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Name: Instant Access Savings
Rating: 3.74 (12 reviews)

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3.74

Based on 12 reviews, last reviewed 17th Apr 2026

200% increase in 5 star reviews

in the past 90 days

100% decrease in 1 star reviews

in the past 90 days

75%

3 star

2 star

17%

Latest highest rating:

5

Decent interest rate which hasn't dropped since open... Decent interest rate which hasn't dropped since opening. Reviewed on: 17th April 2026

Latest lowest rating:

1

The worst bank I have ever used. The worst bank I have ever used. When I opened a savings account, it took many days before I could access the account (other banks I have used usually... Read more Reviewed on: 1st January 2026

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Ulster Bank Instant Access Savings reviews (12)

Decent interest rate which hasn't dropped since open...

Decent interest rate which hasn't dropped since opening. Reviewed on: 17th April 2026

Competitive savings rates, challenging set up process

Recommendation from Martin Lewis website as providing very competitive interest rates for instant access accounts. Setting up the account proved to be a nightmare however and in stark contrast to pure online banking which is much slicker. Once I’d finally got the account set up, the process is very good (with a market leading interest rates) Reviewed on: 11th February 2026

Lucky to find Ulster bank savings account

Lucky to find Ulster bank savings account with a top interest rate It was easy to set up and use Reviewed on: 23rd January 2026

The worst bank I have ever used.

The worst bank I have ever used. When I opened a savings account, it took many days before I could access the account (other banks I have used usually allow almost instant access). I was repeatedly lied to about how long it would take for me to be able to deposit money - the customer service is terrible. When it came to getting money out the website wanted me to use a card (which I had not been given) with a card reader (which I had not been given). Trying to get help, I was again lied to repeatedly. The moronic chat app didn't have a clue what I was asking, then when I eventually spoke to a human they told me to ring someone to make a transfer. The person I rang was not able to do the transfer, and the person I communicated with via the chat app kept telling me to use the app. Eventually I gave in and downloaded the app, but even it does not let you access more than £750. The app is terrible - many features do not work, and several times the app reset and I had to start over. Easy-access bank accounts I have had with other banks allow easy transfer to your nominated bank account within the same day - it seems like I will be waiting until later next week before I can get access to my Ulster bank savings. Reviewed on: 1st January 2026

Good interest rate

Good interest rate on savings and a clear easy to use mobile app Reviewed on: 14th April 2024

Signing up was quick and easy.

Signing up was quick and easy. I loved that I can do everything online. All of the information was clear and informative. Plus, the interest rate on their savings account was one of the best on the market. Reviewed on: 4th April 2024

Very good.

Very good. Very nice. Hello chicken nugget! Reviewed on: 6th March 2024

Better interest rates on easy withdrawal savings acc...

Better interest rates on easy withdrawal savings account Reviewed on: 18th February 2024

Can't be beaten

Loyalty saver is paying 5.2% and money is easily transferred in and out with no penalty Reviewed on: 15th February 2024

Excellent rate and a handy app, on the few occasions...

Excellent rate and a handy app, on the few occasions I have needed to speak to them it has always been easy Reviewed on: 30th January 2024

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