Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, 100% free. You can compare insurance, energy, internet, mobile, streaming, and more without any cost or obligation. We never charge you anything — our service is funded by affiliate partnerships with providers (at no extra cost to you).

No account required. You can compare plans and see results without signing up.

Never. YouCompare is a comparison platform, not a seller. We never ask for your credit card or bank details. You only provide payment information directly to the provider when you decide to sign up for a service.

We earn affiliate commissions from providers when you switch through our links. This never affects the price you pay — you get the same rates as going direct. Commissions also don’t influence our rankings; we show the best options for your needs regardless of what we earn.

You can compare: Insurance (health, auto, home, life, renters), Energy (electricity, gas, solar), Internet (fiber, cable, DSL, satellite), Mobile (unlimited, family, prepaid), Streaming (video, music, live TV), Telecom (phone, VoIP, bundles), Software (security, productivity), and Legal services.

YouCompare covers the United States. Availability of specific providers depends on where you live, so always check availability on the provider’s site.

Click on your chosen plan to go to the provider’s website, then complete signup directly with them. Most switches can be done online in minutes. Our guides explain the steps, and your new provider handles the rest.

In most cases, no. For utilities (energy, internet, phone), your new provider coordinates the switch to ensure continuous service. There’s typically no gap in coverage when switching insurance either — your new policy starts when the old one ends.

Yes! You can transfer (port) your existing number to any new carrier. Don’t cancel your old plan first — just sign up with the new carrier and provide your account info. The transfer usually completes within hours to 2 days.

It depends on the service. For energy and phone, your new provider usually handles cancellation. For internet and insurance, you may need to cancel yourself. Always confirm with your new provider to avoid overlap charges.

Check your current contract for early termination fees before switching. Our guides explain what to look for. Some new providers offer to pay your termination fees (up to a limit) if you switch to them.

It varies by service: Energy switches typically take 1-2 billing cycles. Internet installation is usually within a week. Mobile number transfers complete in hours to days. Insurance can start immediately or on a chosen date.

You can switch again! Most services don’t have long-term contracts anymore. Come back to YouCompare to compare options and switch to a better provider. Many services also offer money-back guarantees or free cancellation periods.

The switch happens directly with the provider, so they’re the best place to resolve account problems. If something on YouCompare was unclear or wrong, contact us and we’ll fix it.

Savings vary by service and individual circumstances. They depend on your current rates and the options available where you live.

We can’t guarantee specific savings because they depend on your current plan and available alternatives. However, comparing is free and takes just minutes — at worst, you’ll confirm you already have a good deal.

Our guides point out when advertised prices are introductory, and what to check about the price after the promotion ends.

We do our best to show all fees upfront — including setup fees, equipment costs, and regulatory charges. If a service has common hidden fees, we’ll call them out in our guides.

No! You pay the same price as going directly to the provider. Our commission comes from the provider’s marketing budget, not from your pocket.

Not at the moment. If we ever offer an exclusive deal, we’ll label it clearly.