Pru UK Reviews 3,682

TrustScore 4 out of 5

4.1

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Review summary

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Evaluating 589 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Many customers found the staff to be very efficient, helpful, and clear in their communication, making processes straightforward and easy to understand. People often highlighted the excellent service, noting that interactions were handled with courtesy and respect, and that information provided was clear and reassuring. The overall process for accessing funds or managing policies was frequently described as simple and quick, with payments often arriving promptly within the agreed timeframe. However, some reviewers experienced significant delays and difficulties, particularly with pension transfers and withdrawals, citing long waiting times and repeated requests for the same information. A few customers also expressed dissatisfaction with the response times and communication, feeling that their issues were not adequately addressed or that payments were delayed. Some people also felt that the company's processes were overly demanding or complicated, leading to frustration and stress.

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Customer service

Customers consistently note ambiguous experiences with customer service, with many reviewers praising helpful... See more

Service

Users describe ambiguous interactions with service, with some reporting helpful and efficient experiences,... See more

Staff

Reviewers mention positive feedback about staff, with many finding them helpful, patient, and knowledgeable.... See more

Response time

People report ambiguous experiences with response times, with many expressing frustration over long waits and... See more

Payment

Reviewers highlight ambiguous aspects of payment, with many experiencing significant delays and difficulties... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

A bit lengthy and involved but I was pleased to be able to complete the process via a promised telephone call from Prudential (rather than having to complete a form). Your agents were very efficient... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The company at present is doing well . It is my experience from many years ago which was poor in that they did not fully explain the tax implications of these policies on withdrawl

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Had a non urgent request so opted for call back one week after initial contact which I did not receive. Surprisingly after I called again in addition to sorting the problem they elevated the missed ca... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Maturation of small pension policy.Clear choices made available regarding options available. Payment of policy made within agreed time scale.Whole process made simple.

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Company details

  1. Pension Office
  2. Insurance Company

Written by the company

We’re a leading savings and investments business, caring for customers for over 170 years. Ever since we were founded as a loans and life assurance company in 1848, we’ve sought to bring wealth within reach of as many people as possible by helping them access our products. Today we’re part of M&G plc, a family of brands all aligned behind the same ambition: to manage our customers’ savings and investments so that they can live the life they want, while aiming to make the world a little better along the way.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Retirement Pension

Having reached retirement age. I found the information provided by Pru made understanding my pension options quite clear. Pru customer assistants were very helpful. The whole process was quite quick.

1 March 2026
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Reply from Pru UK

Hi Rob, thank you for taking the time to add your review.

We're happy to hear the information we provided helped to clarify your pension options, and that your overall experience was positive.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Payment?

Payment? Vague about when i will get my money.

9 February 2026
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Reply from Pru UK

Hi Dave, thank you for your feedback and we are sorry for any vagueness in relation to you receiving your funds. If you are still waiting for these funds to arrive, please email us at social@prudential.co.uk with your plan number and we will follow this up with our teams. Many thanks

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Poor communication and continual delays

Too much time taken to deal with matters following the death of my relative.
Poor communication which meant I had to regularly call to chase matters. Conflicting information given each time I called.
Delays sending out paperwork and delays in proccessing times meant matter has taken months to resolve and is still unresolved. Feels like they are delaying on purpose to avoid making payments. Disapointing as there is enought to deal with when your person dies. Pru need to be more mindful of this.

3 March 2026
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Reply from Pru UK

Hi Clare, we are sorry to hear about the difficulties you have experienced following your relative's death. We understand the importance of supporting you and we would like the opportunity to help.

To allow us to follow up on your experience with our customer service teams, please could you email us at social@prudential.co.uk with some further details, including your preferred way we can get in touch. Many thanks

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

By a long shot the worst company I have…

By a long shot the worst company I have ever had the displeasure to have any dealings with. Backward doesn't begin to describe them. I've been trying for weeks to get a small pension fund withdrawn and I'm going around in circles. Inept communication and that's when they answer the phone or emails which for emails takes about 1 week if your lucky, phone communication means at least a 45 minutes wait at best.
In terms of investment they're useless, better off just having the funds under your bed mattress.

Why the FCA hasn't closed them down beggars belief.

Starting to think they're just a huge criminal scam and I will never get my funds.

27 February 2026
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Reply from Pru UK

Hi James, we're concerned to hear about your experience and the poor impression this has given you.

We'd like to help by following up on your requirements, and to allow us to do so, please email our team at social@prudential.co.uk. We'd need your plan number, and your preferred contact details.

Alternatively, please could you forward one of your previous emails to us. Many thanks

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very satisfied with customer service I received

The customer service lady I spoke to was very helpful and talked me through the process of making the withdrawal of money.

13 January 2026
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Reply from Pru UK

Hi Sheila, thank you for taking the time to leave your review, and we're happy to hear we were able to help guide you through the withdrawal process.

Should you need anything else, please do not hesitate to get in touch. Many thanks

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Online portal convenience

Using the online portal to have my request processed was very simple and a very efficient way to do it avoiding post etc. The agents I dealt with were very helpful and clear in their messaging. Overall a very positive experience.

18 February 2026
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Reply from Pru UK

Hi Stuart, we're delighted to hear that you had a positive experience with our online service, and that replies to your messages were helpful and clear.

We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback, and if there's anything more we can support you with, please get in touch again. Many thanks

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great customer service

Easy once the first contact was made adviser made an appointment that suited me and he had all the answers too my many and varied questions left me feeling confident that I was doing the right thing

10 December 2025

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