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Tide Bank Review

Comprehensive review and analysis of Tide Bank's digital banking services

Quick Facts

Founded
2015
Head Office
United Kingdom
Active Customers
450,000+
Total Funding
£150 million
Employees
800+
App Store Rating
4.6/5

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Quick account opening
  • Integrated accounting
  • Free transfers
  • Expense management
  • API access
  • Multi-user access

Cons

  • Business-only accounts
  • Cash deposit fees
  • Limited international features
  • Some features require premium

Supported Countries

  • United Kingdom

Fees

  • Basic Account Free
  • Plus Account £9.99/month
  • Cashback Account £49.99/month
  • Cash Deposits £1 at Post Office
  • Foreign Transactions 0.5%

Overview

Tide Bank has revolutionized business banking since 2015. Their platform combines essential banking services with business tools, offering a comprehensive solution for small businesses and entrepreneurs.

Key Features

Banking Services

  • Business current account
  • Expense cards
  • Mobile banking
  • Direct debits
  • Standing orders
  • International payments

Business Tools

  • Invoice creation
  • Expense tracking
  • Receipt scanning
  • Accounting integration
  • Payment reminders
  • Cash flow insights

Team Management

  • Multi-user access
  • Role permissions
  • Team cards
  • Spending controls
  • Activity tracking
  • Approval workflows

Additional Services

  • API integration
  • Payroll services
  • Business loans
  • Payment processing
  • Marketplace
  • Business support

Security Features

  • Bank-level encryption
  • Two-factor authentication
  • Role-based access
  • Transaction monitoring
  • Fraud detection
  • Device management

Customer Support

  • 24/7 support
  • Priority service
  • Member support
  • Help center
  • Business guides
  • Community forum

Verdict

Tide Bank excels in providing comprehensive digital banking services for businesses. Their combination of banking features and business tools makes them particularly valuable for small businesses and entrepreneurs looking to streamline their financial operations.

While the platform is limited to business accounts with some premium features requiring paid plans, the free tier offers solid functionality for most small businesses. The main limitations are the cash deposit fees and limited international features, but for UK businesses seeking a modern digital banking solution, Tide Bank offers an excellent package.