Sage Reviews 

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

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Review summary

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Looking at 1,037 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the staff for being exceptionally helpful, patient, and knowledgeable during onboarding and training sessions, making setup processes smooth and completely manageable. People note that support agents provide clear guidance, answer questions thoroughly, and quickly resolve technical issues to get accounting systems fully up and running. However, some people mentioned encountering frustrating wait times and persistent difficulties connecting with a real person when trying to reach customer service by phone. Others felt that certain aspects of the software and support systems were overly complicated, expensive, or completely lacked adequate assistance outside of automated options.

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Staff

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Customer service

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Service

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User experience

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

We appreciated Danielle's patience during the onboarding. She spoke very clear & explained lots of details as we went along. I don't think we were informed before hand by our sales rep about what to e... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Having brought payroll in house using the new cloud based sage payroll system, which I hadn't used previously, I needed a refresher. Lee Carlsen was assigned to do my training & nothing was too mu... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Philip Daly from SageHR was amazing to work with. He guided us through the entire setup process clearly and efficiently, making everything easy to understand. He patiently answered our long list of qu... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a really difficult time setting up new payrolls on the software and had to arrange some training sessions. I worked with James Denston on these sessions and I cannot describe just how wonderful,... See more

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  3. Accounting Software Company
  4. Tax preparation software

About Sage

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Sage, helping business flow

Sage exists to knock down barriers so small and medium-sized businesses can thrive; supported by accountants, partners and the wider business community.

We help businesses manage money, people and payroll with confidence, reducing friction in everyday work so they can focus on what matters most.

Millions of customers trust Sage’s finance, HR and payroll software to help work and money flow. By connecting businesses with customers, suppliers, employees, banks and governments, Sage helps reduce manual effort, improve accuracy and deliver the insights businesses need to move forward.

We know running a business can be complex and time-consuming. That’s why Sage combines smart technology with a human approach; bringing together intuitive software, local expertise, trusted support and strong partner communities.

Beyond our products, we use our technology, time and experience to help tackle digital inequality, economic inequality and the climate crisis, supporting more inclusive and sustainable growth.

Everything we do is driven by a simple goal: helping business flow, so businesses and the people behind them can move forward with clarity and confidence.

Sage for Small Business
Sage for Medium Business
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exactly what we expect from Sage

Exactly what we expect from Sage - confidence and expertise when dealing with specific and problematic customer requirements. The onboarding experience cannot be overstated when compared to other providers.

17 August 2026
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Reply from Sage

We are so pleased to hear that you experienced confidence and expertise with our team. Thank you for highlighting our onboarding experience!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The software is easy to use

The software is easy to use and Sage copilot makes answering any queries I have a lot quicker. So I would highly recommend the software to anyone that wants to spend less time on admin and more time doing the job we love.

17 August 2026
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Reply from Sage

We're so glad to hear our software and Sage Copilot are helping you save time on admin tasks, allowing you to focus on what you love. Thank you for your wonderful recommendation!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Clear imstructions and demonstrations…

Clear imstructions and demonstrations in a timely manner that we could follow

12 August 2026
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Reply from Sage

We're so happy to hear that our clear instructions and demonstrations were helpful and easy for you to follow. We appreciate your positive feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I love Sage

I love Sage, never had a problem with anyone I have talked to. Problems are solved without fuss and quickly.

I always recommend Sage to everyone!

17 August 2026
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Reply from Sage

We're so glad to hear you've consistently had positive experiences with our team and that problems are resolved quickly and efficiently. Thank you for recommending us!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sage 50 Accounts - Training by ELLIS ROWAN

ELLIS ROWAN PROVIDED US WITH EPAYMENTS TRAINING AND HIS KNOWLEDGE AND CLARITY WERE EXCELLENT. THANK YOU ELLIS. WELL DONE SAGE ON THE CLIENT TRAINING BEING OFFERED.

17 August 2026
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Reply from Sage

We're happy to hear that our team member provided excellent knowledge and clarity during the ePayments training. It's great to know you found the client training beneficial.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I did not have a great customer service…

I did not have a great customer service experience, and I feel like I was scammed. The representative stated that I only had to pay a one-time fee. No one informed me that I would also have to pay a fee to a third-party credit score company, as well as a $100 monthly fee. When I communicated my frustration, they canceled my service, but nothing was removed from my credit report.

16 August 2026
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Reply from Sage

We are sorry to hear about your experiences. We've sent you a request to confirm your account details. We can then investigate your concerns further.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I'm very disappointed with this…

I'm very disappointed with this company. I opened an account which never worked!!! As I opened the account the person who was monitoring the account went off because he had a bereavement. As such I had to hire another accounting firm. I also hired a company to cancel the account but it seems said company did not bother to cancel the account so it was left running even though I never touched it. I've now been able to cancel the account (I think) but I realise sage has taken £8.40 from my card. Client beware not everything is at it seems. Sage offered no support but continued to take payments from my card. I find this totally unacceptable and they must have known the account was not being used. ZERO

15 August 2026
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Reply from Sage

We are sorry to hear about your experiences. We've sent you a request to confirm your account details. We can then investigate your concerns further.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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15 August 2026
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Reply from Sage

Thanks for the review. We do not believe this review to be for us, so you may want to move it to the relevant business.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The technician was very helpful …

The technician was very helpful and patient, it would be great if you could extend your hours until 7 or 8 pm, and half days on the weekends. A lot of people work extended hours.

