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StepChange: Debt advice reviews

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Based on 16,798 reviews, last reviewed 18th May 2026
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Latest highest rating:

5

Non judgemental, easy to talk to Non judgemental, easy to talk to, I didnt have to feel ashamed anymore, just the facts and the solutions. Emails take a while to be replied to but the... Read more Reviewed on: 18th May 2026
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Sophie K

Latest lowest rating:

2

Wouldn't recommend The customer service team I find to be very slow in responding, and I have sometimes had to send the same information a few times as they have clearly... Read more Reviewed on: 9th 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.

StepChange Debt advice reviews (16798)

Review of the StepChange, Debt advice:

It was absolutely fantastic help from start to finish.

5
It was absolutely fantastic help from start to finish. It took 8 days in total. I'm sitting here now a lot happier than I was 3 weeks ago. They put me forward (against their recommendation) for a DRO, which was passed 2 weeks ago, and because I have their backing, I have been able to liaise with my creditors a lot easier, and they have actually helped me due to my underlying health issues. Thank you to them all from Stepchange and also Money Wellness (the people who organised my finances and submitted my DRO application) From the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU. They all deserve credit and praise for their hard work. Reviewed on: 24th August 2024

The best support Company

5
The Step Change Debt Charity will help you and support you all the way through and give you the best advice for a better future. Reviewed on: 8th July 2023

What I think about step change

5
Step change help me to stand up on my feet and for more people who need a support they financial needs so I will recommend anyone to step change and they will stand by you all the way. Reviewed on: 8th July 2023

Stepchange have helped me so much

5
When i first contacted stepchange, i was scared and nervos because i didnt know how i would cope with all the debt i had. My debt advisor sat down with me and we went through a budget and agreed that a DRO was my best option so i chose that. It was a very fast turnaround and they kept me informed all the way. Stepchange have also helped me to fix my council tax arrears and have set me up with dmp for my other debt. Would highley reccomend to anyone who needs support with money. By far the best and most caring out there Reviewed on: 7th July 2023

Absolute life savers

5
They are always friendly, nonjudgmental and most of all effective! Reviewed on: 7th July 2023

Saviour

5
I was severe depression due lots of debts during Covid because I was made redundant. A friend recommended step change and I got my life again. Thank you so much step change Reviewed on: 7th July 2023

A New Beginning!

5
After years of difficulty with both physical and mental health, l accrued debt. As l moved home several times without realising it l was hoping...wishing the debt would somehow magically dissolve. Burying my head in the sand..... However at each new address l never settled, the worry and anxiety of these debts wouldn't leave me. My mental health remained poor, l felt guilty? ashamed and scared ALL the time. Finally l realised the discomfort of hiding was worse than the discomfort of facing these problems head on. Step Change were recommended by a Neighbour and it took me months to find the courage to make contact. From the moment l did the man l initially spoke to was totally amazing!!! He dealt with my tears and anxiety with sensitivity and reassurance. I went on to speak to numerous case workers having been alloted a personal reference code. My health diagnoses was taken into account, l was treated with dignity and respect. Once my debts were put together l agreed an affordable payment plan which means in over 2 years my credit will be clear! I walk a couple of inches taller now....my shame has gone and l feel the terrible burden l was carrying has been lifted. The staff at Step Change literally enabled me to start afresh....they made me feel safe and not fear opening letters anymore. The dark days of messages from collection agencies are over. A new beginning!!! Thankyou Step Change....my experience with you has been life changing. Reviewed on: 7th July 2023

Amazing & professional

5
Step Change team are still supporting & go beyond expectations to support. I was in a bad place & did not know where to turn, with help of Step Change I managed to keep my debts under control Reviewed on: 7th July 2023

Reassuring and Compasionate

5
Step Change has saved me such anxiety and allowed me to turn my life around. They were reassuring, compassionate and are always on hand whoever required. For anyone that is thinking there is no hope, no support or no one to speak to, you're quite wrong. There is StepChange - that are there every Step of the way to enable you to Change your circumstances Reviewed on: 7th July 2023

I no longer have to lie awake worrying

5
Step change has helped me see a future where I will be debt free . I no longer have to worry about my debts . I felt ashamed that I had got into debt and I was worried that I would be judged. I had no need step change helped me set up a budget and debt management plan they don’t judge you they help you to take control of your finances so your able to pay what you can afford and have enough money to live . I am so glad I contacted them . Reviewed on: 7th July 2023

Super easy

5
Very easy to set up on line and staff on call lines very helpful and friendly, not judged at all, would highly recommend Reviewed on: 7th July 2023