Gentle Giant Moving Company vs Allied Van Lines
On our weighted score, Gentle Giant Moving Company takes the edge (4.7/5). That said, Gentle Giant Moving Company is the better pick for boston-area moves where crew quality is critical, while Allied Van Lines wins for large interstate and international moves.
| Category | Gentle Giant Moving Company | Allied Van Lines |
|---|---|---|
| USDOT | Verify on FMCSA | 076235 |
| MC # | Verify on FMCSA | 15735 |
| BBB rating | A+ | A+ |
| Founded | 1980 | 1928 |
| Headquarters | Somerville, MA | Fort Wayne, IN |
| Coverage | Interstate (48) | All 50 states |
| Services | Local, Long-distance, Packing, Storage | Long-distance, International, Packing, Storage, Auto transport, Corporate |
| 2BR estimate | $2,400–$6,400 | $3,200–$7,500 |
| Customer rating | 4.7 / 5 | 4.3 / 5 |
Gentle Giant Moving Company
Boston-based mover with one of the highest customer satisfaction scores in the industry. Hires and trains W2 movers (many former college athletes) and refuses to subcontract.
Best for: Boston-area moves where crew quality is critical
Watch out: Premium pricing — they do not target the budget tier.
Read full review →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
Watch out: Pricing skews higher than budget operators; binding estimates require an in-home survey.
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