If two cards are too many, I’ll also give you my top one-card alternative, and it’s neither of the cards in the two-card combo.
With two cards from Chase, you should be able to get anywhere from a minimum of 2.25% to as much as 15% back on every purchase that can be made by credit card.
The Chase Freedom Unlimited is a simple “cash back” credit card, but the Chase Ultimate Rewards (UR) points you earn are actually better than cash.
A premium credit card with premium perks, the Chase Sapphire Reserve allows you to get 1.5 cents for every UR point redeemed to pay yourself back on prior purchases in eligible spending categories.