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NatWest VS Cynergy Bank: Business Banking Review & Fee Comparison


By: Ian Wright | Last Updated: May 22, 2025

Is NatWest or Cynergy Bank better for your small business?



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Below we look at both NatWest and Cynergy Bank reviews on Trustpilot along with their App reviews from Apple and Google.

We then look at typical fees, business savings rates, foreign currency options and a whole bunch of other account features to help you make up your mind.

NatWest Homepage
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Cynergy Bank Homepage
Cynergy Bank Homepage
 

NatWest vs Cynergy Bank Trustpilot Reviews

NatWestCynergy Bank
Trustpilot Review Score (out of 5)1.44
Percent 5-Star Reviews8%58%
Percent 1- Star Reviews86%27%
Total Number of Reviews5,9842,235
Sources:
https://www.trustpilot.com/review/www.natwest.com
https://www.trustpilot.com/review/cynergybank.co.uk

NatWest vs Cynergy Bank App Reviews

NatWestCynergy Bank
iPhone Review Score (out of 5)4.81.5
Number of iPhone Reviews456,700350
Android Review Score (out of 5)4.41.7
Number of Android Reviews349,000449
Sources:
https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/natwest-mobile-banking/id334855322
https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/cynergy-bank-authenticator/id1497728953

NatWest vs Cynergy Bank Account Fees & Charges

NatWestCynergy Bank
Free Business Bank AccountYesYes
Free Business Account Term Length24 Months12 Months
Cheapest Monthly Account FeeFree£25
Most Expensive Monthly Account FeeFree£25
Electronic Payment Cost (in/out)35p35p
Cash Payments Cost (in/out)70p per £10065p per £100
Cheques (in/out)70p per item30p / 78p
CHAPS Payments Cost£20£25
SEPA Payments Cost45p£6

NatWest vs Cynergy Bank Business Savings Rates

NatWestCynergy Bank
Types of Business Savings AccountsInstant access, notice and fixed-term savings accountsBusiness Saver
Lowest Savings Rate (AER)1.46%4.00%
Maximum Savings Rate (AER)4.25%4.00%
Minimum Savings AmountNo£1
Interest Paid On Foreign CurrenciesYesYes
 

NatWest vs Cynergy Bank Account Opening Times

NatWestCynergy Bank
Can You Apply Online?YesYes
How Long Does Opening An
Account Typically Take?
10 Working days15 minutes
Do They Check Your Credit?YesYes
Current Account Switch ServiceYesYes

NatWest vs Cynergy Bank Features & Account Types

NatWest Account Types
NatWest Features & Account Types


Cynergy Bank Account Types
Cynergy Bank Features & Account Types


NatWestCynergy Bank
Business Current AccountYesYes
Business Savings AccountYesYes
Business Credit CardYesYes
Business OverdraftYesYes
Accounts For StartupsYesYes
Accounts For CharitiesYesNo
Accounts For Sole TradersYesYes
Joint Business Accounts AvailableYesYes
Card TypeMastercardVisa
Online BankingYesYes
Mobile BankingYesYes
In Person/Branch BankingYesYes
Branch LocationsUK-wide including the ability to use some RBS locationsLondon, Redhill, Birmingham, Manchester and Glasgow

NatWest vs Cynergy Bank Customer Support Options

NatWestCynergy Bank
Phone Support AvailableYesYes
Email Support AvailableYesYes
App Based Support YesYes
Web Based SupportYesYes
In person Customer SupportYesYes

NatWest vs Cynergy Bank Foreign Currency Accounts

NatWestCynergy Bank
US Dollar (USD) Bank AccountsYesNo
Euro (EUR) Bank AccountsYesYes
Other Currencies Available:
  • AED (United Arab Emirates Dirham)
  • KWD (Kuwaiti Dinar)
  • AUD (Australian Dollar)
  • LTL (Lithuanian Litas)
  • BGN (Bulgarian Lev)
  • MAD (Moroccan Dirham)
  • BHD (Bahraini Dinar)
  • MUR (Mauritian Rupee)
  • CAD (Canadian Dollar)
  • MXN (Mexican Peso)
  • CHF (Swiss Franc)
  • NOK (Norwegian Krone)
  • CZK (Czech Koruna)
  • OMR (Omani Rial)
  • DKK (Danish Krone)
  • PLN (Polish Zloty)
  • QAR (Qatari Rial)
  • SAR (Saudi Riyals)
  • HKD (Hong Kong Dollar)
  • SEK (Swedish Krona)
  • HRK (Croatian Kuna)
  • SGD (Singaporean Dollar)
  • HUF (Hungarian Forint)
  • THB (Thai Baht)
  • ILS (Israeli Shekel)
  • TRY (Turkish Lira)
  • JPY (Japanese Yen)
  • KES (Kenyan Shilling)
  • ZAR (South African Rand)
No

Other Business Services From NatWest and Cynergy Bank

NatWest Account Types
Other NatWest Services


Cynergy Bank Account Types
Other Cynergy Bank Services


NatWestCynergy Bank
Business LoansYesYes
Commercial MortgagesYesYes
Invoice FinancingYesYes
International PaymentsYesYes
Merchant Payment ServicesYesNo
Card MachinesYesNo
Free Accounting SoftwareYesNo

NatWest vs Cynergy Bank Banking Basics

NatWestCynergy Bank
Bank TypeHigh StreetChallenger
FSCS ProtectionYes, up to £85,000Yes, up to £85,000
FCA Number121882575105
WebsiteNatWest WebsiteCynergy Bank Website

Common Comparison Questions

Does NatWest or Cynergy Bank have better customer reviews?

NatWest scores 1.4 out of 5 based 5,984 Trustpilot reviews. Of these reviews 8% are 5-star and 86% are 1-star.

Whereas, Cynergy Bank scores 4 out of 5 based 2,235 Trustpilot reviews. Of which 58% are 5-star and 27% are 1-star.

Does NatWest or Cynergy Bank have a better App?

NatWest’s iPhone App is rated 4.8 out of 5 based on 456,700 reviews. And it’s Android App is rated 4.4 out of 5 based on 349,000 reviews.

In comparison, Cynergy Bank’s iPhone App is rated 1.5 out of 5 based on 350 reviews. And it’s Android App is rated 1.7 out of 5 based on 449 reviews.

Does NatWest or Cynergy Bank have better business savings rates?

NatWest offers the following types of business savings accounts: Instant access, notice and fixed-term savings accounts with interest rates ranging from 1.46% to 4.25%. (AER)

In contrast, Cynergy Bank offers Business Saver accounts with interest rates ranging from 4.00% to 4.00% (AER).

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