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OakbrookAdvance (formerly Finio Loans) reviews

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Rated Excellent 4.85/5

OakbrookAdvance (formerly Finio Loans) reviews

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Last reviewed within 14 days
  • FCA approved and regulated
    FCA approved and regulated
  • Fully digital service with no in-person branches
    Fully digital service with no in-person branches
  • On-line application and approval process
    On-line application and approval process

Review summary

People rate this company as Excellent based on 3,894 product reviews

Average score of 4.85/5
5 star
89%
4 star
10%
3 star
1%
2 star
0%
1 star
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Reviews for OakbrookAdvance (formerly Finio Loans) have trended positively over the past 90 days

Latest positive rating

5/5

Clear, simple and easy to manage

Finio Loans offered a simple and transparent borrowing experience. I found the online application easy to complete, and the communication throughout was clear and timely.... Finio Loans offered a simple and transparent borrowing experience. I found the online application easy to complete, and the communication throughout was clear and timely. The repayment terms were explained upfront, so I knew exactly what to expect each month, which helped me budget confidently. Read more Read less

{"display":"Dee","full_name":"Dee","avatar":{"url":"\/assets\/images\/default_new.png"}}'s avatar
Personal loan
Dee 12th January 2026

Latest negative rating

1/5

Big mistake, poor system.

Took me months to build my bank account back on track. The company system messed it all up for me and put me back to... Took me months to build my bank account back on track. The company system messed it all up for me and put me back to where it all started and even more backward to “minus 0” on my bank account by making a big mistake. And all they have to say is “sorry”. It feels like they’ve taken my situation very lightly.. I would suggest every1 to be very careful while dealing with “Likely Loan”... Read more Read less

{"display":"Sudhir ","full_name":"Sudhir ","avatar":{"url":"\/assets\/images\/default_new.png"}}'s avatar
Personal loan
Sudhir 4th November 2020

About OakbrookAdvance (formerly Finio Loans)

OakbrookAdvance aim to simplify and personalise borrowing.

OakbrookAdvance's goal is to be the UK’s most trusted lender and they’re focused on professional, responsible lending with the help of Open Banking.

OakbrookAdvance offer lending for a range of purchases.

OakbrookAdvance (formerly Finio Loans) at a glance

Contact details

Phone
0208 080 6457
Main address
The Poynt North, 45 Wollaton Street, Nottingham, NG1 5FW

Reviews for OakbrookAdvance (formerly Finio Loans)

Showing 11 of 3894 company reviews Last reviewed within 14 days

Clear, simple and easy to manage

Personal loan 12th January 2026

Finio Loans offered a simple and transparent borrowing experience. I found the online application easy to complete, and the communication throughout was clear and timely.... Finio Loans offered a simple and transparent borrowing experience. I found the online application easy to complete, and the communication throughout was clear and timely. The repayment terms were explained upfront, so I knew exactly what to expect each month, which helped me budget confidently. Read more Read less

{"display":"Dee","full_name":"Dee","avatar":{"url":"\/assets\/images\/default_new.png"}}'s avatar
Dee
Rated Excellent 5/5
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personal loan

Personal loan 19th June 2023

Easy to apply and even better they contact you when your eligible for a top up loan

Rated Excellent 5/5
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  • 5/5

    LIKELY LOANS- HIGHLY RECCOMEND

    quick and hassle-free loan with a good interest rate. transparent conditions and good communication with the team. I recommend Likely Loans

    {"display":"Wiola","full_name":"Wiola","avatar":{"url":"\/assets\/images\/default_new.png"}}'s avatar
    Personal loan
    Wiola 5th April 2023
  • 4/5

    Service

    I was looking for a personal loan which no other company gave me this has approved my personal loan and i am thankful. I have recommended for my colleagues.

  • 5/5

    Quick and easy service

    Great service and easy to take out a loan , a little slower in terms of the transfer time

  • 5/5

    Quick easy service

    Excellent service quick an easy to use.

  • 5/5

    They help me if i need

    Good company, but they offer money up to 5000 and it is notenough for me now

    {"display":"Pavel","full_name":"Pavel","avatar":{"url":"\/assets\/images\/default_new.png"}}'s avatar
    Personal loan
    Pavel 19th March 2021
  • 1/5

    Big mistake, poor system.

    Took me months to build my bank account back on track. The company system messed it all up for me and put me back to... Took me months to build my bank account back on track. The company system messed it all up for me and put me back to where it all started and even more backward to “minus 0” on my bank account by making a big mistake. And all they have to say is “sorry”. It feels like they’ve taken my situation very lightly.. I would suggest every1 to be very careful while dealing with “Likely Loan”... Read more Read less

    {"display":"Sudhir ","full_name":"Sudhir ","avatar":{"url":"\/assets\/images\/default_new.png"}}'s avatar
    Personal loan
    Sudhir 4th November 2020
  • 5/5

    Brilliant Service

    Great customer service, brilliant speed and efficiency.

  • 5/5

    Fast, reliable and great service with friendly staff

    I was experiencing financial difficulties and applied, I had an answer in seconds and the money was in my account the same day.

  • 4/5

    Great experience

    Not had any problems, would definitely use again.

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