Is Allstate a Good Insurance Company? Reviews From Over 11,153 Customers

Allstate has an overall score of 3.8 out of 5 according to over 11,153 reviews for the company on Insurify, with Allstate customers praising the company’s customer service and claims handling. Its average full-coverage rate is $147 per month.

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Allstate Insurance: Rated 3.8 out of 5 by customers

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Overall experience rating3.8
Customer service3.9
Value3.3
Claims handling3.8
Coverage options3.8
Discounts3.8
Policy transparency3.7
Policy flexibility3.8
Quick Facts
  • Allstate overall user rating: 3.8 out of 5

  • Insurify Quality (IQ) Score for Allstate: 8.9 out of 10

  • NAIC complaint index: 1.00 (Industry average)

  • Average monthly full-coverage premium from Allstate: $147

Our take on Allstate insurance

Insurify gives Allstate a quality score of 8.9 out of 10. Overall, Insurify’s customers have mixed feelings about Allstate. Many user reviews highlight helpful customer service and quick claims resolution. But many reviews also mention communication breakdowns and difficulties reaching representatives.

Compared to competitors, Allstate’s rates fall in the middle of the pack, but Insurify reviewers give it a 3.3 out of 5 for its value for the money.

Allstate customer service reviews: Rated 3.9 out of 5

Allstate has a solid 3.9 out of 5 rating for customer service. Policyholders with a positive customer service experience focus on Allstate’s responsiveness and great agents. Negative reviews mention frustrating back-and-forths and unhelpful representatives.

Below are real reviews from Insurify customers about Allstate, broken down by those who had a positive experience and those who didn’t.

  • Schaudek
    Verified Review
    Great company
    Great customer service! They are always there to pick up the phone and find out how they can help and address your issues.
    Randy
    Verified Review
    Refunds
    I keep getting refunds because I don't drive a lot.
    Nancy
    Verified Review
    Costs a lot
    Way overpriced for the year of the vehicle and the amount driven.
    Rose Mary
    Verified Review
    They gave me one quote on the phone, and then when I got my next bill, it was more than what they quoted me.
    They gave me one quote on the phone, and then when I got my next bill, it was more than what they quoted me.
    Edgardo
    Verified Review
    Excellent choice for insurance
    Customer service is good, and claims are handled extremely well!
    Sadie
    Verified Review
    My sunroof broke and the lady took very good care of me!
    Amazing! Everyone is so friendly and helps me get to where I need to be.
    Brenda
    Verified Review
    Definitely Would Recommend
    Very responsive and open about options.
    Dillon
    Verified Review
    Great people, horrible coverage.
    I am being overcharged for the most inexpensive coverage they have. At $80 a month for the lowest coverage liability that basically covers nothing, it is a poor choice. I've only been in one accident over 20 years ago. So Direct will cover you, just not as well as they say they do.
    Sharon
    Verified Review
    Allstate prioritizes shareholders over policyholders
    Much too expensive; driving history, loyalty, and on-time payments mean nothing.
    Beth
    Verified Review
    Never again!
    I switched insurance companies and got better policy terms with a $60 savings per month. That's when I realized Allstate was overcharging me.
    Gary
    Verified Review
    Good coverage but rapidly increasing cost.
    Rate increases every six months for 3 years. They offered ideas for discounts, but the rates continued to rise.
    Bernie
    Verified Review
    High
    They do not allow discounts for low mileage use.
    Laura
    Verified Review
    An okay insurance
    Their Drivewise app requires your phone to be a newer model, or you're unable to get discounts for driving.
    Mel
    Verified Review
    Disappointing rate every year since we signed up with Allstate.
    Be aware of yearly premium increases with no explanation from the agent about the reason for the increase.
    Michelle
    Verified Review
    Not happy with cost.
    It's too expensive for someone my age who does not drive much anymore, with no tickets, claims, or accidents. I see why people drive uninsured.
    David
    Verified Review
    Average customer service while increased pricing
    Not proactive enough to offer savings without sacrificing current coverage levels. Need greater details on policy.

Allstate customer service reviews vs. State Farm and GEICO

Allstate’s customer service is one of its strengths, earning a rating of 3.9 out of 5. Some customers report positive interactions with agents, but others complain about responsiveness and follow-through.

State Farm ranks higher than Allstate, at 4.3 out of 5.  Customers appreciate relationship-driven customer service and dependable local agents. GEICO’s score of 4.1 is lower than State Farm but similar to Allstate. GEICO reviews say service feels efficient but impersonal.

