Cord Moving & Storage vs Allied Van Lines
By Daniel Harper, Senior Editor, Moving Costs · Reviewed by Melissa Grant, Pricing & Estimates Reviewer · Last updated May 2026
On our weighted score, Cord Moving & Storage takes the edge (4.3/5). That said, Cord Moving & Storage is the better pick for midwest interstate, while Allied Van Lines wins for large interstate and international moves. Always get binding estimates from both before booking.
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Side-by-side
| Category | Cord Moving & Storage | Allied Van Lines |
|---|---|---|
| USDOT | Verify on FMCSA | 076235 |
| MC # | Verify on FMCSA | 15735 |
| BBB rating | A+ | A+ |
| Founded | 1916 | 1928 |
| Headquarters | Maryland Heights, MO | Fort Wayne, IN |
| Coverage | All 50 states | All 50 states |
| Services | Local, Long-distance, Packing, Storage | Long-distance, International, Packing, Storage, Auto transport, Corporate |
| 2BR estimate | $2,800–$6,800 | $3,200–$7,500 |
| Customer rating | 4.3 / 5 | 4.3 / 5 |
Cord Moving & Storage
United Van Lines agent serving the St Louis and Kansas City corridors. Long history and steady performance in the Midwest.
- Best for midwest interstate.
- All 50 states coverage; founded 1916.
- BBB rating: A+.
- Smaller agent network outside the Midwest.
Allied Van Lines
Allied operates one of the largest North American moving networks through agent-affiliates. The brand earns high marks for full-value protection and international relocations, less so for last-minute or budget-tier jobs.
- Best for large interstate and international moves.
- All 50 states coverage; founded 1928.
- BBB rating: A+.
- Pricing skews higher than budget operators; binding estimates require an in-home survey.
Midwest interstate
Smaller agent network outside the Midwest.
Large interstate and international moves
Pricing skews higher than budget operators; binding estimates require an in-home survey.
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