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first direct: Current account reviews

Name: Current account
Rating: 4.738801501739562624 (1494 reviews)

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4.74

Based on 1,494 reviews, last reviewed 18th Jun 2026

5% 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 friendly and helpful staff Whenever I have had trouble logging into my account or other issues in regards to my account, the staff are always very friendly and helpful. The are... Read more Reviewed on: 18th June 2026

Latest lowest rating:

1

1 star is far too generous. 1 star is far too generous. First Direct sent an email asking me to provide another review even though i have been waiting for a working PIN since Fe... Read more Reviewed on: 8th May 2026

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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 (1494)

Best online bank for me

I have been banking with first direct for a very long time now, and I see no need to change that. I really like their clear and straightforward communication. The online interface is very user-friendly, and I can quickly apply for other financial products. My statements are easily accessible, and I can download them onto my computer, thus saving paper and the environment. Whenever I have had interaction with first direct staff, they have been very helpful. And I like that I can contact them out of regular working hours. Reviewed on: 10th March 2023

They deliver on their promises

It seems too good to be true to be able to get through to who you need to speak to quickly on the phone but with first direct it is possible. Very different from other banking experiences. Reviewed on: 10th March 2023

Great cashback deal, great customer service

I've held my first direct account for 6 months now, and am really pleased with the ease of use and the good service. A phonecall with them rarely lasts more than 5 minutes because they are so quick to handle problems. Reviewed on: 10th March 2023

Brilliant

Never had any problems with First Direct, their app is easy to use, and having a 1st account current account with them allows you access to their big range of products offered so there’s something to fit all your needs, with great interest rates and a easy to use features in the app. Reviewed on: 10th March 2023

Great service

Both on the app, and especially on the phone, you can do what you want quickly, easily, and with no stress or hassle. I'm really glad my account is with them. Reviewed on: 10th March 2023

40 Years Problem Free Banking

Great service for 40 years and extremely helpful when I was about to be scammed. I mostly use online banking now but if a phone call is needed First Direct are always polite, friendly and helpful. Reviewed on: 10th March 2023

Simply the best

Have backed with first direct since 1999. Their 1st Account is brilliant as is their app. The fee free overdraft facility is extremely helpful as our Their staff. Excellent all round. Reviewed on: 10th March 2023

Good product and service

The product has always been good and customer service is best in class Reviewed on: 10th March 2023

Great customer service/app

Been with FD for a decade and am always impressed with their customer service, have never been on hold when calling. Nice clean app, easy to understand. Reviewed on: 10th March 2023

Wonderful Customer Service

I have been with first direct for many years and although I have hardly ever had issues, when I have needed assistance (normally because I've forgotten a password!), they have been really helpful and friendly on the phone. I love that cheques can be paid into the account by taking a photo and their process for adding a new credit card was simple and smooth. Reviewed on: 10th March 2023

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