Budget Direct Insurance

2.2
based on 60 reviews

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60 reviews about Budget Direct Insurance

verified email - 29 Aug 2012

Nup, bad news, I have heard bad things about them all around. I rang them for a quate when I was looking for new insurers on telling them who I was with at that time, they said they could better it. As did the add on TV, the add also said if they couldn't better it, they would give you $50 then now $100. They couldn't then better it and I didn't get the $50 and was given SO many excuses as to why I wasn't to get it.

All in all, Not Trustworthy, TV adds are irritating and they Lie.

mizpah5 30 May 2013

they arnt the best are they

We are in full agreement with your comments. Unfortunately, many people do not experience issues until a claim is acted upon. Fortunately, you did not have to endure this frustration, as you discovered their dishonesty early on, which is advantageous for you and your family. Pleased to read your review in your quest to warn others of the scam that awaits. Regards, Reeces

verified email - 23 Aug 2012

Very unhappy with their service.My husband had a claim that was not his fault and they dillydallied and delayed the paperwork and went into isues that were not relevant.
I found their premiums went up the second year.
Cannot believe I would ever use them again.
Amateurs. Hate their tv adverts too!!!!.

Hi Dingdongdell, Choosing to bring up seemingly irrelevant issues opens the door to finding a potential ‘excuse’ for not paying up. While such tactics are unethical, they are unfortunately (in most instances) not unlawful. This is the way some of the more questionable insurers choose to conduct business. Unfortunately, many consumers do not realize this until they need to make a claim. From their perspective, responsibility becomes unimportant if there is a way for them to escape payment. We are so pleased that you were able to discover this the easy way and therefore avoid such a devious business. Regards, Reeces

Anonymous
20 Jan 2012

I've been with Budget Direct for several years now and I am very happy. I recently had to renew and just out of curiosity I called other agencies to compare prices and was surprised to learn that I am paying a few hundred dollars less than other agencies.
I put in an accident claim a couple of years ago and they were incredible. Supportive, caring and fast. All I had to do was make a short phone call; no paperwork; no waiting; nothing. They did everything. Highly recommended.

verified email - 27 Nov 2011

I've been with Budget Direct for several years now. I was always a loyal RACQ customer, but they became too expensive. Budget Direct is cheaper than most, but their premiums do increase each year. If you get a cheaper quote, give them a call and they will match or beat it. I have not had to make a claim, so I cannot comment on that part of their service.

verified email - 14 Sep 2011

I have been using budget direct for about 5 years now. No one can beat their price. So cheap and well worth it. Customer service is great and they are on top of everything.

Approximate cost: $350

verified email - 28 Oct 2010

I changed to budget direct and saved on the first year quite a bit, i am still paying less than i was before budget direct but they have increased the amount on the second year and I assume this will continue to increase. Just have to keep an eye on it and search for cheaper ones over the coming years if this continues to occur.

Approximate cost: $600

verified email - 26 Sep 2010

I switched to Budget Direct about 6mths ago and the savings are amazing. I've also had good customer service with them

verified email - 09 Jun 2010

This is one of the best insurance companies I can say. Provides very good value for money. Highly recommended.

Approximate cost: $260

verified email - 09 Jun 2010

We have both our vehicles insured with these guys and every year i do check to see if there pricing is still the cheapest (but not nasty) and they are. We have not made a claim with them, and hope not too, so i can't comment on how they handle their claims etc. But they can't be too bad as they keep winning awards for their products!

verified email - 25 May 2010

I have just recently switched from the RAA to Budget Direct and even after being with the RAA for over twenty years, Budget Direct still gave me the best price and cover. I love my car and only want the best too.

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