Budapest Bank — full review and pricing

Quick facts. Budapest Bank is operated by MBH Bank Nyrt. (Budapest Bank merged 2022), headquartered in Budapest, Hungary, with the brand established in Budapest Bank 1987; merged into MBH Bank 2022. The operator is MBH Bank listed on Budapest Stock Exchange (BÉT: MBH); state and private investors. Budapest Bank positions itself as Hungary's second-largest bank after merger consolidation competing with OTP Bank and Erste Bank Hungary, billed via the tier structure detailed below.

Budapest Bank markets a banking & payments subscription targeted at users who want a fully-managed product without piecing it together themselves. The pricing snapshot below pulls Subger's live tracker, so anchor prices stay current as Budapest Bank adjusts published rates. The rest of this page details the operator, current tiers, feature coverage, support reach and 10 short FAQs. For the canonical reference, cross-check the vendor's own pricing page — figures here mirror it within the cache window.

Operator background

Budapest Bank runs under MBH Bank Nyrt. (Budapest Bank merged 2022), headquartered in Budapest, Hungary. The product was established in Budapest Bank 1987; merged into MBH Bank 2022, and the company is currently MBH Bank listed on Budapest Stock Exchange (BÉT: MBH); state and private investors. Budapest Bank sits in the banking & payments category and competes for the same recurring spend as nearby banking & payments brands on this site. See related coverage in /en/us/promo and /en/us/deal for cross-brand context.

Headquarters and corporate status

• Legal entity: MBH Bank Nyrt. (Budapest Bank merged 2022)
• HQ: Budapest, Hungary
• Founded / launched: Budapest Bank 1987; merged into MBH Bank 2022
• Ownership: MBH Bank listed on Budapest Stock Exchange (BÉT: MBH); state and private investors

The operator's corporate status determines who you contract with at checkout — typically the legal entity above, even if billing goes through a regional reseller.

Why Budapest Bank matters in banking & payments

Budapest Bank positions itself as Hungary's second-largest bank after merger consolidation competing with OTP Bank and Erste Bank Hungary. The 2024-2025 differentiator: Budapest Bank merged with MKB Bank and Takarékbank in 2022 to form MBH Bank; rebranding completed 2024.

Pricing and tier structure

Current tier structure: MBH retail account HUF 0-2,900/month; Premium HUF 9,900/month. The anchor price referenced for headline comparison is MBH retail account ~HUF 1,500/month.

Plan grid

What changes between tiers

Higher tiers typically unlock larger allowances, additional household members or extra premium content; entry tiers exist for trial usage. Live prices in the Subger plan tracker override these anchors when Budapest Bank adjusts published rates.

Recent pricing context (2024-2025)

Budapest Bank merged with MKB Bank and Takarékbank in 2022 to form MBH Bank; rebranding completed 2024. Annual commitments commonly trim 10-20% off the headline monthly rate; check the live grid above before purchase.

Feature coverage

Budapest Bank ships with the following named capabilities relevant to banking & payments:

• Hungarian retail and SME banking
• MBH Mobile app
• BLIK-compatible HUF payments
• SEPA Instant Payments
• Consumer and mortgage lending

Feature matrix

Platform and device reach

Coverage spans the operator's published device list — typically modern iOS and Android plus a web client; some categories add desktop apps, smart-TV apps or vehicle integrations where relevant. Check the vendor's "Supported devices" page if you depend on a less common platform.

Account features and digital experience

Account features cover daily banking, cards, transfers and lending; digital experience centres on a mobile app with biometric login, instant payment networks (SEPA Instant, BLIK, Pix or domestic equivalents) and integrated card management.

What this means for buyers

The category-specific behaviour above is the single biggest factor when comparing Budapest Bank against alternatives in the same banking & payments bracket. Buyers who care about the feature mix detailed here will typically rank Budapest Bank higher than buyers focused on price alone.

Support, billing and account management

Budapest Bank offers customer support through the operator's standard channels — typically an in-app help centre, email contact and (for paid tiers) live chat or phone support during business hours.

