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StepChange: Debt advice reviews

Name: Debt advice
Rating: 4.92 (18661 reviews)

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4.92

Based on 18,661 reviews, last reviewed 10th Jul 2026

126000% increase in 5 star reviews

in the past 90 days

1600% increase in 1 star reviews

in the past 90 days

97%

Latest highest rating:

5

StepChange have helped me become debt free, I comple... StepChange have helped me become debt free, I completed the budget form and entered in the amount that I owed and they gave me a plan to pay off my de... Read more Reviewed on: 10th July 2026

Latest lowest rating:

1

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.

Awards

Company of the year 2025

Awarded to the consumer credit company rated highest in customer reviews.
Best financial support provider 2025

Awarded to the financial support provider rated highest in customer reviews.

StepChange Debt advice reviews (18661)

Review of the StepChange, Debt advice:

Retaking control

You've come to the end of your tether, swamped by red letters and final notices. So phone StepChange - one of the best half hours of your life. They sort out what you spend on what, what you owe, what you can afford to pay back after allowances are made for the amount you need to live on. Then they sort out the repayments (through them) and companies listen to them whereas they wouldn't listen to you, because they have standing. And the best bit (apart from the relief of finally doing something positive about things) is that they're a charity and won't charge you a penny. Reviewed on: 23rd April 2017

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

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

Six Star Rating, in my opinion!!

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...

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

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

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

StepChange Can Change Your Life

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.

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

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

Wouldn't know where we'd be without Stepchange.

Wouldn't know where we'd be without Stepchange. We're so grateful they do all that they do and gave us some light in what was a very dark time. Struggling with debt, not knowing what to do they have given us a plan of action, been very reassuring and have finally given us some peace of mind and excitement for the future. They are always very helpful, patient and understanding. Reviewed on: 10th June 2025

I was really pleased with the service.

I was really pleased with the service. They made me feel less anxious about my situation, and helped me manage my finances. Reviewed on: 10th June 2025

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