Looking for a moving company in NYC? You're probably looking for a company that has good track record, and fits your timeline and budget. According to our data and research, we've compiled a list of the top residential moving companies in the five boroughs to consider before booking your next move.

The first companies on this list stand out for embracing modern, tech-enabled moving practices. While we've featured them at the top for their innovative approach, the full list remains ranked using a blend of customer reviews, average rating, years of operating history, and the breadth of services they offer.

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1. Roadway Moving

Total Reviews: 2,000+

Average Rating: 4.9

‍Founded by Ross Sapir in 2008, Roadway Moving has grown from a single truck to 200+ trucks across 10 states, with 700+ employees handling more than 30,000 moves a year. The operation is built around a hospitality-first approach: dedicated coordinators on every move, crews trained inside a one-bedroom apartment Roadway built inside its warehouse, and a 99.3% on-time delivery rate.

‍In 2023, Roadway became the first moving company ever to hold a major league sports partnership when it was named Official Moving and Storage Partner of the New York Yankees. In July 2025, EY named Sapir Entrepreneur Of The Year for New York, joining a roster that includes Howard Schultz, Eric Yuan, and Kendra Scott.

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2. Piece of Cake Moving & Storage

Total Reviews: 13,044

Average Rating: 4.8

Piece of Cake Moving & Storage has become the most reviewed moving company in NYC, with more than 13,000 Google reviews and a 4.8 average rating. Their headquarters on Park Avenue South sits at the center of an operation that handles local Manhattan moves, regional long distance jobs, and full service packing and storage. The brand leans into a friendly, polished customer experience: crews are uniformed, quotes are flat rate, and communication is consistent from booking to final delivery.

Reviewers consistently call out the team's professionalism, promptness, and fair pricing. A small slice of feedback notes hidden charges or damage on long distance jobs, which is worth knowing if you are planning a more complex move. For straightforward residential moves in the five boroughs, Piece of Cake is consistently one of the most reliable options on the market.

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3. Dumbo Moving & Storage

Total Reviews: 4,092

Average Rating: 4.5

Dumbo Moving & Storage is a licensed and insured company that can move you locally or long-distance, and cares deeply about the community. "In the past couple of years, we've increased our charity outreach and community involvement. We are proud of our large-scale collaboration with the Mayor's Office to store and transport PPE to first responders at the beginning of the pandemic and want to continue to give back to the community," says CEO Lior Rachmany. They started in 2007 with just one moving truck. Now their company has 155 trucks and over 10,000 positive reviews online, setting the bar higher than any single-operated moving company in the US. You can also rent "Green Bins" from them to cut back on waste produced by moving boxes.

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4. Perfect Moving

Total Reviews: 2,657

Average Rating: 5.0

Perfect Moving's mission is "to move you, not just your boxes". They offer a full range of services and provide you with a 100% stress-free experience. They communicate clearly and consistently with all customers before, during, and after the move. They always bring all necessary supplies and attention to each move to ensure safe packing and transportation of your valuables, along with a positive attitude, friendly disposition, and sterling professionalism.

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5. FlatRate Moving

Total Reviews: 2,712

Average Rating: 4.7

FlatRate Moving has been a fixture in the NYC moving scene since 1991, making it one of the longest running local movers on this list. Over 35 years they have grown into a full service operation handling local, long distance, international, and commercial moves, with secure storage solutions and an app called MyFlatRate that lets customers manage and track their move from anywhere. The 4.7 average rating across more than 2,700 Google reviews reflects the consistency that comes with that kind of operational depth.

Customers point to professionalism, punctuality, and clear flat rate pricing as the standout strengths. As with any large operator, occasional negative reviews surface around damage claims or customer support escalations, but the long track record and breadth of services make FlatRate a default choice for many New Yorkers planning a more complex move.

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6. NYC Great Movers

Total Reviews: 2,208

Average Rating: 4.9

NYC Great Movers is a local, licensed, insured, and reliable moving company based in Brooklyn, serving New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Affordable rates and professional service help Great Movers get that extra edge. They also offer packing and storage to help you have a smooth move in and out of the city. "Rates for moving companies can not be fixed, since it depends upon the date, size of the apartment or house, services and number of movers they need, and size of the truck. We stay transparent and work closely with our customers to provide them the most accurate quotes," says Manager Saad Sid.

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7. Oz Moving & Storage

Total Reviews: 1,367

Average Rating: 4.6

Oz Moving & Storage started in 1993 with a radical promise to their customers. Their founder Avi Oz thought too many moving companies in NYC were not treating their customers fairly so started his own moving business with the radical goal of making a moving company truly dedicated to serving its populace. They have now been in business for over 30 years. Each year Oz moves 15,000 New Yorkers, both from their apartments and their offices, as nearby as Manhattan and as far away as Southern California.

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8. Shleppers Moving & Storage

Total Reviews: 1,247

Average Rating: 4.4

With locations serving the five boroughs and beyond, plus locations in Miami and Los Angeles, Shleppers Moving and Storage can take care of your local, regional or cross-country move. They provide complimentary onsite and phone quotes and treat your furniture, electronics, and other possessions with the highest degree of respect. They also offer junk removal services which is great for downsizing, renovations, or clean outs.

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9. Metropolis Moving

Total Reviews: 566

Average Rating: 5.0

Metropolis Moving is a locally owned and operated residential moving company based in NYC. They are only of the newer moving companies in the area, but their experience is anything but lacking. With over 6 years experience working for another prominent local NYC moving company, the owner Matt decided to set out on his own and start Metropolis Moving. Experience in the moving industry counts, and having guys who actually care for your move is invaluable.

