Budget Direct has been awarded the inaugural title of ‘Insurer of the Year’ in the 2026 Finder Provider of the Year Awards, firmly cementing its position as a leading insurance choice for Australians seeking exceptional value and reliable coverage.
This achievement is complemented by a sweep of category awards with a total of five wins for Budget Direct, the most awards for any provider. These include the overall ‘Insurer of the Year’ title, Pet Insurance – Insurer of the Year, and Car Insurance – Insurer of the Year across New South Wales, South Australia and Western Australia.
The Finder Provider of the Year Awards showcase the providers and brands that offer top-rated products and have the most satisfied customers.
These latest accolades join a collection of 95 Finder Awards won since 2017, including 20 Car Insurance wins, and 49 Customer Satisfaction Awards since 2022.
“The awards are even more proof that Budget Direct is upholding its promise to customers to provide exceptional cover at a competitive price, having paid out more than $1.5 billion on claims in the past twelve months,” Budget Direct’s chief growth officer Jonathan Kerr said.
“Winning the inaugural ‘Insurer of the Year’ is a powerful testament to our unwavering commitment to providing Australians with exceptional value without compromising on quality”.
“In a landscape where household budgets are under increasing pressure, consumers are actively seeking the best value for their essential services. This award from Finder, a trusted voice in consumer comparison, validates our core mission: to deliver consistently low premiums backed by robust coverage and reliable service,” Kerr added.
“Taking home five wins – the most of any brand this year – proves Budget Direct is a powerhouse in the Australian market,” Finder’s head of consumer research Graham Cooke said.
“We are particularly thrilled to crown them our inaugural ‘Insurer of the Year’ award. This new flagship award is designed to identify the best of the best by combining our extensive set of product data with our customer satisfaction survey of 60,000 Aussies”.
“With insurance prices increasing in most categories, Australians should look for the best deal for themselves. Budget Direct’s 2026 sweep makes them a great brand to consider,” Cooke added.
