Nu vs BBVA: no-fee fintech or traditional bank?
| Nu México | BBVA México | |
|---|---|---|
| APR (CAT) | 55% | 60% |
| Amount | $3k–$60k | $5k–$120k |
| Interest-free days | 55 días | 50 días |
| What sets it apart | No annual fee, ever; transparent in-app pricing; fully digital fintech | Higher credit line, ties into your payroll account, rotating cashback |
When to pick Nu México
Nu wins on two fronts: no annual fee, ever, and clear pricing. If you spend up to 15,000 pesos a month and pay the balance in full, nothing beats it. The CAT being 5 points lower matters the day you don't pay in full.
When to pick BBVA México
BBVA wins if you spend more than 25,000 pesos a month, need a high credit line, or already have your payroll there. The account integration plus rotating cashback, used well, beats the cost of the annual fee for heavy spenders. BBVA Premium payroll clients get several cards with the annual fee waived for life.
My recommendation
Low or mid spend, full payer: Nu, no debate. High spender with BBVA payroll: BBVA, using a no-fee card tied to the premium account.
How we compare these two
The figures in the table — CAT, amount, term — come from each institution’s public rate sheet, not from us, and the commercial relationship never changes them. The «cheaper» verdict weighs the total cost for a standard profile; your own CAT depends on your Buró and income, so treat the numbers as a starting point and confirm the final terms on the lender’s site before signing. The order of offers across the site follows our published methodology.
Read the full editorial review of Nu México or BBVA México before deciding.