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Name: Purchase credit cards
Rating: 3.16 (196 reviews)

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2.80

Based on 196 reviews, last reviewed 20th Aug 2025

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Latest highest rating:

5

MBNA actually care about the person at the end of th... MBNA actually care about the person at the end of the line. They are easy to deal with and genuine Reviewed on: 12th June 2025

Latest lowest rating:

1

Security team super disorganized/rude. Avoid this cc. If you lose a card and want a replacement, prepare to wade through mud as you deal with their super disorganized security department that takes 30-60 ... Read more Reviewed on: 20th August 2025

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About this product

MBNA purchase credit cards are designed for everyday spending.

You can check your balance, review transactions, make payments, request transfers and lots more on your computer, phone or tablet. You’ll get paperless statements for your MBNA purchase credit cards.

MBNA purchase credit card reviews help you find out what it’s really like to be a customer. If you’ve used MBNA before, you can also leave a review and share your experience.

MBNA Purchase credit cards reviews (196)

Review of the MBNA, Purchase credit cards:

New application set up - 5 star, once you are a customer - 0 stars

I recently set up an account. I received my pin number and online activation details in the post but no card. I called them today and after a 15 minute wait (listening to a dial tone and no actual music), I get through to be told I need to speak to the fraud team who I have to call. Another call placed and I get put on hold again - at this stage I have been calling/on hold/speaking to someone for 45 minutes. I get told there is no issue. But they go to order me another card and wait - there is a problem, but I have to call New Business who are available on weekdays. Why has no one contacted me if there is an issue with my account? Why can't I be transferred rather than call and get stuck in lengthy waiting times and why are your departments not able to read the same notes as each other. As a new customer - this is shocking service. Reviewed on: 12th October 2019

Very Unprofessional

Even after closing the account and clearing all balance (received the closing account letter as well)these smart thieves send me interest amount separately to pay with subheading it has accumulation interest. Reviewed on: 5th March 2025

No nonsense credit card, no problems, good balance t...

No nonsense credit card, no problems, good balance transfer offers Reviewed on: 26th February 2025

MBNA very useful when I hit hard times.

I found MBNA very useful when I hit hard times. Their online service is very simple to navigate, which is not always the case with other banks. Reviewed on: 26th February 2025

Unreliable card for 2nd card holder

As a second card holder, my card is always being declined 'just in case of fraud'. I am appreciative of fraud prevention, but I cannot tell you how many times I've been left high and dry in a shop, and they will only deal with the primary cardholder to sort these matters. I haven't used my personal card for months now and just have my husband's card on my Apple Pay - but it leaves me without a physical card. Also, adding the card to Apple Pay, requires a phone call, rather than just confirmation within the app (which in today's day and age, with everyone being so busy, is a ball ache!). Reviewed on: 10th February 2025

Confusing & infuriating application process, nightmare.

Went through the application process for 0% balance transfer; total nightmare! Difficult to understand the questions regarding options concerning "minimum payment" versus "fixed" DD monthly payment which you select. No guidance. No explanation. I'm a bit of a numpty at this sort of thing and got incredibly confused. I just want a 0% interest CC where it's all worked out for me exactly how much I have to pay back per month to pay the amount back - plus the transfer fee - during the duration of the card. It shouldn't have been that hard for that information to be provided! And you can't ring MBNA to speak to a Person. Ooh no. That is not possible. Wish I'd never started this process. Reviewed on: 24th January 2025

MBNA charges you interest rate even when you pay by...

MBNA charges you interest rate even when you pay by direct debit your balance in full. Reviewed on: 21st December 2024

My Top 10 Ranked Clueless Online Banking Platforms

In my experience with this company, I can't remember anything positive. Customer support mishandled consumer issues, and there were constant reports of incorrect balances sent to credit reporting agencies, which can severely affect your credit score, particularly during a mortgage application. Moreover, getting anything resolved was nearly impossible, regardless of how many times I reached out to them. Ultimately, nothing was accomplished despite their promises. Big dissapoinment. Reviewed on: 16th December 2024

I had a horrible experience with MBNA that has left...

I had a horrible experience with MBNA that has left me both frustrated and shocked. They sent me a completely incorrect bill, charging me rates that were not even close to what was agreed. When I contacted them to get an explanation, they could not provide any justification or calculation for these outrageous charges. The worst part? The customer representative boldly stated, "We can charge whatever we want." This level of arrogance and lack of accountability is absolutely unacceptable for any company, let alone a financial institution. I spent over two hours on the phone trying to get this resolved, only to be met with vague answers, dismissive attitudes, and no resolution whatsoever. Their customer service is disgusting, and it feels like they deliberately make the process frustrating to wear you out. They have no complaint manager as well to manage things. All she said throughout the call was that "I am right" I strongly recommend avoiding MBNA at all costs. Their practices feel deceptive and borderline criminal. Save yourself the headache and look for a more trustworthy company. Reviewed on: 12th December 2024

Straight forward company.

Straight forward company. App works well. reasonable offer rates. Reviewed on: 1st November 2024

Scammers

Scam. Unbelievable such a dishonest company is allowed to exist in the UK. Reviewed on: 2nd October 2024

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