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first direct: Current Account reviews

Name: Current Account
Rating: 4.73 (1489 reviews)

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4.73

Based on 1,489 reviews, last reviewed 8th May 2026

20% increase 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

I’ve had a really positive experience with First Dir... I’ve had a really positive experience with First Direct’s 1st Account. The account is simple to manage, with an easy-to-use app, reliable online banki... Read more Reviewed on: 5th May 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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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 (1489)

Best customer service

I've been with First Direct for 20 years and the customer service is second to none. Reviewed on: 12th January 2019

Get this Acount

Best account since sliced bread, also get the Regular saver Reviewed on: 12th January 2019

Best Banking in the World

If first direct made paint - it would do exactly as it said it would on the tin. Simples! Reviewed on: 12th January 2019

EASY TO USE

HAVE BANKED WITH THEM FOR YEARS AND ALWAYS HAD BRILLIANT SERVICE Reviewed on: 12th January 2019

Straightforward Banking

Always there when you need them, online or phone which is usually answered immediately! Reviewed on: 12th January 2019

Great bank account

hassle free switching, easy online banking Reviewed on: 12th January 2019

No issues

No issues or concerns, not as easy to visit on the high street but I think that's the case with most banks now. Reviewed on: 12th January 2019

Good all round current account

Good customer service and phone app, also no charge for going into overdraft Reviewed on: 11th January 2019

Disappointing mobile and online banking

Banks are banks, they do what they do, so the point of interaction with the customer makes all the difference. Unfortunately, first direct's mobile and online banking services are clumsy and outdated. Compared to banking apps I have used in the past, the functionality is limited and processes, especially around security, are not as user-friendly as they could be. I am considering switching. Reviewed on: 11th January 2019

Reliable, friendly, efficient

Eay-to-use, friendly staff, available 24 hours. Highly recommended. Reviewed on: 11th January 2019

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