Santa Fe Relocation vs Allied Van Lines
On our weighted score, Allied Van Lines takes the edge (4.3/5). That said, Santa Fe Relocation is the better pick for international household moves, while Allied Van Lines wins for large interstate and international moves.
| Category | Santa Fe Relocation | Allied Van Lines |
|---|---|---|
| USDOT | Verify on FMCSA | 076235 |
| MC # | Verify on FMCSA | 15735 |
| BBB rating | A | A+ |
| Founded | 1899 | 1928 |
| Headquarters | Houston, TX | Fort Wayne, IN |
| Coverage | International | All 50 states |
| Services | Local, Long-distance, Packing, Storage | Long-distance, International, Packing, Storage, Auto transport, Corporate |
| 2BR estimate | $4,500–$12,000 | $3,200–$7,500 |
| Customer rating | 4.0 / 5 | 4.3 / 5 |
Santa Fe Relocation
Global relocation operator with offices on six continents. Best fit for international relocations rather than purely domestic US moves.
Best for: International household moves
Watch out: Premium pricing — domestic-only moves are usually cheaper through US van lines.
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.
Read full review →