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Allstate, Geico, Progressive and State Farm compared

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Published on May 12, 2025 | 5 min read

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When looking for the best car insurance company, you probably want to balance factors like low cost, excellent customer service and robust coverage options. Most large car insurance companies have competitive offerings in all these categories, so it can be challenging to decide which is right for you — if any. Bankrate’s insurance editorial team did a comparison of four top insurers — Geico vs. State Farm vs. Progressive vs. Allstate — to help you weed out each carrier’s quality metrics from their catchy advertising.

Comparing top car insurance companies

We reviewed each carrier’s financial strength, customer service, average annual rates, digital tools, coverage offerings and more when determining the merits of Geico vs. Progressive vs. State Farm vs. Allstate. Each company’s Bankrate Score, out of five points, summarizes these quality metrics. We also took note of the rankings each company received from industry watchdog organization J.D. Power, which assesses both claims satisfaction and overall customer satisfaction.

Company Bankrate Score J.D. Power Claims Satisfaction Study Avg. annual full coverage premium Avg. annual full coverage premium after speeding ticket Avg. annual full coverage premium after at-fault accident
Progressive 4.4 672/1,000 $2,387 $3,051 $3,586
Geico 4.3 692/1,000 $2,172 $2,675 $3,059
State Farm 4.3 710/1,000 $2,887 $3,314 $3,657
Allstate 3.9 691/1,000 $3,297 $3,792 $4,345

Progressive: Best for safe drivers

Why we chose it: Progressive’s Deductible Savings Bank is an optional feature that rewards safe driving with potential savings on your deductibles. With this feature, drivers can earn a $50 credit toward their comprehensive and collision deductibles for each claim and violation-free policy period. Although not available in every state, this optional add-on could help drivers save money after an accident. Notably, Progressive ranked second-to-last for auto claims satisfaction. 

Geico: Best for discounts

Why we chose it: On top of low average car insurance rates, Geico’s long list of discounts could make your policy even cheaper. Advertised discounts include savings for safe driving, emergency military deployment, good students and affiliation groups. Like Progressive, Geico came in below the segment average in the J.D. Power claims study, which may be a concern for drivers who value top-notch customer service.

State Farm: Best for claims handling

Why we chose it: State Farm ranked higher than any other company on our list in J.D. Power’s U.S. Auto Claims Satisfaction Study. This suggests consumers were pleased with the claims process and payouts. The company also ranked above average in all but one region (the Mid-Atlantic) of the 2024 U.S. Auto Insurance Study, which scores overall customer satisfaction. This could be attributed in part to State Farm’s nationwide network of over 19,000 agents. However, the company’s average premiums skew higher than others on our list.

Allstate: Best for new and young drivers

Why we chose it: Adding a new or young driver to your car insurance policy can be expensive, but Allstate offers various options to help reduce the cost. The Smart Student discount allows unmarried drivers under 25 to save if they meet one of these requirements:

  • Maintain a grade average of B- or higher, or have a GPA of 2.7 or above while a full-time student
  • Successfully complete the teenSMART driver education program
  • Attend school at least 100 miles away from where their car is garaged

Depending on state availability, they can also enroll in Allstate Drivewise, a telematics program that tracks and rewards safe driving habits.

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Allstate vs. State Farm vs. Geico vs. Progressive

The best car insurance company will depend on factors specific to you and your coverage needs. Comparing personalized quotes can help you find the cheapest carrier for you, but remember that cheap rates shouldn’t trump quality coverage. Here are some pros and cons to help you determine if Allstate or Progressive is better, or if Geico or State Farm might better serve you.

Allstate

Pros

  • Offers a variety of policy add-ons like rideshare coverage, accident forgiveness and extended vehicle care
  • Multiple rewards for safe driving

Cons

  • Car insurance rates may be higher than other insurance carriers
  • Scored below average in some regions of the 2024 J.D. Power Auto Insurance Study

State Farm

Pros

  • Offers an extensive network of local agents for personalized service
  • Best Auto Insurance Company for Safe Drivers in the 2025 Bankrate Awards

Cons

  • May not write policies for drivers with DUIs
  • Does not offer gap insurance on auto policies

Geico

Pros

  • Competitive average premiums
  • Best Auto Insurance Company for High-Risk Drivers in the 2025 Bankrate Awards

Cons

  • Fewer local offices with agents, limiting personalized service
  • Scored below average in the J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Auto Claims Satisfaction Study

Progressive

Pros

  • Name Your Price tool lets customers create policies that fit their budgets
  • Broad range of nationwide coverage

Cons

  • Fewer local agencies compared to traditional carriers
  • Ranked near the bottom in the J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Auto Claims Satisfaction Study

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Bankrate utilizes Quadrant Information Services to analyze January 2025 rates for all ZIP codes and carriers in all 50 states and Washington, D.C. Rates are weighted based on the population density in each geographic region. Quoted rates are based on a single, 40-year-old male and female driver with a clean driving record, good credit and the following full coverage limits:

  • $100,000 bodily injury liability per person
  • $300,000 bodily injury liability per accident
  • $50,000 property damage liability per accident
  • $100,000 uninsured motorist bodily injury per person
  • $300,000 uninsured motorist bodily injury per accident
  • $500 collision deductible
  • $500 comprehensive deductible

To determine minimum coverage limits, Bankrate used minimum coverage that meets each state’s requirements. Our base profile drivers own a 2023 Toyota Camry, commute five days a week and drive 12,000 miles annually. Bundling and paperless billing discounts are applied. 

These are sample rates and should only be used for comparative purposes. Your quotes will differ.

If otherwise specified, the base profile has been modified with the following driver characteristics:

Bankrate Scores

Our 2025 Bankrate Score for auto insurance considers key variables that our insurance editorial team determined impact policyholders’ experiences with an insurance company. These factors include a robust assessment of each company’s cost of coverage, product availability, financial strength ratings, online capabilities and customer and claims support accessibility. We grouped these factors into three essential categories — cost and ratings, coverage and savings, and support — which we then weighted in a tiered approach. 

Each category was assigned a metric to determine performance, and the weighted sum adds up to a company’s total Bankrate Score — out of 5 points. Our scoring model provides a comprehensive view, indicating when companies excel across several key areas and highlighting where they fall short.

  • Tier 1 (Cost & ratings): To determine how well auto insurance companies satisfy these priorities, our team analyzed quoted premiums from Quadrant Information Services (if available), as well as any of the latest third-party agency ratings from J.D. Power, AM Best, Demotech and the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC). 
  • Tier 2 (Coverage & savings): We assessed companies’ coverage options and availability to help policyholders find a provider that balances cost with coverage. Additionally, we evaluated the discount options listed on each company’s website.
  • Tier 3 (Support): To encompass the many ways an auto insurance company can support policyholders, we analyzed avenues of customer accessibility along with community support. This analysis incorporated additional financial strength ratings from S&P and Moody’s and factored in a company’s corporate sustainability efforts.
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