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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.

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Starling Bank Current account reviews (27453)

Simply the best, better than all the rest

5
Starling for me is like the Apple of the Banking world. I want to be associated with the brand, it is easy to use and understand. It fits our needs personally as well as managing our finances via our joint account. Reviewed on: 25th March 2022

Great flexibility

5
I originally opted for this account because of our many holidays abroad. Although curtailed somewhat in the last couple of years I often use it as an alternative to cash for those small values items. The reassurance of my phone notifying me particularly when abroad is always reassuring. Reviewed on: 25th March 2022

I feel secure with Starling

5
Excellent app and security controls for payment authorisation. I feel that my money is safe and secure with Starling. Reviewed on: 25th March 2022

Love the app

5
I especially love "Spaces" for me to see my savings for specific items Reviewed on: 25th March 2022

Convenient, smart and friendly

5
Setting up my Starling account was easy and instant. It is very accessible and allows me to save money in a very simple way. Communication is great with people on the phone if you have any issues and new cards arrive swiftly. I highly recommend Starling. Reviewed on: 25th March 2022

Best banking experience I've ever had.

5
It gives me up to the minute information about every aspect of my account. Very easy to navigate and so quick; very impressive. Reviewed on: 25th March 2022

Great experience

5
So easy to set up, great communication to help through the process. Clean and simple app. Would recommend Reviewed on: 25th March 2022

I have an amazing experience with starling bank

5
Everything about your service just excellent Reviewed on: 25th March 2022

Starling Bank is my best bank

5
Starling bank is user friendly, secure and their staff are professional. Reviewed on: 25th March 2022

Starling is great!

5
Starling is truly a Star in online banking! Great website and easy to navigate even for this silver surfer! Reviewed on: 25th March 2022

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