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first direct: Current Account reviews

Name: Current Account
Rating: 4.69 (1242 reviews)

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4.63

Based on 1,242 reviews, last reviewed 24th Dec 2024

42% decrease in 5 star reviews

in the past 90 days

50% decrease in 1 star reviews

in the past 90 days

84%

10%

Latest highest rating:

5

Very happy and wouldn’t switch I have a joint current account with First Direct and have been very happy with it. We initially got a switching offer to open the account but I wouldn... Read more Reviewed on: 6th December 2024

Latest lowest rating:

1

ATM swallowed my £100 and First Direct refuses to re... ATM swallowed my £100 and First Direct refuses to refund me despite having no video footage at the said 3 ATM machines at Asda superstore. Reviewed on: 24th December 2024

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About this product

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 (1242)

Excellent bank

Every service first direct offer is of the highest quality Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Great online bank

Hassle free banking. Easy to use App. No issues except no interest on current account. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Amazing and consistent service

I’ve been with First Direct for over 30 years. I’ve never had any issues and dealing with them is a pleasure Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Fab customer service

I’ve been with this bank since it’s inception and have loved the customer service I’ve received. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Excellent service

So easy to speak to someone if any problems. Fast to respond. Great app. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Great bank

Readily available for advice or issues. Friendly and helpful UK based Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Excellent customer service

Always first class engagement and an excellent App Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Current

Excellent 24hr bank service, lots of other products Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Excellent service, quick response

I always get the answers I am looking for and always speak to an actual person in a very short time. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

Great customer support

Always on hand to help over the phone. Reliable app. Just feels a little behind in offering the best easy access rates and smart banking features. But those are secondary to the stability and reliability of the products they offer and easy access to support at any time of day. Reviewed on: 16th March 2023

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