Farmers and Mercury are two well-known companies in the insurance world. Farmers is best for customers who require a lot of coverage, while Mercury is best for customers who prefer a swift claims process. But, Mercury has an involved sign-up process and Farmers lacks the online tools to manage your own policy.
Still, both companies offer a nice variety of discounts for customers. So which one offers the discounts, services, and customer ratings that best fit your car insurance wants and needs? Keep reading to find out.
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Bundling Coverage Discounts | Farmers | Mercury |
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Multi-Car | ||
Home and Car | ||
Car and Life | ||
Vehicle Type and Safety Features | Farmers | Mercury |
Alternative Fuel | ||
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | ||
Anti-Lock Brake | ||
Anti-Theft | ||
Passive Restraint | ||
New Car | ||
Economy Car | ||
Utility Vehicle | ||
Farm or Ranch Vehicle | ||
Driving Record and Insurance History | Farmers | Mercury |
Accident Free/Good Driver | ||
Prior Insurance | ||
Long Term Policy Holder | ||
Defensive Driving Course | ||
Student, Professional, and Club Memberships | Farmers | Mercury |
Affinity Group | ||
College Graduate | ||
Good Student | ||
Resident Student | ||
Organization or Club Membership | ||
Farm Bureau Member | ||
Military | ||
Special Circumstances | Farmers | Mercury |
Telematics Device | ||
Low Mileage | ||
Short Commute | ||
Days Per Week Driven | ||
Other Discounts | Farmers | Mercury |
Married | ||
Paid in Full | ||
Advance Renewal | ||
Electronic Funds Transfer | ||
Senior Driver | ||
55 and Retired |
Farmers Auto Insurance | Mercury Car Insurance | |
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2018 | 117 | |
2016 | 167 | 71 |
2015 | 262 | 92 |
2014 | 237 | 105 |
2013 | 300 | 83 |
Farmers Auto Insurance | Mercury Car Insurance | |
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Overall Purchase Experience | Average | Above average |
Policy Offerings | Average | Above average |
Pricing | Average | Above average |
Local Agent | Average | Average |
Call Center Representative | -- | Average |
Insurer Website | Below average | -- |
Farmers Auto Insurance | Mercury Car Insurance | |
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Overall Satisfaction | Average | Average |
First Notice of Loss | Average | Average |
Service Interaction | Above average | Average |
Appraisal | Average | Below average |
Repair Process | Average | Below average |
Rental Car Experience | Average | Average |
Settlement | Average | Average |
Farmers Auto Insurance | Mercury Car Insurance | |
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A.M. Best | A | A+ |
Moody's | Aa3 | -- |
S&P's | A+ | -- |
Farmers
Farmers Insurance Mobile Apphelps customers manage their insurance on the go. You can instantly view ID cards, connect with your agent, and pay your monthly premiums in one place. The app also lets you:
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Mercury
Mercury PortalThis app lets you manage your auto insurance policies from your mobile device. You can: pay your auto bills, view your policy information, contact your agent, and request policy changes. You can even view your policy claims and payment history. |
Farmers
Farmers Towing & Roadside AssistanceCovers roadside services up to $150 Services covered:
Farmers Towing & Roadside Assistance works with over 20,000 road services shops. If you use a service that's out of Farmers network, you'll have to file a claim for up to $150. Farmers’ Roadside Emergency Safety Contact NumberCall 1 (800) 435 -7764 or click here for help with assistance with roadside issues. This service help you with an emergency tow, jump start, flat tire, lockout assistance, winching, and ambulance services. |
Mercury
Mercury Roadside AssistanceMercury's roadside assistance coverage offers the following services:
If services are done by a provider outside of the Mercury program, you'll have to pay the costs upfront, but you can request reimbursement from Mercury. Contact Phone NumberCall the hotline (800) 519-6478. |