Old Mutual Funeral Cover 2026 Review
SA's largest funeral cover insurer by policy count. EasiPlus Funeral Plan from R39/month for R10,000-R70,000 cover; Funeral Care from R26/month; Standard Funeral from R29; Comprehensive+ from R36. Solid mass-market choice.
2026 product range
- • Funeral Care Plan — from R26/month, entry-level, smaller cover
- • Standard Funeral Plan — from R29/month, max R70,000 cover
- • Comprehensive+ Funeral Plan — from R36/month, max R70,000, broader benefits
- • EasiPlus Funeral Plan — from R39/month, R10,000-R70,000 cover, flagship product
Frequently asked questions
How much does Old Mutual funeral cover cost?+
Entry premiums start from R26/month (Funeral Care Plan) for low cover amounts. EasiPlus Funeral Plan from R39/month provides R10,000-R70,000 cover. Standard Funeral Plan from R29/month, max R70,000 cover. Comprehensive+ from R36/month, max R70,000. For a 35-year-old with R30,000 single-life cover, expect to pay in the R55-R85/month range based on indicative quote-engine outputs.
Is Old Mutual the largest funeral cover insurer in SA?+
Yes, by policy count Old Mutual is consistently the largest SA funeral cover provider. The combination of EasiPlus, Funeral Care, Standard Funeral and Comprehensive+ products covers the full price spectrum. Strong claims-paying reputation backed by SA's largest life insurer by AUM.
What is the Old Mutual EasiPlus Funeral Plan?+
EasiPlus is Old Mutual's flagship funeral product — cover from R10,000 to R70,000, from R39/month, with no medicals (waiting period applies). Family policy option covers principal + spouse + children + extended family. Strong default choice for SA households wanting straightforward funeral cover from a large, secure insurer.
Are there discounts for Old Mutual customers?+
Old Mutual Rewards integrates across the group's products — funeral cover holders may earn discounts and rewards if they hold multiple Old Mutual products (life cover, investments, banking). Verify current 2026 rewards stack at application.
Important
This article is for general information only and is not financial advice. Figures and rules change frequently — always verify with the official source before acting.