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The Co-operative Bank: Current account reviews

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Based on 401 reviews, last reviewed 15th Oct 2025
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Latest highest rating:

5

I've used the co-op for years, they have helped me t... I've used the co-op for years, they have helped me through money troubles and always been there for me. They are ethical and stand for my own beliefs... Read more Reviewed on: 19th June 2025
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Latest lowest rating:

1

Brutal incompetent bureaucracy at its' worst. Brutal incompetent bureaucracy at its' worst; what has become of the 'Cooperative' bank? After trying to arrange things after a recent bereavement, I ... Read more Reviewed on: 15th October 2025
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About this product

The Co-operative (Co-op) current account is a basic account for everyday banking.

You can apply for an overdraft as part of your Co-operative current account application, or once your account is opened. With this account, manage your money online and on mobile and use Apple Pay, Google Pay or Samsung Wallet.

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

The Co-operative Bank Current account reviews (401)

Review of the The Co-operative Bank, Current account:

Credit account switch painless

5
In mid February I decided to switch my current account to the Co-operative bank, tempted by the £100 to myself and the £25 charitable donation. I applied online, answered a couple of questions and within a fortnight was told that they accepted me. They then sent me a load of bumph, a card and my PIN within another fortnight. Receiving my card I set up online banking in a matter of minutes and checked if my direct debits had been set up - they had. Finally, around two weeks ago I received a letter confirming that I had been credited £100 and inviting me to go online to decide where my £25 charitable donaion should go. On the whole I'm impressed so far and the people I spoke to couldn't have been nicer. Well recommended. Reviewed on: 10th April 2015

Very easy to use online system, clear communication...

5
Very easy to use online system, clear communication and good values. Reviewed on: 15th April 2025

Their online and telephone service is second to none..

5
Their online and telephone service is second to none and they are very efficient in understanding your problems and instructions. Any questions or concerns are always dealt with in good time and with compassion. Reviewed on: 3rd April 2025

Ethical banking as it should be.

5
Ethical banking as it should be. Easy to contact simple ap. Reviewed on: 2nd April 2025

Good dependable bank

5
No frills, but good basic all and reliable Reviewed on: 7th March 2025

Nice people always effortlessly efficient always go...

5
Nice people always effortlessly efficient always go there. It’s Reviewed on: 28th February 2025

Appalling "cs".

1
Appalling "cs". Takes forever to get an answer on phone, every time ! Reviewed on: 27th February 2025

Coop bank is Empathy Central

5
Coop have been very helpful during times of financial hardship and being the victim of coercion Reviewed on: 27th February 2025

30 years with the Co-op Bank and still going strong!

5
I have banked with the Co-operative Bank for 30 years, and throughout that time I have found them to be not only very efficient but also very helpful, empathic and personable whenever I needed to contact them. Their online banking service and app are easy to navigate and use. I have referred friends and family to them, Reviewed on: 26th February 2025

Fairly good but don’t link with other apps like a lo...

3
Fairly good but don’t link with other apps like a lot of their competitors Reviewed on: 26th February 2025

Good service

4
Good service, patient and helpful Reviewed on: 26th February 2025

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