Best apps to compare car insurance quotes
Many car insurance companies provide quotes for their own policies through their mobile apps. But you’ll find far fewer apps for comparing quotes among multiple insurers. In fact, Insurify found just four — one of which launched just a month ago and had only about 1,000 downloads.
Surprisingly, some of the best websites for comparing car insurance quotes don’t have mobile apps. We couldn’t find apps for The Zebra or Compare.com. Let’s take a look at three Insurify did find: Jerry, Insurify, and NerdWallet.
1. Jerry
While Jerry’s desktop comparison tool didn’t make Insurify’s list of best insurance-comparison sites, its app deserves a look. On Google Play, it has more than 1 million user downloads and a 4.1-star rating from 11,600 user reviews. It has a 4.6-star rating on the App Store.
Our verdict: Easy to use and helpful features
While the Jerry app may not show you many quotes from well-known companies, its quoting process is smooth and easy. The ability to store digital insurance cards in the app is a plus. As long as you have the Jerry app on your phone and your phone with you, you’ll always have proof of insurance.
How the Jerry app works
After downloading the Jerry app, you’ll find the sign-up process is relatively painless. You enter information about your car insurance and claims history, name, and other information. You’ll also need to provide a valid phone number so Jerry can send you a PIN to authorize and complete the sign-up process.
The app can analyze your existing policy and send you a text message if it finds a better, cheaper option. The app typically displays a few policy options and may include national companies, like GEICO and Progressive.
After you’ve bought a policy through Jerry, you’ll be able to store your digital insurance cards in the app.
2. Insurify
Insurify’s robust comparison app is available on the Apple App Store and Google Play. It has 3.8 stars and 41 ratings in the App Store and more than 50,000 downloads and 3.5 stars on Google Play. The app allows users to see custom, real-time quotes. It also contains advertising.
Our verdict: Good for shopping, but desktop version has better advice and insight
If you already know what types and levels of coverage you want, the Insurify app is a fast way to compare quotes and buy coverage with your smartphone. You’ll get multiple real-time quotes and can complete your purchase in the app.
But the app lacks educational content and only gives users two options: Get a quote or call an agent. But if you’re unsure how much car insurance you need, Insurify’s desktop experience provides calculators and educational articles.
How the Insurify app works
After downloading the app, you’ll complete a short form with basic information to generate a quote. The app provides a list of customized car insurance quotes from multiple insurance companies.
You can set your desired coverage limits to meet or exceed your state’s minimum insurance requirements. You can also compare available deals, and secure coverage, all within the app.
The Insurify app allows you to complete your shopping experience entirely within the app. Or you can get phone help from a licensed Insurify insurance agent.
3. NerdWallet
Available through Google Play and the Apple App Store, NerdWallet’s app allows you to create a new account or access your existing NerdWallet account. The app has more than 1 million downloads on Google Play, 29,500 reviews, and a 4.5-star user rating. It has a 4.8-star rating on the App Store.
Our verdict: Stick with the educational and financial tools
Just as with the desktop experience, shopping for car insurance on the NerdWallet mobile app won’t produce any real-time quotes, and it could leave you exposed to spam. But the app’s financial tools and educational content can be helpful for managing your money.
How the NerdWallet app works
After downloading the NerdWallet app, you’ll have the option to log into your existing account or create a new one. After you log in, the app gives you multiple options for linking your financial accounts to the app to manage them in one place.
The app also has a marketplace option, and that’s where you’ll find its insurance-shopping experience. But clicking on the car insurance tile launches NerdWallet’s mobile browsing page for car insurance comparison.
Cheapest recent rates
Drivers using Insurify have found quotes as cheap as $36/mo for liability only and $46/mo for full coverage.
*Quotes generated for Insurify users within the last 10 days. Last updated on January 9, 2025. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer’s unique driver profile.
Rates shown are real-time Insurify user quotes from 100+ insurance companies and Quadrant Information Services data. Insurify’s algorithm excludes anomalous quotes and anonymizes personal details, then displays refined quotes by price, date, and insurer popularity up to 10 days ago from January 9, 2025. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer’s unique driver profile.
*Quotes generated for Insurify users within the last 10 days. Last updated on January 9, 2025. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer’s unique driver profile.
Rates shown are real-time Insurify user quotes from 100+ insurance companies and Quadrant Information Services data. Insurify’s algorithm excludes anomalous quotes and anonymizes personal details, then displays refined quotes by price, date, and insurer popularity up to 10 days ago from January 9, 2025. Actual quotes may vary based on the policy buyer’s unique driver profile.
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