So just to clarify, this is all assuming you have the status, right? You don't get any additional benefits compared to a full revenue traveler with similar status? At United, we'd get 20% off, and it seemed to give us the lowest available fare class regardless of applicable rules to get that fare. Beyond that, we'd be subject to the same benefits and restrictions as anyone else - Economy Plus would have additional charges, though I'd generally be able to sweet talk my way with an agent

Oh! They did waive bag fees for us, at least.