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4.49
Based on 4,878 reviews, last reviewed 18th Jan 2026
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Latest highest rating:

5

Barclays is an excellent bank I have been a Barclays customer for over 30 years and I’ve never had any serious problem with them, I have always had great customer service, the webs... Read more Reviewed on: 18th January 2026
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Latest lowest rating:

1

Barclays blocked a transfer from my own Lloyds accou... Barclays blocked a transfer from my own Lloyds account and held my money for days (and I'm worried it could turn into weeks or months), causing me fin... Read more Reviewed on: 15th November 2025
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About this product

The Barclays Bank Account can be opened as a sole account or joint account and has no monthly fee.

The Barclays Bank Account can be managed via the mobile banking app and sends instant spending notifications. You can add optional insurance packs to your account for a fee.

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Barclays Current account reviews (4878)

Review of the Barclays, Current account:

They always answered the phone within 5 minutes.

5
They always answered the phone within 5 minutes. The app is also excellent. Reviewed on: 14th March 2025

They are really helpful and supportive

5
They are really helpful and listen to your problems Reviewed on: 4th March 2024

It is a nightmare to get in contact with them

1
It is a nightmare to get in contact with them Reviewed on: 29th February 2024

I wish it could be no stars!

1
About 4 months ago, I switched to a Barclays account to get a switch incentive. Boy, do I wish I had never bothered! Without warning they closed my account and dropped me right in it with my direct debits. They also have some of my money, all be it only a small amount, but the hoops I am having to jum,p through to get £29 back is unbelievable! So far three visit to the branch and I still haven't been able to get it. I can only assume that they decided they weren't going to make any money out of me, so have closed my account until anti-fraud rules, as no one can or will tell me why it was closed. I have been treated in the most disgusting fashion, like I've done something wrong. Reviewed on: 29th February 2024

Best bank, been client for years and it never fails.

5
Best bank, been client for years and it never fails. Reviewed on: 29th February 2024

Wery bad service I opened a business account 4 month...

5
Wery bad service I opened a business account 4 months ago. My account still has problems and every day I call the customer service, they just say ok, but my problem is still there. I do not recommend this bank to anyone. Reviewed on: 28th February 2024

Closed my account without reason or notice.

1
Closed my account without reason or notice. Seized over £2000 and spent months wasting my time and demanding proof of where the money cane from. Treated me like a criminal when i had done nothing wrong. Finally got my money back after almost 3 months Reviewed on: 24th February 2024

Everyone needs a bank,bank on Barclays.

4
Everyone needs a bank,bank on Barclays. Reviewed on: 23rd February 2024

Barclays is a good bank to work with, recommend thei...

5
Barclays is a good bank to work with, recommend their services a lot. Reviewed on: 21st February 2024

No problems, easy to use application

5
No problems, easy to use application Reviewed on: 21st February 2024

Barclays current account

5
I have been able to take advantage of Barclays blue rewards scheme which gives access to rewards on spending and the rainy day Saver, as well as their well made easy to use app. Reviewed on: 20th February 2024

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