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6,164
TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.4

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Review summary

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Looking at 281 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently highlight the clear, user-friendly website, finding online account management straightforward. Many appreciate the competitive interest rates, often better than other providers, and consistently praise the helpful, friendly, and quick-responding customer service. However, some customers noted difficulties with online systems, describing them as complex or not user-friendly, and experienced long wait times for support. A few also found mortgage applications and ISA transfers slow, with some dissatisfaction regarding existing customer interest rates versus new offers.

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Customer service

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User experience

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Service

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Price

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Website

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

My overall experience is very good. I find their savings and cash ISA rates very competitive and I have now been saving with them for around 5 years and no issues. The only reason I haven't given 5... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've been pretty pleased with Aldermore for several years after a friend gave me a recommendation. A clear and pleasant website (makes such a difference!), fair interest rates and good customer servic... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been with Aldermore for many years. Their ISA interest rate is very competitive, I can access my account online, and if I need any extra customer support, I can ring the help desk and speak to... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A long a rather convoluted phone call with them this morning but the lady who dealt with our request (Claire) was brilliant..patient and helpful..service of this high standard means we continue, after... See more


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We launched Aldermore in 2009 to help those with ideas, big or small, with the courage to take their own paths. From farmers to freelancers, our specialist lending and savings accounts can give you the support you need to help make things happen. We are here for those with ambition, because your success is our success. We call it banking for the bold. To get in touch, follow this link: www.aldermore.co.uk/help-centre/contact-us


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A genuine company with an excellent and…

A genuine company with an excellent and accessible Customer Service, real people/real phone number! Also one of the very few non "Bank of Kowloon" outfits which offers monthly interest and at highly competitive rates, thank you so much!!

12 June 2026
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Reply from Aldermore Bank

We're so glad to hear you appreciate our customer service and competitive rates. Thank you for your wonderful feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellence

Excellent deposit rates, simple to open. Have used previously and a returning customer. Website is so easy to navigate.

9 June 2026
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Reply from Aldermore Bank

We're so glad you're a returning customer and find our deposit rates excellent and our website easy to use. We appreciate your kind words!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Service user excellent

Service user excellent, she generated more money for me

8 June 2026
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Reply from Aldermore Bank

We are delighted to hear of your positive experience and appreciate your kind words.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

absolutely archaic processes that…

absolutely archaic processes that require 7 days of snail mail to do anything, website feels like it was made by a student ten years ago. Not a modern banking experience.

10 June 2026
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Reply from Aldermore Bank

Hi David, we're sorry this has been your experience. If you’d like to discuss your review and the points raised, then please message savings.feedback@aldermore.co.uk with your full name, email address associated with your account and postcode, we’ll contact you directly. Thank you

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant service

Brilliant service. Offer competitive interest rates. Good communication. Can’t fault them.

8 June 2026
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Reply from Aldermore Bank

We are so glad you had such a positive experience with us. Thank you for your kind words!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

An excellent banking experience

I have banked with several better known financial companies and opened an account with Aldermore several years ago. They offer very competitive rates and I have found them a plasure to deal with. I have now transferred several more accounts to Aldermore as they mature simply because I think they are better.

9 June 2026
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Reply from Aldermore Bank

We are so pleased to hear about your positive experience with us and that you find our rates competitive. Thank you for choosing us for your banking needs!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Poor customer service and management

Poor customer service, happy to open accounts but no help to close. Manager unavailable.

8 June 2026
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Reply from Aldermore Bank

We’re sorry this has been your experience and would like to look into this for you. Please message savings.feedback@aldermore.co.uk with your full name, contact number and postcode, and we’ll contact you directly. Thank you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The website works very nicely.

The website works very nicely enables you to get to the section of interest to you.To early to comment further just about to fund the account.

5 June 2026
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Reply from Aldermore Bank

We're glad our website navigation was helpful. We appreciate your positive feedback and look forward to your continued experience.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Have been with Aldermore quite a long…

Have been with Aldermore quite a long time now.
Savings rates are competitive and fair. Customer phone service people are really helpful too.
Good company to deal with.

