GEICO vs. Allstate: Which company is best for you?
By Renata Balasco
Updated March 2, 2023
Both GEICO and Allstate enjoy widespread brand recognition and a large share of the auto insurance market, but which one is best for you?
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GEICO VS. ALLSTATE
Ratings comparison GEICO Allstate
Financial strength (A.M. Best) Superior Excellent
JD Power (claims satisfaction) Average Average
JD Power (customer satisfaction) Average Average
NAIC rating Average Excellent
The Zebra's editorial review score 5/5 4/5
The Zebra's Customer Satisfaction Surve
GEICO
GEICO came in fourth place overall with a score of 4.4. Below are some highlights from the survey.
* GEICO placed first for Online Satisfaction (website and apps)
* Scored well for Customer Service and Willingness to Recommend
* Viewed most favorably by drivers in the Boomer generation
Allstate
Allstate came in eighth place overall for car insurance with a score of 4.3. See the survey highlights below:
* Scored sixth place for trustworthiness
* Preferred by older drivers overall
* Struggled with claims satisfaction
GEICO vs. Allstate: pricing by credit score
If you have very poor credit, GEICO could be the way to go. On average, GEICO offers more affordable rates than Allstate for drivers with credit scores of less than 580. Drivers with outstanding credit — a score of 800 or better — should consider GEICO, which typically beats Allstate by $679 per year. View common insurance rates by credit level for Allstate and GEICO below
Roadside assistance: GEICO vs. Allstate
No one wants to be caught on the side of the road after a breakdown. Check out the different roadside assistance packages offered by both GEICO and Allstate below.
GEICO
GEICO's roadside assistance offers the following:
* Towing
* Jump starts
* Tire changes (when you have a spare)
* Up to $100 for lockout services
* Fuel delivery
* Winching for stuck vehicles (depending on severity)
Allstate
Allstate offers three types of roadside service to customers with and without an Allstate insurance plan. Annual roadside membership plans and pay-per-use plans are available, and if you have Allstate insurance, you can add roadside coverage to your policy. The pay-per-use coverage allows you to pay only for service when you need it (typically with a charge of $119 per tow and $84 for other services like tire changes, jump starts, fuel delivery and locksmith services