Originally Posted by
biggestbopper
It is worth noting that UAL has very recently dropped some of its redemption fees, notably, fees for close-in redemption of miles (less than 21 days before travel). Others still have these fees, AA Delta etc.
This makes United miles more valuable than they were before.
EXCEPT, it is still subject to Starnet blocking on partner airlines especially in premium cabins ...
Having better availability still would be the most important criteria, imo.