Hastings Direct reviews
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Review summary
People rate this company as Good based on 953 product reviews
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Hastings Direct scores well for easy online processes, competitive pricing, and a handy app that makes managing policies straightforward. Personal loans and car insurance often come with quick approvals and helpful staff. However, many have faced frustrating claims experiences, poor communication, and unexpected fees, especially around cancellations and renewals.
Positive themes
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Personal loans with Hastings Direct are quick to apply for and offer good rates. (17 mentions)
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Car insurance with Hastings Direct is often the cheapest and great value for money. (14 mentions)
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The Hastings Direct app and online services make managing car insurance easy and convenient. (11 mentions)
Negative themes
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Claims handling with Hastings Direct is often slow and poorly communicated. (7 mentions)
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Unexpected fees and high renewal increases cause frustration with Hastings Direct policies. (5 mentions)
About Hastings Direct
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Reviews for Hastings Direct
Showing 11 of 953 company reviews • Last reviewed within 7 days
i was using the data box paired with my phone and ap...
i was using the data box paired with my phone and app this device does not record correctly, its just there so they can sell... i was using the data box paired with my phone and app this device does not record correctly, its just there so they can sell your data on to other industries , customer service is so unhelpfully I was getting very good scores until one day they marked me down for braking too hard, this was because a pedestrian walked out in front of me, it like i should have run over or killed this person to make a claim because they scored me low for braking avoiding killing or injuring someone, was sat at a green light once because a car had stopped in front of the crossing, they marked me down for that also this APP is RUBBISH i asked HastingDirect customer service why it marked that as a bad drive they said it does not reflect real life scenarios, what is the point then, i now know its just a data gathering money making device, after i moaned about it i noticed i was getting more and more mark downs, seemed like a punishment i would AVOID hasting direct data recording device to get cheaper insurance its cheap because they using your data to make money. I've now left them and the attitude was not pleasant, they are so vague with any questions you often having to re ask it again. to force an answer from them. they try pressure you to stay , IE you will loose your NCB etc etc it will cost you XXX it tracks you using the toilet and social life you have nearby as its connected to your phone. another BIG brother watching you take a leak or drop the kids of at the pool. I'm glad I've gone and will never look back Read more Read less
Solved my Problem
I made a mistake when filled in details online, but when i rang up about it the customer services helped me correct the error and got a better deal
Products from Hastings Direct
Car insurance
by Hastings DirectHastings Direct provide award-winning car insurance. You can get a Hastings Direct car insurance quote online and manage your policy via the mobile app. There are three levels of cover,...
Car insurance
by Hastings DirectHastings Direct provide award-winning car insurance. You can get a Hastings Direct car insurance quote online and manage your policy via the mobile app. There are three levels of cover,...
Personal loans
by Hastings DirectYou can apply for a Hastings Direct Personal Loan online with no need to send anything through the post. If you decide to repay a Hastings Direct Personal Loan in...
Personal loans
by Hastings DirectYou can apply for a Hastings Direct Personal Loan online with no need to send anything through the post. If you decide to repay a Hastings Direct Personal Loan in...
Home insurance
by Hastings DirectHastings Direct have three different home insurance policies to choose from with varying levels of cover. Opt for Hastings Essential, Hastings Direct or Hastings Premier. You can choose optional home...
Home insurance
by Hastings DirectHastings Direct have three different home insurance policies to choose from with varying levels of cover. Opt for Hastings Essential, Hastings Direct or Hastings Premier. You can choose optional home...
Motorbike Insurance
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Motorbike Insurance
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Van Insurance
by Hastings DirectFor many van owners, their van is used for everday driving as well as work, meaning that choosing the best van insurance to keep it on the road is essential....
Van Insurance
by Hastings DirectFor many van owners, their van is used for everday driving as well as work, meaning that choosing the best van insurance to keep it on the road is essential....
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