U-Haul 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, Allied Van Lines takes the edge (4.3/5). That said, U-Haul is the better pick for diy moves where you drive the truck, 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 | U-Haul | Allied Van Lines |
|---|---|---|
| USDOT | 125550 | 076235 |
| MC # | 26588 | 15735 |
| BBB rating | B | A+ |
| Founded | 1945 | 1928 |
| Headquarters | Phoenix, AZ | Fort Wayne, IN |
| Coverage | All 50 states | All 50 states |
| Services | Local, Long-distance, Storage, Container/Portable | Long-distance, International, Packing, Storage, Auto transport, Corporate |
| 2BR estimate | $400–$2,800 | $3,200–$7,500 |
| Customer rating | 3.5 / 5 | 4.3 / 5 |
U-Haul
The default DIY rental option in nearly every US ZIP code. Cheapest path for a same-city move; their U-Box container product also competes with PODS for long-distance.
- Best for diy moves where you drive the truck.
- All 50 states coverage; founded 1945.
- BBB rating: B.
- Truck condition and customer service vary widely by location; one-way rentals can run 3–4x the local price.
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.
DIY moves where you drive the truck
Truck condition and customer service vary widely by location; one-way rentals can run 3–4x the local price.
Large interstate and international moves
Pricing skews higher than budget operators; binding estimates require an in-home survey.
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