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Name: Better Off Calculator
Rating: 4.75 (357 reviews)

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4.75

Based on 357 reviews, last reviewed 3rd Jun 2025

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Latest highest rating:

5

It’s an eye opener! Working for Redbridge gave me an insight as to how applicants affordabilities are calculated and was an eye opener to what is considered a priority ex... Read more Reviewed on: 3rd June 2025

Latest lowest rating:

2

Its a clunky system that doesn't work very well. Its a clunky system that doesn't work very well. Reviewed on: 22nd May 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.

Policy in Practice Better Off Calculator reviews (357)

Review of the Policy in Practice, Better Off Calculator:

Review for Better Off Calculator/Benefits Work Context

As a Financial Support Coordinator for a local authority, I regularly use the Better Off Calculator to assess benefit entitlement and identify income gaps for vulnerable residents. It's an essential tool in my day-to-day work- quick, reliable and accurate. I especially value how it simplifies complex welfare rules and breaks down entitlements clearly, helping both staff and service users understand what support is available. It is not just a calculator- it's a lifeline for many of the households I support. The ability to model different scenarios (e.g. returning to work, caring responsibilities, or benefit changes) has helped inform budgeting advice and support discretionary award decisions. Reviewed on: 27th May 2025

policy in practice makes it easier and faster to hel...

policy in practice makes it easier and faster to help clients Reviewed on: 28th May 2025

Simply a "must have" resource.

As a Housing Officer with a commitment to ensuring our Tenants receive excellent customer care, practical advice and empathetic support, the Policy in Practice calculator is easy to use and is a "must have" resource to ensure out Tenants receive what they are eligible to receive so as to sustain their tenancies. Reviewed on: 28th May 2025

An easy to use process

An easy to use process that delivers a straightforward view for the customrt Reviewed on: 28th May 2025

Better off calculator - just amazing!

Better off calculator is a very useful tool in my role as an employment advisor. I find it easy to navigate, thorough and flexible - allowing for quick comparisons as well as detailed thorough budget calculations. Reviewed on: 28th May 2025

I use the calculator to support people on benefits t...

I use the calculator to support people on benefits to see if they are better off working or if there are any unclaimed benefits they are entitled to. it is an amazing tool because it breaks down all sectors and can be printed for their records. it is useful for a guide to encourage people into work who feel they would be worse off working Reviewed on: 28th May 2025

It's a great product that does exactly what it says...

It's a great product that does exactly what it says on the tin! I've had many clients benefit from it and it's made a real difference to their lives. It's easy to use, despite the difficult subject matter, and gives real, tangible results, The ability to make side by side comparisons with different scenarios allows users to make informed decisions. The calculator also means that individuals can make their own assessments, without having to take up the time of over busy public services and their employees. Reviewed on: 27th May 2025

In favour for The Better Off Calculator

The Better Off Calculator is great tool to support all clients in getting the most out of their benefits ensuring they are claiming all that they are owned. i loved that it is quick and easy to use for both professionals and clients alike Reviewed on: 27th May 2025

Boost of motivation

A Better of Calculator is a useful tool to boost motivation and show different scenarios. I love to use it with my customers to show them how their life can improve, find the best option for them and boost their motivations. Reviewed on: 27th May 2025

great for my line of work in public service

great for my line of work in public service Reviewed on: 27th May 2025

Use this for customers wanting to mutual exchange.

Use this for customers wanting to mutual exchange. Very useful and shows customers what they are missing out on to help them. Reviewed on: 27th May 2025

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