Hastings Direct Reviews 

195,217
TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.4

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Review summary

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Looking at 26,910 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently highlight the ease and straightforwardness of obtaining insurance, finding the website simple to navigate and the overall process quick and efficient. Many people appreciate the competitive and often significantly lower prices for their policies, with some noting premiums decreased considerably compared to other providers. Reviewers also praise the helpful, professional, and courteous staff, who provide excellent service and support, making interactions pleasant and reassuring. However, some customers also noted concerns regarding high administrative fees when making changes to their policies, such as adding temporary cover or updating vehicle details.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I found taking out Car Insurance with Hastings relatively easy. However, when I rang up to add a couple of days onto my policy at the start of the policy I was quoted an absolutely outrageous price fo... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very easy to get insurance... one's I rang Hastings it wouldn't let me do it on line.But I don't understand why they didn't let me insure my bike on line... I filled in all my details then it said so... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had to make a claim this year for the first time and I was very anxious because the accident was my fault. But. The whole process was amazingly straightforward and I only experienced helpful res... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good value buildings and contents insurance . All ready have my cars and motorbike insurance with them. Hasting app easy to use and shows all your policies, easy to make ammendments etc. Not had to... See more

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  1. Insurance Company
  2. Insurance Broker

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Hastings Direct is one of the UK's fastest growing insurance brokers. We offer car, bike, van and home insurance.

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4.4

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent quality

Excellent company with well made products which will last a long time. Cotton bag with really good quality zips. Well worth the money.

31 July 2026
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I found taking out Car Insurance with…

I found taking out Car Insurance with Hastings relatively easy. However, when I rang up to add a couple of days onto my policy at the start of the policy I was quoted an absolutely outrageous price for those two days presumably due to admin costs. I was quite disappointed with this.

24 July 2026

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