Overall verdict
Progressive wins 5–4 categories
Progressive leads on more rate factors. Allstate may still win for specific profiles — see the table below.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | Progressive | Allstate | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avg annual rate | ~$1,598/yr | ~$1,836/yr | ✓ Progressive |
| NAIC complaint ratiolower = fewer complaints vs. industry avg | 0.71 — good | 1.1 — below average | ✓ Progressive |
| Credit: excellentrate change for excellent credit | -11% | -13% | ✓ Allstate |
| Credit: fair / poorrate change for fair credit | +25% | +30% | ✓ Progressive |
| Young drivers · 18–24surcharge vs 35–54 baseline | +4% | +18% | ✓ Progressive |
| Drivers 55+discount vs 35–54 baseline | -4% | -8% | ✓ Allstate |
| Homeowner discount | -3% | -10% | ✓ Allstate |
| Multi-policy discount | -4% | -8% | ✓ Allstate |
| Lapsed coverage penaltysurcharge for coverage gap | +5% | +16% | ✓ Progressive |
| How to buy | Online + agent | Online + agent | — |
| Telematics program | Snapshot | Drivewise | — |
Who wins by driver profile
Good credit · clean record
Progressive
saves ~$175/yr
Fair / poor credit
Progressive
saves ~$390/yr
Young driver · 18–24
Progressive
saves ~$406/yr
Drivers 55+
Progressive
saves ~$105/yr
Homeowner bundle
Allstate
saves ~$1/yr
About Progressive
Accepts the widest driver profile range. Minimal age sensitivity makes it the top pick for under-25 drivers. In this comparison, Progressive has the advantage on avg rate, complaints, fair-credit rate. Best for: High-risk drivers, SR-22, and young drivers.
About Allstate
Among the pricier majors, but accident forgiveness rewards loyal customers. Drivewise can offset base rates for safe drivers. In this comparison, Allstate has the advantage on excellent-credit rate, 55+ rate, homeowner discount. Best for: Accident forgiveness programs.
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