Vavista Reviews 

3,017
TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

3.6

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Looking at 159 reviews, most reviewers had an average experience overall. Many customers appreciated the competitive pricing, often finding it to be the best quote available with good coverage. Reviewers frequently highlighted excellent customer service, describing interactions as friendly, helpful, and efficient for setting up policies. However, some customers noted significant dissatisfaction with payment processes, including unexpected charges and online difficulties. Many also reported high cancellation fees, even for policies cancelled shortly after purchase or before they started. Conversely, some people felt customer service could be unhelpful or dismissive, particularly regarding policy changes or unexpected cancellations.

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Price

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Service

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Customer service

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Payment

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Quick with quote. So far so good. Im glad somone else can beat go skippys prices. For the same price I got abit of extra cover with Vavusta unlike with go skippy. High excess to be expected. Touch wo... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

This is our first time using Vavista but they were the best quote with the most benefits. It was a quick and easy process and short wait time to get through to a representative which I liked.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My exprience is good, answered my call in a friendly manner, had my insurance sorted out in a few minutes, they were also sincerely with me

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Seems to be excellent customer service with the most cost effective quote considering the level of cover, only time will tell if this carries on for the whole of the policy but positive start. Not a... See more


Company details

  1. Insurance Company
  2. Auto Insurance Agency
  3. Home Insurance Agency
  4. Life Insurance Agency

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Looking after your health is one of the most important things you can do. At Vavista, we believe in the health and wellbeing of our policyholders. That’s why our innovative approach to car and life insurance helps you to protect against risk while also improving your health. As a Vavista policy holder, we reward you with a little extra, providing exclusive access to a wellbeing resource that helps you to stay fit and live a healthy life. Vavista offers car insurance with a number of policy options to suit a variety of clients and budgets. Comprehensive insurance offers the most extensive cover, ensuring you are protected against all possibilities. There are also a number of value added services such as extended warranty, or specialist insurance, which focuses on vintage and other specialised vehicles.


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3.6

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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Vavista is a top car insurer with excellent personal service

This is a top car insurer. Excellent quote and ease of use when moving to them. I wish to change my vehicle but the change was very efficiently declined online as the replacement vehicle is too old.

I phoned in as requested and an uber-efficient gentleman by the name of Steve (from Durban) could not have been more helpful.

Age is a bit unfair on the old girl as she's actually a classic 1999 A3 Auto SE hatchback, 50K on the clock and I am the 2nd owner & knew the first. Only a handful were sold in the UK to that specification and colour way, right down to "mussel" coloured seat belts!

I therefore have with regret had to cancel my Vavista policy. In theory a £75 fee is due but this was "dealt with" amicably as the refusal not exactly of my doing.

I will be going back there with a further vehicle for sure. Found initially on Go Compare that I find consistently better than its close namesake. From there Vavisita offered an online bespoke approach and a phenomenal deal de-duplicating breakdown cover etc.

Go for it!

29 July 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Total incompetence demonstrated from…

Total incompetence demonstrated from the start of my quote to the sorry end! Overseas call centre , very noisy in the background, could not hear clearly or understand the accent. On average took about 30 minutes before i got answered . Recieved conflicting information from different advisors. Cheap is not the best value here , this lot are amateurs . Had to request a refund of my payment , they had the audacity to charge me £25.00 cancellation fee even though the policy was not live for another week. Absolute Disgrace. AVOID THIS COMPANY AT ALL COSTS OR BE PREPARED FOR INEFFICIENCY AND A SHAMBOLIC CHAOS!!!!

23 July 2025
Unprompted review
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Reply from Vavista

Hi, thank you for your feedback. We are sorry to learn of your dissatisfaction
Please email us your vehicle registration and you concerns to Reviews@Vavista.com, we can then locate your policy and assist you further. Thank you.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

What 14 day cooling off period?

I tried to cancel my insurance immediately after buying it (28 days before it was due to come into force). They charged a £25 cancellation fee despite UK law giving the consumer a 14 day cooling off period. They claim (I disagree) that this is justified by their T&C's. Let the buyer beware.

22 July 2025
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Reply from Vavista

Hi, thank you for your feedback.
We are sorry to hear about your recent experience related to the cancellation of the policy

Please could you email your vehicle registration along and your concerns to Reviews@Vavista.com. We can then locate your policy and assist you further.
Thank you.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Beware the T's and C's!!!

