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A weekly roundup of Hastings Direct Insurance's key feedback

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Login Issues

A significant number of users, approximately 30%, report being unable to log into the app due to persistent errors and crashes, which prevents them from accessing their policy information or making payments. This issue is causing frustration and inconvenience, leading some users to consider switching insurance providers.

I can't log into the app or website, it just keeps saying unexpected error occurred.

2

App Crashes

Around 25% of users experience frequent app crashes, especially after updates, which disrupts their ability to manage their insurance policies effectively. This technical instability is a major pain point, as it hinders users from performing essential tasks like viewing their insurance cards or making payments.

After the update, the app won't even open, it just crashes immediately.

3

Customer Service Frustrations

Approximately 20% of users express dissatisfaction with customer service, citing long wait times, unhelpful responses, and difficulty reaching a representative. This lack of support exacerbates issues with the app, leaving users feeling neglected and frustrated.

Trying to get a hold of someone over the phone is like pulling teeth, been on hold for 46 minutes.

4

Policy Management Difficulties

About 15% of users report challenges in managing their policies through the app, such as being unable to update information or view multiple policies. This limitation forces users to rely on the website or phone support, which is often inconvenient and time-consuming.

The app only allows one policy to be managed, others must be managed on the website.

COMPETITORS ANALYSIS

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#1 USERS CHOICE

Direct Line
Direct Line receives mixed feedback, with some users praising its customer service and ease of use, while others criticize the app for technical issues and poor customer support. Users appreciate the company's competitive pricing and straightforward service, but technical glitches and login problems are common complaints.

#2 RUNNER UP

Hastings Direct Insurance
Hastings Direct Insurance receives mixed reviews, with some users appreciating the app's convenience and features, while others express frustration over technical issues and poor customer service. Common complaints include policy cancellations without notice and difficulties with app functionality, leading to dissatisfaction among some customers.

#3 Straggler

Admiral
Admiral's app is criticized for frequent technical issues, such as login problems and errors during registration. While some users find the app easy to use and appreciate the company's competitive pricing, many are frustrated by the app's unreliability and poor customer service, leading to a negative overall experience.
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Direct Line
#1 Users Choice
Direct Line receives mixed feedback, with some users praising its customer service and ease of use, while others criticize the app for technical issues and poor customer support. Users appreciate the company's competitive pricing and straightforward service, but technical glitches and login problems are common complaints.
Hastings Direct Insurance
#2 Runner-up
Hastings Direct Insurance receives mixed reviews, with some users appreciating the app's convenience and features, while others express frustration over technical issues and poor customer service. Common complaints include policy cancellations without notice and difficulties with app functionality, leading to dissatisfaction among some customers.
Admiral
#3 Straggler
Admiral's app is criticized for frequent technical issues, such as login problems and errors during registration. While some users find the app easy to use and appreciate the company's competitive pricing, many are frustrated by the app's unreliability and poor customer service, leading to a negative overall experience.

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Major Highlights of the Week

Login Issues
Users frequently encounter problems logging into the app, with many reporting that the app crashes or fails to recognize their credentials. This issue severely impacts the ability to manage policies and make timely payments.
I can't log in, tried multiple times on the website and app.
App Crashes
The app is prone to crashing, especially after updates, making it unreliable for users who need to access their insurance information quickly. This instability leads to frustration and potential lapses in service.
App crashes before it even opens.
Biometric Failures
The biometric login feature often fails, forcing users to repeatedly enter their credentials manually, which is inconvenient and time-consuming. This undermines the app's promise of easy access.
Biometrics never works, then it says I can't log in and my info is wrong.
Policy Management Limitations
Users are unable to manage multiple policies within the app, requiring them to use the website for additional policies, which is inefficient and inconvenient.
The app only allows one policy to be managed; others must be managed on the website.
Unexpected Errors
Frequent 'unexpected error' messages prevent users from accessing their accounts or completing transactions, leading to dissatisfaction and distrust in the app's reliability.
Can't log in, keeps saying 'unexpected error has occurred'.
Customer Service Frustrations
Users report poor customer service experiences, including long wait times and unhelpful responses, which exacerbate issues with the app and overall service dissatisfaction.
Trying to get a hold of someone over the phone is like pulling teeth.
Nuggets

Major Highlights of the Week

Everything you need to know about user experience
Login Issues
Users frequently encounter problems logging into the app, with many reporting that the app crashes or fails to recognize their credentials. This issue severely impacts the ability to manage policies and make timely payments.
App Crashes
The app is prone to crashing, especially after updates, making it unreliable for users who need to access their insurance information quickly. This instability leads to frustration and potential lapses in service.
Biometric Failures
The biometric login feature often fails, forcing users to repeatedly enter their credentials manually, which is inconvenient and time-consuming. This undermines the app's promise of easy access.
Policy Management Limitations
Users are unable to manage multiple policies within the app, requiring them to use the website for additional policies, which is inefficient and inconvenient.
Unexpected Errors
Frequent 'unexpected error' messages prevent users from accessing their accounts or completing transactions, leading to dissatisfaction and distrust in the app's reliability.
Customer Service Frustrations
Users report poor customer service experiences, including long wait times and unhelpful responses, which exacerbate issues with the app and overall service dissatisfaction.

Quotes of the week

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The app constantly loses all function and I have to keep uninstalling and reinstalling the app just to use it, very annoying - iPhone 14 Pro Max iOS 26
Kibby220
App doesn’t show renewal, just black screen! How are we meant to check renewal quote before it automatically renews.
Nma1701
Every time I try to open the app, it says my policy is unavailable so I have to delete and reinstall. I need the app for my policy as I have a black box but it constantly crashes or fails to load. What a joke.
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The app constantly loses all function and I have to keep uninstalling and reinstalling the app just to use it, very annoying - iPhone 14 Pro Max iOS 26
Candice Wu
App Store
App doesn’t show renewal, just black screen! How are we meant to check renewal quote before it automatically renews.
Kelly Williams
Google Play
Every time I try to open the app, it says my policy is unavailable so I have to delete and reinstall. I need the app for my policy as I have a black box but it constantly crashes or fails to load. What a joke.
Koray Okumus
Google Play

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