Here’s how customer service ratings for Allstate, State Farm, and GEICO compare.

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Allstate3.9
State Farm4.3
GEICO4.1

Allstate discounts reviews: Rated 3.8 out of 5

Overall, customers rate Allstate’s discount availability well, giving it a 3.8 out of 5. Customers note that discounts are better than expected. Negative reviews focus on discounts not being good enough to offset rising rates.

Here are real reviews from customers about Allstate’s discount offerings.

  • Monica
    Verified Review
    Excellent
    Awesome! Best rates ever!
    Steve
    Verified Review
    Well-handled policy purchase
    Quick and easy to set up and complete policy purchase. Good policy selection. Good price.
    Kathleen
    Verified Review
    My experience with Allstate has been excellent
    Allstate has really good coverage for an affordable price.
    Paul
    Verified Review
    Allstate Experience
    Excellent experience. They do everything you ask of them. They do a great job.
    Benjamin
    Verified Review
    Love Allstate
    Excellent. I've been with Allstate for 40 years.
    George
    Verified Review
    So far it's going well. I only switched because I'm on a tight, low fixed income. Everyone I dealt with at the state was very pleasant.
    So far it's going well. I only switched because I'm on a tight, low fixed income. Everyone I dealt with at the state was very pleasant.
    Margarita
    Verified Review
    You guys are great. The best insurance that I ever had thank you.
    If I knew better, I would have always taken Oh State. I love the company. They are great. I wish I could stay with them all the time that I'm using my insurance for my cars. Thank you so much. I appreciate you guys. You help me when I really need you. Thank you again.
    Marie
    Verified Review
    Allstate
    Allstate is good, about average in price. Customer service is excellent.
    Ivan
    Verified Review
    Average
    Coverage is good, but prices jump after being with them for a while.
    James
    Verified Review
    Insurance games
    I was happy with Safeco, but they increased my rates after 2 years. So I went shopping. Allstate gave me better rates to get my business, then increased my rates after one year. I'm shopping again and finding much better rates. I've been claim-free for many years and just keep donating.
    Michael
    Verified Review
    Expensive insurance for a retired customer
    I've been with Allstate since 1973, and my rates have climbed every year. I'm living on social security now and can't afford their rates anymore. So, I am searching for cheaper insurance. They're not a bad company; they're just too expensive for me.
    Daryl Lynne
    Verified Review
    Honeymoon phase is over
    Allstate is a great insurance company when you are a new customer. Longer service with them just means higher rates.
    Charly
    Verified Review
    Burlington WA - Undesirable Office
    I had a bad experience with the Burlington WA staff. They never contacted me proactively and continued to collect my money without canceling my policy when I requested it. They also double-billed my roadside assistance. I miss my old Bellingham agent. When he retired, I was transferred to this office.
    Kim
    Verified Review
    Rates too high
    I like having All-State Insurance. I don't like how they couldn't explain to me why they raised rates so much out of nowhere.
    Michelle
    Verified Review
    Okay Insurance
    When talking to the representative, they told me that when I switched from Geico to Allstate, I would keep the same coverage. But I found out I didn't, and everything was messed up.
    Tommy
    Verified Review
    Okay
    They raised my price without notifying me.

Allstate discounts reviews vs. State Farm and GEICO

Discounts are a weak point for all three companies, with many customers saying their insurer provides negligible savings. But some Allstate customers feel like the company rewards safe driving and bundling.

Insurify customers give Allstate a rating of 3.8 out of 5 for discount availability. State Farm and GEICO don’t fare much better, earning ratings of 3.9 and 3.9 out of 5, respectively.

You can compare discount availability ratings from the three car insurance companies below.

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Allstate3.8
State Farm3.9
GEICO3.9

Allstate claims handling reviews: Rated 3.8 out of 5

Allstate customers rate the company fairly well for claims handling, and it has a score of 3.8 out of 5. Common positive themes include quick claim resolutions and approvals. Negative themes highlight issues with communication and dissatisfaction with settlements.

Here’s what verified Allstate customers are saying about their claims experiences, according to reviews left on Insurify.

