Root: Better car insurance
Root: Better car insurance
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Root: Better car insurance

Finally, a policy that respects your driving. Root hands you the power to earn rates based on your actual road performance, not archaic actuarial tables.

Key Figures

Downloads

5M+

User Rating

4.7/5

Total Ratings

72.6K

Publisher

Root, Inc.

Category

Finance

Locales

1

Latest Version

347.0.0

Size

158.9 MB

First Released

Aug 5, 2015
Features

Evaluating the app's core functionalities for tech-savvy, value-conscious drivers.

Analysis of Root: Better Car Insurance - Key Features

Personalized Driving-Based Rates

It allows users to earn discounted premiums by demonstrating safe driving habits, appealing to value-conscious drivers confident in their skills.

Full Mobile Policy Management

The app provides a central platform for users to manage all aspects of their car insurance, including policy details, payments, and document access, conveniently through their smartphone.

In-App Claims Filing

It enables users to file claims quickly and easily directly through the app, significantly reducing stress and waiting times after an incident.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Root: Better car insurance

What is Root car insurance?

Root is a car insurance provider that uses technology to offer personalized rates based primarily on your driving behavior. It aims to make car insurance easy, fast, and affordable for good drivers.

How does Root determine car insurance rates?

Root determines car insurance rates primarily based on how you drive. The Root app uses smart technology to assess your driving behavior, enabling safer drivers to receive discounts and save money.

Can I file an insurance claim through the Root app?

Yes, you can file an insurance claim directly through the Root app. The process is simple, allowing you to report an incident in just a few minutes to initiate the claim resolution.

The following screenshots and description are sourced directly from the app's official store listing and are the property of the app developer.

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Screenshots

Root: Better car insurance - Users can see their personalized savings amount like the "$85 per term" display and review detailed driving metrics such as "150 Total miles" and "248 Total mins" that contributed to their discount.

Users can see their personalized savings amount like the "$85 per term" display and review detailed driving metrics such as "150 Total miles" and "248 Total mins" that contributed to their discount.

Driving Savings Dashboard

Root: Better car insurance - This tool provides a clear overview of the policy, displaying details like the policy holder's name and number, alongside a prominent "View insurance card" button and a dedicated section to "Find some discounts".

This tool provides a clear overview of the policy, displaying details like the policy holder's name and number, alongside a prominent "View insurance card" button and a dedicated section to "Find some discounts".

Policy Overview

Root: Better car insurance - The app presents various coverage tiers, such as "Root Premier" and "Root Base" with their respective monthly prices, and allows users to "Create your own" customized plan.

The app presents various coverage tiers, such as "Root Premier" and "Root Base" with their respective monthly prices, and allows users to "Create your own" customized plan.

Coverage Options

Root: Better car insurance - This tool streamlines the claims process with a direct "File a Claim" option and provides immediate support resources like an "After an accident" guide and "Roadside assistance" access.

This tool streamlines the claims process with a direct "File a Claim" option and provides immediate support resources like an "After an accident" guide and "Roadside assistance" access.

Easy Claims & Support

Root: Better car insurance - The app offers a clear referral program with explicit bonus details like "$10 for you, $10 for your friend" and includes a "Share link" button along with a "Bonus earnings" progress tracker.

The app offers a clear referral program with explicit bonus details like "$10 for you, $10 for your friend" and includes a "Share link" button along with a "Bonus earnings" progress tracker.

Referral Rewards

Root: Better car insurance - Users are greeted with a clear "Welcome" message and the "Root. For good drivers." tagline, with prominent "Sign in" and "Create account" buttons for immediate access.

Users are greeted with a clear "Welcome" message and the "Root. For good drivers." tagline, with prominent "Sign in" and "Create account" buttons for immediate access.

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Description

Root is the car insurance for good drivers like you. Unlike other insurers, Root uses powerful tech to make car insurance easy, fast, and affordable. How do we do it? Our app is so smart, it actually gives you discounts based on how you drive. That means the safer you are, the more you can save. With smarter tech, better rates, fast claims, customizable coverage, and everything in an app, Root is the insurance good drivers deserve. See how much you could save with auto insurance that’s smarter, faster, simpler, and better—download the Root app today. Learn more at: https://www.root.com ------------------------------------------------------------- Why choose Root car insurance? • Over 1.5 million drivers already have Root. • Rated “Excellent” on Trustpilot • Carvana Trusted Partner • Featured in Forbes, TechCrunch, Wired, The Washington Post, and Fortune Magazine Everything you get with Root • Earn the price you deserve based mostly on how you drive • Manage everything all in an app • Personalize your coverage • File a claim in minutes • Get 24/7 Roadside Assistance ------------------------------------------------------------- Root renters insurance: If you rent your house, condo, or apartment, you can get renters insurance starting at just $6/month. It covers your stuff when it's in your home and when it’s not (like your suitcase in a hotel), damage to your stuff from smoke or fire, a place to stay if your home is too damaged to live in, and even medical expenses if someone gets hurt in your home. And, it’s surprisingly cheap. Bundle with auto and have everything you need right in the app. ------------------------------------------------------------- Root Home Insurance: Get personalized protection for you, your home, and your belongings with Root Home. Your Root Home policy allows you to customize your homeowners coverage to best fit your needs, with easy payment setup and 24/7 customer service. Save on your homeowners insurance when you bundle with auto—it’s simple and convenient to bundle right in the Root app. ----------------------------------------------------------- Disclaimer for quotes: WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO REFUSE TO QUOTE ANY INDIVIDUAL A PREMIUM RATE FOR THE INSURANCE ADVERTISED HEREIN. Disclaimer for savings: Based on savings reported by actual customers who purchased a new Root policy between October 2019 - July 2020; changes in coverage levels not evaluated. Disclaimer for savings, NE and CO customers only: Savings compared to Root rate without completion of test drive. Actual savings vary by channel of sale, test drive score, and rating factors. Disclaimer for coverage: Coverage is available in the event of a covered loss. Exclusions may apply. Not available in all states. By submitting a review for Root Insurance to the app store, you are granting Root the right to utilize, publish, and distribute, without limitation, for advertising, marketing, or commercial purposes, without any payment to or further authorization by you. Copyright ROOT 2022. ROOT is a registered servicemark of Root Insurance Company, Columbus, OH. Telematics is not used and resulting represented savings are not applicable in California. Referral program also not applicable in California. Visit joinroot.com/califaq for more information. Roadside Assistance purchased as separate coverage in CA.

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This page is not an official page of the app or its developer, but an independent editorial publication created for informational and commentary purposes. Unless expressly stated otherwise, neither the app nor its developer is affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, authorized by, or otherwise officially connected with MWM, Apple, Google Play, the app publisher, or the app's developer, and nothing on this page implies that the app was developed using MWM's services. Any trademarks, logos, screenshots, and other content remain the property of their respective owners.