2 June 2026
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Reply from Aldermore Bank

We're so happy to hear you've had such a positive, long-standing experience with us. We truly appreciate your kind words about our rates and service!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

If you want to talk to someone don't hold your breath

If you want to talk to someone don't hold your breath! I've been sat here waiting to talk to someone in Customer Service for for 26 minutes and I'm the first person in the queue! I spoke to them two week ago and was caller number 18 and waited over an hour. So frustrating..... I just don't understand how people can call this good customer service.

5 June 2026
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Reply from Aldermore Bank

We’re sorry this has been your experience and would like to look into this for you. Please message savings.feedback@aldermore.co.uk with your full name, contact number and postcode, and we’ll contact you directly. Thank you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

EASY ACCESS ONLINE

EASY ACCESS ONLINE, RELIABLE INSTITUTION , ALDERMORE TEAM VERY EFFICIENT AND VERY CONTACTABLE.

2 June 2026
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Reply from Aldermore Bank

We're so glad you found our online access easy and our team efficient and contactable. Thank you for your kind words!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

All the staff are extremely helpful and…

All the staff are extremely helpful and all the savings accounts offer a great choice to suit all that wish to save for the future.

4 June 2026
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Reply from Aldermore Bank

We're so glad to hear you find our staff helpful and our savings accounts suitable for your future plans. Thank you for your kind words!

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Terrible procedure for transferring ISA

Terrible procedure for transferring money from matured Aldermore ISA to new ISA. On the plus side, good telephone support when it all goes wrong. But it is major headache transferring to a new Aldermore ISA

2 June 2026
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Reply from Aldermore Bank

Hi Ferguson, we're sorry you've had difficulty transferring an ISA with us. Thanks for providing the additional information. We aren't aware of any issues with our online service, and pleased that our team were on hand to help you.

For future reference if needed, we have a handy guide on our website here:

https://www.aldermore.co.uk/savings-accounts/personal-savings-accounts/personal-savings-help-and-support/isa-help/transferring-an-isa/

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Speedy and clear

28 May 2026
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Reply from Aldermore Bank

Thanks for your review Oklahoma, we're pleased to hear the experience was quick and clear for you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very efficient bank

Very efficient bank, very competitive rates of interest.Thank you Aldermore.

27 May 2026
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Reply from Aldermore Bank

We are so happy to hear you're pleased with our efficiency and rates. Thank you for your kind words!

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Waiting times to speak with someone?

I’ve had my account with Aldermore for many years, once you actually speak with an advisor they are always polite and helpful but…… trying to get through is an absolute nightmare, you have to hold on and wait for ages; the other day I waited for 55 minutes and today (as I’m leaving this review) I’m currently on 32 minutes and I’m apparently the “3rd person in the queue” still.
The number and account recognition system doesn’t work - never does; that’s a pain!!

29 May 2026
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Reply from Aldermore Bank

Hi Russell Smith, thanks for your review. We've reached out to ask for some additional information to help us investigate and respond to your review. Please do send that so we can look into your feedback.

Thanks

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Will keep taking payments!

missleading. You finish an agreement, make all your payments then they try to claim you never own the machine and they try to force you to sell it or keep making payments to them. They're a total rip off. Nothing was explained to me like this and do the usual 'its all in the agreement' yeah, the small print no one bothers to read. AWFUL.

28 May 2026
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Reply from Aldermore Bank

Hi Madascheese, we're sorry to hear your review and experience with us.

We have investigated your agreement with us, and we have responded to you separately regarding the points raised above and next steps should you wish to follow up further.

Thanks again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good service.

Good service.

24 May 2026
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Reply from Aldermore Bank

Thanks for your review Richard, we're pleased you've found our service to be good.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Interest rate on the Isa was falling…

The interest rate on the Isa was falling but moving to a new fixed rate Isawas straightforward, and the telephone staff were extremely helpful.

26 May 2026
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Reply from Aldermore Bank

We are pleased we could make your ISA transfer straightforward. Our team is always ready to assist.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Cannot access online

Normally I don’t have an issue with them but over the last 3 days I cannot access my account saying server is down. I did ring their customer service 2 days ago as it did worry me and they said they were having issues and were looking to resolve it. It’s still down which I didn’t expect from such a big company. I am looking in to alternative banking for peace of mind but I really don’t want the hassle of changing. Get it sorted Aldermore or you could lose customers.

25 May 2026
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Reply from Aldermore Bank

Hi Val, the technical issue affecting our online banking and account opening services has now been resolved. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused.

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