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StepChange: Debt advice reviews

Name: Debt advice
Rating: 4.95 (16515 reviews)

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4.95

Based on 16,515 reviews, last reviewed 9th May 2026

86550% 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

.Don't be ashamed to ask for help I am in my 70s and was embarrassed to be in debt . Step Change have been incredibly helpful getting my debt under control which has helped me regain ... Read more 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.

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StepChange Debt advice reviews (16515)

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

When i first contacted you.

When i first contacted you. I was so depressed and stressed. I was put at ease spoke to staff who seemed to understand my dilemma . They guided me through step by step and i was debt free in two to three years. Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

always helpful and very polite.

always helpful and very polite. staff takes time to go through your budget and don’t rush you in taking any decisions.Thank you Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

StepChange the best decsion you will ever make

Things got heavy, covid left me in a pickle salary no longer met my outgoings. sleepless nights worrying about meeting the payments the following month after month. The worry and the shame…A few of the lenders recommended i give Step Change a call., at the start I thought NO, I can do this….but is so difficult. Like swimming in custard. My back was against the wall. I had no other option left. 3 years into our plan an I am so glad I made that call. I have to say that it has not been easy a lot of sacrifices had to be made, and we continue to do so. But these have trained us to be smarter, budget much better. As its sits we stand to be debt free (bar mortgage and a wee car) in May 2026. Looking back now and looking ahead makes me quite emotional. Stepchange are a game changer. Don’t wait a minute longer to make the call. The staff are so understanding and helpful. This will be the best decison you have ever made. Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

This charity is a life saver....

This charity is a life saver, being able to consolidate debt to an affordable amount with the help and support from Stepchange has been amazing and it doesn't take much time at all to get set up. Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

Great debt solution company

I was at an all low after having a brain haemorrhage, couldn't work, was embarrassed about my situation and was recommended by my creditors to get in touch with stepchange and they saved my circumstances and now I breathe, the stress has been removed and my debt is going down. Great company, compassionate staff and easy to deal with once you take the step and call them. Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

They help alot by assisting people to repay their de...

They help alot by assisting people to repay their debts Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

Helpful, kind and understanding

Everyone I have spoken to has been helpful, understanding and willing to listen and help to reassure me. Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

Very helpful.

Very helpful. Non judgemental. Feel at ease talking to them. Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

Step Change - Life Changers

From beginning to end Step Change treated me with respect, kindness and help. It took me 2 years plus to become debt free but is a wonderful feeling, I feel free! Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

The Step Change website is very easy to navigate and...

The Step Change website is very easy to navigate and the detail needed to be entered to get advise are very easy to follow. In my case a debt management plan was advised and the setup and monthly management of this has been seamless and stress free. When I have had to speak to SC they have been very friendly and understanding everytime. Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

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