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The Co-operative Bank: Current account reviews

4.00
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.

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The Co-operative Bank Current account reviews (401)

User friendly app

4
Personal account banking app is easy to use and provides a good overview of all accounts held. It has improved over time. Reviewed on: 6th June 2023

Mickey mouse bank

2
Bank app never working, consistent pending transactions. Bad customer service. After 16 years of banking with this company I've had no choice but to move and should of done it years ago! I've less stress in my life on my financial situation now. Reviewed on: 4th June 2023

Great ethical bank

5
I've always experienced friendly and professional customer service whenever I have contacted The Co-op. I find the banking app very easy to use. Reviewed on: 1st June 2023

Easiest banking experience

5
Before I was with co-op I got money taken out of my account/stolen and my old bank would never help. I’ve never had a bad experience and they’re always friendly and helpful. Reviewed on: 31st May 2023

Efficient ethical bank with helpful staff

5
The Cooperative Bank is one of the few ethical banks which is why we decided to join it many years ago. It has a user friendly app, making it easy to check accounts and move money. We pay an additional fee for our current account for which we get worldwide travel insurance, breakdown cover and access to airport lounges, all good perks. Reviewed on: 31st May 2023

Consistently high level of service and help from always approachable staff

5
My local co-operative bank branch in Islington consistently provides not simply good service but also help and advice. I work in the third sector and the branch has been invaluable in helping me to ensure my clients retain as much financial independence as possible while at the same time keeping them safe from possible abuse. Reviewed on: 11th April 2023

Customer Services

5
Keep me informed and answer my calls promptly. Reviewed on: 8th April 2023

Perfect

5
Straightforward and has all you need!!! Reviewed on: 5th April 2023

Switching after 20 years

1
Not accessible enough in regards to customer care opening hours Worst App ever never updates quick enough and has no view of pending transactions App is constantly down for maintenance yet nothing changes Poor online service Starting to think they have very lax online security and could be getting hacked due the amount of times the app and online banking goes down Reviewed on: 3rd April 2023

not competitive poor rewards and interest

1
Bank was excellent but deteriorated in the past 10 years. Takes an hour or two to get through to customer services by telephone. Sometimes cut off. App ok. Compain and dismissed automatically and always "upheld" only still using as been with them for just short of 50 years. Interest rates deplorable compared to competition unlike previous. Sadly back to the days they were a piggy bank. What a shame. They need to get their act together. Can't always hide behind ethical banking to exploit customers by token interest and rewards. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

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