Walgreens SYNCB Mastercard

[JR_TX]

Not sure if it's been discussed here before as I couldn't find any thread regarding this cc from Sync. Pls feel free to move/merge mods.

Launching late summer/fall this year.

So what do you myFICO peeps think of it (Pros/Cons) other than it being a Sync?

Walgreens Mastercard 

[FinStar]

It's SYNCB 🤷‍♂️  

They've launched a couple CC products in less than a year such as the Verizon Visa and Venmo MC, for instance.  For anyone who doesn't have a lot of SYNCB exposure, it would depend on what this new [Walgreens] CC would offer and determine if it's a good fit.  For those with moderate or high SYNCB exposure, I would exercise caution on adding another SYNCB CC to the mix.

[AverageJoesCredit]

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@FinStar wrote:

It's SYNCB 🤷‍♂️  

They've launched a couple CC products in less than a year such as the Verizon Visa and Venmo MC, for instance.  For anyone who doesn't have a lot of SYNCB exposure, it would depend on what this new [Walgreens] CC would offer and determine if it's a good fit.  For those with moderate or high SYNCB exposure, I would exercise caution on adding another SYNCB CC to the mix.

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This. Though i like the idea of it. Sometimes when i buy from walgreens i find i got some rewards dollars to use which makes me happy. I would gladly support a Walgreens mc over a Wally or Sams, as i personally get better vibes when im at Walgreens  With as much as exposure as i have i just cant afford to tip the scale lol

[AndySoCal]

It would depend on what the rewards are. Currently you can get 5% cash back until April 1at Walgreens with Discover. Chase Freedom Flex is 3% at drug stores. I can save more money shopping at other stores than paying Walgreens price most of the time. I very rarely shop at Walgreens or CVS due the prices. I check their prices on line.  The pharmacy price for perscription medication is controlled by the insurance plan and would be the same at in pharmacy in my opinion.

[blindambition]

I'll continue to use my 3% AOD, 3% Apple Card, or 3% Chase FU.

A dedicated drugstore card just really seems to be a waste, thats just my opinion.

[sxa001]

I am not sure why but some people do a lot of shopping at Walgreens, maybe convenice. I rarely find myself in one but when I pass the ones around here they often seem busy enough.  I think the card may have some appeal to those without a lot of cards of they do some rewards or discounts but I agree with others that those of us on MF may not as easily bite. I think I have been to Walgreens once in the last year.  Maybe CVS another time.  Honestly sometimes I confuse the two, especially since they are across the street from each other in both locations near me. 

[Mr_Mojo_Risin]

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@sxa001 wrote:

I am not sure why but some people do a lot of shopping at Walgreens, maybe convenice. I rarely find myself in one but when I pass the ones around here they often seem busy enough.  I think the card may have some appeal to those without a lot of cards of they do some rewards or discounts but I agree with others that those of us on MF may not as easily bite. I think I have been to Walgreens once in the last year.  Maybe CVS another time.  Honestly sometimes I confuse the two, especially since they are across the street from each other in both locations near me. 

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The stores around me usually have solid traffic. Must be convenience, those prices are kind of outrageous...

[marty56]

Might be a good deal if you don't have a funded HSA and  or you puchase prescriptions on a deductable.