FlyerTalk Forums - View Single Post - Is it worth it to stretch for Plat (over Gold)? [2017 Consolidated]

Oct 23, 2017 | 9:03 pm

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Originally Posted by JCrew7384

I am a long-time United Platinum, but this year I just don't have the miles. I am stretching for Gold frankly. But the real reason I want it is for the E+ seats at booking instead of check-in. That is huge for me and my family. But I just noticed that the companion thing for Gold is 1 (whereas it was 8 for Platinum, which is a ridiculous number). If I travel with my wife and 2 year old daughter, does that mean I can't select E+ seats for the 3 of us? I will have to purchase one additional???

That's correct. IMO the extra companions is the only tangible benefit of Plat left. It's very nice if you have the extra companions, and worthless otherwise.