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4.58
Based on 793 reviews, last reviewed 21st May 2025
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Latest highest rating:

5

I had a technical issue with transferring to the new... I had a technical issue with transferring to the new website. It took a while to find out what the problem was, but Donnika was very patient and locat... Read more Reviewed on: 21st May 2025
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Adrian N

Latest lowest rating:

2

Let down by poor website, login and on-line banking Good: Occasional good rates for savings. Poor: website - esp.. the redesign. White on turquoise was always poor - low contrast. Too much text is grey... Read more Reviewed on: 21st May 2025
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Family Building Society Savings reviews (793)

Review of the Family Building Society, Savings:

Locked out of my account and had amazing service fro...

5
Locked out of my account and had amazing service from Steph McGrath helping me set up on the new online system. Very patient and understanding. Fabulous customer service. Reviewed on: 20th May 2025

I had a technical issue with transferring to the new...

5
I had a technical issue with transferring to the new website. It took a while to find out what the problem was, but Donnika was very patient and located the problem very professionally and provided excellent customer support. Reviewed on: 21st May 2025

Very helpful customer services from Gus

5
Very helpful customer services from Gus Reviewed on: 21st May 2025

Let down by poor website, login and on-line banking

2
Good: Occasional good rates for savings. Poor: website - esp.. the redesign. White on turquoise was always poor - low contrast. Too much text is grey on white - also lacking contrast. New online-banking seems to be designed entirely for use on narrow screens. Too much empty white space around. Account info in panels - when each account in its own line would be easier to compare. Statements are in reverse date order. How can we compare that to a paper statement or spreadsheet in normal date order ? When re-sizing the browser window, statement items stretch or compress unhelpfully. Fixed Rate Account details do not mention the maturity date. Are any Customers asked about web-design ? (Never rely on a web-designer - more interested in looks than usability.) Lastly, Login for online-banking needs improvement. 1. Warning of phone call. 2. Sooner delivery of 6-digit code (12 seconds is too long). 3. Slower speaking of Passcode. 4. Repeat Passcode. And as I compose this, I have just had a second text to voice call from an Unknown Number - which turns out to be a Passcode - but with no clue as to who it is from - and hours after I've finished On-line banking. Reviewed on: 21st May 2025

Young lady 'tothe rescue.'

5
Being bamboozled by modern IT technology I was unable to enrol for the online service. I telephoned the Helpline and was extremely lucky that my call was answered by a young lady named Ellissa Agodi. She was very knowledgeable and guided me through the whole convoluted process. She was patient and demonstrated a sound knowledge of her work. To that young lady I say a heartfelt 'Thank You.' Denis Wheeler. Reviewed on: 21st May 2025

The patience of a Saint.

5
I required assistance with online savings. Ms. Lisa Adams assisted me with the latest FBS product knowledge, and assisted me online to open a bond and cash ISA. Reviewed on: 21st May 2025

Quick clear and simple to understand

5
Quick clear and simple to understand Reviewed on: 21st May 2025

Polite and Knowledgeable response to my telephone en...

5
Polite and Knowledgeable response to my telephone enquiry. The products provide are appropriate for my requirements Reviewed on: 21st May 2025

Polite and helpful service

5
Ellissa was extremely polite and helpful, and I had great pleasure in talking to her. We had a few laughs along the way too, which always helps! A real credit to FBS. Reviewed on: 21st May 2025

Ellissa Agodi was very helpful.

5
Ellissa Agodi was very helpful... understood my problem, dealt with it quickly and efficiently. Problem solved with no fuss and good humour. Reviewed on: 21st May 2025

very helpful and sorted my problem with your IT

5
very helpful and sorted my problem with your IT Reviewed on: 21st May 2025

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