  • Sheila
    Verified Review
    Awesome
    They had good follow-up on needed documents.
    Isaiah
    Verified Review
    AllState used to be great. Not anymore
    I have been a loyal customer with AllState for years. They had great coverage amounts, including rental cars and roadside assistance. However, in recent years, my premium has doubled and the Drivewise option to supposedly lower costs does not provide any discounts due to it not being flexible enough to consider local driving habits and pedestrians. The home coverage is very expensive now too.
    Hagos
    Verified Review
    Every correspondence is well done.
    All good and full of transparency.
    Ronald
    Verified Review
    Save with Progressive Direct
    We were with Allstate for over 10 years, and they kept raising our premium. We switched from Allstate to Progressive Direct and saved over $900 for a 6-month period.
    Alan
    Verified Review
    Happy with my insurance!
    I have excellent car insurance with Allstate.
    Ronald
    Verified Review
    I'm not happy that the price keeps rising every 6 months. I drive less than 5,000 miles a year between 5 cars, and I am 62 years old.
    I'm not happy that the price keeps rising every 6 months. I drive less than 5,000 miles a year between 5 cars, and I am 62 years old.
    Peter
    Verified Review
    Good Policies and Price
    I am happy with it.
    Karen
    Verified Review
    Excellent
    They always pay for my claims.
    Darlene
    Verified Review
    Allstate Disappointment
    I have questions about my rate after 50 years with Allstate and no traffic infractions or claims in more years than I can remember. My car is 14 years old with very high mileage, and I requested to cancel any collision coverage, yet my rate went up again this year. I'm exploring other companies since no one from Allstate responds to me.
    Keith
    Verified Review
    ALLSTATE Semi-Annual Review
    I am getting a rate increase, yet I have not had any claims or issues with my coverage. Also, I am very dissatisfied with paying a $5.00 fee because I choose not to use automatic electronic payment. While it is said that it is a service to me, it is more a service for ALLSTATE. But either way you sell it, it is a charge to the customer, unfair.
    Kenneth
    Verified Review
    Insane Price Increase
    Price increase without warning.
    Ira
    Verified Review
    Long-time customer
    Customer support is quite nice. I didn't like having my rates raised after two accidents that were not my fault.
    Dharmeshnu
    Verified Review
    Expensive Insurance Company
    Very expensive.
    Frank
    Verified Review
    Allstate Sucks
    They keep raising the rates even though I have no claims.
    Victor
    Verified Review
    Price Increase Every Few Months
    The price keeps going higher and higher even though I drive less than a mile to work every day.
    Martin
    Verified Review
    Much room for improvement
    For as little driving as we do, our premiums are way too high.

Allstate claims handling reviews vs. State Farm and GEICO

Customer reviews for Allstate’s claims handling are mostly neutral, resulting in a rating of 3.8 out of 5. Allstate customers with strong relationships with specific agents are more likely to leave positive reviews. State Farm and GEICO customers leave slightly more positive reviews, earning respective ratings of 4.1 and 4.1 out of 5.

GEICO customers describe the claims process as efficient, but negative reviews say the process can be hard to get through. State Farm customers seem to be more consistently satisfied than Allstate and GEICO customers, describing the company’s claims handling as dependable.

See how these auto insurers rank for claims handling in the chart below.

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Allstate3.8
State Farm4.1
GEICO4.1

Allstate value for money reviews: Rated 3.3 out of 5

When you’re deciding on your insurance company, its value for money is one of the most important factors to consider. Allstate ranks well and has a 3.3 out of 5. But many Insurify reviewers mention feeling price hikes have outpaced value additions in the last few years.

Here are positive and negative reviews about Allstate’s value for money from Insurify customers.

  • Colleen
    Verified Review
    Allstate Allgood!
    Pleasant, courteous, helpful—Thank goodness I had no claims!
    Jennifer
    Verified Review
    Allstate the Cat's Meow
    They are reasonable and the office is very helpful.
    Rebecca
    Verified Review
    Switching to Progressive is the smartest and easiest thing I’ve done for myself this year!
    I recently switched to Progressive and will be saving $40/month. I’m going to like that! It was easy to get a quote online and purchase my new policy. I got automatic payments set up, so I don’t have to worry about remembering to pay the bill! It was all so easy!
    Kimberly
    Verified Review
    Speed in Service
    Quick response to phone calls.
    Justin
    Verified Review
    Best Insurance at a Low Price
    It's great how cheap and good the coverage is.
    Jonathan
    Verified Review
    Switched from Esurance to Allstate
    Esurance was the biggest mistake in insurance we've ever made. With the lowest coverage possible, it was still $250 per month with awful customer service. We switched to Allstate and received amazing full coverage and added perks for less than half the price we were paying. Esurance is such an epic ripoff I'd go as far as to say it's a scam!
    Crystal
    Verified Review
    Great for families, could give singles a break
    Allstate was excellent for a multi-user, multi-car policy with homeowners. Unfortunately, after my spouse passed away, the cost for just one vehicle and renters was almost twice what we had paid for all of the above.
    Gregory
    Verified Review
    Help from Rosa
    Great, the agent I spoke with, Rosa, helped me and did a great job. She answered all my questions and was very polite and knowledgeable.
    Reena
    Verified Review
    9 years and counting...no problems.
    Their Drivewise program helps me with my renewals every 6 months. It also helps me with my driving habits and keeping track of my miles.
    Elizabeth
    Verified Review
    Too Expensive!
    Overpriced and I had a perfect record for 25 years, yet every year it just kept going up for no reason at all.
    Bekim
    Verified Review
    Every 6 months prices up
    I've been with them for a long time, and every 6 months they just increase the prices.
    Jeffrey A
    Verified Review
    Good
    Good. We haven’t had any accidents on this policy, so I can’t really say anything bad.
    Eddie
    Verified Review
    Nice insurance
    Allstate is a little more expensive, but the customer service and claims experience are excellent.
    Federico
    Verified Review
    Allstate
    It's worth it. I paid them and they took care of the rest. Everything's great, no problems, and they'll be there when I need them, if I need them.
    Kent
    Verified Review
    Allstate
    Haven’t had any problems.
    Deborah
    Verified Review
    Allstate Experience
    The agents are excellent, but their prices are on the high side!

