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GEICO vs. Liberty Mutual: What's the difference?
The Zebra's choice: GEICO
GEICO scored higher ratings overall and offers lower rates on average.
GEICO:
- Cost: $79/month for full coverage
- Customer service: 4
- Claims handling: 2
- Digital experience: 4.8
- Trust: 4.5
- Overall rating: 3.8
GEICO comes out on top when it comes to customer service, digital experience and trust scores
Liberty Mutual:
- Cost: N/A
- Customer service: 2.9
- Claims handling: 2
- Digital experience: 4
- Trust: 2
- Overall rating: 2.9
Liberty Mutual did not receive better ratings than GEICO
GEICO vs. Liberty Mutual: rates for high-risk drivers
If you're dealing with an at-fault collision, speeding ticket, reckless driving citation, or DWI on your driving résumé, GEICO could be a better choice than Liberty Mutual. Each insurer has different post-violation pricing structures, so it's worth comparing quotes to understand which insurer suits you.
The Zebra’s auto insurance data methodology
The Zebra’s Dynamic Insurance Rating Tool for home and auto insurance rates utilizes the latest ZIP code-level rate filings from across the U.S., sourced from Quadrant Information Services and S&P Global. These filings, typically updated annually or biennially by insurers, are verified through Quadrant’s QA process and then integrated into The Zebra’s estimator.
The displayed rates are based on a dynamic home and auto profile designed to reflect the content of the page. This profile is tailored to match specific factors such as age, location, and coverage level, which are adjusted based on the page content to show how these variables can impact premiums.
For a comprehensive understanding, see our detailed methodology.
GEICO vs. Liberty Mutual: rates by age
Insurance companies use a driver's age as an estimator of risk, pricing premiums accordingly. An auto insurance policy is usually priciest for teen drivers — due to their increased odds of being involved in an accident — and more affordable for older drivers. Because every car insurance company prices age brackets differently, it's worth doing some comparison shopping.
As a general rule, teen drivers should choose GEICO instead of Liberty Mutual: GEICO offers average yearly savings of $3,051, compared to Liberty Mutual.
Costs aside, GEICO and Liberty Mutual both have pros and cons, including discount programs, customer satisfaction ratings, policy add-ons and financial stability. Be sure to get quotes and compare rates before making a decision.
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GEICO vs. Liberty Mutual: discount comparison
Car insurance discounts can help you save big on your insurance premiums. Take a look at how discounts from GEICO and Liberty Mutual stack up below.
In addition to the discounts above, GEICO also offers a senior citizen discount to qualifying drivers. Liberty Mutual offers a number of money-saving discounts based on your method of payment. If unsure, ask a representative about which discounts for which you may qualify.
Telematics options: GEICO vs. Liberty Mutual
GEICO and Liberty Mutual both offer telematics car insurance programs that can be beneficial to certain types of drivers. Have a look at the comparison below to see if one stands out as a better option for your insurance needs.
GEICO Drive Easy Pro is an app that tracks your driving habits to better assess your level of risk. For safe drivers, this can sometimes result in cheaper rates. Currently, the app is rated on app stores at 3.5 out of 5 stars (both Google Play and the Apple Store).
Liberty Mutual's telematics offering, RightTrack, follows your driving habits to help determine your rates. The company claims users can save as much as 30% off their rate. The app enjoys a score of 4.5 on the Apple Store and a score of 4.0 on Google Play.
Liberty Mutual ByMile is another app offering from the company that is aimed at low-mileage drivers. Sometimes called pay-per-mile — or usage-based — insurance, this program tracks the number of miles driven and customizes rates based on how much you drive. The app currently receives a 4.3 on the Apple Store and a 4.0 on Google Play.
Zebra tip: Explore Liberty Mutual for telematics offerings
While GEICO boasts great online reviews overall, their telematics app suffers lower scores across multiple platforms. Furthermore, Liberty Mutual offers both a telematics and usage-based program that could appeal to a wider group of drivers.
Roadside assistance: GEICO vs. Liberty Mutual
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 Liberty Mutual 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)
Liberty Mutual
Liberty Mutual offers 24-hour roadside assistance featuring the following:
- Towing
- Jump starts
- Fuel delivery
- Lockout services
- Flat-tire changes
GEICO vs. Liberty Mutual: home insurance
While both companies are major providers of auto insurance, Liberty Mutual has a much stronger presence in the world of home insurance. GEICO offers homeowners insurance through a number of partner companies instead of under its own banner. That said, both companies can offer a variety of coverage types with plentiful add-ons that many homeowners could find satisfying. Read more about each company's home insurance offerings in our comparison below.
GEICO homeowners insurance review
While not as large a portion of its business as auto insurance, homeowners coverage remains an important part of GEICO's product offerings. The company partners with many insurers throughout the nation to provide home insurance. Still, customer service scores and third-party ratings remain high.
- The Zebra Customer Satisfaction Survey – 4.4/5: GEICO's home insurance coverage earned a relatively high score in The Zebra's 2021 customer satisfaction survey.
- Claims satisfaction (J.D. Power) – Not rated
- Customer satisfaction (J.D. Power) – Not rated
- Financial strength (AM Best) – Superior: GEICO received an 'A' rating from AM Best, underlining its solid financial standing.
