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What does the Debenhams credit card offer?
Debenhams offers a credit card that rewards your spending with points that you can convert into Debenhams vouchers.
The credit card doesn't come with a 0% period on purchases, so you will be hit with the steep 24.9% APR if you don't repay your balance each month.
- You can compare the Debenhams credit card, plus hundreds of other deals, on Which? Money Compare.
How does Debenhams compare to other providers?
Debenhams mustered a poor 67% in our latest credit card satisfaction survey leaving it near the bottom of the table in joint 23rd place.
Is Debenhams a good credit card provider?
Our survey also reveals how Debenhams customers rated the provider across 10 categories.
Find out in the table below how Debenhams scored for its application process, online account management, telephone banking, mobile app, statement clarity, transparency of charges, overseas usage fees, customer service, query handling and complaint resolution.
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Star ratings Star ratings out of five show levels of satisfaction for each category. Where no stars are given, we received too few responses in our survey to award a score. |
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How we calculate Debenhams' customer score and ratings
We pick credit cards to feature in Which? brand reviews based on the most popular brands searched for online.
Customer scores are based on an online survey of the public, which received 6,537 responses in total. They are calculated using a combination of overall satisfaction and the likelihood of recommending the provider to a friend.
Star ratings for each category are scored independently of the customer score.
These surveys are carried out annually and customer scores are updated accordingly. Providers must receive a minimum sample size of 30 respondents to be included in our customer satisfaction tables.
Debenhams credit card FAQs
Does Debenhams offer an eligibility check?
Yes, you can check your chances of being accepted for the Debenhams credit card before you apply without impacting your credit score.
Where can I use a Debenhams credit card?
Debenhams issues its credit card on the Mastercard network, so you will be able to use the card in millions of places in the UK and abroad.
How can I earn points with the Debenhams credit card?
You’ll earn three points for every £1 you spend at Debenhams and debenhams.com or one point for every £2 you spend elsewhere.
Please note that the information in this article is for information purposes only and does not constitute advice. Please refer to the particular terms & conditions of a provider before committing to any financial products.
