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Starling Bank: Current account reviews

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Based on 27,451 reviews, last reviewed 29th Apr 2026
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Latest highest rating:

5

Multi functional user of Starling I’ve used Starling on and off now for several years since the pandemic. This is primarily to manage savings, bill payments and access essential money ... Read more Reviewed on: 29th April 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 (27451)

Great account especially for travel

5
Easy to open and operate this account. Great for travel with excellent exchange rates and no fees Reviewed on: 8th February 2023

Easy to use bank

5
The app is very user friendly and easy to use. Clean user interface which makes using it a delight. Reviewed on: 8th February 2023

Starling Bank

5
So quick and easy to set up an account, and great for saving. I love the savings spaces feature which has helped me to budget my money monthly, and to save for things like holidays! Have recommended Starling Bank many times. Reviewed on: 8th February 2023

Easily accessible

5
Dealing with Starling is extremely simple and makes banking with them a breeze. Being able cash checks within the app, transfer money, and even spend money abroad at great rates and without fees is amazing. Highly recommend. Reviewed on: 8th February 2023

Fantastic app and customer service

5
I have a current account and it’s brilliant, love being able to use the different spaces to save up for different things coming up throughout the year! Helps me keep on track with saving and love how easy it is to use the app in general. Reviewed on: 8th February 2023

Good bank

5
Easy app, your queries are answered promptly. Reviewed on: 8th February 2023

Easy, fun and quick

5
Love how easy the app is and it categorises your spending for you allowing you to review your spending each month Reviewed on: 8th February 2023

Easy to store money and separate it out

4
I love the spaces within the starling account, it helps to separate money out and arrange for different payments. It gives me great visibility of my money and allows me to plan ahead and save where I need to Reviewed on: 8th February 2023

Banking made easy

5
Simple to setup and manage, use as my main account now it's that good, security made easy with push notifications requesting approvals and handy charts showing you where your money is coming and going. Reviewed on: 8th February 2023

Very good banking experience

5
The app is great, I love the spaces option you have (though it'd be better if it took from spaces if you run low on money rather than not pay direct debits!) Reviewed on: 7th February 2023

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