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Based on 191 reviews, last reviewed 16th Dec 2025
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Latest highest rating:

5

Reasonable cost, clear communication, I have had thi... Reasonable cost, clear communication, I have had this account with them for the last 9 years and have no complaints so far - luckily I haven't had to ... Read more Reviewed on: 5th September 2025
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Aaron E

Latest lowest rating:

1

Very bad experience with Aviva health insurance. Very bad experience with Aviva health insurance. My son was critically ill and admitted to hospital for three days after choking, which led to a card... Read more Reviewed on: 16th December 2025
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Anish Danet

About this product

Aviva health insurance helps pay for private medical care for short-term injuries or illnesses.

You'll have access to a range of private hospitals and facilities that include Circle, Nuffield, Spire and NHS private units. Aviva won't increase premiums at first renewal if you haven't made a claim that's reduced your no claim discount level.

Aviva health insurance reviews help you find out what it’s really like to be a customer. If you’ve used Aviva before, you can also leave a review and share your experience.

Aviva Health insurance reviews (191)

Review of the Aviva, Health insurance:

Shocking!

1
I have just had to cancel my AVIVA private health. It is the worst experience ever. When it came to a claim I had to wait up to 2+ hours on the phone, then they would not process the claim, I had to go through NHS (but continued to pay circa £299 a month but yet use the NHS! I appealed then they realised that I was in the right. They apologised and promised a £30 refund which I do not even know when I will receive this. I normally have BUPA or AXA PPP (which are much better). I will never take out an AVIVA policy again! steer clear of them! Reviewed on: 2nd December 2023

Helpful Service

4
Clear policies and helpful service when making a claim Reviewed on: 22nd September 2018

GOOD COVERAGE

5
Good coverage relevant to age and income, easy to set up when also purchasing a house. The benefits and coverage offer a lot, should a pay out ever be required. Reviewed on: 17th July 2018

Excellent value

5
I have been with Aviva for critical illness cover for years as I cant find better cover elsewhere. Reviewed on: 25th September 2017

Not very responsive and not competitive.

2
A company that seems determined to bombard with material but does little to evince confidence in their product. Reviewed on: 13th September 2017

I have been a customer of Comfort for many years. Comfort by name Comfort for exceolent service

5
ALL GOOD. NO COMPLAINTS WHICH CANNOT BE SAID FOR A NUMBER OF OTHER CO;S Reviewed on: 6th September 2017

was ok

3
had some problems claiming my money but overall they were keen to help. Reviewed on: 2nd August 2017

Sympathetic without being condescending

5
My husband has suffered 2 strokes & gone through treatment for throat cancer in the last 2 years. When I phoned Aviva after the most recent stroke they were extremely helpful & I was very happy with the service I got from them. Reviewed on: 15th July 2017

Linked Common Cold as pre conditon

1
Please avoid. Linked common cold as pre-condition symptoms when i asked them for referral to specialist as my child was unwell.. From morning i was continuously on phone calls . Just when you think you have insurance to cover you for your family and then they link to such common symptoms. Reviewed on: 16th November 2016

Aviva health care

3
Luckily not had to use it but good to have it as a back up. Time will tell how good they are when it comes to an actual claim Reviewed on: 15th August 2016

Brilliant

5
Great service from start to finish. Great customer experience on the phone lines. Reviewed on: 13th August 2016

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