Nova Direct Reviews 5,981

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.3

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Review summary

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Looking at 521 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the staff for their helpfulness and positive attitude, making interactions pleasant and productive. Many people highlight the exceptional customer service, appreciating the personalized and understanding approach. Reviewers are particularly impressed with the quick response times and the smooth user experience. However, some customers also noted issues with the service, including difficulties with key cover assistance and being left without support during a breakdown, even with vulnerable passengers. A few other people also felt that customer service was unhelpful or rude, leading to frustrating experiences with policy renewals and rebooking with other providers.

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Staff

Customers consistently note positive experiences with staff, highlighting their helpfulness and efficiency.... See more

Customer service

Reviewers highlight positive aspects of customer service, often praising several helpful and professional... See more

Service

Consumers find service to be ambiguous. Many reviewers praise the excellent, efficient, and quick service,... See more

Price

Customers had ambiguous experiences with price. Many reviewers found the prices to be very competitive,... See more

Response time

Clients share positive opinions on response time, with many praising the quick and efficient assistance... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I found it rather complicated to link my account. I have never experienced such a complicated and such a long account reference number. I nearly gave up and cancelled my insurance, but I used the chat... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Discovered Nova Direct for breakdown cover, through a search engine. Read all the small print, as usual, and it appears to cover all the important things at a very reasonable price. There were cheaper... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Nova Direct is a brilliant company with an unbeatable service & product. I've used them for several years now & I've never, ever, been let down. Don't just trust t, try them & see for yourself!

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Araya helped me today with a quick and comprehensive response - to the level of highlighting the specific sections of the Policy Wording that addressed my query when I asked for that. I think that's q... See more

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Nova Direct offer a range of insurances to offer you complete peace of mind. Whether it’s breakdown, caravan, gadget, pet, home emergency or home appliance we’ve got the right cover for you.


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4.3

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

6K reviews

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Robbing nasty company

Robbing nasty company
Do not use them they are a true rip off !!
Absolutely shocking
Had to pay for a full 8months of policy which they had cancelled because I had an issue with my bank
I received no communication via email phone call just a couple of texts
I was willing to remain with the company and settle the 4.99 but oh no !
The company isn’t good in my opinion

24 February 2026
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Reply from Nova Direct

Hi Jane,

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. You were paying your policy premium on a monthly basis, taking out Premium Finance to do so.

You defaulted on that agreement and we contacted you (by phone, email and SMS) on more than 10 occasions over 8 days to let you know of this.

As you did not make a payment your policy was cancelled and we emailed you confirmation of this. This left your account in default with an outstanding amount due. You say your email address contact changed, but you did not advise us of this. Our email tracking also shows these emails were received successfully.

Therefore the advice, information and process is correct. We hope this clarifies the points raised in your review.

Kind Regards, Nova Direct

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Horrible

Horrible. Their definitions of "accident" and "breakdown" are whimsical, do not trust that they'll honour your policy. And as for the customer service team at the claims management department, just wow. Rude, patronising and insulting. I cannot emphasis just how absolutely appalling their policy application is.

As for more info, you know exactly who I am because your agent has been haranguing me long after he was told in no uncertain terms to stop. His attitude immediately rubs people the wrong way so if you want positive reviews, don't let him deal with customers.

Regarding your response, you're still not presenting the truth. You've even tried to have my review removed and been told no!

The rest of the reviews here would tend to support my position.

23 February 2026
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Reply from Nova Direct

Hi Claire

Thank you for your review. The Policy says it does not cover accidents. "Accident - any collision or impact with another Vehicle, object or person, including potholes and roadside furniture, that renders the Vehicle Immobile or unsafe to drive". We mention potholes specifically to provide clarity.

You called for assistance after hitting a pothole and blowing 2 tyres. Something the Policy does not cover. This is something that has been confirmed with you and extracts of your call, confirming the circumstances, have been provided.

Whilst we appreciate you maybe unhappy with the claims outcome - it is correct.

Kind Regards, Nova Direct

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Jayden assisted with my request swiftly…

Jayden assisted with my request swiftly - which was nice as many firms move you from one person to another.

20 February 2026
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Reply from Nova Direct

Hi Alec, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We will pass your comments on to Jayden. Regards, Nova Direct

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had a problem filling out a form for…

Had a problem filling out a form for breakdown insurance, and I used the live chat and conversed with Finn, who was very helpful and clear on the problom also very quick to answer

20 February 2026
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Reply from Nova Direct

Hi Carl, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We will pass your comments on to Finn. Regards, Nova Direct

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great price

Great price
Havent used them yet
Hope i dont have too.

13 February 2026
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Reply from Nova Direct

Hi Paul, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. Regards, Nova Direct

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Joel was great

Joel was great

18 February 2026
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Reply from Nova Direct

Hi Jason, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We will pass your comments on to Joel. Regards, Nova Direct

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Affordable Breakdown cover

I used go compare website. Glad I did because I found Nova Breakdown cover for 2 cars in my household at a good price! And unlimited call outs and no excess to pay!

13 February 2026
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Reply from Nova Direct

Hi Emma, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. Regards, Nova Direct

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Cancellation of policy

The person clearly guided me through the process of cancellation of the policy.

18 February 2026
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Reply from Nova Direct

Hi VW, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. Regards, Nova Direct

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I closed my bank account so direct…

I closed my bank account so direct debit was rejected. I contacted Nova via the chat and got hold of a very helpful man called Joel who understood what was needed. He linked me to where I needed to be and before we had even finished chatting my new policy was bought and paid for. Now back to Joel to say goodbye and thanks again.

13 February 2026
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Reply from Nova Direct

Hi Alison, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We will pass your comments on to Joel. Regards, Nova Direct

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to set up.

Initially I was going to set up with the RAC, yet their website kept crashing and could not get through on the phone. With Nova direct it was so easy & maybe that is partly why they have a 5 star rating.

11 February 2026
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Reply from Nova Direct

Hi Al, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. Regards, Nova Direct

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Kay Lee was very helpful and answered…

Kay Lee was very helpful and answered all of my questions highly recommend

11 February 2026
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Reply from Nova Direct

Hi Jennie, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We will pass your comments on to Kay Lee. Regards, Nova Direct

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent value for money and a great…

Excellent value for money and a great savings in comparison to AA or RAC break cover.

8 February 2026
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Reply from Nova Direct

Hi Akram, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. Regards, Nova Direct

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Joel has been very helpful and fast

Joel has been very helpful and fast

11 February 2026
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Reply from Nova Direct

Hi Fabian, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We will pass your comments on to Joel. Regards, Nova Direct

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great help from Joel

Great help from Joel, very patient helping me get into my account

10 February 2026
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Reply from Nova Direct

Hi Mabo, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We will pass your comments on to Joel. Regards, Nova Direct

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Efficient

Very helpful and speedy. It was Teresa who dealt with my query.

9 February 2026
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Reply from Nova Direct

Hi Mrs Wholey, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We will pass your comments on to Teresa. Regards, Nova Direct

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Joel really made a difference today

Joel really made a difference today! Solved my question quickly and efficiently. Great service, thanks.

9 February 2026
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Reply from Nova Direct

Hi Mrs Bischoff, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We will pass your comments on to Joel. Regards, Nova Direct

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