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Policy in Practice: Better Off Calculator reviews

4.63
Based on 496 reviews, last reviewed 3rd Jun 2026
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Latest highest rating:

5

The platform is very user friendly The platform is very user friendly and the provision of direct links to online applicationforms etc is time saving for a busy benefits adviser. Reviewed on: 15th May 2026
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Latest lowest rating:

1

i find its time consuming / unfriendly / completely... i find its time consuming / unfriendly / completely useless compared to our old calculator. ETC ETC Reviewed on: 19th August 2025
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About this product

The Better Off Calculator is a tool that quickly calculates your benefit entitlement and shows you what money you may be missing out on. It shows you what steps you can take to strengthen your finances with a focus on actionable advice.

You can use the free calculator to see what help you are eligible for, and see clearly how changes in earnings or hours will impact your income.

If you're an advisor you can get more features in our professional calculator so that you can work out the exact amount of next Universal Credit payments, and create personalised action plans and smart budgets for customers.

With the Better Off Calculator you don’t need to be a policy expert to understand what changes to the welfare system mean for you.

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Policy in Practice Better Off Calculator reviews (496)

I use this tool regularly in my role as an employmen...

5
I use this tool regularly in my role as an employment advisor. I find that it is a great motivator for those people who believe they would be better off staying on benefits. The calculator allows us to compare their situation now with the situation they would be in if they started working. Reviewed on: 22nd May 2025

User friendly

5
Helpful and friendly when you use the chat. Any issues are resolved quickly. User friendly calculator. Reviewed on: 22nd May 2025

ONE OF THE BEST APPS!

5
One of the best apps for budgeting Reviewed on: 22nd May 2025

The Policy in Practice: Better Off Calculator stands...

5
The Policy in Practice: Better Off Calculator stands out as a robust, reliable, and user-centric solution for benefits entitlement and income maximisation. Its comprehensive features, continuous updates to reflect policy changes, and strong support infrastructure make it a valuable asset for individuals seeking to optimise their income and for organisations aiming to enhance financial inclusion and support delivery. The positive user reviews and widespread adoption across sectors underscore its effectiveness and impact. Reviewed on: 22nd May 2025

The benefit calculator is much more efficient than o...

5
The benefit calculator is much more efficient than others I've historically used, more concise, less time consuming and I'd highly recommend it to be used by others Reviewed on: 22nd May 2025

Game changer if you work with clients on benefits.

5
Game changer if you work with clients on benefits. Very useful to ensure residents are getting everything they are entitled to. Quick, easy, accessible to use - very user friendly. Just type in their financial details and situation and you get a breakdown of what they could be getting compared to how much they currently are getting. Reviewed on: 22nd May 2025

Empowering Financial Decisions in one quick click

5
Ease of Use: The calculator is user-friendly and straightforward, making it accessible even for those who are not tech-savvy. The webchat feature is highly praised for providing immediate assistance Comprehensive Analysis: It offers a detailed breakdown of benefit entitlements and potential income changes, helping users make informed decisions about their finances Actionable Advice: The tool not only calculates entitlements but also provides actionable steps to improve financial stability Customer Support: Users have highlighted the excellent customer service, noting that real people, not chatbots, are available to answer questions Reviewed on: 22nd May 2025

User friendly and practical.

5
I find the Calculator easy to use and as you can do different calculations to reflect different circumstances I can really demonstrate how gaining employment really does pay. This is incredibly useful to my customers and also a really valuable tool to ensure that customers are claiming all the benefits they are entitled to. Reviewed on: 22nd May 2025

User friendly and informative

5
Very user friendly and you feel confident that the calculator has covered all bases. Reviewed on: 22nd May 2025

Affextive

5
really easy to navigate and affective in my job. Reviewed on: 22nd May 2025

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