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Provider comparison · Updated May 2026

Santam vs Hollard

How Santam and Hollard compare on price, claims, products and rewards across the South African market.

Santam edges Hollard on customer rating.

FeatureSantamHollard
Customer rating★ 4.6★ 4.4
Average premiumR790/pmR690/pm
Claims turnaround72h72h
Pricing tierPremiumMid-range
Flagship productComprehensive PlusHollard Highway Heroes
Product rangePersonal Lines, Commercial, Agriculture, SpecialistCar, Home, Business, Life, Funeral

Santam

South Africa's largest short-term insurer

Santam is South Africa's largest short-term insurer with a 100+ year history, serving personal, commercial and agricultural markets.

Strengths
  • Largest local insurer
  • Extensive broker network
  • Strong commercial offering
Trade-offs
  • Slower digital experience
  • Higher premiums on entry tier

Hollard

South Africa's largest privately-owned insurer

Hollard is South Africa's largest privately-owned insurance group, serving personal, commercial and life markets through brokers and direct channels.

Strengths
  • Strong broker network
  • Wide product range
  • Solid commercial offering
Trade-offs
  • Broker-led model
  • Slower digital experience