Canara HSBC iSelect Smart360 vs LIC New Tech Term

Canara HSBC OBC Company has settled 100% of their claims in less than 30 days. It is estimated that Canara HSBC OBC Company’s claim settlement ratio is 99.01%, while their claim amount settlement ratio is 96.42%. Additionally, they have an online tracking system for claims, a personal relationship manager for claims, a dedicated toll-free claims service, and a short claim form. On the flip side, they don't offer home pick-up of claims. And, they also have a higher number of claim-related complaints compared to other insurers.

Life Insurance Corporation of India boast an impressive 97.95% claims settlement rate within 30 days, with fewer claim complaints compared to other insurers. Life Insurance Corporation of India’s claim settlement ratio stands at 98.52%, and their claim amount settlement ratio is 96.02%. Additionally, their claim application process is streamlined with a short claim form. However, they do not provide a dedicated personal relationship manager for claims, a home pick-up service for claims documents, and toll-free support for claim-related inquiries. Furthermore, there is no online claim tracking facility available.

Customers can reach Canara HSBC OBC Company via their toll-free telephone number and Twitter. Based on our research, we found that their Twitter response rate and toll-free service was average, compared to other insurers. This means you or your family are unlikely to get a quick response if you raise any questions or concerns on Twitter.

Life Insurance Corporation of India provides customer service via their toll-free number and Twitter. According to our research, their Twitter response rate was slow, while their toll-free service was quick, compared to other insurers. If you or your family have any questions or concerns, call their toll-free number to receive a prompt response.

A variety of customization options are available with Canara HSBC iSelect Smart 360 Plan. It offers you an increasing cover option in which your coverage by 5% every year until your base policy cover doubles. It is important to note that coverage increases from the second year onwards. Canara HSBC iSelect Smart 360 Plan offers a life cover up to the age of 99 with several limited payment options for 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, pay till 60 years with premiums payable on a monthly, quarterly, half-yearly, or annual basis. Claim payout options include a one-time lump sum option, monthly instalment option, and a combination of both. Canara HSBC iSelect Smart 360 Plan offers a Critical Illness Rider, Waiver of Premium Rider for Critical Illness Rider, Waiver of Premium for Accidental Disability Rider, and an Accidental Death Benefit Rider.

LIC New Tech Term provides a range of flexible customization options. One of the notable features is the Increasing Cover option, which gradually raises your coverage by 10% each year until it becomes double the base policy cover. This increase in coverage starts from the 6th year of the policy. The LIC New Tech Term policy offers a life cover up to the duration of 70 years with various limited payment options - (Policy term - 5) and (Policy term - 10). And, the premiums are payable either half-yearly or annually. When it comes to payout options, you can choose between a lump sum payment and monthly instalments. LIC New Tech Term provides only one rider - Accidental Death Benefit Rider. You can include this rider to your base policy to enhance its coverage.