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moveBuddha helps you compare moving companies, containers, and car shippers using verified licensing data, 1M+ customer reviews, and expert research. Since 2015 we've analyzed 4,500+ movers to make moving simple and safe.

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Full-Service Movers

Find vetted interstate and state-by-state moving companies.

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Truck Rentals

Compare DIY truck rental options and pricing.

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Moving Containers

Compare PODS, U-Pack, and more to compare price and services.

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Car Shipping

Check carriers, transit times, and real pricing factors.

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Our Track Record

4,500+

We maintain the most comprehensive mover database in the U.S., verified through licensing, pricing, and performance data from federal and state sources.

1,000,000+

We aggregate and validate reviews from over 25 trusted sources including government databases, the BBB, and our own Better Moves Project.

25+

Our research incorporates official records, customer feedback, and industry surveys to ensure every recommendation is accurate and up to date.

10+ years

We've spent more than a decade refining tools and advice that help people move smarter and with less stress.

400,000+

Nearly half a million people use moveBuddha each year to find transparent, data-driven moving information that actually helps them plan better.

$50,000+

Through our Better Moves Project, we've awarded more than $50,000 in grants to help offset moving costs while gathering authentic, documented move experiences.

Who We Are

We're a team of expert researchers, data analysts, engineers, and editors who utilize interviews, the largest proprietary data set in the moving industry, secret shopping, licensing verification, and review analysis to rank moving companies, provide accurate quotes, and create helpful guides and resources that make your move easier and safer. Research and rankings are led by Ryan Carrigan, Co-founder & Editorial Director, and reviewed by moveBuddha's editorial team following our Methodology.

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How We're Changing the Moving Industry

moveBuddha isn't just reviewing movers. We're raising the bar for the entire moving industry.

moveBuddha Verified: Movers you can actually trust

Only the best of the best earn our Verified badge. Each company meets strict service, licensing, and customer satisfaction standards. If something goes wrong, we'll mediate on your behalf and provide $1,000 in additional coverage when needed.

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Better Moves Project: Real moves. Real stories. Real data.

We've awarded $50k in grants to readers for sharing their honest moving experiences. These real stories power our research and make the moving industry more transparent. Every documented move helps us understand real costs, common issues, and what actually matters when choosing a mover.

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How We Rank Movers

Every moving company we recommend is vetted using verified licensing data, customer feedback, and transparent pricing analysis. Our team reviews each mover's performance across more than 70 unique data points to determine our moving company rankings.

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Professional Memberships

moveBuddha is an active member of leading national and state moving associations dedicated to improving consumer protection, safety standards, and transparency across the relocation industry.

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