Smart Money People Logo

StepChange: Debt advice reviews

4.95
Based on 14,716 reviews, last reviewed 24th Mar 2026
67% decrease in 5 star reviews
in the past 90 days
No new 1 star reviews
in the past 90 days
See only 5 star reviews
97%
See only 4 star reviews
3%
See only 3 star reviews
0%
See only 2 star reviews
0%
See only 1 star reviews
0%

Latest highest rating:

5

There customer service are very good and helpful. There customer service are very good and helpful. They advised the way it should be. I am happy with the advice l got from them Reviewed on: 24th March 2026
PeterEducation's avatar
PeterEducation

Latest lowest rating:

2

My payments are not aligned with the date required b... My payments are not aligned with the date required by the credit card which cased major attention on my credit rating report Reviewed on: 23rd June 2025
Magda 's avatar
Magda

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 (14716)

Review of the StepChange, Debt advice:

Dare to hope,!

5
I have been very ill with cancer. During my treatments I took my eye off the ball as the saying goes. Was too ill to deal with post and many many calls from people demanding money. I was becoming paranoid about the phone,the postman. Well debts don’t go away I didn’t know where or who to turn to, my life was such a mess, I was even contemplating ending it all. A friend came here and said why don’t we ring Stepchange the debt charity. I had nothing to lose but from that very first call, they made me feel like we can sort this out together and took me through every single step. Every person I spoke with was efficient,nothing was too much trouble, kind and compassionate. Made me feel like perhaps I could live a life. Am not the only person this happens to. Quite a bit of paperwork which I found daunting but even if I was stuck on silly questions I always got a real person to speak with. I can’t praise them high enough Reviewed on: 27th August 2024

I was really struggling to pay my debts and after on...

5
I was really struggling to pay my debts and after one phone call with the advisers at Stepchange, my problem was sorted. They were really good and reassuring and managed to get me on a debt management plan. Reviewed on: 10th June 2025

Very kind ,and understanding not judgemental with ve...

5
Very kind ,and understanding not judgemental with very good advice and support . Reviewed on: 10th June 2025

Very helpful, has generally changed my life for the...

5
Very helpful, has generally changed my life for the better Reviewed on: 10th June 2025

Six Star Rating, in my opinion!!

5
I'm reviewing on behalf of my 89 year old father who got into financial difficulties a few years ago, at which time, Step Change were recommended to us. From the very first phone call it immediately felt that they were working for us and had our interests at the forefront, rather than a giant corporate bank. They took us through the process and together we built my fathers plan based on incomings/outgoings. Using their experience they raised questions regarding dads expediture for items not shown on bank statements or infrequent purchases. The outcome was a proposed plan to reduce his debt over time but wasn't going to leave him in difficulties that may lead to further debt, Once we finalised that, Step Change took over and negotiated directly with those organisations who he was indebted to. We were notified that the plan had been agreed and then we simply created a Direct Debit to Step Change for the agreed monthly payment. Beyond that all we have done is annually review the plan to update incomings/outgoings to and refine payments as required. Step Change have been an unbelievable help to my father and I, especially as I manage his finances but live quite some distance away, Thank you Step Change Reviewed on: 10th June 2025

Step change taught me to budget and gave me back my...

5
Step change taught me to budget and gave me back my self respect. It’s was initially difficult to acknowledge that the had a problem but everyone i spoke to were so courteous and non judgemental . I can not thank you enough. You helped me take back control of my life. Reviewed on: 10th June 2025

caused so much stress

2
They managed to mix up my creditors and reference numbers. i emailed and telephoned with all these reference numbers ect. and it took 5 months to finally get it all sorted. caused so much stress Reviewed on: 10th June 2025

Everyone so friendly made me feel reassured

5
Everyone so friendly made me feel reassured Reviewed on: 10th June 2025

StepChange Can Change Your Life

5
If you are stressed about carrying too much debt, Step Change will walk you through the different options open to you. They also act as a go between with the companies you are in debt to. StepChange have been a great support to me with really helpful and caring staff. Reviewed on: 10th June 2025

The advisors are well trained and extremely empathetic.

5
The advisors are well trained and extremely empathetic. I had worried about growing debt for a long time but I have less stress now. Reviewed on: 10th June 2025

Great support

5
It took us 4 years to clear our debt but with the support of Step Change and their staff it all went very smoothly and it took the anxiety and stress out of the process. It was difficult at times and when we had a blip the staff at Step Change guided us through it. It was such a great feeling to see our debt clear. We now have the confidence to go forward. We thank them for all their help and would highly recommend using their services. Reviewed on: 10th June 2025

Do you have a different StepChange product?

Share your experiences with products to help others make smarter financial decisions and learn more about different products available. Write a review

Want to see more from StepChange?

  • Mortgage Broker

    from StepChange 5.00 from 6 reviews
    StepChange
    View all products