This company are not transparent at all. They hide their cons in the small print. Be very careful! The final amount I was given when I changed my car seemed fine at first but when my direct debit came out charging me double I called asking them to explain (by this time its too late to do anything). I was informed the amount I was given was ON TOP of what I was already paying! It didnt tell me this anywhere just gave me the new amount (which looks normal as it was about the same as what I was paying for the new car). Turns out its hidden in the small print and its worded very confusing making you think you will just continue paying by finance. So its up to you as the buyer to work out what your final monthly payments will be. Very clever scam! AVOID this company! Not transparent and not how to ethically run a business!!

16 July 2025
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Reply from Vavista

Hi, thank you for your feedback. We are sorry to learn of your dissatisfaction.
We take customer concerns very seriously and appreciate any feedback.
Please could you email us your vehicle registration and your concerns to Reviews@Vavista.com. We can then locate your policy and assist you further. Thank you.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

They took my no claims away

They took my no claims away, saying I had an accident.
Never trust this company

15 July 2025
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Reply from Vavista

Hi, thank you for your feedback.
We are sorry to learn about the recent incident.
Please email us your vehicle registration and your concerns to Reviews@Vavista.com, we can then locate your policy and assist you further.
Thank you.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I cant believe how rude the advisor was…

I cant believe how rude the advisor was when I called to set up a policy, huffing down the phone because I was asking questions about a quote like I was putting her out I asked for a manager and she totally ignored my request didn't even acknowledge what I said. Not helpful at all - clearly in the wrong job. Sounded like they were having a party in the back ground - maybe I was spoiling her fun by calling. Must be losing a lot of business by sending your call centres abroad - shocking service.

15 July 2025
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Reply from Vavista

Hi, thank you for your feedback.
We are really sorry for the recent Customer Service Experience.
Please email us your vehicle registration and your concerns to Reviews@Vavista.com, we can then locate your policy and assist you further.
Thank you.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

huge fees

Had to cancel. The fees are crazy!!!! Only take this if you will not need to cancel - sell car, accident ect.

Will not use them again!

12 July 2025
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Reply from Vavista

Hi, thank you for your feedback.
We are sorry to hear of your recent experience you have had with us regarding the cancellation of your policy.
Please email us your vehicle registration and your concerns to Reviews@Vavista.com, we can then locate your policy and assist you further. Thank you.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

WOW WHAT A SCAM OF AN INSURANCE COMPANY…

WOW WHAT A SCAM OF AN INSURANCE COMPANY MY WIFES POLICY IS UP FOR RENEWAL BUT WITH HER HAVING STAGE 4 CANCER SHE DOES NOT WANT TO RENEW HER POLICY SO THE COMPANY TRICKED HER INTO SAYING SHE WANTED TO CANCELLE IT SO NOW THEY ARE TRYING TO CHARGE HER 35 POUNDS WHEN ALL SHE WANTED TO DO WAS NOT RENEW IF SHE DOES NOT RESPONDED BY 7.7.25 THERE GOING TO TRY CHARGE HER 75 POUNDS THE POOR WOMAN IS LAID IN HOSPITAL AS IM WRITING THIS REVIEW WITH SOME SORT OF INFECTION AND HAS BEEN FOR OVER A WEEK SO PLEASE BE ADVISED AVOID THIS COMPANY THEY WONT EVEN ANSWER THE PHONE SO IM THINKING OF TAKING LEGAL ADVICE

23 June 2025
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Reply from Vavista

Hi, thank you for your feedback.
We are sorry to learn of your dissatisfaction. We take customer concerns very seriously and appreciate any feedback
please email us with your vehicle registration and your concerns to Reviews@Vavista.com.
We can then locate your policy and assist you further. Thank you

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Used via a comparison site

Used via a comparison site, wasn’t the cheapest option but for very little extra the covered options were so much better.
Text and email confirmation came through straight away

27 June 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

constant failing direct debit. Funds available.

Absolutely abysmal service. Had a payment plan set up which they failed to collect through Direct Debit. And on frequent requests to have them attempt the direct debit they refused to do so. Causing them to now cancel my insurance. I am assuming this is a scam as they are still requesting the full money... Good thing they have the direct debit in place. They can get their money from there.

1 July 2025
Unprompted review
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Reply from Vavista

Hi, thank you for your feedback.
We are sorry to learn of your dissatisfaction
Please could you email me your vehicle registration and your concersn to to Reviews@Vavista.com, we can then locate your policy and assist you further. Thank you.

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