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Barclays: Current account reviews

4.30
Based on 4,960 reviews, last reviewed 15th Jun 2026
19% decrease in 5 star reviews
in the past 90 days
33% increase in 1 star reviews
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Latest highest rating:

4

Both online banking and in-person banking experience... Both online banking and in-person banking experience was good. Application process online was pretty smooth. Reviewed on: 15th June 2026
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T E

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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Helen

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 (4960)

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5
I am a customer for more than 7 years. During this time I have received excellent customer service and support I need it. Reviewed on: 28th November 2019

Always friendly and helpful

5
My local branch is always ready to help. Reviewed on: 27th November 2019

User-friendly online banking

4
The online banking at Barclays is clear and easy to use. Reviewed on: 26th November 2019

Great tech compatibility

5
My partner always has problems using their bank's app and paying with smart devices but it's extremely easy with Barclays Reviewed on: 26th November 2019

Always efficient

5
I have been banking with them since 1971. I always check my statements but have never found a mistake yet. Their systems work. What more could you ask for. Reviewed on: 25th November 2019

great customer service

4
very good customer service when needed. Reviewed on: 24th November 2019

Simple

5
Easy to set up, very helpful on the phone Reviewed on: 24th November 2019

Terrible!

1
Don’t use them - I’ve been with them for over 10 years and i’ve always had issues e.g over the phone, in bank, app, online etc and just don’t trust them anymore. I always know if I need something sorted, I need at least a full day free to sort it out! Reviewed on: 24th November 2019

Easy and Simple

5
Easy account opening, transparent service and helpful advice for the future of my finances. The only bank I'd ever consider. Reviewed on: 24th November 2019

Good but could improve

4
A great service and products available but shame the mortgage we had was so expensive and would like a branch locally again and more convenient opening hours. Reviewed on: 23rd November 2019

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