Compare the Biggest Interstate Moving Companies
Ten national moving companies handle a large share of U.S. interstate moves, but they aren't all built the same way — some are cooperatives of independent local agents, some are franchise networks, and a couple are single corporate operators. That structure affects what kind of experience you'll actually get. The table below is a starting point; each company's full profile has real customer review data and an honest read on strengths and weaknesses.
| Company | Founded | Model | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Van Lines | 1928 | Agent network (part of SIRVA) | Long-standing national coverage through local agents |
| United Van Lines | 1928 | Agent cooperative (part of UniGroup) | High-volume interstate moves, one of the largest carriers by volume |
| North American Van Lines | 1933 | Agent network (part of SIRVA) | Corporate relocation and long-distance household moves |
| Two Men and a Truck | 1985 | Franchise network | Regional and shorter interstate moves |
| College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving | 2005 | Franchise network | Moving combined with junk removal in one booking |
| Bellhop | 2011 | Tech-platform / crew marketplace | App-based booking and transparent hourly pricing |
| Mayflower Transit | 1927 | Agent cooperative (part of UniGroup) | Long-distance moves, sister brand to United Van Lines |
| Atlas Van Lines | 1948 | Agent cooperative | Long-distance moves with a strong Midwest agent presence |
| JK Moving Services | 1982 | Independently owned, corporate-operated | White-glove, high-value, and corporate/government moves |
| International Van Lines | 2000 | Broker-carrier hybrid | Moves that combine a domestic leg with international shipping |
How we compare these companies
Each profile below combines real customer reviews pulled from that company's Google Business Profile with general, publicly documented facts (founding year, headquarters, ownership/agent structure). We do not fabricate ratings, review counts, or USDOT/MC numbers — where we can't verify a number directly, the profile links to FMCSA SAFER to check it yourself rather than stating it as fact. Full methodology: see how we select and review movers.
Agent-network and franchise brands (Allied, United, North American, Mayflower, Atlas, Two Men and a Truck, College Hunks) operate through many independently run local locations, so review data reflects one representative location, not the whole national network — this is called out explicitly on each of those profiles.
Head-to-head comparisons
Comparing two specific companies for your move? Head-to-head pages are being built for the highest-intent pairs first — check back, or read individual profiles below in the meantime.