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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)

Easiest to contact during pandemic

5
Live chats and phone lines were barely effected by lockdown, reissued card when there was a worry about a data breach from another company Reviewed on: 19th February 2021

Customer Service - excellent; and Card delivery - very fast

5
The customer service staff are excellent that response my questions through live chat very efficient. I reordered the Debit Card last year through the App because the old card could not work, and the card can be delivered within 2 working days by mail, really fast! Reviewed on: 19th February 2021

Good at what they do

5
Easy to use and navigate, practical, support at hand, innovative and just what’s needed in the 21st Century. Reviewed on: 19th February 2021

Beautiful business model that will lead the future of banking

5
I am with them for the past few years, their business model is very good and I believe that they will lead the way for the future of the banking system. I wish most banks were like Starling Reviewed on: 19th February 2021

Brilliant

5
I’ve used all the major banks over the years but none have come close to Starling, Their app is incredibly easy to use despite having all the features and more than other banks. Starling is definitely the future of banking. Reviewed on: 19th February 2021

Amazing

5
Easy to use and convenient. Great for tracking your spendings. Reviewed on: 19th February 2021

Innovative forward thinking bank

5
Starling bank values their customers and that is shown by the services they provide. For any person that travels there are No transaction fees for cash withdrawals from ATM's in multiple countries. Travellers cheques are now a thing of the past. You can do any bank transaction online easily and seamlessly. The customer support is first class unlike high street banks. Reviewed on: 18th February 2021

Five star service

5
Always easy to get in touch and sort out problems with super professional customer advisers. Reviewed on: 18th February 2021

Awesome bank - fit for the future

5
You always feel like this bank actually cares about its customers - no gimmicks but it makes full use of technology to provide a seamless service Reviewed on: 18th February 2021

Brilliant

5
I love this account, having the spaces for your separate spending or saving money is a big plus for me and used all the time. The app is very easy to use for all your Banking requirements and helps me keep a track on my spending each month. Would 100% recommend to anyone any age. Reviewed on: 18th February 2021

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