Harris Movers 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, Harris Movers takes the edge (4.3/5). That said, Harris Movers is the better pick for ohio and great lakes 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 | Harris Movers | Allied Van Lines |
|---|---|---|
| USDOT | Verify on FMCSA | 076235 |
| MC # | Verify on FMCSA | 15735 |
| BBB rating | A+ | A+ |
| Founded | 1956 | 1928 |
| Headquarters | Cleveland, OH | 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 | $2,700–$6,700 | $3,200–$7,500 |
| Customer rating | 4.3 / 5 | 4.3 / 5 |
Harris Movers
United Van Lines agent serving the Cleveland, Columbus, and Pittsburgh corridors with consistent on-time performance.
- Best for ohio and great lakes interstate.
- All 50 states coverage; founded 1956.
- 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.
Ohio and Great Lakes 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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