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Monzo Business review

The most polished day-to-day banking app, with genuine FSCS protection.

Updated 2026-07-03 • Last reviewed 2026-07-12

Features

  • Consumer-grade app experience adapted for business (pots, spending breakdowns)
  • FSCS protected, same banking licence as Monzo's personal accounts
  • Free and paid tiers

Fees

  • Free tier available
  • Paid tiers add team member access and extra features

Pros

  • Arguably the smoothest day-to-day app experience of any UK business account
  • Genuine FSCS protection on eligible balances

Cons

  • No bundled free company formation
  • Invoicing and business tools are narrower than Tide's or ANNA's

Eligibility

UK sole traders and limited companies.

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FAQs

Is Monzo Business FSCS protected?

Yes, it operates under the same banking licence as Monzo's personal accounts, so eligible balances are protected up to the scheme limit.

Does Monzo Business form companies for free?

No, you'll need to register your company separately, Monzo doesn't bundle formation the way Tide, ANNA, Revolut or Wise do.

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