14 August 2026
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Reply from Sage

We're so glad to hear our technician provided excellent service! We appreciate your valuable feedback regarding extended hours and weekend availability. We understand the need for flexibility and will certainly consider your suggestions as we review our operating schedule.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good help

Very professional and knowledgeable. Addressed my issue quickly.

13 August 2026
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Reply from Sage

We're so pleased to hear that our team was professional and knowledgeable in addressing your issue quickly. Thank you for your positive feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Support!!

Chris Hall with Sage Support was super helpful. He spent over an hour with me to resolve an issue, taking time to test solutions on his test system. He found the solution that solved my problem. It was a great experience!

14 August 2026
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Reply from Sage

We're so pleased to hear that our support team was able to resolve your issue and provide such a great experience. It's wonderful to know that the time spent testing solutions led to a successful outcome.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Because it was not easy for me to do…

Because it was not easy for me to do this

14 August 2026
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Reply from Sage

Many thanks for the review. If this is based on a genuine experience, please respond to the email we have sent with your account details.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Customer Support

Andrew resolved my login issue immediately understood the requirement an delivered it

14 August 2026
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Reply from Sage

We're so glad to hear that our team member was able to quickly resolve your login issue and understood your needs perfectly. Your positive feedback is greatly appreciated!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant Support

Always helpful. Knowledgeable and friendly team

14 August 2026
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Reply from Sage

Thank you for your wonderful review! We are so pleased to hear that our team was helpful, knowledgeable, and friendly during your experience with us.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had an issue with a VAT return

I had an issue with a VAT return, Josh at Sage put my mind at rest and in a matter of minutes the issue was resolved and I was relieved! I have been a sage user for over 30+ yrs and would highly recommend the software and the ‘help’ team 100 stars guys you are the best!!

12 August 2026
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Reply from Sage

We're so pleased to hear that our team was able to quickly resolve your VAT return issue and put your mind at ease. It's wonderful to know that you've been a loyal user for over 30 years and that you highly recommend our software and support. Thank you for your fantastic feedback

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding Customer Service

I felt that their customer service support went above and beyond to assist us with our issue. In addition to troubleshooting the initial problem, they were able to identify a separate issue with our account that was contributing to the difficulties we were experiencing.

They understood the urgency of the situation and recognized that our ability to process payroll could be impacted if the issue was not resolved promptly. They took our concerns very seriously and made a genuine effort to ensure the matter received the attention it required.

Ultimately, the primary issue turned out to be a widespread problem, and we were among the first customers to report it. I greatly appreciated their customer supports responsiveness, professionalism, and dedication to helping us reach a resolution as quickly as possible.

12 August 2026
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Reply from Sage

We are so pleased to hear that our customer service team was able to provide such exceptional support and resolve your payroll processing issue efficiently. It's wonderful to know that their responsiveness, professionalism, and dedication made a significant difference. We truly appreciate you sharing your positive experience with us.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great training session

Natalie Cade was great in our training session on Sage 50 Payroll. She was very helpful and knowledgeable, a pleasure to work with. She answered all our questions and explained everything in an easy to understand way, probably the best training session I have been on in a while!

12 August 2026
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Reply from Sage

We're so pleased to hear that our team member was very helpful and knowledgeable during your training session. It's wonderful to know that everything was explained clearly and that you found it to be one of the best training sessions you've attended.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

SAGE RIPOFF...?

AVOID ICE COMMS LIKE THE PLAGUE WITH THEIR UNDERHAND 3RD PARTY COMMS TACTICS. READ OTHER 1 STAR REVIEWS TO GET A TRUE REFLECTION - BE WARNED -. SCAMMERS!

After nearly 25 years as a Sage customer, I am extremely disappointed to receive yet another subscription price increase. We originally purchased Sage under a perpetual licence model, only to be pushed onto a subscription service, and now the costs seem to rise regularly.
This latest increase of £17.50 per month plus VAT was simply announced with no meaningful recognition of long-standing customer loyalty. The message essentially says the price is going up and the direct debit will be adjusted automatically.
Businesses like ours have supported Sage for decades, and it feels as though loyalty counts for very little! New customers are often offered incentives and discounts, whilst existing customers are left paying ever-increasing fees.
If this is how Sage treats customers who have been with them for a quarter of a century, then it is a very poor reflection of the company's values!

13 August 2026
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Reply from Sage

Hi Daniel,

Thank you for updating your review.

Having reviewed your Sage account, I can see that following your original Trustpilot review, you have since spoken with our team regarding your pricing concerns.

Could you please confirm whether the additional comments in your amended review relate to Sage? If so, we'd appreciate the opportunity to investigate this further for you. Alternatively, if the comments were intended for another company in error, you may wish to update or move your review to the correct business so it can be addressed appropriately.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Kind regards,
Sage Customer Experience Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Paul Woodhead is a credit to Sage HR

Paul Woodhead has helped me tremendously whilst setting up Sage HR
He has been extremely patient whilst explaining things to me and has always actioned anything that I need quickly and efficiently
He has made this a lot easier than I expected it to be

13 August 2026
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Reply from Sage

We're so pleased to hear that our team member provided such patient and efficient assistance while setting up Sage HR. It's wonderful to know they made the process much easier than expected.

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