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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)

Keeping finances on track

5
Starling is excellent at keeping my finances on track, as I can see exactly what is coming out of my account. Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

It just works!

5
Starling banking app runs smoothly and effortlessly. On the rare occasion I have contacted Customer Support they have responded immediately, very efficiently and helpful. Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

Improved my life

5
Recently went abroad on holiday and it was great to use my Starling card , great way to monitor spending etc. Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

Easy to open and brilliant app

5
I opened this to have a second current account but find I am using it more and more. The app is incredibly useful and intuitive. Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

Everything is simple & straightforward

5
It was easy to get an account set up. It literally took minutes. I love that you get instant notifications when money goes in or out. The App is simple & intuitive and being able to scan cheques to get them paid into your account was a revelation. Not sure how they could have made it simpler! Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

Best bank ever

5
The app is soo easy to use. Simple to set up. And best off all free Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

No selling bulll____ while checking in

4
It does what I need without the subtle little ads nudging me to products I do not ask for or require. Log on - log off. Simple but with a satisfying feeling everything is in its financial place. Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

Online bank

5
No problems whatsoever with Starling great online bank Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

Quick and easy

5
Easy to navigate app instant response to any transaction Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

Great bank.good customer service

4
Excellent bank.quick clearing.good customer service. Brilliant app. Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

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