What phone insurance packages do Barclays offer?
Tech Pack and Tech Pack Lite are available if you have a current account with Barclays. The main difference between these two policies is the amount of devices that you can cover. Tech Pack covers up to 4 mobile phones and an unlimited number of gadgets. Whereas with Tech Park Lite you can only cover up to 2 devices (any combination of phone and gadget).
Is Barclays Tech Pack worth it?
If you already have an account with Barclays and you would like to use the insurance that is offered, you can add it as part of your package by registering the device(s) that you would like to insure on the account. However, check what other benefits are included in the packaged account and consider whether you are going to use those other benefits, as they would also be included in the overall fee you would be paying for the account maintenance.
How much does Barclays Tech Pack cost?
You can purchase the Tech Pack cover from £14.50. The policy can cover up to four mobile phones and unlimited gadgets, each purchased for £1500 or less. Some accounts offer you a discount or a refund on a proportion of the fee if you pay in a set amount each month, but this varies between suppliers.
How does Barclays Tech Pack compare with Insurance2go?
We have highlighted some of the benefits of both insurance policies on the table below. Hopefully this comparison allows you to judge which one is best for you:
Barclays Tech Pack
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Insurance2go
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What can I claim for? |
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Unlimited claims on all cover levels |
When can I cancel? | Cancel anytime | Cancel anytime |
What type of devices can I insure? | You can register up to 4 phones and an unlimited number of gadgets, purchased for more than £1500. | All devices can be covered regardless of the purchase cost, under 36 months old. (If a device is not listed on the quote engine, you can contact us and we can add it for you). |
Does the policy cover for unauthorised usage? | No cover for unauthorised usage | Cover for unauthorised usage up to £1000 |
How old can my device be? | All gadgets, excluding phones, need to be less than 5 years old to be eligible for claiming. | All gadgets, including phones, need to be less than 3 years old to be eligible for cover. Unlimited claims regardless of the gadgets' age. |
Information correct at the time of publishing - April 2022.
As ever with insurance, there will be an excess payment required should you ever make a claim on your policy. This amount will vary, but it's an important consideration when selecting a policy to buy.
What type of phone insurance do you need?
Choosing the right type of mobile phone insurance is straightforward. You will usually have a choice of plans with different cover levels which provide varying degrees of protection for your phone.
Mobile insurance policies which provide the highest levels of cover will cost the most, but it’s important that you choose a level of protection that suits you.
You can compare our phone insurance plans in the table below:
Insure Your Phone With Insurance2Go
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Instant cover
Whether you buy a monthly or annual policy you’re covered from the moment you buy
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Any make, any model up to 36 months old
We insure any phone bought new or refurbished from a UK registered company.
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Unlimited claims
Accidents happen, so that's why there's no limit to how many claims you can make
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93% of claims accepted
You won't have to bend over backwards to prove your claim. In 2021, we approved 93%
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Here since 2007
We were one of the first businesses to provide specialist insurance for mobiles and gadgets
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In-house service from start to finish
Enjoy our seamless service from UK-based support and repair teams