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Based on 7,599 reviews, last reviewed 26th Mar 2026
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Latest highest rating:

5

Free business account does what I need it to easily... Free business account does what I need it to easily and efficiently. Simple is perfect. Reviewed on: 26th March 2026
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Latest lowest rating:

1

A Disgrace to Call This a Bank Starling Bank has proven to be nothing more than a ticking time bomb for businesses. Without warning, they froze my account — not part of my money, bu... Read more Reviewed on: 14th September 2025
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Starling’s business account is changing the way businesses bank. It’s stacked with powerful money management tools, integrations with useful accounting services, and supported by human customer service agents 24/7. Starling has been named Best Business Account Provider at the British Bank Awards in 2021. If you’re a business account customer, leave a review below.

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Starling Bank Business Account reviews (7599)

Incredible

5
From the off, Starlings app has been reliable and clear. Reviewed on: 18th April 2021

Great Experience

4
Great bank to work with, easy to understand setup and the App is fantastic to use always keeping you up to date with your account. Great experience!! Reviewed on: 18th April 2021

Excellent sole trader account!

5
Just works. Have joint, current and child card now as well and am very happy. Reviewed on: 18th April 2021

Up to date with my account

5
Starling are great at keeping me instantly aware of every sale and purchase I make. So easy to use far better than any other bank I have used over the years Reviewed on: 18th April 2021

My Business Transfer

5
I was asked by RBS to switch banks, I checked the options and selected Starling. I was initially wary, I had been with RBS for 40years. I had no cause to worry, the transfer to Starling went very smoothly. I was kept updated and the transfer happened to plan. All payment commitments completed beyond my expectations. The app is so simple to use. I would highly recommend Starling Bank. Reviewed on: 18th April 2021

Business banking exceeding expectations

5
(Let me start by saying that this review relates to an account for a small Limited Company. I know that the process and rules are different for sole traders.) When I started my Ltd Co in May 2018 I needed a business account but had a bad credit history, so my choices were limited. I ended up with a provider I found slow, limited and expensive. So in August 2020 I decided to shop around. My criteria for my new bank were: • free banking • good reviews • full bank status • sustainable (profitable and stable) • business debit card (accepted as such, not flagged as a prepaid card) • integrations in place with my accountant's systems • able to deposit cheques occasionally with reasonable clearing time (days) • rapid transactions (credits to appear within minutes) • ideally, a reasonable ethical policy I got a shortlist from my accountant and set about researching the other criteria. Prior to this, I'd never heard of Starling, but it appeared to pqp asmeet all my criteria. Having installed the mobile "app", I set about applying for a Starling business account. This was a process clearly designed for online, covering identity checks for both me and my company. This all worked smoothly, being integrated with Companies House and credit reference agencies. Identification included having to speak on video as well as submitting my passport. The criteria also included checks on the nature of my business. My account was opened smoothly within a couple of days. What's my verdict seven months down the line? I have been extremely satisfied with my Starling business bank account. Everything has worked as it should. In addition to all the bullet points above, I've been pleased with advance notice of direct debit payments coming out, automatic recognition of recurring debit card payments, the facility to selectively enable or block online or in-person debit card transactions, and "spaces" to set aside money for liabilities such as VAT, Corporation Tax, wages etc. There's been only one occasion when I've needed to contact customer services (an account name spelling issue - incorrect use of capital letters) and this was resolved efficiently and courteously via the online chat in the mobile app. I was so satisfied that I have since switched my personal banking to Starling also. Reviewed on: 18th April 2021

Rapid Development - Incredible Experience

5
Starling bank I’ve been a phenomenal partner for our business as we have grown. What ever new features they develop it is clear they are hyper focused on improving our experience. Reviewed on: 18th April 2021

Best business account out there!

5
Having used a major high street bank for years. Then we started using Starling, the difference was immediate. It didn’t feel like we were using a banking app. But now after nearly 3 years, we can never imagine going back to the “analog age”. All the others are playing catch-up while we sit back and enjoy actually being in the digital age with Starling Bank. Top class!!!! Reviewed on: 18th April 2021

Great Bank

4
Absolutely fantastic bank. Easy to navigate, quick, efficient. Only dropped a star as there's a feature missing on the app to put customer created categories in for transactions. A little thing in an otherwise excellent app. Reviewed on: 18th April 2021

Great services

5
Whenever you call they there not computer talking to you. Reviewed on: 18th April 2021

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