- NAIC Rating – Excellent: The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) received fewer customer complaints than average regarding GEICO homeowners insurance in 2020.
Liberty Mutual homeowners review
With the fourth largest share of the homeowners insurance market, Liberty Mutual has a wide footprint. The company has a variety of coverage options.
- The Zebra Customer Satisfaction Survey — 4.3/5: Liberty Mutual recieved a 4.3 out of 5 in The Zebra's survey of customer satisfaction.
- Claims satisfaction (J.D. Power Rating) — Below average: In J.D. Power's most recent property claims satisfaction report, Liberty Mutual came in just below the industry average.
- Customer satisfaction (J.D. Power Rating) — Below average: Liberty Mutual fell below the industry average in J.D. Power's customer satisfaction study.
- Financial strength — Good: According to AM Best, Liberty Mutual's financial outlook was rated at an "A".
- NAIC Rating — Good: Fewer complaints were logged by the NAIC in regards to Liberty Mutual's homeowners insurance, falling just below the national complaint index.
Which company comes out on top?
Tie
Both GEICO and Liberty Mutual can pair customers with good homeowners policies. Because GEICO doesn't actually underwrite their own policies, it's harder to rate them higher than Liberty Mutual — especially since Liberty Mutual actually underwrites some GEICO policies. For that reason, we feel that both companies are worth exploring for homeowners insurance.
GEICO vs. Liberty Mutual: home insurance rate comparison
Liberty Mutual's average annual homeowners insurance rate is $1,414. Because GEICO does not underwrite its own homeowners policies, it's more difficult to provide accurate rate data.
Your individual rates are likely to vary from one company to another. This is because companies have different methods for underwriting. Your rates are highly dependent upon both where you live and your individual profile, and each company will place a different weight upon factors such as area crime, proximity to fire-fighting services and the age of your home. For this reason, it's highly recommended that you shop for homeowners quotes from a number of different sources, as this will likely lead you to the best rate.
Based on the data we have available, Liberty Mutual has the cheapest home insurance rates at around $118 per month.
The Zebra’s homeowners insurance data methodology
The Zebra’s Dynamic Insurance Rating Tool for home and auto insurance rates utilizes the latest ZIP code-level rate filings from across the U.S., sourced from Quadrant Information Services and S&P Global. These filings, typically updated annually or biennially by insurers, are verified through Quadrant’s QA process and then integrated into The Zebra’s estimator.
The displayed rates are based on a dynamic home and auto profile designed to reflect the content of the page. This profile is tailored to match specific factors such as age, location, and coverage level, which are adjusted based on the page content to show how these variables can impact premiums.
For a comprehensive understanding, see our detailed methodology.
GEICO vs. Liberty Mutual: homeowners discount comparison
Home insurance discounts are a great way to save money on your premiums. Both companies offer such discounts, though Liberty Mutual provides far more options for saving.
| Discount comparison | GEICO | Liberty Mutual |
|---|---|---|
| Claims free | ✓ | |
| Recent home buyer | ✓ | |
| Multi-policy | ✓ | ✓ |
| Early signing | ✓ | |
| Newer/more durable roof | ✓ | |
| Protective devices (smoke/burglar alarms, etc...) | ✓ | |
| Paid in full | ||
| Early signing | ||
| Auto pay | ✓ |
It's important to note that there may be more options for discounts through GEICO's partner companies. Also, customers with smart home technology may see extra benefits through a policy with Liberty Mutual.
Zebra tip: Check out Liberty Mutual if you are seeking home insurance discounts
Qualifying customers have a number of discounts to choose from, including discounts for being claims-free, having a newer or updated roof and bundling car and home insurance together. However, even with extra discounts, other companies may still offer more affordable rates.
Other insurance products and bundling options
GEICO and Liberty Mutual both have options for bundling multiple policy types. Bundling policies can lead to savings in many cases. See our table below for a side-by-side comparison.
| Other products | GEICO | Liberty Mutual |
|---|---|---|
| Boat insurance | ✓ | ✓ |
| Condo insurance | ✓ | ✓ |
| Life insurance | ✓ | ✓ |
| Homeowners insurance | ✓ | ✓ |
| Travel trailer insurance | ✓ | ✓ |
| Renters insurance | ✓ | ✓ |
| RV insurance | ✓ | ✓ |
| Motorcycle insurance | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mobile home insurance | ✓ | ✓ |
| Umbrella | ✓ | ✓ |
| Offroad vehicles and ATVs | ✓ | ✓ |
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About The Zebra
The Zebra is not an insurance company. We publish data-backed, expert-reviewed resources to help consumers make more informed insurance decisions.
- The Zebra’s insurance content is written and reviewed for accuracy by licensed insurance agents.
- The Zebra’s insurance editorial content is not subject to review or alteration by insurance companies or partners.
- The Zebra’s editorial team operates independently of the company’s partnerships and commercialization interests, publishing unbiased information for consumer benefit.
- The auto insurance rates published on The Zebra’s pages are based on a comprehensive analysis of car insurance pricing data, evaluating more than 83 million insurance rates from across the United States.
