Graebel Companies vs United Van Lines
By Daniel Harper, Senior Editor, Moving Costs · Reviewed by Melissa Grant, Pricing & Estimates Reviewer · Last updated May 2026
On our weighted score, United Van Lines takes the edge (4.3/5). That said, Graebel Companies is the better pick for large corporate and government relocations, while United Van Lines wins for long-distance moves with full packing. Always get binding estimates from both before booking.
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Side-by-side
| Category | Graebel Companies | United Van Lines |
|---|---|---|
| USDOT | Verify on FMCSA | 077949 |
| MC # | Verify on FMCSA | 67234 |
| BBB rating | A+ | A+ |
| Founded | 1950 | 1928 |
| Headquarters | Aurora, CO | Fenton, MO |
| Coverage | All 50 states | All 50 states |
| Services | Local, Long-distance, Packing, Storage | Long-distance, International, Packing, Storage, Auto transport, Corporate |
| 2BR estimate | $3,100–$7,500 | $3,100–$7,400 |
| Customer rating | 4.0 / 5 | 4.3 / 5 |
Graebel Companies
Major corporate and government relocation operator. Best fit for employer-paid moves rather than self-pay household relocations.
- Best for large corporate and government relocations.
- All 50 states coverage; founded 1950.
- BBB rating: A+.
- Consumer-direct moves are not the primary business line.
United Van Lines
United is the largest brand under UniGroup and publishes the well-known annual National Movers Study. Claims handling and tracking tools rank above the industry median based on FMCSA data.
- Best for long-distance moves with full packing.
- All 50 states coverage; founded 1928.
- BBB rating: A+.
- Quotes are non-binding by default unless you specifically request a binding estimate.
Large corporate and government relocations
Consumer-direct moves are not the primary business line.
Long-distance moves with full packing
Quotes are non-binding by default unless you specifically request a binding estimate.
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