Sodium-ion batteries (SIBs) have attracted wide attention in the field of large-scale energy storage systems because of the extensive sources and low cost of sodium compounds. Anode materials have a great influence on the performance of batteries. Amongst various anode materials, alloy anode materials have caused extensive concern due to high capacity. However, the poor cycling stability resulting from severe volume expansion during charging and discharging hinders the development of alloy anode materials. Recently, the cycling stability of alloy materials has been greatly enhanced by coating, nanosizing or intermetallics. In this paper, we briefly review the research progress and reaction mechanism of Sn, Sb, P, Ge, Bi, Pb and Si materials alloying with sodium, discuss the problems of the alloy materials and the ways to solve them. Finally, we prospect the future development tendency of alloy anode materials for sodium-ion batteries.