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StepChange: Debt advice reviews

4.92
Based on 18,670 reviews, last reviewed 28th Jul 2026
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Latest highest rating:

5

Supportive team, Helpful controllable solutions After struggling financially because of an abusive relationship and becoming a solo parent to a very young child, StepChange Deb Advice have helped me... Read more Reviewed on: 28th July 2026
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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.

StepChange Debt advice reviews (18671)

Review of the StepChange, Debt advice:

Caring understanding helpful

5
They helpt me when I was at the end of my tether.They listened,reassured me.Made me feel confident, in dealing with my problem.So I would say simple the best and thank you. Reviewed on: 22nd July 2021

Sympathetic and very understanding.

5
Sympathetic and very understanding. Top rate. Reviewed on: 28th May 2026

Extremely helpful during a very difficult time

5
Really helpful when I needed it the most. Without any family support, I felt buried in debt and struggling to keep my accounts up to date. StepChange gave me clarity, stability, and a way forward. Reviewed on: 28th May 2026

Learn to use a spredsheet

4
Stepchange budgeting is no more than a starting point. I find a running spreadsheet to be an essential tool. The cheapest tablet or PC will serve, (but ALWAYS back-up your files). My current sheet was started in Jan 23 and is compiled through to Dec 27. In Dec 26 i made a note of the forecast balance for Dec 27, and the current forecast is within £40 of that. I check my spreadsheet each night against my current account and correct any anomaly. For me, the main benefit is that knowing my situation with reasonable certainty removes all worries. It's easy to balance cash flow by adjusting the timing of flexible payments versus those such as direct debits. I have been using Stepchange for over 10 years to manage a debt of over £50.000 and my forecast debt at Dec 27 will be £1293. In that time I have never missed a payment due to anyone, although on one occasion, by reason of an oversight, my current account dropped to just £12. Reviewed on: 28th May 2026

Step Change the very best advice service

5
I have found that step Change has been absolutely wonderful, and I highly recommend their excellent services to anyone that needs their financial advice and expertise Reviewed on: 28th May 2026

25k Debt Free

5
I was about 25k in debt and at a point of no return, was advised to look into Stepchange. Managed to consolidate all my loans into 1 monthly payment, set up a standing order so the money was paid directly on the date I was paid. Still received letters from loan companies but contacted Stepchange and they delt with everything. Repayments where at the maximum I could pay with little wiggle room but still getting paid and still surviving, debt is never going to be stress free but just used it as a learning experience and have since found budgeting loads easier since finishing my repayments. It's a company I never want to hear from again but owe them my life, thankyou. Reviewed on: 28th May 2026

StepChangeGreat service helped me a lot ,so grateful.

5
StepChange helped me a lot ,so grateful.Very professional and polite service. Reviewed on: 28th May 2026

Its ok to ask for help

5
I was struggling with bills and my stress levels were through the roof and needed help (even though its hard to admit needing help) I found stepchange and they talked and helped me set up a plan and through out they have helped and supported me, I am very greatful to them and what they believe in Reviewed on: 28th May 2026

Very helpful have really help me getting my payments...

5
Very helpful have really help me getting my payments sorted out Reviewed on: 28th May 2026

Friendly & Helpful Service

5
Very helpful & friendly service provided by Step Change to assist and guide people who are in financial difficulties. Reviewed on: 28th May 2026

At a cross roads

5
I had reached a point where i didnt know what to do and the letters kept coming. I did not have a plan in regards to how i was going to service my debt and thought if i buried my head in the sand, then everything would go away. Which it didn't.... I found Ste Change on a comparison website and completed the initial information. I was able to speak to real person who made me feel that i was doing the right thing by accessing support before it became too out of hand. I did the budget and had my DMP agreed and have been paying ALL my debts since. It is going to take me a long time to clear all my debt but i don't feel like it is out of control and I now open my letters when i receive them as i am not traumatised by what they could potentially say. Reviewed on: 28th May 2026

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