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Starling Bank: Current account reviews

4.87
Based on 27,453 reviews, last reviewed 8th May 2026
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Latest highest rating:

5

Fantastic bank Excellent online app, as soon as you withdraw cash from ATM or use debit card, you get a notification straight away letting you know its left your acc... Read more Reviewed on: 8th May 2026
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Latest lowest rating:

1

NO freedom of choice! I switched my starling account for another UK bank account to get a switching offer, however, when I've tried to reopen a Starling Bank account. . . I... Read more Reviewed on: 31st March 2026
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About this product

Starling Bank offer a current account that allows you to track your spending across 56 categories.

You can manage your current account through Starling Bank’s award-winning app. Current accounts include the option to set up Saving Spaces which are like virtual change jars within your account.

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Starling Bank Current account reviews (27453)

Absolutely the best bank since sliced bread.

5
Exceptional service from a great bank all staff that I've dealt with over the past three years have been great. Reviewed on: 20th February 2021

Bank who care for you

5
No matter your issue starling bank are always there to talk to. Live chat available all the time being able to talk to someone on live chat within 5 minutes at 11pm when I had a issue was great. They always take any feedback and ideas and put them into action. Thank you starling Reviewed on: 20th February 2021

So accessible!

5
My partner recommended Starling Bank. I was a bit apprehensive at first for two reasons. 1. as it’s all online and I wasn’t sure how safe it would be and 2. I’m terrible with technology so I thought it might not be for me. How wrong I was! It’s so easy to use and it’s on my phone so it’s to hand when needed. I love that it has ‘Spaces’ so you can move money there if you’re saving for something and it won’t get eaten up so to speak! It’s the best choice I ever made banking wise. Thank you Starling Bank! Reviewed on: 20th February 2021

Best bank I've ever used!

5
I will never use a traditional "bricks and mortar bank" ever again. Starling Bank app for me has revolutionised how to utilise and control my finances than I ever could with " no help off Nationwide". Starling is #1. Reviewed on: 20th February 2021

Smart spp

5
A simple and easy app to use and navigate around. No waiting on the bank to clear a transaction, payment can be released through the app. Account was quick and easy to set up and transfer. Reviewed on: 20th February 2021

Excellent experience

5
Professional reliable company with a great and easy to navigate banking app. Reviewed on: 19th February 2021

Banking made easy

5
Easy banking, love the saving spaces, analysis on where your money is spent each month. Instant notifications on deposits and spending Reviewed on: 19th February 2021

The best bank

5
Has made managing my money so much easier. I couldn't go back to an old 'high street bank'! Reviewed on: 19th February 2021

I love the card options

5
Especially the option of 'controlling your card' Reviewed on: 19th February 2021

Great banking that keeps improving

5
We love Starling, so easy to use yet gives confidence about security too. Love the fact that it over the last year or so, they've introduced account verification on setting up new payments plus additional authorisation for unusual transactions via the app. Even the winter then for the app is a bit of fun. Keep up the good work Starling. Have already recommended to all our friends and family. Reviewed on: 19th February 2021

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