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Starling - Mobile Banking

Starling - Mobile Banking

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2.7K ratings
1317 reviews
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💰 Finance
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • February 21, 2019
  • August 13, 2026

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Developer

STARLING BANK LIMITED
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Manage personal, business, and joint finances with a seamless mobile banking experience. Enjoy fee-free international transactions, advanced budgeting tools, and secure, human support. It offers features for individuals, families, and businesses, making banking simple and satisfying.

✓Fee-free overseas spending and ATM withdrawals
✓Virtual 'Spaces' for saving and budgeting
✓Real-time payment notifications and spending insights
✓Automated bill management
✓Seamless international money transfers
✓Digital cheque deposits
✓24/7 in-app human support
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Starling. Based on 2.7K reviews and a 4.9/5 average, it highlights the 8 positives and 7 negatives reviewers mention most about this Finance app.

Positive things

  • 👍Easy to use app
  • 🚀Instant transactions
  • 🔒Secure banking
  • 💡Useful features like Spaces
  • 👍Excellent customer service
  • 🚀Fast and reliable
  • 👍Intuitive and well-designed
  • 👍Great for budgeting and saving

Negative things

  • 🐛App crashes and freezes
  • 🔒Overly strict security measures
  • 💰Fees for cash deposits
  • 🚫Inability to open certain account types
  • 🚫Declined payments with no explanation
  • 🚫Restricted access to accounts
  • 🐛Inconsistent app performance
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What's New in Starling

4.62.0

August 13, 2026

Did you know we have an Easy Saver? You earn interest on any money you save in it, and you can move money in and out of it whenever you need to. There’s also no minimum deposit. To apply for an Easy Saver, head to the ‘Spaces’ section of the app.

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User reviews

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Brilliant

Great bank to use love having spaces for different things
Wendywoo777Wendywoo777

I love Starling Bank

I love Starling Bank for the interest in my savings space which I can increase or decrease whenever I want and also it’s the easiest bank in the uk to create a new payee and pay them immediately and securely with a secure bank transfer .
Nog69Nog69

A1

Easiest banking I have ever done. Had it for a couple of years now.
Wordery21Wordery21

Mostly very good

My only issue is how long it takes to change the password. I’m always forgetting it and have to wait what seems a long time before I can make a payment/ transfer but also appreciate that it’s better to be safe than sorry
Fi P-RFi P-R

Quality

Best App ever💪
Ororor1Ororor1
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Login issues after phone updates

Bug

Inability to record video for verification

Bug

App crashes on certain devices

Bug

Delayed or failed money transfers

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Requested Features

7 requests

Joint account cards with different designs

Feature

Ability to set up automatic transfers to savings

Feature

More customization options for Spaces

Feature

Integration with password managers

Feature

Showing pending payments in balance

Feature

Daily balance history view

Feature

Ability to split transactions into categories

Feature

FAQ

What does this banking app do?

This app provides a comprehensive mobile banking experience for personal, business, and joint accounts. It allows users to manage their money seamlessly, offering features like fee-free overseas transactions, advanced budgeting tools, and secure payment functionalities. It aims to simplify and enhance everyday banking.

What are the key features of this banking app?

Key features include no overseas fees for card usage or ATM withdrawals, virtual 'Spaces' for saving and budgeting, real-time payment notifications, spending insights to track expenses, and a Bills Manager to set aside money for bills. It also facilitates easy international transfers and digital cheque deposits.

Is this banking app free to use?

Yes, applying for a bank account is free. The app itself is free to download and use for managing your personal, business, or joint accounts. There are no monthly fees for business accounts, and no hidden fees or exchange rate markups on international transfers.

What kind of accounts can I open with this app?

You can open personal accounts, business accounts, and joint accounts. Additionally, there is a free debit card and app called Kite designed for children aged 6-15, which integrates with adult Starling accounts for better visibility and control.

How is my money protected with this app?

Your money is covered up to £120,000 by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme. The app also offers robust security features, including the ability to lock your card in-app and control payment settings like contactless, online, gambling, and swipe payments. You also have access to 24/7 in-app support from real humans.