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Provider comparison · Updated May 2026

MiWay vs Budget Insurance

How MiWay and Budget Insurance compare on price, claims, products and rewards across the South African market.

MiWay edges Budget Insurance on customer rating.

FeatureMiWayBudget Insurance
Customer rating★ 4.4★ 4.1
Average premiumR640/pmR560/pm
Claims turnaround48h48h
Pricing tierMid-rangeBudget
Flagship productMiHeroValue Comprehensive
Product rangeCar, Home, Business, LifeCar, Home, All-risks

MiWay

Direct, digital, on your side

MiWay is a Sanlam-owned direct insurer that competes on simple, digital-first short-term insurance for individuals and small businesses.

Strengths
  • Quick online quotes
  • Strong digital UX
  • Flexible excess
Trade-offs
  • Smaller branch footprint
  • Mixed customer service feedback

Budget Insurance

Cover that fits your pocket

Budget Insurance is a Telesure-group direct brand built around affordability and straightforward short-term cover for cost-conscious South Africans.

Strengths
  • Aggressive pricing
  • Simple online quotes
  • Flexible cover options
Trade-offs
  • Fewer premium add-ons
  • Smaller broker footprint