McKayla Girardin, Car Insurance Writer
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Travelers roadside assistance is not as good as AAA because it offers less coverage. Travelers roadside assistance has two plans and costs about $10 to $30+ per year according to customer service reps, while AAA has three membership levels with prices ranging from $65 - $125 per year, depending on your state and chosen plan.
Travelers Roadside Assistance vs. AAA Roadside Assistance
| Companies | Travelers | |
| Annual Cost | Around $10 to $30+ per year according to customer service reps | $65 - $125 per year |
| Towing Limits | 15 to 100 miles | 3 to 200 miles |
| Locksmith Services | Included | Covers $50 to $100 of professional locksmith services |
| Winching | Included | 1-2 hours of labor |
| Tire Change, Jump-Start, Fuel Delivery | Included | Included |
| Battery Charge for Electric Vehicles | Not Offered | One 15-minute quick charge |
| State Availability | 49 (not available in Alaska) | 50 and DC |
| Multiple Plan Levels | Standard and Premium | Classic, Plus, and Premier |
| Motorcycle Coverage | Not Offered | Yes |
| RV Coverage | Not Offered | Yes for Plus and Premier |
| Boats and Trailers Coverage | Not Offered | Yes for Plus and Premier |
| Bicycle Coverage | Not Offered | Yes |
| Trip Interruption Insurance Included | Yes | Yes |
At the end of the day, Travelers roadside assistance doesn’t offer as much coverage as AAA, so choosing a roadside assistance plan from AAA would be a better choice.
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Yes, Travelers has free towing for customers with their roadside assistance coverage. Travelers roadside assistance, generally costs $10-$30 per year, according to customer service representatives, and includes free towing up to 15 miles for subscribers of the basic plan. Travelers customers can request roadside assistance online, or they can call 1-800-252-4633.
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