Compare Pet Insurance

We updated the functionality of our comparisons.

With sooo many pet insurance options out there, comparing each one against the next can be time-consuming, if not a little tedious! To help you save time and brainpower, we’ve created this easy-to-read pet insurance comparison table. This should help you find the best!

Within the table, we’ve collated info from more than 15 pet insurance brands, placing all the need-to-know info for each product side-by-side. Taking into account cheap prices, premiums, excess amounts, limits, and waiting periods, the table breaks it all down, so you can quickly (and easily) compare each pet insurance policy to see how it stacks up.

You can click or tap on the table headers to sort by price, excess, waiting times, maximum coverage, and even brand name. If you have a specific brand in mind, you can search for it and then read my review. When you click “Get quote” you’ll be taken to that insurer’s website.

Of course, as each pet and each situation is different, the prices provided within the table won’t be the price you pay for your pet insurance. The table is meant as a guide to help you save time as you narrow your options, after which, you can get a more precise quote.

How much does pet insurance actually cost?

Pet insurance premiums across all plans averaged around $97, with the most expensive plan costing over $40 per month more than the cheapest. With an annual difference of over $500, it shows just how crucial it is to compare your options before buying pet insurance.

It’s also worth noting just how different each policy can be. While cost is worth comparing, the range of cover provided is also important. For more help comparing the cover offered within each policy, be sure to check out our detailed pet insurance reviews.

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Plan Monthly Premium ℹ The amount you pay each month for the insurance plan. Vet Bills Covered ℹ The percentage or amount of your vet bills the insurer will pay. Excess Amount ℹ The amount you must pay towards a claim before the insurer pays the rest. Benefit Limit p.a ℹ The maximum amount the insurer will pay in a year. Waiting Period ℹ The time you must wait after starting the policy before you can claim for illness. Get quote

How We Created This Pet Insurance Comparison

Using an example case, we obtained quotes from each provider’s website from February to March 2024. Our quotes were obtained for a 6-month-old, de-sexed, female Cavalier King Charles Spaniel with a 60-year-old owner, living in New South Wales, 2150. No discounts or promo codes were applied, and for each plan, we selected comprehensive coverage and declined any supplementary benefits. Wherever possible, we opted for a policy with $0 excess and an immediate start date; for further details, you can refer to our Pet Insurance Claims statistics page if you’re interested. We are currently in the process of updating all these quotes with 2025 data.

All figures were correct at the time of the quotes – February to March 2024. Pet insurance pricing can change drastically, so remember to do a quote on the provider’s site before getting any policy.

Please bear in mind as you compare pet insurance options detailed within the table that the premium and coverage offered to you will vary based on your pet’s breed, sex and age, your age and location, as well as the level of coverage you select, pricing changes and promotional offers.

Prior to purchasing any insurance product, you should carefully review the full terms and conditions listed in the Product Disclosure Statement.

Why is pet insurance important?

Dr. Chris Brown

“There’s no doubt in my mind that pet insurance saves lives”

– Dr. Chris Brown

You never know what life or your pet is going to throw at you. Pet insurance can help cover the costs of vet costs, so you’re out of pocket for less. Australia’s famous “Bondi Vet”, Dr. Chris Brown, believes in it so much, he joined Medibank Pet Insurance as their ambassador.

Learn more about his commitment