Top Bank Accounts for 2021
The top bank accounts based on student reviews collected over 2020.
Want to know what bank accounts are best for students? So did we. So we asked them. We surveyed 350 students on our Student Hut Opinion Panel to bring you the best student essentials. Students ranked the best bank accounts out of 10, on things like overdraft allowance, cashback, rewards, referral schemes and ease of use. Here are the best bank accounts for students.
1. Starling Bank
Launching in 2014, Starling has quickly taken the world of student banking by storm. Renowned for it's award-winning app, this flexible bank features excellent customer support and budgeting tools.
2. Monzo
So popular that it spawned the phrase "Monzo me the cash", this bank is ideal for students and travellers alike.
Monzo’s coral red card could be perfect for you with an easy-to-use app interface and no international transaction charges.
3. Nationwide FlexStudent
Nationwide’s FlexStudent account is a firm favourite with students, and it’s easy to see why. As well as being the UK's only fee-free provider, they offer a tiered overdraft scheme of up to £3,000 over your three years at uni.
4. Santander 1|2|3 Student
Being a student comes with its fair share of train travel; whether that’s going home to see the parents, or visiting friends at other unis. Well, Santander’s 1|2|3 student account comes with a free 16-25 railcard, saving a third on all fares.
5. Barclays Student Account
Barclays’ intuitive banking app makes keeping track of your finances easier than ever. Students can also get cashback on highstreet purchases in tonnes of clothes stores and food chains!
6. Lloyds Student Account
Lloyds make banking uncomplicated for students. Their simple, easy-to-navigate app makes moving money around quick and easy, while integrations with Apple Pay and Google Pay make purchases on the go seamless.
7. Revolut
Another app-based banking option, Revolut comes with no hidden fees or exchange rates, making it the perfect student travelling companion. Perks include £200 a month in free international ATM withdrawals.
8. NatWest Student Account
NatWest gives students the choice of three great offers when they sign up for a student account. Along with an interest-free overdraft of up to £2,000, you can get a free Amazon Prime Student membership, a tastecard, or a National Express Coachcard.
9. HSBC Student Bank Account
HSBC’s banking app is pretty much tailor-made for students. It allows you to pay your mates at the tap of a button, making those restaurant bills and taxi fares even easier to split.