Cancellation and refunds

You can cancel Budapest Bank directly from the account dashboard. Refund policy follows the operator's published terms; many banking & payments services prorate or do not refund partial periods after the renewal date. See the cancel guide hub for the standard cancellation workflow.

Free trials and money-back

Free trials, money-back windows and intro pricing vary by tier and country. Anchor: MBH retail account ~HUF 1,500/month.

Comparison context

In the banking & payments category, Budapest Bank competes with nearby brands you can browse via /en/us/compare. Buyers commonly look at Budapest Bank alongside two or three peers before committing — the side-by-side compare table on this site lets you stack feature coverage and price in one view.

When Budapest Bank is the right pick

• You want Hungary's second-largest bank after merger consolidation competing with OTP Bank and Erste Bank Hungary and the feature mix listed above
• The anchor price (MBH retail account ~HUF 1,500/month) fits the budget
• The operator's footprint covers your country

When to look elsewhere

• You need a specific feature Budapest Bank does not list
• You are in a country outside the operator's main footprint
• The 2024-2025 differentiator (Budapest Bank merged with MKB Bank and Takarékbank in 2022 to form MBH Bank; rebranding completed 2024) is not relevant to your use case

Frequently asked questions

What is Budapest Bank?

Budapest Bank is a banking & payments subscription operated by MBH Bank Nyrt. (Budapest Bank merged 2022) out of Budapest, Hungary, established in Budapest Bank 1987; merged into MBH Bank 2022. It is currently MBH Bank listed on Budapest Stock Exchange (BÉT: MBH); state and private investors.

How much does Budapest Bank cost?

Current tier structure: MBH retail account HUF 0-2,900/month; Premium HUF 9,900/month. Anchor headline price: MBH retail account ~HUF 1,500/month. See the pricing table above for the live grid.

Who owns Budapest Bank?

The brand is owned and operated by MBH Bank Nyrt. (Budapest Bank merged 2022). Corporate status: MBH Bank listed on Budapest Stock Exchange (BÉT: MBH); state and private investors.

Where is Budapest Bank available?

Budapest Bank operates from Budapest, Hungary with country availability tied to the operator's footprint and licensing reach. Cross-check the vendor's region list before subscribing if you travel often.

Can I cancel Budapest Bank any time?

Yes — cancellation runs through the operator's account dashboard. See the cancel guide hub for the standard workflow and country-specific notes.

Does Budapest Bank offer a free trial?

Free-trial availability varies by tier and country. The anchor price (MBH retail account ~HUF 1,500/month) is the post-trial headline rate; trials, when offered, run 7 to 30 days depending on promo.

What payment methods does Budapest Bank accept?

Payment methods follow the operator's checkout — typically major cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex) plus locally-relevant alternatives like Apple Pay, Google Pay or country-specific wallets.

Is Budapest Bank worth it in 2025?

Budapest Bank's 2025 value depends on the feature mix you actually use. The 2024-2025 update — Budapest Bank merged with MKB Bank and Takarékbank in 2022 to form MBH Bank; rebranding completed 2024 — is the single most relevant signal for current-year buyers.

How is Budapest Bank different from competitors?

Budapest Bank differentiates as Hungary's second-largest bank after merger consolidation competing with OTP Bank and Erste Bank Hungary. The operator background, founding year (Budapest Bank 1987; merged into MBH Bank 2022) and 2024-2025 update give buyers a sense of where the brand sits versus alternatives.

Where can I track Budapest Bank pricing changes?

Subger's live tracker updates the anchor price (MBH retail account ~HUF 1,500/month) automatically when Budapest Bank adjusts published rates. Bookmark the Subger Budapest Bank page and check the pricing table above.

Sources and updates

Operator + tier + ownership facts compiled from public vendor disclosures, press releases and regulatory filings current to 2024-2025. Anchor price: MBH retail account ~HUF 1,500/month. Last refreshed at the timestamp in Subger's plan tracker.

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