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A weekly roundup of first direct's key feedback

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Complex Transfers

Many users find the process of transferring money overly complicated, with unnecessary steps and unclear interface elements. Approximately 15% of users have expressed frustration with the increased number of steps required for simple transactions, which detracts from the app's usability. Example: 'Transferring money now requires several more screens and button presses than before, making it a bad UI design.'

Transferring money now requires several more screens and button presses than before, making it a bad UI design.

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Cheque Deposit Issues

A significant number of users report problems with the cheque deposit feature, which often fails to process cheques correctly. This issue affects about 10% of users, who find the feature unreliable and frustrating, leading to a poor user experience. Example: 'Paying in a cheque via this app is almost impossible - constant error messages and rejections.'

Paying in a cheque via this app is almost impossible - constant error messages and rejections.

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Notification Failures

Users are dissatisfied with the app's lack of reliable push notifications for transactions, which is a basic feature in many modern banking apps. Around 8% of users have noted that this absence makes it difficult to track account activity in real-time. Example: 'The app does not send push notifications when money is received or spent, which is a basic function.'

The app does not send push notifications when money is received or spent, which is a basic function.

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App Crashes and Compatibility

Frequent app crashes and compatibility issues, especially on newer devices, have been reported by users, affecting approximately 12% of the user base. These technical problems hinder access to banking services, causing significant inconvenience. Example: 'The app won't open since the last update, leaving me without access to my bank account.'

The app won't open since the last update, leaving me without access to my bank account.

COMPETITORS ANALYSIS

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#1 USERS CHOICE

Revolut
Revolut receives high praise for its user-friendly interface, seamless international transactions, and comprehensive features like digital cards and competitive exchange rates. Users appreciate its convenience and the ability to manage finances easily, although some express concerns about customer support accessibility.

#2 RUNNER UP

Starling Bank
Starling Bank is lauded for its ease of use, innovative features, and excellent customer service. Users appreciate its comprehensive banking solutions and the convenience it offers, although some have noted limitations in international usage and withdrawal limits.

#3 Straggler

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First Direct receives mixed feedback, with users appreciating its ease of use and customer service, but many express frustration with app crashes, login issues, and outdated features. While some users find it reliable, others are dissatisfied with its functionality and security measures.
Competitors Analysis
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Revolut
#1 Users Choice
Revolut receives high praise for its user-friendly interface, seamless international transactions, and comprehensive features like digital cards and competitive exchange rates. Users appreciate its convenience and the ability to manage finances easily, although some express concerns about customer support accessibility.
Starling Bank
#2 Runner-up
Starling Bank is lauded for its ease of use, innovative features, and excellent customer service. Users appreciate its comprehensive banking solutions and the convenience it offers, although some have noted limitations in international usage and withdrawal limits.
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#3 Straggler
First Direct receives mixed feedback, with users appreciating its ease of use and customer service, but many express frustration with app crashes, login issues, and outdated features. While some users find it reliable, others are dissatisfied with its functionality and security measures.

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Major Highlights of the Week

Cheque Deposit Issues
The app's cheque deposit feature is unreliable, often failing to capture images correctly or rejecting valid cheques, causing significant inconvenience. Users report that the app frequently crashes or provides error messages during the cheque deposit process.
I tried to deposit a cheque multiple times, but the app kept rejecting it due to 'incorrect framing' and 'too much noise' in the image.
Complex Payment Process
The payment process has become overly complicated, requiring multiple steps and confirmations, which frustrates users accustomed to simpler transactions. This complexity is particularly evident when setting up standing orders or transferring money between accounts.
Transferring money now requires several additional steps, making it unnecessarily complicated compared to before.
Notification Failures
The app lacks real-time transaction notifications, which is a standard feature in many modern banking apps, leading to user dissatisfaction. This absence makes it difficult for users to track their spending and receive timely alerts about account activity.
I don't receive any notifications for transactions, which is frustrating as other banks offer this feature.
App Stability Problems
Frequent crashes and login issues plague the app, making it unreliable for users who need consistent access to their accounts. These stability problems are exacerbated by updates that fail to resolve existing bugs or introduce new ones.
The app crashes every time I try to open it, leaving me unable to access my account.
User Interface Challenges
The app's user interface is outdated and not intuitive, with essential features hidden or difficult to access, leading to a poor user experience. Users find the navigation cumbersome, especially when compared to more modern banking apps.
The app's interface is clunky and makes it hard to find basic features like setting up a standing order.
Security and Access Issues
The app's security measures are overly complex, requiring multiple passwords and codes, which frustrates users and complicates access. This complexity often leads to users being locked out of their accounts, requiring time-consuming customer service interactions.
I got locked out of my account because the app's security process is too complicated and confusing.
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Major Highlights of the Week

Everything you need to know about user experience
Cheque Deposit Issues
The app's cheque deposit feature is unreliable, often failing to capture images correctly or rejecting valid cheques, causing significant inconvenience. Users report that the app frequently crashes or provides error messages during the cheque deposit process.
Complex Payment Process
The payment process has become overly complicated, requiring multiple steps and confirmations, which frustrates users accustomed to simpler transactions. This complexity is particularly evident when setting up standing orders or transferring money between accounts.
Notification Failures
The app lacks real-time transaction notifications, which is a standard feature in many modern banking apps, leading to user dissatisfaction. This absence makes it difficult for users to track their spending and receive timely alerts about account activity.
App Stability Problems
Frequent crashes and login issues plague the app, making it unreliable for users who need consistent access to their accounts. These stability problems are exacerbated by updates that fail to resolve existing bugs or introduce new ones.
User Interface Challenges
The app's user interface is outdated and not intuitive, with essential features hidden or difficult to access, leading to a poor user experience. Users find the navigation cumbersome, especially when compared to more modern banking apps.
Security and Access Issues
The app's security measures are overly complex, requiring multiple passwords and codes, which frustrates users and complicates access. This complexity often leads to users being locked out of their accounts, requiring time-consuming customer service interactions.

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The app used to be great, but recent updates have made it overly complicated. Simple tasks like transferring money now require multiple steps, which is frustrating for a bank known for its online banking leadership.
rhadl1
The app and customer service are generally fine, but there's a persistent glitch with unread notifications that hasn't been resolved despite reporting it. It's extremely frustrating as the blue dot indicating an unread message won't go away.
MogsyMorgannwg
The app is very basic compared to other banking apps. It lacks features like push notifications for transactions, which are essential for modern banking. It's disappointing that such a simple feature is still missing.
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The app used to be great, but recent updates have made it overly complicated. Simple tasks like transferring money now require multiple steps, which is frustrating for a bank known for its online banking leadership.
Candice Wu
App Store
The app and customer service are generally fine, but there's a persistent glitch with unread notifications that hasn't been resolved despite reporting it. It's extremely frustrating as the blue dot indicating an unread message won't go away.
Kelly Williams
Google Play
The app is very basic compared to other banking apps. It lacks features like push notifications for transactions, which are essential for modern banking. It's disappointing that such a simple feature is still missing.
Koray Okumus
Google Play

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