Best Full-Service Movers

What separates the best full-service movers on this page?

Every company here quoted the same 1,000-mile move, so the spread is real. United Van Lines scores 8.6 at $5,800 — the highest score and the highest price. North American Van Lines and Allied Van Lines both score 8.5, at $5,100 and $5,400. Atlas Van Lines scores 8.0 at $5,500. Two Men and a Truck scores 7.7 at $4,900.

The scores come from reliability and complaints (30 points), pricing transparency (25), services (20), coverage and scheduling (10) and value (15). That weighting explains why the cheapest quote does not sit at the top: Two Men and a Truck is the lowest price but the lowest score, because long-distance moves go by container and quality varies by franchise.

What should you check before you book a full-service mover?

Ask which estimate type you are getting. North American Van Lines offers a not-to-exceed estimate, so you pay less if the shipment weighs less and never more. United, Allied and Atlas all quoted binding estimates with full-value protection.

Then check who actually shows up. United's agent network covers every state. Allied and North American share the SIRVA network, and both carry the same caveat: some agents subcontract long-haul legs. Atlas is agent-owned, so agents have a stake in the brand.

• Delivery timing: United gives a tracked delivery window; Allied's window is wider.
• Vehicle shipping: Allied coordinates it with the household move.
• Local moves: Two Men and a Truck runs hourly crews from about $120–$180 an hour for two movers and a truck.
• Extras: Two Men and a Truck also handles packing and junk removal.

United Van Lines — for corporate and military relocations

Best for movers who want a binding estimate fast, full-value protection as standard and a tracked delivery window. The $5,800 quote is top of the range.

North American Van Lines — for the lowest full-service quote

Best for budget-conscious long-distance moves where you want a not-to-exceed estimate and the same SIRVA network as Allied.

Allied Van Lines — for moving a car with the household

Best for households shipping a vehicle alongside the furniture, with a binding estimate and full-value option.

Atlas Van Lines — for government and corporate programmes

Best for relocation programmes that value an agent-owned network and deep corporate and government experience.

Two Men and a Truck — for in-town moves

Best for local moves with hourly crews, packing and junk removal. Check the franchise near you before booking.

For a long-distance move where the estimate matters most, North American Van Lines pairs the lowest full-service quote with a not-to-exceed estimate. United Van Lines suits corporate and military relocations that want a binding estimate and a tracked delivery window, while Allied Van Lines fits households shipping a vehicle alongside the furniture. For in-town moves, Two Men and a Truck runs hourly crews from about $120–$180 an hour for two movers and a truck.