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NatWest: Basic Account reviews

Name: Basic Account
Rating: 4.61 (2097 reviews)

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4.50

Based on 2,097 reviews, last reviewed 21st Apr 2025

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in the past 90 days

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Latest highest rating:

5

Card cloned at ATM and rectified same day we had our debit card cloned from a ATM and Natwest had it all sorted and our account balance restored within the same day. The app is great, lets you... Read more Reviewed on: 21st April 2025

Latest lowest rating:

2

Functional but Underwhelming I opened an account with NatWest when I first moved to the UK — not out of preference, but because I needed an account with a mainstream bank. Since t... Read more Reviewed on: 11th April 2025

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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 (2097)

Review of the NatWest, Basic Account:

Not good if you get into financial difficulties

I had a bank account and loan with NatWest many years ago. I got into financial difficulties and did struggle to keep up the payments. NatWest continued to take payments from the account which did not have enough money in it at the time. Then charged me interest because the payments were not met causing the account to go further and further into debt. Reviewed on: 9th June 2019

Card cloned at ATM and rectified same day

we had our debit card cloned from a ATM and Natwest had it all sorted and our account balance restored within the same day. The app is great, lets you know instantly if your account has received a transaction.. you can review it before it automatically gets taken out.... great piece of mind Reviewed on: 21st April 2025

Loving the rooster cards for my kids!

Loving the rooster cards for my kids! A great way to track chores and give them pocket money Reviewed on: 21st April 2025

Still have a high street presence

Still have a high street presence Reviewed on: 15th April 2025

They do everything I need as a student

They do everything I need as a student Reviewed on: 12th April 2025

Unbelievable.

Unbelievable. Been with them for years. Would never change. Reviewed on: 11th April 2025

Functional but Underwhelming

I opened an account with NatWest when I first moved to the UK — not out of preference, but because I needed an account with a mainstream bank. Since then, I’ve ended up with three accounts: a basic current account and two savings accounts. While everything works fine on a functional level, the overall experience feels a bit uninspired. The interest rates on savings are especially disappointing, making it hard to see much value in keeping multiple accounts with them. It does the job, but doesn’t offer much beyond the basics. Reviewed on: 11th April 2025

My basic account does everything that I need it to do.

My basic account does everything that I need it to do. Whenever I’ve had an issue, the customer service team have helped me efficiently and professionally. Reviewed on: 8th April 2025

Love NatWest, they are a great banking app, love the...

Love NatWest, they are a great banking app, love the layout of the mobile app and how simple it is to use. Also have great account options for students and savings accounts, they are the best banking app. Reviewed on: 3rd April 2025

Used the NatWest for over 20 years

Used the NatWest for over 20+ years. Majority of my banking is satisfactory but not when it comes to going on holiday. I always advise the bank of my travel dates and they still let me down by allowing payments on my card when I am not in the country. My card was scammed and they blocked my card without contacting me leaving me without money on holiday. I found it impossible to contact them on the phone and I didn’t have access to the internet. What’s the point in notifying them of holiday plans and dates . Reviewed on: 3rd April 2025

After my stroke in 2005 having a Natwest basic accou...

After my stroke in 2005 having a Natwest basic account helped me with the financial difficulties I incurred due to not being able to work. Reviewed on: 2nd April 2025

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