Smart Money People Logo

Starling Bank: Current account reviews

4.94
Based on 27,453 reviews, last reviewed 8th May 2026
96% increase in 5 star reviews
in the past 90 days
200% increase in 1 star reviews
in the past 90 days
See only 5 star reviews
97%
See only 4 star reviews
3%
See only 3 star reviews
0%
See only 2 star reviews
0%
See only 1 star reviews
0%

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
Fay's avatar
Fay

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
Raj's avatar
Raj

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:

No-Nonsense

5
No waiting, no excuses, simple easy banking, they show the others how it should be done. Reviewed on: 3rd February 2023

Best bank by far

5
Have had such an easy experience with Starling. App easy to use. Five stars all round. Woud recommended to family and friends. Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

A very personal bank!

5
Starling have helped me beyond anything that any other bank has done. I'm 65 years old and I've never had a bank as wonderful as starling before. I'll never leave. It would be like leaving my family Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

Simplicity

5
Simple and secure banking that allows you to design the way you wish to save your money. Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

Brilliant

5
Easy to set up and a customer support group that deserves 10/10. I get a better exchange rate for my euros and no bank charge! What more could I ask for? Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

Forward thinking banking

5
Easy paying I system Friendly and very helpful customer service. Brilliant banking I have recommended to family and friends. App is easy to use and straight forward. I like the fact I get notified everytime money goes in or out of the bank. Great way of keeping spending under track. Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

Great bank! No frills, but excellent on every aspect!

5
Great bank! No frills, but excellent on every aspect! The way a modern bank should be. Highly recommended! Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

1st new bank account in 35 years

5
Opened a Starling account on recommendation from my Son as an easy account to use, good communication and transparency of service. Use alongside my old current account and each transaction when made whether outgoing or incoming is notified so giving great control. Ease of use and security is good Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

Splendid bank

5
I've banked with Starling for over 4 years. Their customer service is top notch. And so sar I have not had any banking or transactional issues. Comes highly recommended. Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

Awesome and easy

5
Great account with ease of use and excellent tools to budget and watch spending Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

not bad

4
It's easy to transfer money and still feels good to use. But deposit account limits feel restrictive. Reviewed on: 24th March 2022

Do you have a different Starling Bank product?

Share your experiences with products to help others make smarter financial decisions and learn more about different products available. Write a review

Want to see more from Starling Bank?

    View all products