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Pet Insurance Reviews

In-depth, independent reviews of every major pet insurance carrier. Written by a licensed insurance professional, not a marketing team.

#1

Healthy Paws Pet Insurance

Best Overall
4.5/5 — Excellent

Best for pet owners who want unlimited coverage backed by a top-rated underwriter. The lack of payout caps means you will never face a coverage ceiling during a catastrophic illness — a critical advantage that most competitors cannot match.

$25–$90/mo|Unlimited limit|$100, $250, $500, $750 deductible|A+ (Superior) AM Best
Truly unlimited lifetime payouts — no per-incident, annual, or lifetime capsBacked by Chubb, an A+ rated global insurer with $200B+ in assets
#2

Lemonade Pet Insurance

4.2/5 — Very Good

Best for tech-savvy pet owners who want fast, affordable coverage with optional wellness add-ons. Lemonade's AI-driven claims process is impressively fast, but the annual coverage caps mean it may fall short for pets with chronic or catastrophic conditions.

$15–$75/mo|$5,000–$100,000 annual limit|$100, $250, $500 deductible|A (Excellent) AM Best
Industry-leading 2-day accident waiting periodAI-powered claims — some paid in seconds
#3

Embrace Pet Insurance

4.3/5 — Very Good

Best for pet owners who want comprehensive coverage with wellness options and a unique diminishing deductible feature. Embrace rewards healthy years by reducing your deductible by $50 each claim-free year — a genuinely innovative approach.

$20–$80/mo|$5,000–$30,000 annual (with diminishing deductible) limit|$200, $300, $500, $750, $1,000 deductible|A+ (Superior) AM Best
Unique diminishing deductible ($50 reduction per claim-free year)Optional Wellness Rewards program for routine care
#4

Trupanion Pet Insurance

4.4/5 — Excellent

Best for pet owners who want to eliminate out-of-pocket costs at the vet. Trupanion's direct-pay system means you may never see a large vet bill — the carrier pays the hospital directly. The per-condition lifetime deductible is also uniquely favorable for chronic conditions.

$30–$120/mo|Unlimited (per-condition after deductible) limit|$0–$1,000 (per-condition lifetime) deductible|A (Excellent) AM Best
Direct vet pay at 1,000+ hospitals — no upfront costsPer-condition lifetime deductible (pay once per condition, ever)
#5

Spot Pet Insurance

4.1/5 — Very Good

Best for budget-conscious pet owners who want maximum customization. Spot offers the widest range of deductible, reimbursement, and coverage limit options, letting you build a plan that fits your exact budget and risk tolerance.

$15–$70/mo|$2,500–Unlimited annual limit|$100, $250, $500, $750, $1,000 deductible|A (Excellent) AM Best
Highly customizable plans (widest range of options)Optional unlimited coverage available
#6

Nationwide Pet Insurance

3.8/5 — Good

Best for exotic pet owners and those who want the backing of a Fortune 100 insurer. Nationwide is the only major carrier that covers birds, reptiles, and exotic pets — a unique advantage. However, the Whole Pet plan's $10K annual cap and slower claims processing are notable drawbacks.

$35–$100/mo|$10,000 annual (Whole Pet) / Schedule of Benefits limit|$250 deductible|A+ (Superior) AM Best
Only major carrier covering exotic pets (birds, reptiles, etc.)Backed by Nationwide, a Fortune 100 company with A+ rating
#7

ASPCA Pet Health Insurance

3.9/5 — Good

A solid mid-tier option with strong brand recognition and competitive pricing. The ASPCA name carries trust, though the insurance is actually administered by Crum & Forster (not the ASPCA itself). Good coverage options with an unlimited tier available, but the 14-day waiting periods and mid-range claims speed keep it behind the top carriers.

$20–$75/mo|$5,000–Unlimited annual limit|$100, $250, $500 deductible|A (Excellent) AM Best
Trusted ASPCA brand nameUnlimited coverage option available
#8

Pets Best Insurance

4/5 — Very Good

Founded by a veterinarian, Pets Best offers one of the best value propositions in pet insurance with low premiums, a 3-day accident waiting period, and an unlimited coverage option. The $50 deductible option is the lowest in the industry. A strong choice for value-conscious pet owners who want solid coverage without premium prices.

$18–$65/mo|$5,000–Unlimited annual limit|$50, $100, $200, $250, $500 deductible|A- (Excellent) AM Best
Founded by a veterinarian (Dr. Jack Stephens)Industry-lowest $50 deductible option
#9

Figo Pet Insurance

3.9/5 — Good

Figo stands out with its 100% reimbursement option and 1-day accident waiting period — both industry-leading features. The Pet Cloud app is one of the best in the industry for managing policies and claims. A strong tech-forward option, though the lack of wellness coverage and relatively new track record are considerations.

$20–$80/mo|$5,000–Unlimited annual limit|$100, $250, $500, $750, $1,500 deductible|A- (Excellent) AM Best
100% reimbursement option (rare in the industry)1-day accident waiting period (shortest available)
#10

MetLife Pet Insurance

4.2/5 — Very Good

Best for pet owners who want a Fortune 100 insurer with no accident waiting period and a family-plan structure that bundles up to three pets under a shared deductible. The granular deductible/limit choices and diminishing-deductible-style annual reductions are genuine value, but the lower-tier $5,000 caps and 5% multi-pet discount are notable trade-offs.

$15–$80/mo|$500–$25,000 annual (unlimited available on request) limit|$0–$2,500 (in $50 increments up to $750, then $1,000–$2,500) deductible|A+ (Superior) AM Best
No accident waiting period — coverage starts at midnight on day oneFamily Plan covers up to 3 pets under one shared deductible
#11

Pumpkin Pet Insurance

4.1/5 — Very Good

Best for owners of senior pets and those who want a single, simplified plan structure with no orthopedic waiting period — especially valuable for breeds prone to cruciate or hip issues. The 80%/90% reimbursement floor and lack of a 70% tier mean you cannot trade coverage for a cheaper premium.

$20–$95/mo|$7,000–Unlimited annual (varies by species) limit|$100, $250, $500, $1,000 deductible|A+ (Superior) AM Best
No separate orthopedic waiting period — cruciate and hip dysplasia covered after the standard 14-day waitNo upper age limit for enrollment (rare among major carriers)
#12

Prudent Pet Insurance

4/5 — Very Good

Best for pet owners who want fast claims and a granular three-tier plan structure that lets you scale from accident-only protection up to truly unlimited coverage. The 30-day money-back guarantee makes it one of the easier carriers to try without commitment.

$15–$60/mo|$2,500, $10,000, or Unlimited (Ultimate plan) limit|$100, $250, $500, $1,000 deductible|A+ (Superior) AM Best
Three distinct plan tiers — Accident-Only, Essential, and Ultimate — for granular price pointsFast claims processing (75% paid within 24 hours of approval)