Movers on Demand

Over the past decade, companies like Uber, Lyft, Postmates and Instacart have transformed the ride share and food delivery industries. In recent years, on-demand movers have brought that same Uber model to the moving industry. With nearly 31 million people moving to the United States every year, the desire for more convenient moving options like movers on demand is certainly in high demand.

These on demand moving services are gaining popularity each year, with no intention of slowing down their growth and development. This is great news for anyone looking to hire a couple of guys and a truck to help them move their household goods from Point A to Point B. That said, we’ve compiled a list of some of the most popular “movers on demand” apps and services to help you find the moving assistance you need when you need it.

1. Bellhop

With Bellhop, all customers receive a wide variety of service options, transparent pricing, background-checked movers on demand, high-quality customer support, and a convenient platform. You can book the service you need in minutes, without the need for an in-home consultation. The technology they use creates a custom-made moving plan based on your home size, location, and items to be moved.

Simply tell Bellhop what you need online or over the phone – whether it’s a truck and movers or labor only services – and they’ll quickly match you with the most qualified team of movers for the job. They have experience coordinating local moves, long-distance moves, and hourly labor.

2. Dolly

Currently operating in 45 cities across the nation, Dolly is truly the Uber of moving services. It is a help-for-hire platform, which allows you to pay someone to perform whatever part of the moving process you want. Need help putting some furniture together, disposing of your junk, or loading up your moving truck? Dolly can do all of this and so much more.

After downloading the Dolly app, you’ll tell them when, where, and what you need assistance with. You’ll then receive an upfront price and be connected with helpers that provide the truck and muscle for all your moving and delivery needs. The app allows you to track your delivery, message your helpers, pay, tip, and even review the service afterward.

3. GoShare

GoShare is a platform designed to connect individuals and businesses with van and truck owners that provide on-demand moving, delivery, and transportation services. From small parcels, retail purchases, and packages, to homes and pallets of cargo, whatever you need to be moved or delivered, they’ve got you covered. They have a fleet of cargo vans, pickup trucks, box trucks, and cars, which can be at your service in under an hour. Or, if desired, you can schedule the services you need in advance.

To get the process started, request a free estimate on their website or in the app. Then, set a location and pickup time, and you’ll be matched with a GoShare pro in under a minute. Their pros with loading, securing, transporting, and then unloading your items at the desired destination. The app allows you to track the status of your delivery, pay for the services, tip your pro, and leave a review!

4. Lugg

Lugg offers an alternative to hiring a full-service moving company by connecting you with local, on-demand movers. Each Lugg provides two professional movers, vetted and background-checked for five-star service. Their services include but are not limited to, storage moves, donation hauling, junk removal, small residential moves, and even Craigslist and retail store deliveries.

The Lugg app allows you to schedule the services you need, up to 30 days in advance or you can request on-demand services and they’ll arrive in less than 30 minutes. Simply set the pickup location and destination, choose the size of the vehicle that you need, and when you want your luggers to arrive, and they’ll take it from there.

With Lugg, you have the peace of mind knowing that your items are protected by a multi-million-dollar insurance policy from the moment that they’re in their capable hands.

5. Phlatbed

Phlatbed simplifies on-demand moving and delivery by connecting individuals with local drivers. Their drivers go through a thorough screening and must be cleared by Phlatbed before they are approved to respond to your moving requests. Phlatbed offers everything from store pickup and home delivery, to junk removal and labor services on demand. So long as they are located in your city, Phlatbed services are fast, easy, and affordable.

The app allows you to request pickup and delivery services according to your need, location, and budget. Simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses, submit some photos, add a brief description, designate your price, and a Phlatbed driver will get back to you in no time at all. It’s as easy and convenient as that!

6. DUDE I Need A Truck

Considered a “micro-moving” service, DUDE I Need A Truck employs side hustlers with vehicles to haul everything from retail stores and Costco purchases to the contents of an entire home or apartment. They advertise themselves as a cross between U-Haul and Uber, connecting individuals who need something moved with movers and their own trucks who are willing to help.

The mobile app offers a simple and user-friendly experience, with transparent pricing. As the customer, as you are creating your move, you always know exactly how much the services you request are going to cost. This helps remove a lot of the stress that is commonly associated with moving. With DUDE I Need A Truck, there are no moving estimates, no bids, no additional costs, no hidden fees, and no surprises – just one, upfront, straightforward price.