Starving Students Movers vs Allied Van Lines

Winner summary

On our weighted score, Allied Van Lines takes the edge (4.3/5). That said, Starving Students Movers is the better pick for budget local moves, while Allied Van Lines wins for large interstate and international moves.

CategoryStarving Students MoversAllied Van Lines
USDOTVerify on FMCSA076235
MC #Verify on FMCSA15735
BBB ratingBA+
Founded19731928
HeadquartersLas Vegas, NVFort Wayne, IN
CoverageRegionalAll 50 states
ServicesLocal, Long-distance, Packing, StorageLong-distance, International, Packing, Storage, Auto transport, Corporate
2BR estimate$500–$2,200$3,200–$7,500
Customer rating3.6 / 54.3 / 5

Starving Students Movers

Budget local mover with locations across the Southwest and West. Pricing is competitive but read recent reviews for your specific branch.

Best for: Budget local moves

Watch out: Quality varies widely by metro — read reviews for your specific branch.

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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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