These days, everyone can use some extra cash, which is why cash-back credit cards are one of the most popular types of cards. Bankrate surveyed the cash-back reward programs from the largest credit card issuers so that you can decide which program is the best one for you. The survey was conducted in early May by Brooks Kelly of Bankrate's research department.

To see the specifics of each card we surveyed, click on the name of the card below. For an analysis of the results, read the main story.

Cash-back credit cards • American Express (4 cards) • Discover (2 cards) • Bank of America (5 cards) • HSBC (4 cards) • Capital One (4 cards) • Wells Fargo (1 card) • Chase (3 cards) • USAA Federal Savings (4 cards) • Citi (3 cards)