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StepChange: Debt advice reviews

4.95
Based on 16,612 reviews, last reviewed 10th May 2026
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Latest highest rating:

5

Great Advice - No Judgment! Although I was well over retirement age, I had continued to work in order to pay off my credit card debts. Unfortunately, I had to give up work comple... Read more Reviewed on: 10th May 2026
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Latest lowest rating:

2

Wouldn't recommend The customer service team I find to be very slow in responding, and I have sometimes had to send the same information a few times as they have clearly... Read more Reviewed on: 9th May 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 (16612)

Review of the StepChange, Debt advice:

Supportive and Caring

5
Stepchange is the understanding, none criticising option for anyone who has unfortunately fell into debt I would sure recommend them. Reviewed on: 3rd August 2021

Was in debt for so long

5
Was in debt for so long every month falling more and more behind, after a week of finding out about stepchage my financial issues were lifted and is now manageable Reviewed on: 6th May 2026

A place that genuinely help stabilise lives

4
StepChange have genuinely helped me through some of the hardest periods of my life. Debt can impact every part of a person’s wellbeing mentally, emotionally and physically and sometimes people end up struggling because of trauma, life circumstances, neurodivergence, unexpected hardship or simply trying to survive. What has always stood out to me is the kindness and humanity of the staff. Every person I’ve spoken to over the years has treated me with patience, respect and care. I’ve never felt judged, rushed or looked down on, and that makes a huge difference when you’re already overwhelmed. There have occasionally been small administrative issues or moments of confusion, but overall the support has been invaluable and has genuinely reduced a huge amount of stress from my life. They make difficult situations feel more manageable and help people feel less alone while dealing with debt. I would absolutely recommend StepChange to anyone struggling financially. Services like this genuinely help save and stabilise lives. Reviewed on: 6th May 2026

Peace of mind

5
We have cleared our debt and Step change helped us all the way with advice and changing our payments to fit our budget. Also the staff are really friendly and helpful. Reviewed on: 6th May 2026

They are very helpful they take the stress away

5
They are very helpful they take the stress away Reviewed on: 6th May 2026

They were thorough, caring, explained everything well.

5
They were thorough, caring, explained everything well, and negotiated a very good deal with all my creditors and came up with a realistic repayment plan which has enabled me to have enough money to live on while repaying my debts Reviewed on: 6th May 2026

StepChange UK provided excellent support.

5
StepChange UK provided excellent support. The staff were kind, understanding, and professional, making a difficult situation much easier to manage. I felt listened to and well advised throughout. I’d highly recommend their service. Reviewed on: 6th May 2026

This service is a lifesaver I would definitely recom...

5
This service is a lifesaver I would definitely recommend anyone who’s struggling with debt to get in touch with Stepchange Reviewed on: 6th May 2026

Very professional service.

5
Very professional service. They took away the worry and helped me sort out my debt problem Reviewed on: 6th May 2026

StepChange Debt Advice

5
When I first got in touch with StepChange Debt Advice people, the clearly explained how the could help with my Finacial Situation. They looked at all my paperwork and showed how my situation could be made better without suffering further hardship. They have helped to reduce my debt to a very manageable level. that is almost cleared up now. Reviewed on: 6th May 2026

Found advisers very helpful and good advice

5
Found advisers very helpful and good advice Reviewed on: 6th May 2026