PODS Moving & Storage vs Atlas Van Lines
By Daniel Harper, Senior Editor, Moving Costs · Reviewed by Melissa Grant, Pricing & Estimates Reviewer · Last updated May 2026
On our weighted score, Atlas Van Lines takes the edge (4.2/5). That said, PODS Moving & Storage is the better pick for flexible-timeline moves and combined move + storage, while Atlas Van Lines wins for corporate and government relocations. Always get binding estimates from both before booking.
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Side-by-side
| Category | PODS Moving & Storage | Atlas Van Lines |
|---|---|---|
| USDOT | Container service | 125550 |
| MC # | Container service | 79658 |
| BBB rating | A+ | A+ |
| Founded | 1998 | 1948 |
| Headquarters | Clearwater, FL | Evansville, IN |
| Coverage | All 50 states | All 50 states |
| Services | Long-distance, Storage, Container/Portable | Long-distance, International, Packing, Storage, Corporate |
| 2BR estimate | $1,800–$4,500 | $3,000–$7,200 |
| Customer rating | 4.0 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 |
PODS Moving & Storage
The original portable-storage container model. Best value when you need a few weeks between move-out and move-in or want to load at your own pace.
- Best for flexible-timeline moves and combined move + storage.
- All 50 states coverage; founded 1998.
- BBB rating: A+.
- You load and unload yourself — labor is on you unless you book separately through their partners.
Atlas Van Lines
Atlas runs a federated agent network with strong corporate relocation operations. Customer experience tracks closely to which local agent handles your shipment, which is worth checking before signing.
- Best for corporate and government relocations.
- All 50 states coverage; founded 1948.
- BBB rating: A+.
- Local availability depends heavily on the specific Atlas agent in your region — quality can vary between markets.
Flexible-timeline moves and combined move + storage
You load and unload yourself — labor is on you unless you book separately through their partners.
Corporate and government relocations
Local availability depends heavily on the specific Atlas agent in your region — quality can vary between markets.
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