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StepChange: Debt advice reviews

Name: Debt advice
Rating: 4.95 (16489 reviews)

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4.95

Based on 16,489 reviews, last reviewed 9th May 2026

85250% increase in 5 star reviews

in the past 90 days

900% increase in 1 star reviews

in the past 90 days

97%

Latest highest rating:

5

They put your mind at ease your not alone. I was a shamed I got into the mess and they treated me with respect I can’t thank them enough. Reviewed on: 9th May 2026

Latest lowest rating:

1

Terrible advice - got me into very long term de... Very very poor advice got me into very long term debt I would never recommend this service. I should have just gone bankrupt, instead I was stupid an... Read more Reviewed on: 8th 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.

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 (16489)

Review of the StepChange, Debt advice:

Dare to hope,!

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

Have been in DMP for many years and it has helped me...

Have been in DMP for many years and it has helped me steady the ship and within a couple of months off being debt free Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

I was in debt and couldn’t find a way to cope.

I was in debt and couldn’t find a way to cope. Stepchange really helped, by helping to manage my debts, and contacting companies on my behalf. I am in a much better place financially now. They have been fantastic. Thank you. Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

Lifesaver.

Over many years, first as CCCS, then as Stepchange, the organisation has supported me in dealing with what seemed an insupportable debt burden acquired during an undiagnosed mental illness. Although the telephone waiting can seem a little onerous, it is always worth it for the supportive advice and, most of all, taking on all contact with my creditors. I might never have recovered, and creditors might never have been paid, if it was not for the support from Stepchange. Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

Peace at last

I had been I'll and this debt was really affecting my mentality. It was hanging over me for a few years but within a month or so Stepchange eased the burden massively. Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

Highly recommend!

After both my partner and I being made redundant, finances quickly spiralled downward. After struggling to manage and the situation reaching an overwhelming crisis point, I contacted Step Change. The relief following my call was immense! I felt heard, understood and supported. The help was so practical and it was immediate. That phone call was long, but they went through all my finances with me thoroughly and a payment plan was set up. I had complete control, they just guided and advised. We agreed on an affordable monthly repayment. The intimidating letters stopped, interest was frozen in most cases and we felt like we had regained control. The plan is reviewed regularly and can be changed to suit any shifting circumstances. It got us out lives back and I can’t recommend them highly enough. Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

I’m relieved and not as stressed as I was and feelin...

I’m relieved and not as stressed as I was and feeling better about myself with your help Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

A real life saver

We had major debts and were really struggling to see a way we could cope. Having a debt management plan gave us affordable repayments and we are now 18 months away from being debt free with a decent credit rating. It has also taught us to reserve credit and loans for essential things only. We don’t have overdrafts and we are now able to get credit when we really need it. For example for a new car that we need for work. We are now much better at budgeting and only spending what we have. The annual reviews show your progress and encourage you to keep doing the right things. It was a real Lifesaver Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

I have been treated with understanding and respect.

I have been treated with understanding and respect. Stepchange has helped me to sleep again at night. Big thank you to everone Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

Calming people.

Calming people. Can now see progress being made Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

THE VERY BEST.

OMG, peace of mind, and not have to worry about knocks on the door. Would recommen Stepchange to anyone with money trouble. And THANKYOU SO MUCH FOR HELPING US.THE Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

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