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Head-to-Head Comparison
Updated March 2026

Petgevity vs Waggel
Which Pet Insurance Is Better?

Petgevity offers higher vet fee limits

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Petgevity

3.6 /5

Petgevity offers lifetime pet insurance with cover for pre-existing conditions on its Lifetime Plus policy, one of very few UK providers to do so. Cover is available for dogs and cats with no upper age limit on Lifetime Plus policies.

Lifetime
Price from £10/mo
Max vet fees £15,000
Trustpilot 3.8/5

Waggel

4.2 /5

Waggel is a B-Corp certified pet insurer offering lifetime-only policies with a modern, app-first experience. Popular with younger pet owners, Waggel includes membership perks like free 24/7 online vet consultations and rewards for healthy pet behaviour.

Lifetime
Price from £8/mo
Max vet fees £10,000
Trustpilot 4.5/5

Price & Cover Comparison

Metric Petgevity Waggel
Editor Rating 3.6/5 4.2/5
Dog Price From £15.00/mo £15.00/mo
Cat Price From £10.00/mo £8.00/mo
Max Vet Fee Limit £15,000 £10,000
Excess From £95 £69
Trustpilot Score 3.8/5 4.5/5
Waiting Period 14 days 14 days

Green tick indicates the better value in each category. Prices are indicative and may vary.

Feature Comparison

Feature Petgevity Waggel
Dental Cover
Hereditary Conditions
Behavioural Therapy
Pre-existing Conditions
Travel Abroad
Multi-pet Discount
Online Claims
Direct Vet Payment
Mobile App

Pros & Cons

Petgevity

Pros

  • Pre-existing condition cover on Lifetime Plus, rare in the UK market
  • No upper age limit on Lifetime Plus policies
  • Vet fee cover up to £15,000 per year, resetting on renewal
  • One policy can cover up to eight pets
  • FirstVet 24/7 video consultations available as add-on

Cons

  • Premiums tend to be higher to reflect cover for older pets and pre-existing conditions
  • Some useful features (dental illness, travel, missing pet) are paid add-ons rather than standard
  • Trustpilot score and review volume modest for a UK insurer
  • No Defaqto rating yet

Waggel

Pros

  • B-Corp certified — ethical and purpose-driven company
  • Free 24/7 online vet consultations included with every policy
  • Clean, modern app with quick claims processing
  • Lifetime-only policies — no confusing tier choices

Cons

  • Higher starting price than budget competitors
  • No accident-only or time-limited options for those on a tight budget
  • Maximum vet fee cover of £10,000 is lower than some rivals
  • No travel/abroad cover included

Editor's Verdict

Waggel earns a higher editor rating (4.2 vs 3.6), reflecting stronger overall value. Petgevity provides higher maximum vet fee cover (up to £15,000), which may suit owners who want comprehensive protection. On price, Waggel starts from just £8/month, making it the more budget-friendly option. We recommend getting quotes from both to see which offers better value for your pet's specific needs.

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