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Bamboo Loans: Personal loan reviews

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Based on 15,452 reviews, last reviewed 4th Mar 2026
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Latest highest rating:

5

Great service. Great service. Staff really helpful. Always solve any problems I have Reviewed on: 4th March 2026
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Latest lowest rating:

2

Very good communication with the outcome Very good communication with the outcome Reviewed on: 27th February 2026
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About this product

Bamboo offer personal loans from £2,000 to £15,000 over 12 to 60 months.

Bamboo don’t charge fees and there’s no impact on your credit score if you’re not approved. Existing Bamboo customers can apply for a repeat or top-up loan.

Bamboo loan reviews help you find out what it’s really like to be a customer. If you’ve used Bamboo before, you can also leave a review and share your experience.

Bamboo Loans Personal loan reviews (15452)

Review of the Bamboo Loans, Personal loan:

Bamboo Loans: Excellent, Efficient & Easy Loan Provider

5
Me and my partner had our wedding booked from last year however, after saving up we were hit with the news of expecting a baby (which comes with its additional costs). As a result we were in need of some extra cash to help pay off some things for the wedding and after a few searches and a referral I came across Bamboo Loans. The application process was really QUICK, no time wasting with a user friendly website. Within JUST a FEW MINUTES I received an approval email and CONFIRMATION asking me to log in to sign the agreement. The agreement was clearly written with the APR rate and repayment schedule etc. and was able to sign this all electronically! (No stress of having to print, sign and rescan back in... phew!) Once completed I then received a email confirming PAYOUT by 1pm the next day! It was such a stress free process and since making monthly payments I have received reminders by text and email and have also spoken with the bamboo team directly on the phone who are also very helpful offering ongoing support. I didn’t have the greatest credit when I applied but good income and history of making repayments however, they also offer a guarantor loan service for bad credit. Even better... I managed to get a NON GUARANTOR loan which was even better for me! I would certainly recommend BAMBOO Loans :) Reviewed on: 16th June 2020

Love the transition and was of the loan to my...

5
Love the transition and was of the loan to my account Reviewed on: 27th February 2026

Alway polite and helpful

5
Never had any problems or issues, someone was alway there and helpful. Always ready to listen and friendly Reviewed on: 27th February 2026

Very understanding of my terminal cancer diagnosis.

5
Very understanding of my terminal cancer diagnosis. Reviewed on: 27th February 2026

Excellent customer service.

5
Excellent customer service. The lady I spoke to on the phone was incredibly friendly, respectful and professional throughout our conversation. She communicated everything clearly and ensured I fully understood the details of my loan offer. She provided thorough information and clarity, answering my questions patiently and making the entire process feel straightforward and reassuring. I felt genuinely welcomed and valued as a customer. Thank you for such a positive and supportive experience. Reviewed on: 27th February 2026

Easy and straight forward.

5
Easy and straight forward. Money was quick and repayments are good Reviewed on: 27th February 2026

How to get a loan hassle free quickly

5
The application process was quick, straightforward and hassle free. With same day money in the bank. Reviewed on: 27th February 2026

I am a new customer for bamboo.

4
I am a new customer for bamboo. The application was quick and I received the money within a few hours. The apr is not the best but a lot better than some of the other loans out there Reviewed on: 27th February 2026

Reassured

5
Helpful, informative and quick. This helped me decide easily. Reviewed on: 27th February 2026

Bamboo have been a breath of fresh air

5
I recently took out a short-term loan with Bamboo and had a genuinely positive experience from start to finish. The application process was quick, straightforward, and completely transparent, which gave me real peace of mind when I needed it most. What stood out was the clear communication and professionalism throughout. Everything was explained properly, with no hidden surprises, and I always felt fully informed about my repayments and options. I was especially pleased to be offered an early settlement figure, which gave me added flexibility and control over my finances. It’s refreshing to deal with a lender that supports customers in managing their borrowing responsibly. Overall, an efficient, transparent, and supportive service that I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend. Reviewed on: 27th February 2026

Bamboo loans have been wicked!

5
Bamboo loans have been wicked! Very quick with sorting out the loan and paid within 5 mins will definitely recommend! Reviewed on: 27th February 2026