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Starling Bank: Current account reviews

4.87
Based on 27,464 reviews, last reviewed 26th Aug 2026
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Latest highest rating:

5

Great app Great app and when my account wa hacked, I received my money back pretty quickly. Reviewed on: 26th August 2026
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Latest lowest rating:

1

Avoid Starling Bank they don't let you use your own... Avoid Starling Bank they don't let you use your own money by stopping you transferring it between your own accounts and also returned a £20 direct deb... Read more Reviewed on: 21st August 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.

Starling Bank current account reviews help you find out what it’s like to be a customer. If you’ve used Starling Bank before, you can also leave a review and share your experience.

Starling Bank Current account reviews (27464)

Review of the Starling Bank, Current account:

Good bank

5
Been with Monzo and Starling banks Starling stands out with fee free atm abroad , free cash deposit at post office, low overdraft fees and just feel better. Reviewed on: 7th February 2020

Straight forward good service

5
Such a relief to have access to your account quickly and any query receives a prompt clear responsep Reviewed on: 22nd January 2021

mrs

4
superb very helpful and good service.im very happy with sertling thank you Reviewed on: 22nd January 2021

Everyone should have one

5
Everyone needs a STARLING bank account because it is easy to use and safe and secure. I use mine in all situations where I want to transact but the environment doesn't feel "ideal". I only have a set amount in the account which I top up from my offset bank account and that makes me feel comfortable transacting contactless or online because I know there is a ceiling. I also moved my business bank account to STARLING and now I don't pay high monthly charges to a bank that deliver nothing in return! Reviewed on: 22nd January 2021

Excellent service

5
Nothing is impossible for them and the impossible will also be achieved by determination Reviewed on: 22nd January 2021

All round excellent

5
From the outset this bank impressed. Account set up and card received within 24 hours. Brilliant foreign currency rates even when abroad and no charges. A slick and intuitive app that covers all normal eventualities. Overall an excellent company. Reviewed on: 22nd January 2021

just plain simple.

5
everything i want and maybe a little more! this bank does what i need it to, and feels mature compared to some of the other fintechs. now if only they could sort out how to integrate marketplace a bit better. Reviewed on: 22nd January 2021

Epic

5
My funds are safe and I feel safe banking with starling due it's safer than SAFE banking. The app is wicked to use, quick and easy. Transfer funds and paying bills not worrying at all with all the safety measures in place. Brilliant bank. Thanks starling bank. Reviewed on: 22nd January 2021

I love Starling

5
I was looking for a simple online account, I found Starling and haven't looked back. It is simple, the APP is easy to navigate, you don't get lots of marketing and gimmicks like other suppliers- simply it's great! Reviewed on: 22nd January 2021

I love Starling!

5
So easy to open a current account and the app is very user friendly Reviewed on: 22nd January 2021

Easy & Secure

5
Easy and secure to use and balance is always up to date. The ability to round up spending and save in the 'Spaces' feature is excellent . Reviewed on: 22nd January 2021

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