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Name: Current Account
Rating: 4.72 (1446 reviews)

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4.72

Based on 1,446 reviews, last reviewed 24th Mar 2026

8200% increase in 5 star reviews

in the past 90 days

100% decrease in 1 star reviews

in the past 90 days

85%

Latest highest rating:

5

Great service I also feel I can approach first direct easily if my banking needs change. Colleagues are knowledgeable and willing to help and assist with any enquir... Read more Reviewed on: 24th March 2026

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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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.

first direct 1st Account reviews help you find out what it’s really like to be a customer. If you’ve used first direct before, you can also leave a review and share your experience.

first direct Current Account reviews (1446)

Review of the first direct, Current Account:

Simple but effective

Although they lack high street locations they have the best customer service available and you can use the post office to pay in cheques etc Reviewed on: 22nd November 2019

Fantastic First Direct

The app is great, customer service top notch and offers varied. Reviewed on: 9th March 2023

Always there

Every time I try to contact First Direct, I alway get through with minimal rings and a cheery helpful person on the other end. That person firstly listens to what I am trying to ask, clarifies it and then proceeds to answer in the most easy to understand way. This is true for all my 1st account queries. Thank you First Direct Reviewed on: 9th March 2023

One of the First to take the plunge

I have been with FD almost from the start, I have never had a problem with running my accounts. FD have always lead the way from telephone banking to introducing Apps with AI technology so I always feel my money is safe. Reviewed on: 9th March 2023

Honestly a really good bank

After being with another bank for about 10 years and never being satisfied, I switched to First Direct last year and have been genuinely surprised with everything since. The mobile app is really well built and easy to understand and it’s made my so much better at managing my money. I’ve had to speak to customer services on a few occasions and they’ve been helpful, polite and reassuring every time. Reviewed on: 9th March 2023

Have never let me down

FD have maintained my 0% £250 overdraft right through the pandemic when I needed them most they supported me. Reviewed on: 9th March 2023

Brilliant bank

excellent customer services 24/7. efficient, reliable customer-centred bank. Reviewed on: 9th March 2023

Always care

Been with First Direct for few years after leaving another bank whose staff just didn't seem to care when things don't always go right. I have found First Direct Bank staff when I've spoken to them to be caring considerate and willing to help. Reviewed on: 9th March 2023

Best Service Ever

I’ve been with various banks throughout the years, but First Direct has definitely been the best. Their customer service is second to none, range of products and regular updates are to be available applauded Reviewed on: 9th March 2023

Regular saver is great

I specifically opened the account for the 7% regular saver which I’m happy to have during the cost of living crisis. The account seems ok although I wish the app had push notifications for when money comes in/leaves the account as I find I have to check it a lot to see what my balance is. It’s a shame that you also can’t put notes on it like on Monzo to remind you what a purchase was. There is a tag function but it isn’t much help. Reviewed on: 9th March 2023

Excellent online customer service

Customer service solved problems in a courteous, polite and easy to understand way even in unsociable hours Reviewed on: 9th March 2023

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