Smart Money People Logo

Starling Bank: Current account reviews

4.94
Based on 27,453 reviews, last reviewed 8th May 2026
96% increase in 5 star reviews
in the past 90 days
200% increase in 1 star reviews
in the past 90 days
See only 5 star reviews
97%
See only 4 star reviews
3%
See only 3 star reviews
0%
See only 2 star reviews
0%
See only 1 star reviews
0%

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
Fay's avatar
Fay

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
Raj's avatar
Raj

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.

Review Starling Bank: Current account now

Help others make smarter decisions by sharing your own experience. Write a review

Starling Bank Current account reviews (27453)

Simple Banking

5
I have never been with a bank that explains everything in such simple terms. What you see is what you get. Reviewed on: 22nd January 2021

The bank that just works

5
With Starling I know exactly what is going on, no matter the time of day. Their connected card is amazing and has helped me support my friends and family in an organised way. Plus their spaces section has let me control where my money goes quickly and efficiently. I love starling! Reviewed on: 22nd January 2021

Best bank

5
Great bank that keep you up to date with any movement from your account and any up coming changes Reviewed on: 22nd January 2021

Fabulous way to bank

5
Always in control, the app is easy, quick and clear. I have recommended to all my family and we are all now using this great digital secure bank. Reviewed on: 22nd January 2021

Innovative

5
This has been a great account to travel with. Limits liability and instant confirmation of spend in Sterling when spending in other currencies. Reviewed on: 22nd January 2021

On the ball

5
A great app easy to use, updated frequently, customer service is customer focused. I would like to see international money transfers made easier (India) , I received prompt help with online fraud shopping and refund. Reviewed on: 22nd January 2021

It's a great bank to be with

5
I love it when u text me straight away to tell me how much I spent when I use my card. Great Bank to be with Gareth s winser-payne Reviewed on: 22nd January 2021

Amazing bank

5
So easy to set up, easy to use, brilliant app with brilliant features. Love the fact when you have to verify a payment you just log into the app & confirm- rather than your payment being declined by fraud and 40 mins of phone calls to other banks! Love spaces, where you can save- really easy to see where your money is & so many cool features! Reviewed on: 22nd January 2021

Easy and convenient 24/7

5
Simple and easy in presentation and use. Helps me plan, budget and save for larger expenses. Great down-to-earth functional banking :) Reviewed on: 22nd January 2021

Brilliant

5
I love the connected accounts. It’s enabled me to give my Dad’s carer a card to his account with no risk attached Reviewed on: 22nd January 2021

Do you have a different Starling Bank product?

Share your experiences with products to help others make smarter financial decisions and learn more about different products available. Write a review

Want to see more from Starling Bank?

    View all products