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The Co-operative Bank: Current account reviews

4.09
Based on 399 reviews, last reviewed 8th Sep 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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Hannah S

Latest lowest rating:

1

Unco-operative Call themselves Co-operative this bank has been extremely unco-operative! False promises, broken guarantees, buck passing and ultimate upset. This ope... Read more Reviewed on: 8th September 2025
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Rob J

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.

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The Co-operative Bank Current account reviews (399)

Efficient and ethical

5
We pay a little extra every month (£15) for an account that include breakdown, travel, and mobile phone insurance. Where else could you get all of that for a cost of £180 a year to cover two people? The Co-op Bank has an easy to use web site and their mobile apps are also good. We've been with them for around 40 years and they've never got anything wrong. We would recommend them unreservedly. Reviewed on: 15th August 2017

Efficient and straight forward.

5
Great mobile app helps me keep track of my finances. £200 free overdraft. Reviewed on: 3rd August 2017

Scam

1
This bank is not cooperating with my bank in order to stop a scam. I have lost £399 and this bank is not wiling to close the scam account (details below) and give my money bank Sort code 087199 Account number 04480495 My bank has contacted them several times and I reiterate that they are not helping Reviewed on: 30th July 2017

Good bank

5
I don't get actual interest on my balance, but I do get £5.50 per month for just using the account. Given that my average balance is quite low is a pretty good interest rate equivalent. Not had any problems running the account so would definitely recommend. Reviewed on: 24th July 2017

Great bank just troublesome times

5
This is a great bank with excellent customer services - however it has lost it's ethical edge and the future remains uncertain Reviewed on: 30th June 2017

Smile- it's the online co-op bank

4
Been with smile for quite some time now and have found them to be a thoroughly helpful and supportive bank. Their online and telephone staff are polite, helpful and very knowledgable. Reviewed on: 29th June 2017

Good service

5
Good customer service, always happy to help Reviewed on: 29th June 2017

Great account

5
Easy and ethical banking - just what I want Reviewed on: 31st May 2017

Fair, ethical and friendly

5
Dealing with the co-op is always a good experience. The staff never make you feel like they have to get rid of you and always want to be very helpful Reviewed on: 31st May 2017

1st class service

5
been with the co op for over 30 years with my current account - superb in every aspect Reviewed on: 30th May 2017

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