Write a review

Newsletter

Go to business site

Ecology Building Society: Savings reviews

Name: Savings
Rating: 4.85 (582 reviews)

View other Ecology Building Society products

4.85

Based on 582 reviews, last reviewed 20th Apr 2026

78% decrease in 5 star reviews

in the past 90 days

No new 1 star reviews

in the past 90 days

93%

2 star

Latest highest rating:

5

Ethical stance We chose to have accounts with Ecology Building Society because of their ethical stance, both in relation to mortgages and savings. Like the fact that... Read more Reviewed on: 20th April 2026

Latest lowest rating:

1

Awful online presence Outdated online offering, way to longwinded application process, living in the pst Reviewed on: 4th April 2022

Visit provider site Read all reviews See your review

About this product

Ecology Building Society have savings accounts that can be opened with just £10.

When you save with Ecology Building Society, your money helps bring affordable, eco-friendly homes to life and supports community projects that put people and planet first. You can manage your savings via the Ecology Building Society app.

Ecology Building Society savings reviews help you find out what it’s really like to be a customer. If you’ve used Ecology Building Society before, you can also leave a review and share your experience.

Ecology Building Society Savings reviews (582)

Review of the Ecology Building Society, Savings:

Ethical, and so Supportive !

I love saving with a building society that does specific, practical things for the environment, and for housing (both so badly needed). Ethical - no investments in bombs or fossil fuels! The people who work for it are lovely! When I ring up to ask questions, I always get patient, friendly help and clear answers. Sure, the interest rate offered is modest - but this is outweighed by the peace of mind Ecology Building Society offers its customers. Reviewed on: 10th November 2024

Ethical stance

We chose to have accounts with Ecology Building Society because of their ethical stance, both in relation to mortgages and savings. Like the fact that they provide information about the kinds of ventures they support. Reviewed on: 20th April 2026

Ethical Building Society with a Personal Touch

I discovered Ecology Building Society through Ethical Consumer Magazine and opened two savings accounts with them. As a smaller building society, they offer a truly personal touch. They are highly professional, efficient, and very helpful - always keen to assist with any queries or support you might need. It’s brilliant to have a green and ethical alternative to the planet-wrecking, consciousness-lacking traditional banks. Their savings accounts also offer better interest rates compared to Triodos (who are also amazing and provide a broader range of services). I was especially pleased to hear that Ecology Building Society is opening a new branch to serve underserved communities - quite the opposite of what most of their competitors are doing, and yet so crucial! Reviewed on: 19th April 2026

Community & supports others to protect the environment

I selected Ecology Building Society to invest some money because of their values. I found it interesting reading reviews of how is has financed eco projects. I receive an invite to attend the AGM which always looks interesting as members who have benefitted from mortgages or loans talk about their experience. But the venue is too far way. But I get to read about it. I would not hesitated to recommend the Ecology Building Society to other people who want to see their money be used in an ecologically friendly way.. Reviewed on: 31st March 2026

Good savings rates and outstanding environmental cre...

Good savings rates and outstanding environmental credentials. Reviewed on: 20th March 2026

Ecology Cash ISA - friendly and sustainable

I have had a cash ISA with Ecology for about 3 years. It has performed well in this time. They have always been open and honest about the performance of the ISA and why decisions are being made. As a co-operative I feel involved in the membership leading the bank to invest ethically and sustainably. Whilst I have not been able to attend events, I understand that the membership meetings are lovely experiences. The website is useful, the communication is great, and I am excited for the new app coming soon. It is nice to feel confident that my bank is ethical and sustainable. Reviewed on: 20th March 2026

Very friendly staff, always happy to help

Very friendly staff, always happy to help Reviewed on: 20th March 2026

Ethical investment made easy

So easy to use EBS, with the added feel good factor that my investments are making a positive impact rather than just making some fat cats fatter. Reviewed on: 19th March 2026

Money matters with Heart

Ecology Building Society provide a very special service. Saving with them I know that my funds will be safe and provide loans on innovative projects. Staff on the phone have been helpful when advice was needed. Reviewed on: 16th March 2026

Had to but phone for help

Difficulty navigating website but phoned for help & was ably assisted by a lovely human! Reviewed on: 13th March 2026

I've been with Ecology since the very beginning and...

I've been with Ecology since the very beginning and have always found them helpful, in addition to being one of the most ethical banks/building societies Reviewed on: 13th March 2026

Do you have a different Ecology Building Society product?

Share your experiences with products to help others make smarter financial decisions and learn more about different products available. Write a review

Alternative products

Savings
from National Counties Building Society 4.20 from 8 reviews
Teen account
from Darlington Credit Union 0.00 from 0 reviews
Savings
from Penrith Building Society 4.21 from 5 reviews

Want to see more from Ecology Building Society?

Mortgages
from Ecology Building Society 4.71 from 99 reviews

View all products

Join Smart Money People

Keep up to date on ratings of your favourite businesses. Find out about our awards and write new reviews with ease

Create an account

News, guides and insight from our team

View resource hub