Helpbox UK Reviews 894

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.7

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Looking at 560 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for being polite, helpful, and professional, making them feel at ease and confident. The service is frequently highlighted as excellent, with many appreciating the clear explanations and simplified processes, especially for those new to financial matters. Reviewers are particularly impressed with the quick response times and efficient handling of inquiries, noting that the team is always available and happy to answer questions without making them feel bad. However, some customers also noted issues with communication, mentioning that they had to repeat information and experienced a lack of follow-through. A few other people also felt that the onboarding process was non-existent or poorly executed, leading to confusion and miscommunication, and in some cases, work not being filed correctly.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Honestly wasn't sure what to expect going into my first onboarding call, but Alkis Michael from Helpbox UK put me right at ease. He didn't waffle or overcomplicate things — just told me what I needed... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Wow what an amazing experience, from day one talking to Paddy over the phone regarding my buisnis he was very helpful for me to understand how everything works. And not to forget Alkis Michael who h... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I cannot praise Helpbox enough !! The team at Helpbox have made the process of sorting my very confusing accounts … Simple ! The process(so far ) has been a complete pleasure, not at all stressful.... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

All my working life my wages were paid under the Government PAYE scheme. Therefore, I have never had any direct contact with HMRC. Helpbox therefore, have made me feel most comfortable in taking on th... See more


Company details

  1. Accountant
  2. Accounting Firm
  3. Bookkeeping Service
  4. Tax Advisor
  5. Tax Preparation
  6. Tax Preparation Service

Written by the company

Helpbox UK is built for small business owners who want their accounting handled properly, clearly and without the stress. We support sole traders, limited companies, freelancers, landlords, contractors, creatives, consultants and growing businesses across the UK. Whether you need annual accounts, corporation tax, self-assessment, VAT returns, bookkeeping, payroll, CIS or day-to-day accounting support, our aim is simple: to keep your finances organised, your deadlines under control and your business moving forward. What makes Helpbox different is the way we combine professional accounting support with real accessibility. You are not left waiting weeks for answers or trying to work everything out alone. Our clients get unlimited support by phone, video call and email, so when a question comes up, you have a team you can actually contact. We also work through dedicated specialist teams. VAT queries go to people who deal with VAT every day. Payroll questions go to payroll specialists. Accounts and tax work is reviewed carefully, with checks designed to spot missed opportunities, avoid unnecessary risk and make sure your records are clear before anything is finalised. Good accounting should not feel confusing, distant or intimidating. It should give you clarity, confidence and peace of mind. That is what we are here to do. If you want an accountant who explains things clearly, responds properly and supports your business throughout the year, contact Helpbox UK and book a discovery call.


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4.7

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

894 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service – professional, responsive, and very helpful. Special thanks to Nicola for her support. Highly recommended.

April 22, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Signed up for a full year, got a full refund! Complete waste

Signed up for a full year, paid upfront, and deeply regretted it almost immediately.

The onboarding was nonexistent. There was no structured process, no clear expectations set, and no real guidance on how to get started. I was essentially left to figure things out on my own after handing over a significant amount of money.

To make matters worse, on our very first call after signing, they asked me to leave a positive review. I had just signed up - I had no idea yet whether the service would be good. I refused, because that's not how reviews work. A positive review should reflect a positive experience, not be a favour you do on day one before anything has even happened. That request alone told me a lot about how they operate.

Things didn't improve. I raised complaints multiple times about the lack of work. Nothing changed. No meaningful output, no accountability, no follow-through.

I had a call with one of their accountants, and after I asked a question, he replied, asking if I had watched their YouTube videos and, if not, that I should, because they answer those questions there 🤔.

When I finally decided enough was enough and asked to cancel, they acted surprised - despite having a paper trail of my complaints from the very beginning.

They initially refused to refund the remaining months I had paid for in advance. It took me presenting my documented complaints for them to eventually agree to a refund.

