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first direct: Current Account reviews

Name: Current Account
Rating: 4.7 (1358 reviews)

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4.68

Based on 1,358 reviews, last reviewed 29th Oct 2025

91% decrease in 5 star reviews

in the past 90 days

100% increase in 1 star reviews

in the past 90 days

85%

Latest highest rating:

5

Very generous 0% overdraft, great to bank with My partner had First Direct before I did and encouraged me to get it. Have been with them for 3 years am so happy I switched! Very generous 0% overdra... Read more Reviewed on: 15th September 2025

Latest lowest rating:

1

I have been a customer of First Direct for 34 years... I have been a customer of First Direct for 34 years so I know this bank very well For 33 years I often recommended it to friends but this past year th... Read more Reviewed on: 29th October 2025

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The first direct 1st Account is a current account that can be opened in minutes.

If you’re eligible, you can get an interest free overdraft of £250. You won’t be charged debit card fees when spending abroad. If approved for an account, you’ll get a virtual card you can use straight away.

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first direct Current Account reviews (1358)

Superb phone banking service!

I started banking with First Direct in 1990 because at the time they were offering something a bit different and something a bit more modern than the high street banks. Over 20 years later I still bank with them and I still consider them as one of the best service providers that I interact with on a regular basis. On the very odd occasion when something has gone wrong they have been honest about it and quick to act. I like that they care about customer retention. Reviewed on: 5th February 2015

Been with them from the start - best customer service ever - most unbank-like!

I have used First Direct from their very early days, and have had the best customer service from them - I'm no bank lover, but First Direct make me feel like they actually try that extra bit harder to keep you happy. I don't use their web service as I prefer to speak to a real person, and their UK based staff are helpful, friendly and knowledgable - EVERY time. Totally recommended. Reviewed on: 26th January 2015

first direct employ amazing staff, their people make phoning the bank more of a pleasure and less of a chore

First direct have won my vote due to how well they look after their customers! I recently joined and they've taken care of me as a friend, rather than a customer. They really make you feel as if you can trust them... And I do! Reviewed on: 24th January 2015

Customer focused bank that makes sure you are not being defrauded.

I love the 24/7 365 day access this account and this bank give you. I've called them at 11:30pm on Christmas Eve to check something in my account before and always find the staff friendly and helpful. Another great thing about this bank is their attention to your account and the way you use it. They've blocked purchases from my account before because they were unusual and I've had to call them to authorise the payment. Some people would find this annoying but I don't because I have a friend who's had a lot of money taken from her account fraudulently - if her bank had blocked the withdrawals, it wouldn't have happened. Reviewed on: 14th January 2015

Incredible service, easy to reach. 10/10!!

first Direct seriously know their customers needs and the market they're in. Never, ever had an issue with them in the 10 years I've banked with them! Would always be my first recommendation with anything banking! Reviewed on: 10th January 2015

Helpful Customer Services

Everytime I've had to call (usually due to forgetting various passwords!) they've been super friendly and helpful. They seem to empathise with forgotten passwords, losing letters and updated iPhone software which causes the app to stop working correctly. Nothing seems to difficult for them, and they take the time to listen to what you're asking. It also helps that they're based in the UK, so there's no language barrier. Reviewed on: 16th December 2014

Unobtrusively innovative

FD is a great internet bank, providing fast transfers, decent mobile app service and good service one to one. They take into account personal situation and are always willing to help. Reviewed on: 7th October 2014

No Hassle

Rarely had any problems and when I did I got through to a person instantly who knows what they are talking about and resolved my issues in minutes. Reviewed on: 6th October 2014

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