Kotak Life e-Term vs HDFC Life Click 2 Protect Life

Kotak Life Insurance Company has settled 100% of its claims within 30 days, and there have been fewer complaints regarding its claims compared to other insurers. The claim settlement ratio of Kotak Life Insurance Company is 98.25%, and their claim amount settlement ratio is 95.53%. Also, the insurer offers an online claims tracking system and a dedicated toll-free number for claims assistance. However, they do not provide home pick-up of claims or a personal relationship manager for claims. Their claim form is also quite lengthy.

HDFC Life Insurance Company has a good track record when it comes to settling claims. They have successfully settled 99.94% of claims in less than 30 days with fewer complaints, compared to other insurers. The insurer boasts of a claim settlement ratio of 99.39%, with a claim amount settlement ratio of 89.38%. They provide online tracking of claims and a dedicated toll-free claims service. However, they do not offer a personal manager for claims and have a moderately long claim form. Also, they do not provide a home pick-up claim service.

Kotak Life Insurance Company offers customer services via their toll-free number and Twitter. Our research found that the response times on Twitter and toll-free services were slow compared to other insurers. This means that you and your family may not receive timely assistance to resolve any issues.

HDFC Life Insurance Company offers customer service through their toll-free number and Twitter, but our research indicates that their toll-free number has a slow response time and their Twitter handle has an average response time, compared to other insurers. Meaning you or your family may face some difficulties in getting your queries addressed.

The Kotak Life e-Term offers a range of customization options giving you more control over the protection you receive. It offers a cover for up to 85 years with Limited Pay options such as 5, 10, and Pay till 60 years. You can pay premiums half-yearly or yearly. Also, the plan provides both one-time lump sum and one-time lump sum plus monthly installments claim payout options. However, it doesn’t provide an increasing cover option. Kotak Life e-Term also offers riders. Riders available with this plan include a Critical Illness Rider, an Accidental Death Benefit Rider, and a Waiver of Premium Rider for Critical Illness and Accidental Disability. These riders can provide extra financial support in the event of specific circumstances.

The HDFC Life Click 2 Protect Life Plan offers various customization options. However, unlike some other plans, it does not provide the option to choose the increasing cover. The HDFC Life Click 2 Protect Life Plan provides a life cover duration up to age 85, with several limited pay options ranging from 5 to (PT-1) years. You can pay premiums on a monthly, half-yearly, yearly basis. The only claim payout option available with this plan is a one-time lump sum payment. Additionally, the HDFC Life Click 2 Protect Life Plan offers riders such as a Comprehensive Critical Illness Rider, an Accidental Death Benefit Rider, and a Waiver of Premium due to Critical Illness Rider.