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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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5
Using the better off calculator is allowing us to help many residents understand their entitlements and improve their financial situation. Reviewed on: 20th March 2024
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Robbie

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Have had good outcomes using the calculator. Some of my tenants have used this and have become better off financially moving to UC using this tool. Reviewed on: 20th March 2024
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Mary O Kane

Great to navigate, good results, would recommend

5
Great to navigate, good results, would recommend Reviewed on: 20th March 2024
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Angela F

STAND OUT PRODUCT

5
Policy in Practice's Better Off Calculator is a real STAND OUT on the market! This user-friendly calculator empowers individuals to navigate the complexities of the welfare benefit system, fostering financial awareness and informed decision-making. Key Strengths: • Accuracy and Depth: The calculator leverages its comprehensive understanding of over 4,000 pieces of legislation to provide highly accurate estimates. This ensures users receive reliable information specific to their circumstances. • Accessibility and Transparency: The user interface is clear and easy to understand, even for those unfamiliar with the benefits system. Detailed explanations and breakdowns further enhance transparency, building trust and confidence in the results. • Actionable Insights: Beyond simply estimating benefits, the calculator allows users to model different scenarios. This empowers individuals to explore the impact of changes in income, work hours, or household composition, promoting informed financial planning. • Positive Behaviour Change: The calculator's outcome-based approach has demonstrably shifted user behaviour. Individuals are equipped to make informed decisions about work and benefits, potentially leading to improved financial well-being. Overall Impact: The Policy in Practice Better Off Calculator transcends the realm of a simple calculator. It acts as a powerful tool for financial empowerment, fostering a deeper understanding of the benefits system and encouraging positive financial choices. This impactful solution is highly deserving of recognition for its contribution to social good Reviewed on: 20th March 2024
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Daniel B

Better Off Calculator - My favourite tool

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Policy in Practice: Better Off Calculator helps me completing my job more efficiently and, getting the results I am aiming for. Reviewed on: 20th March 2024
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Nuno M

I use policy in practice benefit check on a daily ba...

5
I use policy in practice benefit check on a daily basis in my role as a money adviser. It's straight forward to use and I like the scenario tab so you can show clients the difference to their claims if they have a change in income Reviewed on: 20th March 2024
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Esther A

The A useful and beneficial tool

5
The better off calculator has been a great tool for providing our participants with knowledge that they would otherwise not be aware of. It is a clear and accurate demonstration of how they will be financially better of in full time work than claiming Universal Credits. We have found this a useful tool during appointments with our participants. Reviewed on: 20th March 2024
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Julia B

Used to identify eligibility for unclaimed benefits...

5
Used to identify eligibility for unclaimed benefits and other supporting funds. Easily change from Legacy Benefits and Universal credit and also able to show different scenarios graphically. Reviewed on: 20th March 2024
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Digby H

People are more motivated to working after do the Be...

5
People are more motivated to working after do the Better of Calculator. I have a high rate of employment since i started to do BOC. Reviewed on: 20th March 2024
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Stela C

Quick and easy to use

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Quick and easy to use and gives the correct information if people use it correctly. Reviewed on: 20th March 2024
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