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Barclays: Current account reviews

4.50
Based on 4,953 reviews, last reviewed 28th Apr 2026
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Latest highest rating:

5

Trustworthy bank Trustworthy bank, I’ve banked with Barclays since I turned 18 years old, for the last 12 years they have been very reliable, the app works perfectly w... Read more Reviewed on: 28th April 2026
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Latest lowest rating:

1

Appaling service, no branches left in a 15 mile radius Appaling service, no branches left in a 15 mile radius Reviewed on: 17th April 2026
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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 (4953)

Very helpful staff

5
needed help increasing my student overdraft and dawn white i spoke to in leeds branch was so wonderful, she did everything she could to help and didn’t make me feel uncomfortable, she gave me her business card and said to contact whenever i needed anything, really pleased with the service i got. Reviewed on: 7th December 2018

Great experience

5
It is easy to use and you can find whatevere you want about your account . Reviewed on: 7th December 2018

Highly recommend Barclays to anyone

5
Always had great customer support and fantastic offers to hand Reviewed on: 7th December 2018

Overall good bank

4
Sometimes the customer service is not good in some branches but overall is good Reviewed on: 7th December 2018

Great bank

5
Thank you for your job. I'm glad to be your customer Reviewed on: 7th December 2018

Simple to use

5
i can always use my app wherever and when ever. Simple quick and easy to use Reviewed on: 7th December 2018

Best mobile app

5
The mobile app of Barclays has a great protection with a lot of sercurity layers. It's user-friendly, easy to navigate and has a clean layout Reviewed on: 7th December 2018

Amazing

5
The app lets me handle everything in one such as my direct debits, standing orders & payees. It saves me from phoning up or going in to a bank. Also with updates its pretty useful, Barclays inform us in advance of any changes. Reviewed on: 7th December 2018

Best Bank to account with

4
Barclays is a great bank to have accounts. More flexible options and amazing app. Different set of products and reward based accounts Easy communication facility and proper response from customer care Bank switching from other bank is flawless and eases customer job. On time reward credits Offers from more number of merchandise Customised photo debit card. I loved it. Thanks Barclays. I do not have credit card and loans with Barclays. Reviewed on: 7th December 2018

Great app

5
Love the Barclays app, easy to use and great for keeping on top of your money! So convenient and would highly recommend to friends and family! Reviewed on: 7th December 2018

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