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Based on 400 reviews, last reviewed 25th Sep 2025
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Easy to use and comprehensive I have been using the Policy in Practice better off calculator for a number of years. The calculator is easy to use and comprehensive. The I/E exercis... Read more Reviewed on: 25th September 2025
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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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Policy In Practice is always my first port of call

4
Policy In Practice is always my first port of call when completing a benefit check. The calculations are accurate and give a nice breakdown of elements. The extra help available is a good little tool to show what other help may be available. Sometimes there can be glitches with the council tax reduction calculations but more often than not it works perfectly Reviewed on: 21st March 2024
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Carrissa M

Really useful tool to assist our clients.

5
Really useful tool to assist our clients. Accurate and covers a lot of ground with the new added topics. The health section is really helpful for me as a Macmillan benefits caseworker. Reviewed on: 21st March 2024
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Alex W

Fantastic

5
I think the Policy in Practice is amazing in both my capacity as an Advice Service Manager for Citizens Advice and as an individual. Reviewed on: 21st March 2024
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Zara R

Amaxing service!

5
Use it all the time for work at AW and it's just so handy to help people who don't know much about what the DWP can offer Reviewed on: 21st March 2024
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Amanda S

Invaluable.

5
This tool has proved invaluable in demonstrating to customers how much better off they would be in work. It helps to dispel the misconception that being on benefits works out better than being in work or that it works out somewhat the same. Customers can see their current benefits income vs what they would get in work. It clearly outlines the amount of Universal Credit, child benefits and work wages they would be getting. One of my customers discovered that as a result of using the Better off calculator, she was owed over £5000 worth of benefits, which she absolutely needed. It helps customers with budgeting their costs but also guides customers to where they can access help with their utility bills. All in all a fantastic resource. Reviewed on: 21st March 2024
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the best calculator I have used !

5
the best calculator I have used ! Reviewed on: 21st March 2024
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kristie b

Better Off Calculator: Empowering Employment

5
As a job coach dedicated to empowering unemployed individuals in their journey toward employment, I frequently utilize the 'better off calculator' tool to demonstrate the tangible benefits of securing paid employment. This invaluable resource has enabled me to effectively support participants who may have initially doubted the financial viability of entering the workforce. By leveraging this tool, I can illustrate how employment can significantly improve their financial situation, ultimately encouraging them to take the leap into the workforce. Witnessing firsthand the transformative impact of the 'better off calculator,' many participants have embraced employment opportunities with newfound confidence, experiencing improved financial stability and enhanced well-being. I highly recommend incorporating this tool into any employment support program, as it serves as a powerful catalyst for positive change. Reviewed on: 21st March 2024
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This has been a great tool.

5
This has been a great tool for my participants to help identify where they be missing out on funds. Reviewed on: 20th March 2024
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Helen T

I enjoyed learning and being pointed towards the inc...

5
I enjoyed learning and being pointed towards the included features in the calculator, it helped to understand the calculator further. Reviewed on: 20th March 2024
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Gareth M

used as a Citizens Advice volunteer

4
used as a Citizens Advice volunteer Reviewed on: 20th March 2024
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