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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Have been using this app for a few months now and has helped my credit score already! Perfect for hotels versus a standard debit card because you get your deposit back much quicker. Customer service i... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Not only does this card help build credit, it’s accepted nearly everywhere. They are so responsive and helpful if you have any issue and resolve it right away. My favorite thing about this card is you... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

beware of this debit card if you use it, you have to pay it back right away. If you can't pay it back, they will ruin you. They will make your credit score drop as much as 70 points.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Have been a member since 2021. Extra has helped me achieve a better credit score and has helped me understand and manage my finances better! I was able to get rewarded for using my Extra card and rede... See more

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  1. Alternative Financial Service

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Today, over 100 million Americans don't want or can't get a credit card... and we understand why! Credit cards come with cons. Like overspending, high-interest rates, inaccessibility, and mountains of debt. But, a great credit score can change lives. Especially with important long-term goals, like securing a housing mortgage, or getting the best possible repayment plan on your big purchases. Despite this, there are very few credit-building alternatives. Enter Extra. Our mission is to create a safer, more accessible credit experience with the ease and predictability of a debit card. With Extra, you can relax as you work towards your long-term goals and avoid the pitfalls and traps of a credit card—no credit checks, no interest rates, and no hidden fees.


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TrustScore 4 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great For New Users

Great card has helped me a lot on boosting my credit slightly faster than other cards and it has great and fast customer service even when it come
A to replacing your card fast and easy app functions and platform.

28 July 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great card for people who want to build…

Great card for people who want to build their credit score in an easy way. I am looking forward to seeing my credit score rise as I use this card for everyday purchases. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to build credit.

28 July 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I just started using the service

I just started using the service. At first I was a little scared. But I found out it is real and I am comfortable with ithey really do help you build your credit. They give you a second chance to get back on the right road again. I think I made a very good choice with them.I'm Very happy so far.

28 July 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Customer service is top notch

Customer service is top notch. They have always handled any situation in an expeditious manner and always in the first effort. It is comforting to have a company that has your back like that!!

22 July 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

At first when I got extra it was a good…

At first when I got extra it was a good thing my credit was building up and then all of a sudden it start playing with my account taking money out putting money back in taking money out put money back in and it is finally told me that I owed them some money so I sent two payments in for the amounts that they ask for and put my credit back up to $200 went on a road trip where my family and the $200 disappeared into a negative $174 then the next day it dropped down to $124 when I asked them what was going on with the account they said the corrections was made in that I should see a change in my account pretty soon so I waited for about 2 days and they hit me with your payment never went through and this is been 5 days since I made the payment so I'm not understanding how it wasn't accepted or my payment didn't go through when I gave you guys the money 5 days ago it came out of my account I show proof that it came out of my account and they still had me in a negative then a couple days go by from that and they put me at $6 and they said my payment didn't go through and that I still owe them even though that my bank account shows and reflects that I paid them twice very unhappy with this app I tried to cancel out yet got an answer back for cancellation nor repayment on my account everything that sounds good might not be good for you

10 June 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

INCREASED CREDIT SCORES!!!

My credit score increased almost 40 points within the last 6 months. Extra also has phenomenal customer service. Very speedy responses and very helpful staff members!

20 June 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic company

Fantastic company. I had an issue recently and Ken responded immediately and resolved my concerns and was extremely helpful, knowledgeable and kind. Phenomenal bank and customer service !! Kudos to Ken !!!

4 June 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve been using extra for over 2 years…

I’ve been using extra for over 2 years now and I have seen my credit score rise continuously. Easy to use, customer service communication is impeccable, and I am truly happy I have discovered this new easy way to spend my money and receive rewards!

4 June 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Boon at first; Costly later; now near impossible

extra was a boon at first. That was then, this is now.

I had two experiences where they claimed a "failed refund,". It was nothing other than a vendor getting an authorization that ultimately wasn't charged - no charge, no refund. Guess AI thought, ugh twice in a couple months, let's cancel the card.

edit - 06/27/24 - well, I did get in touch with what appeared to a living, breathing, English speaking human who did set everything right. Until today ...

All fees waived, everything good, and then I tried to relink my bank account, which they had used, no problem, for nearly three year. Extra forces you to use Plaid - a con if ever I've seen one. Anyhow, in good faith, though extra's app forced to give plain my usernames, password, account number, routing number ... and then they tell me my bank, 8th largest in US, old account ... they don't work with plaid right now. Can I use another bank? No, I don't have another personal checking account. Can you open one? At this point, they are playing you.

like a lot of American institutions, they started out to do good and make money, but the doing good part of the equation is gone, which is what Extra hopefully is soon - gone. They're harming vulnerable people.

Extra's fault now my problem. Don't do it.

31 May 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

An Honest Review

Very Good card to have if you are building your credit or would just like some rewards. Since being a member I have gotten some AirPod Pros for nearly next to nothing! Also, customer Concierge is always on top of it and never makes me wait too long for anything that I request. Haven’t had one problem. Keep up the good work!

28 May 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Phenomenal

Extra is such a huge help since I’m just a month here in the US plus I need to build credit score. I tried different banks but got all refused, thanks to Extra for accepting. Representatives are helpful(Ken) and no long waiting. Thanks 😊

28 May 2024
Unprompted review

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