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StepChange: Debt advice reviews

Name: Debt advice
Rating: 4.92 (18646 reviews)

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4.92

Based on 18,646 reviews, last reviewed 25th Jun 2026

188500% 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

Supported me through every stage of my IVA Completed an IVA with StepChange — it ran longer than planned thanks to emergency spending and furlough, but they were solid throughout. Never felt li... Read more Reviewed on: 25th June 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 (18646)

Review of the StepChange, Debt advice:

A friend told me about step change I was so worried...

A friend told me about step change I was so worried about my dept paying out more than I could I wouldn't no what I would of done without there help its Excellent service allows me to carry on without that worry . Reviewed on: 27th May 2025

Lovely easy to deal with knowledgeable people.

Lovely easy to deal with knowledgeable people. Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

They are here to help

I was going through a bad time i was getting into a mess with my debts and didn't know what to do, then I heard about step change, it took a lot of courage to ring them as I felt ashamed but I'm so glad I did I honestly wouldn't have known what to do without them, I could have lost my house, I was beside myself did I buy food or pay my debts but they were and are a fantastic service and they saved my life, the amount of pressure that was lifted was unbelievable I felt I had some control back, they never judged me never made me feel ashamed and was empathic to the situation I was in Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

Great help!

Unexpected financial problems were causing problems. Stepchange was recommended and has/is helping well! Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

Saved my mental health

Going from drowning in debt to managable monthly payment made a huge difference, not only to my bank balance, but to my mental health. I was severely struggling and couldn't see a way out of all of the debt that had mounted up from a relationship breakdown, but StepChange helped me prioritise my debts, arranged a payment break and I'm now on the way to being debt free with a significantly smaller monthly payment with no huge interest costs. Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

Excellent customer service and helpful information.

Excellent customer service and helpful information. Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

They do not judge.

They do not judge you, they listen and I feel. I could move on with my life without the constant worry. Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

Excellent communication, knowledgeable staff who sho...

Excellent communication, knowledgeable staff who show sympathy and compassion all whilst advising in a professional and accomplished manner. Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

Don't delay, you won't be judged!

After the first time speaking to StepChange, it was an instant weight off my shoulders that had been overwhelming me for far too long. You think you'll never get out of the situation you're in, but after reviewing your situation and finances you see that light at the end instantly. Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

Very good service, they will solve your debt proble...

Very good service, they will solve your debt problems, calculate and assist you with how much you are able to pay. Customer service friendly. Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

Step Change have been a life line after I was victim...

Step Change have been a life line after I was victim of a serious financial scam. They gave me excellent advice and support during a crisis and have helped me to get my life back on track. Reviewed on: 23rd May 2025

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