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Bank of Montreal

BMO Boost Secured

The BMO Boost Secured is built for someone focused on rebuilding credit, not earning rewards or travel perks. It works as a basic credit-building card for small, manageable purchases that you pay off in full each month.

Annual Fee
$25
Rec. Credit Score
Rebuilding
Good For
Credit rebuilding
How to Apply
BMO Boost Secured

All information about BMO Boost Secured has been collected independently by MaxRewards. BMO Boost Secured is no longer available through MaxRewards.

Opinions, reviews, analyses & recommendations are MaxRewards' alone, and have not been reviewed, endorsed or approved by any of these entities.

Overview

Is the BMO Boost Secured worth it?

This card is great for...

Building payment history

Small everyday purchases

Secured card use

This card is worth considering if your main goal is getting back into the credit system with a straightforward secured card. The appeal here is access for applicants with rebuilding credit, not ongoing value from rewards or benefits, since it earns no cash back or points and does not list any notable perks.

The tradeoff is clear: you are paying a $25 annual fee for a card that is mostly a tool for rebuilding, not a long-term wallet card. If you can use it lightly, keep your balance low, and pay on time every month, it can serve its purpose. If you are looking for rewards, lower borrowing costs, or everyday value, this card gives you very little beyond the chance to rebuild your credit profile.

MaxRewards

MaxRewards Verdict

The BMO Boost Secured fits cardholders who need a simple path to rebuild credit and are willing to treat the card as a short-term financial tool. Its biggest limitation is that you pay an annual fee without getting rewards or meaningful perks in return.

Eligibility

Recommended Minimum Credit

Min: Poor
Poor
Fair
Good
Excellent

Poor credit or higher is recommended for this card.

Credit approval is not guaranteed. Meeting the recommended credit range does not ensure approval, and applicants with lower scores may still be considered.

Pricing

Rates & Fees

Annual Fee

$25

Purchase APR

27.24%

Variable

Transfer APR

27.24%

Variable

Cash Advance APR

32.49%

Variable

Foreign Transaction Fee

$0.03

Balance Transfer

$10

Cash Advance

$10

Late Payment

$39

Return Payment

$39

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BMO Boost Secured

BMO Boost Secured

How to Apply

Opinions, reviews, analyses & recommendations are MaxRewards' alone, and have not been reviewed, endorsed or approved by any of these entities.

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$79

Rec. Credit

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Annual Fee

$0

Rec. Credit

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Worth $200

After you spend $3,000 on purchases on your new card in your first 3 months of card membership.

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Annual Fee

$0

Rec. Credit

Good

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