Allstate value for money reviews vs. State Farm and GEICO

Allstate’s value is one of its weakest points, ranking 3.3 out of 5. Customers often say that Allstate feels overpriced and that they expect more for what they pay. Positive reviews tend to come from Allstate customers who have experienced good customer service.

State Farm’s value scores higher than GEICO’s and Allstate’s, with customers pointing to stability and a strong relationship as sources of value. State Farm has a score of 3.7.

Many GEICO customers report feeling misled after buying insurance, noting that prices increase and the policy no longer feels worthwhile. GEICO earns the lowest value rating of the three insurers, at 3.8 out of 5.

Compare value-for-money ratings from Allstate, State Farm, and GEICO below.

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Allstate3.3
State Farm3.7
GEICO3.8

Allstate policy transparency reviews: Rated 3.7 out of 5

For policy transparency, Allstate has a rating of 3.7 out of 5. Insurify customers who rate Allstate highly often cite clear communication, especially when an agent walks them through the policy. Customers who rate it poorly more often report confusion about their coverage, along with frustration over non-renewals and rate hikes.

Below are verified reviews from Insurify customers.

  • Robin
    Verified Review
    Great insurance company!
    Great company and easy to work with. They really care.
    Deborah
    Verified Review
    Be proactive in communicating.
    Good service online and face-to-face; however, when an agent leaves or an office closes, there's no contact, no warning text, no friendly goodbye letter. They are history and may even forget to finish your requests, such as an address change or email question. This has happened three times to me. Who do I blame for the lack of follow-through? The old agent is gone, it's not the new agent's fault, just no system of continuity. Otherwise, it's a good company. You have to be proactive.
    Victoria
    Verified Review
    Excellent
    Good but expensive!
    Sandra
    Verified Review
    Great Insurance Company
    I have had Allstate since 1973, so I am really happy with my policy. No one else seems to meet the coverage and price.
    Alan
    Verified Review
    Feeling safe with Allstate
    The Todd Darrah agency in Greenwood, SC has provided my wife and me with the best service I could ever expect. Allstate is by far the best insurer when it comes to not only getting the most for my money but also the safety provided by having Allstate is beyond compare!
    Jerome
    Verified Review
    Allstate
    Excellent customer service
    Robert
    Verified Review
    Unfair Rate Hikes
    They raise their rates every 6 months.
    Lawrence
    Verified Review
    Lawrence E. Balsley Review
    Very good, but seems too expensive.
    Lelita
    Verified Review
    Expensive premiums that go up, not down
    Expensive for a fixed income when two insured vehicles we don’t even drive.
    Sandra
    Verified Review
    Rates Too High
    I think the policy rates are too high for our older vehicles.
    Paul
    Verified Review
    Average
    Excellent service, high priced.
    Lorraine
    Verified Review
    Did above
    I pay $129.72 monthly to Allstate, which covers my 2005 Honda CRV, 2007 Ford Ranger, and my home insurance. I feel comfortable with them because they have a local office and are readily available for all my concerns. Can you provide the same service at a lower cost?
    Victor
    Verified Review
    Price Increase Every Few Months
    The price keeps going higher every few months, and I only drive one mile a day to and from work.
    Anthony
    Verified Review
    Opinion of Allstate Coverage
    Far too expensive for me right now.
    Frank
    Verified Review
    Average
    Very easy to do business with!
    Christopher
    Verified Review
    Costs Too Much
    It was decent but costs too much.

