Chase Freedom Flex Card Reward Points: Value, Check & Redeem Guide (2026)
Point Value
1¢ per point (1.5¢ with Sapphire)
Expiry
No expiry while account is open
Redemption Options
3
Last Updated
24-Mar-2026
Chase Ultimate Rewards Value in 2026
Points worth 1 cent each as cash back. Combine with Sapphire Preferred (1.25x) or Reserve (1.5x) for higher value. No annual fee. Must activate 5% categories each quarter.
How to Check Your Chase Ultimate Rewards Balance
Chase Mobile App
- 1Open the Chase Mobile app
- 2Tap on your Freedom Flex card
- 3Tap 'Ultimate Rewards' or points balance
- 4View your current cash back / points balance
Chase Online
- 1Log in to chase.com
- 2Select your Freedom Flex card
- 3Click 'Ultimate Rewards' in the menu
- 4View points balance and activity
Customer Care
- 1Call the number on the back of your card
- 2Authenticate with your card details
- 3Ask for your Ultimate Rewards points balance
Number: 1-800-432-3117
How to Redeem Chase Ultimate Rewards
Cash Back / Statement Credit
Best ValueRedeem for cash at 1 cent per point
Value: 1 cent/point
Transfer to Sapphire Card
Best ValueCombine with Sapphire Preferred (1.25x) or Reserve (1.5x) for travel
Value: 1.25 - 2+ cents/point
Gift Cards
Redeem for gift cards from various retailers
Value: 1 cent/point
Best Redemption Strategy
Activate the 5% quarterly categories every quarter (free). Pair with Sapphire Preferred or Reserve to transfer points for premium travel value. Without Sapphire, redeem as cash back.
Expiry Policy
Points do not expire as long as your card account is open and in good standing.
Exclusions
- ×5% quarterly categories have a $1,500 combined spend cap per quarter
- ×Must activate 5% categories each quarter or you only earn 1%
- ×3% FTF — not ideal for international travel
Pro Tips
- 💡Earn 5% on rotating quarterly categories (activate each quarter at chase.com/freedom)
- 💡Earn 3% on dining and drugstores
- 💡Earn 3% on travel booked via Chase Travel
- 💡Earn 1% on all other purchases
- 💡No annual fee — pairs perfectly with Sapphire ecosystem
- 💡Categories often include grocery stores, gas stations, Amazon, PayPal, and wholesale clubs
- 💡Mastercard World Elite benefits: cell phone protection, extended warranty, Mastercard travel benefits
Related Guides
Information is for reference only. Point values and policies may change. Always verify with Chase official sources. Last updated: 24-Mar-2026.