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Based on 400 reviews, last reviewed 25th Sep 2025
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Latest highest rating:

5

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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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 (400)

i use this form to help resident

5
i use this form to help resident Reviewed on: 28th May 2025

Highly Recommended

5
I like the P&P calculator , it is very easy to use , and gets the right results with the minimum data entry The monly and weekly figures plus the calculation breakdowns are really useul, and show how the results have been arrived at Reviewed on: 28th May 2025

I use the better off calculator in my capacity as a...

4
I use the better off calculator in my capacity as a money advice caseworker to support clients with income maximisation. It is clear and concise in showing me what is available to clients. Reviewed on: 28th May 2025

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

5
policy in practice makes it easier and faster to help clients Reviewed on: 28th May 2025

Simply a "must have" resource.

5
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

5
An easy to use process that delivers a straightforward view for the customrt Reviewed on: 28th May 2025

Better off calculator - just amazing!

5
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...

5
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...

5
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

5
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

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