Allstate policy transparency reviews vs. State Farm and GEICO

Allstate’s customers appreciate its policy transparency when agents take time to answer their questions. Customers who don’t get assistance tend to feel disappointed and confused by changes. This mix of experiences results in a customer rating of 3.7 out of 5 for Allstate.

In comparison, GEICO customers seem to experience more frustration, particularly around policy changes and rate increases. State Farm customers rate its policy transparency the highest of the three companies, citing strong local agent support as a main reason. GEICO has a policy transparency score of 4.0, and State Farm has a score of 3.9 out of 5.

Below, you can see how these auto insurers compare in terms of policy transparency.

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Allstate3.7
State Farm3.9
GEICO4.0

Allstate vs. State Farm, GEICO, and Nationwide

Overall, customers rate Allstate highly. The company has affordable rates, solid customer service, and decent discounts compared to competitors like State Farm, Nationwide, and GEICO.

Here’s how Allstate stacks up against other major insurers.

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Allstate customer reviews: Read what over 11,153 Insurify customers have to say about Allstate

Here are the most recent Allstate reviews from over 11,153 Insurify customers.

Sterling
Verified Review
We have not had to use it. Thank goodness
Considering how little we use or travel in it, the price is a bit high. We are seniors.
Connie
Verified Review
Since I transferred to a new Allstate insurance company in Stockton on Pacific Avenue, I have been impressed. I enjoy being with Allstate. Thank you.
Since I transferred to a new Allstate insurance company in Stockton on Pacific Avenue, I have been impressed. I enjoy being with Allstate. Thank you.
John
Verified Review
Price and Value Matter
The price is okay.
Karyn
Verified Review
Allstate Auto Insurance
Premiums are too high for someone with limited income.
Roy
Verified Review
Overcharged
I've never filed a claim, but I feel like I am paying too much.
Ismael
Verified Review
Allstate is okay
Just expensive, but everything else is pretty good.
David
Verified Review
The agent was helpful
It is okay.
Charles
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Review by Charles D Sims
I've only been with them for 6 months. No problems so far (5).
Michael
Verified Review
That's it, that's all
Well, I haven't caused any accidents, but I believe it was November 17th or so when one of those big Comed trucks backed into my SUV and did damage to the hood and front side, which needed to be replaced. How I found out was a note from Comed letting me know of the fact! But wait, it gets better because the insurance agent who convinced me to leave State Farm, after narrowing down exactly what I wanted, which included a $500 deductible, input it into the system as a $1000 deductible. So, on the day of my misfortune, I got that bad news as well. Not to mention, they took close to 3 months to get my money back from Comed. So, I'm looking to maybe switch to a better option.
Delitra
Verified Review
Better pricing!!
Shop low affordable premiums with no additional fees.
Ellen
Verified Review
I like the fact that they’re in my neighborhood and there are people to talk to, but their prices are very high.
I like the fact that they’re in my neighborhood and there are people to talk to, but their prices are very high.
Tracy
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I just did
They keep raising rates.
Constance
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Unhappy Allstate customer
I cannot understand how rates continue to climb even when there are no accidents, claims, or driving infractions.
Richard
Verified Review
Lack of Integrity
I am now searching for new auto insurance with a price under $65 per month. That is what Allstate quoted me, but after the $95 initial cost, each month then went to $82.83, so they misled me.
Angela
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Allstate and Older Adults
Allstate raised my car insurance rates. When I called to ask why my rates increased, I was told it was because I turned 65! We hadn’t filed a claim in over 15 years, no tickets, nothing! I still work full time, and my husband is retired. I told the agent that was ageism and discrimination. Changed car and homeowners the same day and will save over $1200 a year.
Kevin
Verified Review
There has to be something better than AllState
Not happy with AllState. All they do is raise their prices, and I have no claims. When I ask for assistance, I have to give up something to get a better rate. They are not very helpful in driving down costs.

Duncan Brown
Written byDuncan BrownCopy Editor
Duncan Brown
Duncan BrownCopy Editor

Duncan is an insurance copy editor with experience in print and digital publications. He pushes for the highest standards of fact-checking in everything that he works on and views clarity as a priority. He is currently pursuing his Insurance Agent license and graduated from Providence College with a degree in English.

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Edited byJohn LeachLicensed P&C Agent, Chief Copy Editor
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