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Provider comparison · Updated May 2026

MiWay vs Old Mutual Insure

How MiWay and Old Mutual Insure compare on price, claims, products and rewards across the South African market.

MiWay edges Old Mutual Insure on customer rating.

FeatureMiWayOld Mutual Insure
Customer rating★ 4.4★ 4.3
Average premiumR640/pmR750/pm
Claims turnaround48h72h
Pricing tierMid-rangePremium
Flagship productMiHeroElite Plus
Product rangeCar, Home, Business, LifePersonal Lines, Commercial, Agriculture, Specialist

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

Old Mutual Insure

Formerly Mutual & Federal

Old Mutual Insure (formerly Mutual & Federal) is one of South Africa's oldest short-term insurers, serving personal, commercial and agricultural markets.

Strengths
  • 150+ year heritage
  • Strong commercial book
  • Wide broker network
Trade-offs
  • Broker-led distribution
  • Premium pricing tier