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Name: Better Off Calculator
Rating: 4.63 (496 reviews)

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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

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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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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First class product, so intuitive and first class tr...

First class product, so intuitive and first class training and customer serivce, Reviewed on: 21st April 2026

Policy in practice is great toolkit, easy to use for...

Policy in practice is great toolkit, easy to use for both the advisor and the participant. it is very accurate and informative, the scenarios are particularly useful as you can show the ppt their potential earnings based on 16, 24, 30, 27 hours of work etc which allows them to make an informed choice around work and what is best for them. the budeting tool is also great. we also embed the toolkit into our website which works very well and allows us to support more people taht wouldnt usually access the service so quickly. Reviewed on: 21st April 2026

Finally, a calculator that actually makes sense!

’ve just started using the Policy in Practice benefits calculator and it is honestly so much easier to use than others I’ve tried. The best part is that you don't have to spend ages working out your local authority’s council tax rates—the system just handles all that for you, which is a massive relief. I also really appreciated the student income section; it’s usually a nightmare to figure out how that affects everything, but this tool made it straightforward. It’s not just a benefits checker, either. Having the income maximisation combined with a budgeting tool in one place is really helpful. It gives you a proper look at your actual bank balance, not just a list of numbers. If you’re looking for something that’s easy to navigate and actually gives you the full picture, I can’t recommend this one enough. Reviewed on: 21st April 2026

Easy to use

The calculator is so easy to use compared with others we have had before. the process is quick and allows more time with the residents to deal with other parts of assessments and we can rely on it for any challenges or queries. Reviewed on: 21st April 2026

I use this everyday in my work!

I use this everyday in my work capacity as a Housing Solutions Officer (homelessness support) whilst understanding and assisting with finances. However more than this, I like to share to clients and staff as it is ever so user friendly and gives fantastic support and data. Reviewed on: 21st April 2026

I've used the calculator in a professional setting t...

I've used the calculator in a professional setting to assist with assessing the affordability of homes for homeless clients. The system works well and the customer service has been good as I have had a few issues with logging in previously. Reviewed on: 21st April 2026

Welfare Benefits Advice made simple

I use the calculator on a daily basis in my role as a welfare benefit advisor for a housing association. We have regular meetings with the team to discuss potential changes and fixes and the policy in practice team of developers are always very accommodating in implementing changes wherever possible. Reviewed on: 21st April 2026

An invaluable tool

The Better Off Calculator has been an invaluable tool in my work with participants on the Restart Scheme. It’s helped me guide individuals in understanding how different work scenarios—like moving from unemployment to part-time or full-time work—impact their overall financial situation. The calculator is easy to use and provides clear breakdowns of income, benefits, and entitlements, which has been extremely helpful for participants who are unsure about how returning to work might affect them financially. It’s especially useful for showing whether they might be entitled to additional support or how much better off they would be in various employment situations. Using this tool has empowered participants to make more informed decisions and given them the confidence to take steps toward employment, knowing exactly how their finances will change. For anyone supporting individuals in similar programs, I highly recommend the Better Off Calculator—it’s a game-changer for both participants and advisors alike. Reviewed on: 21st April 2026

Any customers especially those on little/no benefits...

Any customers especially those on little/no benefits find this very beneficial and gives them a general scope of how their finances are and how they manage them/if they are entitled to claim anything. Reviewed on: 21st April 2026

we promote and use the app to our clients

we promote and use the app to our clients it is clear to use and ensures it supports people with options to decide on work or benefits or both Reviewed on: 21st April 2026

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Policy in Practice: Better Off Calculator reviews

7900% increase in 5 star reviews

No new 1 star reviews

Latest highest rating:

5

Latest lowest rating:

1

About this product

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Policy in Practice Better Off Calculator reviews (496)

First class product, so intuitive and first class tr...

Policy in practice is great toolkit, easy to use for...

Finally, a calculator that actually makes sense!

Easy to use

I use this everyday in my work!

I've used the calculator in a professional setting t...

Welfare Benefits Advice made simple

An invaluable tool

Any customers especially those on little/no benefits...

we promote and use the app to our clients

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