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NatWest: Basic Account reviews

Name: Basic Account
Rating: 4.61 (2060 reviews)

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4.60

Based on 2,060 reviews, last reviewed 30th Jan 2025

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Latest highest rating:

4

I use them for basic account banking i liked that t... I use them for basic account banking i liked that they added the option of holding a foreign curency account but would like to see more options on it... Read more Reviewed on: 14th January 2025

Latest lowest rating:

1

Really poor customer service When I needed some customer support, they were horrendous. I had the example where I was scammed by a car rental company and lost money and also havin... Read more Reviewed on: 30th January 2025

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About this product

The NatWest Basic Current Account is a free account designed for everyday use. Account holders can benefit from a mobile banking app and 24/7 support. There are also overdraft options available.

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NatWest Basic Account reviews (2060)

Review of the NatWest, Basic Account:

Meets the essentials

Does everything you need to but the app can be confusing to navigate if you're not technology fluent Reviewed on: 13th January 2025

Patient Staff

When I had an issue with my old bank account they took the time to help me sort it all out. Reviewed on: 26th May 2024

NatWest are a fantastic ank to help wi...

NatWest are a fantastic bank, always able to help with any problems and a great app Reviewed on: 24th May 2024

Very positive to still have a branch in our local town.

Very positive to still have a branch in our local town. The customer service is the best i’ve experienced with banks that i’ve been with. I do not like the online banks where i don’t have a physical branch - and every Natwest employee seems to go above and beyond for me when i go in with a problem. Reviewed on: 24th May 2024

I have been a NatWest customer for 15 years and they...

I have been a NatWest customer for 15 years and they have been generally quite good. They have been supportive in various situations when I have needed help and they usually been able to answer any queries that I have. Reviewed on: 23rd May 2024

everything is ok but the overdraft interest is high

everything is ok but the overdraft interest is high Reviewed on: 15th April 2024

I have been with them for years.

I have been with them for years. Customer services are easy to get through to and app is very well designed Reviewed on: 15th April 2024

Very good

Very profitable bank. Super easy to use and easy. Lots of possibilities Reviewed on: 15th April 2024

Reliable and trustworthy

I’ve been with NatWest for 10 years and have never had a problem with them. The app is easy to navigate and offers good insights into how you spend your money that have helped by giving me a reality check into how much I am spending in certain categories. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

I like the app - its really easy to use.

I like the app - its really easy to use. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

Excellent service.

Excellent service. Superb products. Reviewed on: 12th April 2024

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