Alternatives to Nexus Protect?

[anon(5506951)]

I'm planning on repurchasing the 6P through Google, and was wondering if there are better alternatives to Nexus Protect, with a lower deductible, upfront cost, or better protection?

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[joediver]

Buy with Amex and get extra year of warranty

 

[osubeavs728]

A lot of people seem to recommend square trade. I wish I would have asked Verizon if my asurion coverage would have transferred. That way I would have been protected from loss and theft. That's the only thing I am worried about with nexus protect.

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[PaulQ]

Buy with Amex and get extra year of warranty

I don't think you get the damage protection with credit card warranty doubling. Just extends the product warranty which covers malfunctions.

I went with Nexus protect. I think it's a very good deal. Plus you are going to deal direct with Google and seemingly get great turnaround time.

 

[anon(8662820)]

I don't think you get the damage protection with credit card warranty doubling. Just extends the product warranty which covers malfunctions.

I went with Nexus protect. I think it's a very good deal. Plus you are going to deal direct with Google and seemingly get great turnaround time.

I read that you have to call asurion after the first year.

 

[PaulQ]

I read that you have to call asurion after the first year.

For Nexus Protect? or credit card?

 

[getbretweir]

If you use a Wells Fargo credit card to make monthly payments to your provider you get coverage for 2 years, $600 max per year with $25 deductible .... plus it's 0% for 15 months. Read the small print though, IDK all the details.

 

[getbretweir]

what are you doing with your current 6p? Also one thing to consider is though expensive, Nexus Protect gets you a phone next day. If you don't have a backup device that might be something to consider.

 

[anon(8662820)]

For Nexus Protect? or credit card?

Nexus Protect I believe.. I could be very wrong.

 

[jims52]

A lot of people seem to recommend square trade. I wish I would have asked Verizon if my asurion coverage would have transferred. That way I would have been protected from loss and theft. That's the only thing I am worried about with nexus protect.

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I went with Nexus Protect after speaking with the folks at Asurion. I was told by Asurion that if my 6P needed to be replaced that I would receive a "comparable" phone, since Verizon does not carry or sell the Nexus 6P.
I also called my CC (Discover) and was told that I have an automatic 1 year extended manufacturers defect warranty, but only a 90 day damage warranty.
Glad I called both companies. For me, the Nexus Protect is well worth the price just for the accidental coverage.

 

[getbretweir]

I went with Nexus Protect after speaking with the folks at Asurion. I was told by Asurion that if my 6P needed to be replaced that I would receive a "comparable" phone, since Verizon does not carry or sell the Nexus 6P.
I also called my CC (Discover) and was told that I have an automatic 1 year extended manufacturers defect warranty, but only a 90 day damage warranty.
Glad I called both companies. For me, the Nexus Protect is well worth the price just for the accidental coverage.

totally agree ... I like having a Google phone insured straight from the source. Even if there was a comparable plan that saved me $20-$30 I'd still gladly pay the small premium just for the peace of mind.

 

[mogelijk]

If you use Project Fi for your phone service, they are developing their own alternative. It sounds as if it will be a small monthly charge instead of an upfront payment, though still no word on when it will be available. Allegedly, Project Fi users can get their damaged phone fixed/replaced for $100, at least until the Fi plan becomes available.

 

[anon(5506951)]

Got refunded from Huawei and placed my order with Google, with Nexus Protect. Estimated delivery December 8-10.

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[osubeavs728]

I went with Nexus Protect after speaking with the folks at Asurion. I was told by Asurion that if my 6P needed to be replaced that I would receive a "comparable" phone, since Verizon does not carry or sell the Nexus 6P.
I also called my CC (Discover) and was told that I have an automatic 1 year extended manufacturers defect warranty, but only a 90 day damage warranty.
Glad I called both companies. For me, the Nexus Protect is well worth the price just for the accidental coverage.

Ah, thanks for the info. Guess it was a good thing I added NP on there when I ordered then. I also paid with discover so good to know about the extra defect coverage.

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[booboolala2000]

Got refunded from Huawei and placed my order with Google, with Nexus Protect. Estimated delivery December 8-10.

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Did the same, but my cancellation didn't go through in time. My Huawei 6p is showing up tomorrow, Google 6p Friday. Lol.

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[zipro]

Add the phone to your home insurance?

 

[getbretweir]

Add the phone to your home insurance?

most home/renter's insurance policies require a $500 deductible.

 

[zipro]

most home/renter's insurance policies require a $500 deductible.

I'd have to add that I don't live in the US. I was able to add general hazard protection for all home electronics to mine and I have a 100$ (well, 100 CHF) deductible on mine, so that's not too bad. Other phone insurances I can get here also have a deductible reaching anywhere from 75 to 150$

 

[osubeavs728]

most home/renter's insurance policies require a $500 deductible.

A lot of companies now have specific coverages you can add to your home owners /renters that cover electronics. When I sold for liberty mutual last year it covered Internet connected devices from all perils and only had like a $100 deductible.

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[getbretweir]

A lot of companies now have specific coverages you can add to your home owners /renters that cover electronics. When I sold for liberty mutual last year it covered Internet connected devices from all perils and only had like a $100 deductible.

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interesting ... I'm gonna look into that cause I'm pretty sure I have LM. Thx for the tip!