U-Haul 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, U-Haul is the better pick for diy moves where you drive the truck, 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 | U-Haul | Atlas Van Lines |
|---|---|---|
| USDOT | 125550 | 125550 |
| MC # | 26588 | 79658 |
| BBB rating | B | A+ |
| Founded | 1945 | 1948 |
| Headquarters | Phoenix, AZ | Evansville, IN |
| Coverage | All 50 states | All 50 states |
| Services | Local, Long-distance, Storage, Container/Portable | Long-distance, International, Packing, Storage, Corporate |
| 2BR estimate | $400–$2,800 | $3,000–$7,200 |
| Customer rating | 3.5 / 5 | 4.2 / 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.
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.
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.
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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