Their foremen (the guys in charge of the move) are managers in the company and are payed a percentage of each move rather than per hour. This is to ensure accountability on the job with our guys. They have a vested interest in making sure they're on time, that things get done quickly but carefully, and that our strict standards of customer service are met.

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10. Men on the Move

Total Reviews: 480

Average Rating: 4.7

Men on the Move has moved families all around the east coast and beyond since 1985. They began as a Long Island moving company and after some time, it only seemed natural to add on the storage facilities. Every company boasts that they are the best, but there are two ways you can verify the high standard of their service. It's their goal to provide superior moving service and self-storage facilities to make your life a little easier. Men On The Move is a proud supporter of Autism Speaks.

So much so, that they proudly display the Autism Speaks logo on every one of their trucks!

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11. Lifestyle Moving

Total Reviews: 391

Average Rating: 4.9

Lifestyle Moving & Storage provides cost-effective local moving and storage services in NYC. Their team is well-equipped with all kinds of tools, trucks, and equipment necessary to handle even the biggest tasks related to storage units and moving services. Their professional team of movers go above and beyond to make sure your items stay dry, secure, and well-protected at all times.

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12. JP Urban Moving

Total Reviews: 306

Average Rating: 4.9

JP Urban Moving is a top-rated, family-owned moving company, with over 15 years experience providing A+ quality moving services. Prompt, thorough and courteous communication keeps their customers informed every step of the way, reducing the stress that often accompanies a move. They are responsive to estimate requests and bookings, address any building issues timely, and send you text message updates before, during and after the move.

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13. Man With A Van

Total Reviews: 275

Average Rating: 4.5

Starting in 2000 with a single van in NYC, offering cargo delivery and quickly moving into household moving, Paul Kennedy built Man With A Van into a multi-location business that now operates 25 vehicles in New York and Philadelphia. Whether you're moving a studio apartment, an entire office, or just a single piece of furniture, you can trust Man With A Van to complete a flawless move.

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14. Maxi Moving

Total Reviews: 241

Average Rating: 4.9

Maxi Moving is where "affordable rates meet quality and professionalism," says Maxi Moving's Vice President, Ivan Cheptenari. They are a licensed and insured full service moving company which will provide you with excellent service at affordable rates throughout the Tri-State area and beyond. Not only do their competitive rates attract new customers, but also the quality of service and professional standards contribute to their high repeat customer rate.

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15. NYC Moves

Total Reviews: 232

Average Rating: 4.8

NYC Moves is a full service moving company with 25 years experience. They move anything from one piece to a full house, and provide flat rates. They are highly rated on Yelp, with customers raving about their promptness and professionalism. "While COVID has presented many challenges procedurally and logistically, NYC Moves has adapted and continues to provide a high level of service to its clients; remaining ever vigilant of our customers' needs and sensibilities during this crisis," says Owner John Saunders.

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16. Blue Moving

Total Reviews: 209

Average Rating: 4.7

Blue Moving is a reliable moving company that's become popular in NYC for being careful, friendly, and easy to work with. Their team shows up on time, works quickly, and handles your things with care. Many people trust them because they explain everything clearly and make moving feel less stressful. Whether you're going a few blocks or out of the city, Blue Moving helps make the process smooth and simple.

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17. Lift NYC Moving & Storage

Total Reviews: 153

Average Rating: 4.6

Lift NYC Moving & Storage is a full service moving company, offering professional assistance at competitive prices. "Since the pandemic began, we've adapted our business and changed the way moving is done, for the better. Contactless moves, completely digital contracts and paperwork, storage rooms you don't have to visit, and working with several staging companies for the red hot real estate market have all been changes this industry has needed for a while and we are proud to lead the charge," says Daniel Heydebrand, Partner at Lift NYC. They are happy, willing and able to move everything from a dorm room to a house, no job is too big or too small! At Lift NYC, they charge their customers by the hour, which means that you don't have to tell them every little item you have in order to get a quote.

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18. Liberty Moving

Total Reviews: 136

Average Rating: 4.7

Liberty Moving & Storage was founded nearly 8 decades ago when Michael Federico started a moving company that wanted to help reduce the stress of moving around the city and across the country. New York moving companies come and go, but they've been able to stand the test of time by providing a high level of customer service, holding their employees to high standards, and providing New York City residents access to the largest van line in the country.

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19. Moving of America

Total Reviews: 127

Average Rating: 4.8

Moving of America is more than just your friendly local and long-distance moving company; they are a family-oriented business. Since 2006, we have been serving the tri-state area, providing local and long-distance moves as well as international relocation services for both residential and commercial customers.

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20. Konstantly Moving

Total Reviews: 126

Average Rating: 4.9

Konstantly Moving started in 2015 but they have over 17 years of experience in the moving industry. They provide their customers with exceptional and leading service. At Konstantly, they believe New Yorkers deserve not only outstanding service but also efficient and fast work done professionally. We know in the fast-paced world of New York City, the most important asset is your time.

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Conclusion

Whether you've secured the perfect apartment in New York City or just purchased your dream home in Brooklyn, the only task left is transitioning into your new living space. We won't lie to you, moving is undoubtedly a major undertaking no matter the season, but spring brings its own set of challenges with unpredictable weather and increased competition for moving services.

If you are a moving company in NYC looking to get listed, or if you are looking for an all-in-one moving company software solution, please contact Supermove.

Note: Review data based on web research conducted in May 2026. Numbers may shift as customer feedback continues to come in.