Insurance: Esure or First Alternative

[Mefster]

Just bought a new car and need to sort out insurance.

36 year old male with 7 years NCB and 3 points, insuring a Cooper S Convertible.

Esure and First Alternative were the best quotes at £345, Aviva, who insure our other car, we're closer to £400.

I've never been insured with either of these companies- I understand they're both part of the same company. I'm aware that opting for the cheapest quote can often prove expensive in the long run. Does anyone have any experience with either of these (hidden costs, hassles with claims etc)? Are Aviva any better or worse?

Edited by Mefster on Tuesday 10th July 22:47

[craigjm]

I was insured with First Alternative a few years ago. Didn't have to claim though so I don't know about that. All seemed fine for the year to me and they issued no claims transfer no problem