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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

Current account

5
Quick and simple to set up an account initially. Live being able to bank cheques with a quick snap. Savings simple with spaces, set up for different things. Easy to set up new payments. Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

Fantastic app

5
Great bank and fantastic app. So easy to set up and the app is so good Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

Great item

5
I love this bank and their app!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

Fab for travel

5
A brilliant account especially for overseas travel. I’m a tech idiot but find the App practically fool-proof. Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

Great

5
I only use Starling bank on a very basic level but everything just works so well. Exactly what I need from a bank; easy depositing of cheques, clearance within 24 hours, an app which is simple and straightforward to use and total transparency. Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

Does what it says on the tin

5
Quick to set up had no problems excellent service Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

Easiest to set up from start to finish

5
This simply works from Day One. Works with everything. Even works with my Fitbit. What is not to like? Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

Easy to use

5
Easy set up, easy to navigate and most importantly easy to control your money. Clear, transparent banking in one place. Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

Gratifyingly easy

5
When M and S cut off my Current account, my heart sank at the prospect of having to get used to yet another different system. opening the Starling account was almost unbelievably easy and straightforward and that's how it's been since. I'm not that sophisticated with technology but have found what I need to do pretty intuitive and no anxieties. Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

Spaces are great

5
I use Spaces - they make domestic budgeting so simple Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

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