Auto Insurance Comparison

SECURA vs State Auto

Side-by-side comparison of SECURA vs State Auto auto insurance — ratings, cost, coverage, customer experience, pros, cons. No sales pitch, just the research.

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Quick verdict

SECURA edges ahead State Auto in our overall scoring — but each carrier wins on different dimensions. See the breakdown below before deciding.

Head-to-head

Overall scores, key facts, and what each is known for.

 
SECURA
State Auto
Overall score
3.90 /5
Highest overall
3.75 /5
Best for SECURA Insurance is a Wisconsin-based mutual operating across 13 states. State Auto Insurance is now part of Liberty Mutual (acquired 2022) but continues to operate under the State Auto brand through independent agents
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Rating breakdown

How each carrier scores on the dimensions we weight.

Category SECURA State Auto
Customer experience 4.10 3.80
Coverage breadth 3.90 3.90
Affordability 3.70 3.50

Pros and cons, side by side

What each carrier wins on, and where each one falls short.

Pros

  • Mutual structure with policyholder-aligned ownership
  • Available across 13 states — moderate geographic reach
  • Multi-line bundling discounts for home and auto combined
  • Solid customer-satisfaction reputation in operating markets

Cons

  • Limited geographic footprint outside its 13 operating states
  • No online quoting — independent agents only
  • Less brand recognition than national carriers

State Auto

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Pros

  • Now backed by Liberty Mutual financial strength
  • Independent agent distribution with shop-around flexibility
  • Multi-line bundling discounts
  • Solid customer satisfaction in operating states

Cons

  • Geographic concentration in Midwest and Southeast
  • Recent acquisition means brand and service evolution still underway
  • Mid-market pricing, not a budget option

Coverage at a glance

What each carrier offers in standard policies.

SECURA

State Auto

The bottom line

SECURA

SECURA is a fine regional choice in its 13-state footprint, particularly for multi-line bundlers. Outside that footprint, it isn't an option.

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State Auto

State Auto is a fine regional choice in the Midwest and Southeast through an independent agent. The Liberty Mutual acquisition adds financial strength but the long-term brand identity is still settling.

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Before you decide

Rankings are a starting point — your profile decides the rest.

These scores reflect our editorial research across cost, coverage, and customer experience. The right carrier for you still depends on your record, location, and vehicle, so read the full reviews before you commit.