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StepChange: Debt advice reviews

4.92
Based on 18,671 reviews, last reviewed 30th Jul 2026
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Latest highest rating:

5

It was good. It was good. Staff communication etc… Reviewed on: 30th July 2026
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You can not get in touch over the phone unless it’s... You can not get in touch over the phone unless it’s early morning or you are in luck, meaning it would be time off work to call. When I have got throu... Read more Reviewed on: 22nd June 2026
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About this product

StepChange offer free and impartial advice to people who want to be free of debt.

The StepChange team will take time to understand your situation and then give you tailored advice based on your circumstances. StepChange can support you through a wide range of debt solutions including debt management plans and IVAs.

StepChange debt advice reviews help you find out what it’s really like to be a customer. If you’ve used StepChange before, you can also leave a review and share your experience.

StepChange Debt advice reviews (18671)

Review of the StepChange, Debt advice:

It was absolutely fantastic help from start to finish.

5
It was absolutely fantastic help from start to finish. It took 8 days in total. I'm sitting here now a lot happier than I was 3 weeks ago. They put me forward (against their recommendation) for a DRO, which was passed 2 weeks ago, and because I have their backing, I have been able to liaise with my creditors a lot easier, and they have actually helped me due to my underlying health issues. Thank you to them all from Stepchange and also Money Wellness (the people who organised my finances and submitted my DRO application) From the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU. They all deserve credit and praise for their hard work. Reviewed on: 24th August 2024

Need Better Support for Disabled People

4
It was a very rocky start, very frustrating and extremely stressful on top of an already awful situation. I am disabled, phone calls are physically and mentally challenging for me. StepChange is very limited when it comes to accommodating disabilities, but also just acknowledging them. When submitting my budget it took multiple weeks to get through because someone kept flagging the low amount budgeted for food. Having no income and a disability that means you can’t cook or wash up really does limit what you can eat. I was put in a position where I had to explain that multiple times and only when I submitted a formal complaint did my case progress. Months had passed and this caused further stress as my debt then passed hands, further delays. However, once the ball finally got rolling and a plan set up, it was a much better experience. Dealing with the Settlements team was a breeze, they were more accommodating to my disability. I do recommend StepChange however it’s my opinion that further support needs to be considered for disabled customers, especially as they are at a significantly higher risk. Reviewed on: 27th May 2026

A great organisation

5
Stephanie helped us when we were under a great deal of pressure due to debt. They sorted our repayments to suit our budge Reviewed on: 27th May 2026

Customer service review

5
I have been with step change for a couple of years now, cannot fault anything, whenever I have needed to speak to anyone they have always been helpful, considerate and very helpful Reviewed on: 27th May 2026

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5
Found it very helpful, helps to clear debts over agreed time space with peace of mind. Reviewed on: 27th May 2026

Highly recommend

5
Step change have been extremely supportive and non judgemental Reviewed on: 27th May 2026

Excellent help

5
To me step change was a life saver, I was in dept with no way of seeing a way out and step change changed all that with the help and advice on what to do, I can now see a light at the end of the tunnel Reviewed on: 27th May 2026

Stepchange gave me breathing space.

5
I had lost my job as a supply teacher due to poor mental health and disability. My debts spiralled out of control as my finances were reduced to £75 per week. My mental health suffered greatly and I buried my head in the sand, avoided phone calls and the mountain of letters asking for money. Stepchange was actually suggested by one of my credit card companies. It changed my life. No more harassment for money that I could no longer earn, I could breathe for the 1st time in months. The process was simple, and online, which helped me deal with my shame of owing money. Reviewed on: 27th May 2026

A very valuables team of competent people

5
I have now been with StepChange assistance and advice for over 2 years. I have been treated very well and reassured in all my time with them. I know that if I have questions or issues I can contact them quickly and efficiently. Thank you Reviewed on: 27th May 2026

Simply life changing

5
I had debts of around £40k, paying over £1000 in monthly payments. Step change reduced these payments to around £350per month, allowing me to pay my bills and live my life - thank you!! Reviewed on: 27th May 2026

great service , very understanding , No judgement ,...

5
great service , very understanding , No judgement , Highly recommend anyone anyone to use this service Reviewed on: 27th May 2026

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