HSBC UK Business Banking

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HSBC UK Business Banking

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A weekly roundup of HSBC UK Business Banking's key feedback

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App Freezing Issues

A significant number of users, approximately 20%, report that the app frequently freezes or gets stuck, particularly during login or payment confirmation, making it unusable at times. This issue disrupts business operations and causes frustration among users who rely on the app for quick transactions.

The app frequently freezes, just as another reviewer highlighted in December.

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Lack of Notifications

Around 15% of users express dissatisfaction with the absence of push notifications for transactions and balance updates. This feature is considered essential for managing business finances efficiently, and its absence is a major inconvenience compared to other banking apps.

I cannot get app notifications for when money is received, which is causing me operational headaches.

3

Login and Setup Difficulties

Approximately 10% of users experience difficulties with the initial setup and login process, often due to outdated security device requirements or app glitches. This results in a cumbersome user experience, especially for long-time customers.

Terrible time trying to set this up and I have been a customer since 1998.

4

Transaction Limits and Features

About 8% of users are frustrated with transaction limits and missing features, such as the inability to pay large amounts or lack of Apple Pay support. These limitations hinder the app's functionality for business users who need to make substantial payments.

You can only pay £500 in at a time, this is really bad for a business banking app.

COMPETITORS ANALYSIS

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#1 USERS CHOICE

Barclays Business Banking
Barclays Business Banking app is highly praised for its user-friendly interface and reliability. Users appreciate the ease of use, especially for managing finances and tracking spending with helpful graphs and lists. The app is often described as smooth and efficient, making it a favorite among users.

#2 RUNNER UP

HSBC UK Business Banking
HSBC UK Business Banking app receives mixed feedback. While some users appreciate its security features and customer support, many criticize its frequent technical issues, such as app freezing and lack of push notifications. Users express frustration over outdated features compared to competitors, impacting their overall experience.

#3 Straggler

NatWest Business Banking
NatWest Business Banking app is generally well-received for its simplicity and effectiveness in everyday banking tasks. However, some users report issues with app updates and missing features like transaction balance tracking, which were previously available. Despite these concerns, the app is considered reliable and easy to use.
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Barclays Business Banking
#1 Users Choice
Barclays Business Banking app is highly praised for its user-friendly interface and reliability. Users appreciate the ease of use, especially for managing finances and tracking spending with helpful graphs and lists. The app is often described as smooth and efficient, making it a favorite among users.
HSBC UK Business Banking
#2 Runner-up
HSBC UK Business Banking app receives mixed feedback. While some users appreciate its security features and customer support, many criticize its frequent technical issues, such as app freezing and lack of push notifications. Users express frustration over outdated features compared to competitors, impacting their overall experience.
NatWest Business Banking
#3 Straggler
NatWest Business Banking app is generally well-received for its simplicity and effectiveness in everyday banking tasks. However, some users report issues with app updates and missing features like transaction balance tracking, which were previously available. Despite these concerns, the app is considered reliable and easy to use.

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Major Highlights of the Week

Setup Difficulties
Long-time customers face significant challenges setting up the app, indicating potential issues with the onboarding process. This could lead to customer dissatisfaction and increased churn risk.
Terrible time trying to set this up and I have been a customer since 1998.
Payment Limitations
The app's payment limit of £10,000 is insufficient for businesses with larger transactions, forcing them to maintain accounts with other banks. This limitation could hinder the app's adoption among businesses with high-value transactions.
If you owe a supplier more than £10,000 you need to change your bank to be able to pay them.
App Freezing
Frequent app freezing and loading issues disrupt user experience, making the app unreliable for business operations. This technical instability could damage the app's reputation and user trust.
The app frequently freezes, just as another reviewer highlighted in December.
Lack of Notifications
The absence of push notifications for transactions and balance updates is a significant drawback, especially when compared to competitors. This missing feature is crucial for real-time financial management and could drive users to alternative apps.
Unlike the personal and credit card apps I've used from HSBC, this one doesn’t offer any push notifications for transactions or balance updates.
Security Device Issues
The reliance on outdated security device technology complicates the login process, frustrating users who expect modern digital solutions. This could lead to negative comparisons with more technologically advanced competitors.
Still using old security device technology… All I want to do is withdraw some money I have left in there and close the account.
Apple Pay Problems
Despite updates, Apple Pay integration remains problematic, with users unable to add their business cards. This inconsistency in feature rollout could lead to user dissatisfaction and erode confidence in app updates.
Updated the App, scanned the business debit card and ….. 'Your Issuer does not offer support for this card'!!
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Major Highlights of the Week

Everything you need to know about user experience
Setup Difficulties
Long-time customers face significant challenges setting up the app, indicating potential issues with the onboarding process. This could lead to customer dissatisfaction and increased churn risk.
Payment Limitations
The app's payment limit of £10,000 is insufficient for businesses with larger transactions, forcing them to maintain accounts with other banks. This limitation could hinder the app's adoption among businesses with high-value transactions.
App Freezing
Frequent app freezing and loading issues disrupt user experience, making the app unreliable for business operations. This technical instability could damage the app's reputation and user trust.
Lack of Notifications
The absence of push notifications for transactions and balance updates is a significant drawback, especially when compared to competitors. This missing feature is crucial for real-time financial management and could drive users to alternative apps.
Security Device Issues
The reliance on outdated security device technology complicates the login process, frustrating users who expect modern digital solutions. This could lead to negative comparisons with more technologically advanced competitors.
Apple Pay Problems
Despite updates, Apple Pay integration remains problematic, with users unable to add their business cards. This inconsistency in feature rollout could lead to user dissatisfaction and erode confidence in app updates.

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I've got to be honest—I'm really frustrated with the HSBC UK Business App. Unlike the personal and credit card apps I've used from HSBC, this one doesn’t offer any push notifications for transactions or balance updates. In a world where every other banking app gives you real-time alerts, it feels like we're stuck in the past.
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The app frequently freezes, just as another reviewer highlighted in December. I do not want to reinstall the app each time, this makes the whole app useless! I’ve been trying to log in for over 24 hours now and won’t even get past the Face ID page.
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This app seems years behind all other banking apps.. keeps crashing.. not very user friendly.. But really need to know when people have paid and can’t be checking my phone every minute.. quite annoying
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I've got to be honest—I'm really frustrated with the HSBC UK Business App. Unlike the personal and credit card apps I've used from HSBC, this one doesn’t offer any push notifications for transactions or balance updates. In a world where every other banking app gives you real-time alerts, it feels like we're stuck in the past.
Candice Wu
App Store
The app frequently freezes, just as another reviewer highlighted in December. I do not want to reinstall the app each time, this makes the whole app useless! I’ve been trying to log in for over 24 hours now and won’t even get past the Face ID page.
Kelly Williams
Google Play
This app seems years behind all other banking apps.. keeps crashing.. not very user friendly.. But really need to know when people have paid and can’t be checking my phone every minute.. quite annoying
Koray Okumus
Google Play

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