Completely unprofessional from start to finish. I'm glad I got out and moved on. Save yourself the time and money.

Their director (Michelle) talks a good game on YouTube, but working with this company is a completely different experience.

April 1, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Encouraging and supportive of needs

Brett was very encouraging, and patient with me. He fully explained the process and helped find me a personal accountant who would suit my needs and personality. Siva, my accountant was like a breath of fresh air, and has really put my mind at rest, so I can focus on my job and leave the messy sit down work to Helpbox

April 21, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Been a great firm

Been a great firm. Took some time to get all the accesses sorted out but these guys have honestly been a breath of fresh air.

Definitely would recommend for small business owners.

Nothing is too much trouble.

April 20, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Absolute nightmare

honestly don’t know where to begin with how disappointing my experience has been with this accountant.

I first requested onboarding back in December, clearly explaining that the actual onboarding should begin in January as I had given notice to my previous accountant. Instead, nothing meaningful happened until the beginning of February — and even then, the only thing they seemed capable of doing was setting up a direct debit and taking their monthly fee.

Since then, they have continued to collect payments while delivering virtually no service whatsoever.

Communication has been an absolute nightmare. I have had to call over 20 times just to get through, often without success. Emails go unanswered, and there is no sense of urgency or professionalism.

To this day, I have still not received access to the bookkeeping app, which is a basic and essential part of the service I signed up for. No onboarding support, no setup, no guidance — nothing.

What I have received instead is stress, wasted time, and months of being completely ignored while they continue to charge me.

This level of service is unacceptable. I will now be proceeding with a small claims court action to recover my money and seek compensation for the months lost due to their inaction.

Avoid at all costs if you value your time, your business, and your peace of mind.

April 20, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I recently moved my ltd company over to…

I recently moved my ltd company over to Helpbox. I liked the informative videos on YT and after that I spoke to them on to check out what they offered.

Although my previous accountant was very good I had to my cost cutting measures. I have so far received excellent service. Once things settle down after the transition I should make important savings whilst maintaining a professional level of service

April 20, 2026
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Could be more professional

I cancelled my company's contract (T3ABC Global Ltd) after deciding to handle my own accounting and regulatory filings. Despite clearly communicating this, I continued to receive repeated requests for authentication codes and prompts to allow filings on my behalf, which became frustrating.
There also appeared to be a lack of clarity around the underlying service agreement and terms. That said, once I formally escalated the matter, the team handled the cancellation professionally and ultimately waived the remaining term.
Overall, my experience was mixed — good resolution at the end, but avoidable issues along the way.

April 2, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Helpbox Accountants are great and amazing value for money

Helpbox Accountants Rob Allan and David Thorn have been an absolute lifesaver while I’ve been juggling two businesses. He’s incredibly knowledgeable, always quick to respond, and genuinely goes the extra mile to make everything easier to manage. Accounting can easily become overwhelming, but David’s clear guidance and calm approach have made a huge difference. It’s such a relief knowing everything’s handled properly and efficiently.

Highly recommend Helpbox UK – especially if you’re running a small business and want a team that actually cares about helping you succeed.

April 16, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sivu Was Brilliant!

Sivu was absolutely wonderful! Not only punctuality to the introductory meeting, but also kept it within the specified time frame, ending on the exact minute.

Despite having many requests from myself, Sivu has managed to answer and aid with each one in a timely manner, simplifying the requirements and actions throughout the process.

April 7, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Help box UK is incredible

Help box UK is incredible. In my opinion they are incredibly helpful. They listen well they hope you’re out the best they can with majority of your enquiries of course if it’s in there ability to do so and everyone I’ve talked to in the company incredibly polite helpful and lovely.
Especially sivu gilili

April 17, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Switching accountants - highly recommended

Both consultants were clear and professional in their advice and were keen to ensure the solution was fit for my circumstances. Very clear and extensive advice provided
Covered everything for a single fixed fee.

April 15, 2026
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