It's handy in emergencies, especially if you have arranged an agreed limit.
I did once need it briefly, and it was no more expensive than a loan, and instantly available.
Same, I have a £5000 overdraft agreement, that I arranged years ago, I don't ever use it, but it's there for emergencies. As you say it's not "free", but it's a relatively small interest rate.
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