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Starling Bank: Current account reviews

4.94
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.

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 (27453)

Review of the Starling Bank, Current account:

Dead wood

2
They stopped developing and moving on. Also, I will take decision my self when and how much to invest into cryptocurrencies. Reviewed on: 26th January 2023

Brilliant bank!

5
So easy to use with the best banking app available Great customer service Reviewed on: 3rd April 2022

Amazing online bank

5
It's really easy to sign up for Starling. The app its self is very easy to use. You can pay I cheques via the app, it's very adaptable. Reviewed on: 3rd April 2022

More control of your money

5
Very responsive customer services Reviewed on: 3rd April 2022

Amazing

5
I have only been with them a few months, but I can't find fault with anything. I love all the different features, especially the safety features. Reviewed on: 3rd April 2022

Outstanding

5
Right from the initial account opening experience, through to the (very rare) occasions I’ve needed to contact Starling’s support team (conveniently via in app messaging), it has been an outstanding experience. Everything is just so clean and simple. Long may it continue. Reviewed on: 3rd April 2022

Simple yet effective

5
Using the app allows me to manage my finances really simply, but not in a detrimental way - I have access to everything I need and using it is clear and easy. Reviewed on: 3rd April 2022

Perfection

5
Starling is everything I need or look for in my bank. Reviewed on: 3rd April 2022

Excellent app and easy to use

5
I like the clarity of the app which makes the account easy to use and comprehend. Notifications are speedier than other banks provide. Reviewed on: 3rd April 2022

True ease and fantastic customers service

5
Who says a challenger digital bank can't be a grown up Bank too. My salary goes into my Starling CA and they have been great at responding to me whenever I need documentation, discuss disputes or need any help. Simplicity, reliability and fantastic human touch. Reviewed on: 3rd April 2022

The best bank

5
Great customer service, instant account updates, great app Reviewed on: 3rd April 2022

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