Moving Comparison

Ace Relocation Systems vs Atlas Van Lines

Researched and written by Daniel Harper · Reviewed by Amanda Brooks · Last reviewed August 2026

At-a-glance

We publish no numeric score for moving companies, so this page names no winner. Ace Relocation Systems is described as best for west coast interstate and corporate, while Atlas Van Lines is described as best for corporate and government relocations. Compare the registration and authority records below, verify each USDOT number on FMCSA SAFER, and get a binding estimate from both before booking.

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CategoryAce Relocation SystemsAtlas Van Lines
USDOT1052359125550
MC #MC-49548079658
Carrier or brokercarrierboth
Founded19811948
HeadquartersSan Diego, CAEvansville, IN
CoverageAll 50 statesAll 50 states
ServicesLocal, Long-distance, Packing, StorageLong-distance, International, Packing, Storage, Corporate
Legal name on the federal filingACE RELOCATION SYSTEMS INCATLAS VAN LINES INC
Entity statusAA
Operating authority heldHousehold goodsHousehold goods, Property, Carrier and broker
Power units on the census file1082,731
Drivers on the census file892,351
Safety ratingS
Federal record as of2026-08-132026-08-13
2BR interstate estimate (BestMovers.info estimate)$2,900–$7,100$3,000–$7,200

Legal name, entity status, operating authority, fleet counts and safety rating come from the FMCSA motor carrier census and licensing files, and appear only where the identifier on the federal record matched the company record on this page. Where a row is absent for one company, this site holds no verified federal value for it.

Ace Relocation Systems

Atlas agent and one of the largest West Coast interstate operators. Strong corporate-relocation track record with Fortune 500 clients.

USDOT
1052359
Pros
  • Best for west coast interstate and corporate.
  • All 50 states coverage; founded 1981.
Watch out
  • Local hourly availability varies by metro.
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Atlas Van Lines

Atlas Van Lines books interstate household goods shipments under its own federal registration and handles them locally through affiliated agents. The agent assigned to your origin is a separate business from the van line, so ask which company's crew is scheduled before you sign.

USDOT
125550
Pros
  • Best for corporate and government relocations.
  • All 50 states coverage; founded 1948.
Watch out
  • The company performing your move is usually a separate agent business rather than the van line itself, so the terms, crew and equipment differ by market and are not set by Atlas.
Read full Atlas Van Lines review
Ace Relocation Systems
Best for

West Coast interstate and corporate

Not ideal for

Local hourly availability varies by metro.

Atlas Van Lines
Best for

Corporate and government relocations

Not ideal for

The company performing your move is usually a separate agent business rather than the van line itself, so the terms, crew and equipment differ by market and are not set by Atlas.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ace Relocation Systems or Atlas Van Lines better in 2026?
We hold no basis to prefer one over the other. We publish no numeric score for moving companies, and the records we hold for both are the same fields: registration, operating authority, founding year, coverage, and an estimated price range. Ace Relocation Systems is described as best for west coast interstate and corporate; Atlas Van Lines is described as best for corporate and government relocations. Check each company's USDOT record on FMCSA SAFER for authority status and complaint history, then compare binding-not-to-exceed estimates for your own move.
How do Ace Relocation Systems and Atlas Van Lines compare on price?
For a typical 2-bedroom interstate move, Ace Relocation Systems estimates land around $2,900–$7,100 and Atlas Van Lines estimates land around $3,000–$7,200. Actual quotes depend on weight, distance, service level, date, and availability.
Are Ace Relocation Systems and Atlas Van Lines both FMCSA-licensed?
Ace Relocation Systems operates under USDOT 1052359 and Atlas Van Lines operates under USDOT 125550. Always verify the specific entity quoting your move on FMCSA SAFER before signing an estimate.
How do I check complaints against Ace Relocation Systems or Atlas Van Lines?
Look up each company by its USDOT number on FMCSA SAFER, which publishes complaint and crash history for the registered entity, and check the state regulator where the move starts. Ratings published by third parties are not shown here unless the specific profile they came from has been recorded.
What estimate type should I ask for?
For interstate moves, ask for a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey. Sight-unseen non-binding interstate quotes are not reliable and tend to grow on delivery day.
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