THE HYBRID™ MOVE

The cheapest way to get moved by pros

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What's a Hybrid™ Move?

Mix and match only the moving services you actually need to get the best value.

Packing
Loading or Unloading
Transportation

If you need to shave some major $$$ from your moving bill, a Hybrid™ Move combines the flexibility of a DIY move with the added muscle of a Full Service move. If you can drive a rental truck, pack your own stuff, or have all the time in the world to unload, you can move for cheaper.

Read on to learn how you can lower your moving bill.

HYBRID™ TYPES

You can hire as little as pro movers who will just lift your heavy stuff, to as much as letting HireAHelper hire all the pieces of the move for you. It wouldn't be a Hybrid™ Move if you didn't have options!

BASIC HYBRID™ MOVE

Labor-Only

Average Cost
$970
Packing & Unpacking YOU
Loading or Unloading MOVERS
Driving YOU
You won't break your back or the bank! Takes minutes to book movers through HireAHelper.
You have to research your options. You'll spend less time but more money than a DIY move.

HYBRID™ MOVE

Transportation & Labor

Average Cost
$3,021
Packing & Unpacking MOVERS
Loading or Unloading MOVERS
Driving MOVERS
You get the Full Service treatment, but with a serious discount, on average. Insanely good customer service.
You're going to invest more money than a labor-only move, which could potentially still be a lot.

If you'd rather hire traditional movers with a truck, be sure to check out our comparison of the best moving companies.

How Much Does My Move Cost?

Fill out the info below and you'll instantly see a list of estimated quotes for all the available moving options that fit your move.

LET'S CALCULATE...

Your Moving Options Comparison

There's a lot of ways to get from A to Z. Here are the numbers behind all your moving options.

DIY MOVE

Just You

Total Time Estimate*
31 hrs
Planning
6 hrs
Packing
13 hrs
Moving Day
12 hrs
Avg. Review
N/A
Avg. Cost
$576

Basic Hybrid™ Move

Labor + Your Own Transportation

Total Time Estimate*
21 hrs
Planning
5 hrs
Packing
13 hrs
Moving Day
3 hrs
Avg. Review
4.8
Avg. Cost
$970

Hybrid™ Full Service

Movers + Transportation

Total Time Estimate*
51 hrs
Planning
48 hrs
Packing
2 hrs
Moving Day
1 hr
Avg. Review
N/A
Avg. Cost
$3,021

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Moving Labor Guide

Your Moving Time Estimates

Learn how much Hybrid™ Moving can speed up your moving day.

Labor Guide Icon for Studio/Small Apt.

Studio/Small Apt.

100-800 ft2

Loading: 2 movers for 2 hours
Unloading: 2 movers for 2 hours
Loading & Unloading: 2 movers for 4 hours
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2-3 Bedroom Apt.

800-1,200 ft2

Loading: 2 movers for 3 hours
Unloading: 2 movers for 2 hours
Loading & Unloading: 2 movers for 5 hours
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2-3 Bedroom House

1,000-1,500 ft2

Loading: 3 movers for 4 hours
Unloading: 3 movers for 3 hours
Loading & Unloading: 3 movers for 7 hours
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3-4 Bedroom House

1,500-2,000 ft2

Loading: 4 movers for 4 hours
Unloading: 4 movers for 3 hours
Loading & Unloading: 4 movers for 7-8 hours
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4+ Bedroom House

2,000-3,000+ ft2

Loading: 4+ movers for 5+ hours
Unloading: 4+ movers for 4+ hours
Loading & Unloading: 4+ movers for 8+ hours

Hybrid™ Moving Time Estimate

21 hrs.

Quoting & Planning

3-6 hrs.

Packing

12-14 hrs.

Loading & Unloading Time

3-4 hrs.

* Based on a 1,100 mile move of a 3 bedroom home.

Tips To Save

Move on a Weekday

Movers are typically fresher, cheaper, and far more available on weekdays versus weekends. This goes double during the busy summer season!

Early Moves = Fresh Legs

The earlier in the day you schedule your move, the more likely your movers will be fresh-legged and even zippier with your stuff!

Pack Your Own Stuff

Plenty of movers can and will pack your items for you. (Just ask!) This, however, takes a lot of time. Having your boxes taped and ready can literally save you hundreds of $$$.

Frequently Asked Questions

We've got answers to your most frequently asked moving questions.

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How many movers do I need?

The national average is 3 movers. Find out how many movers you'll need.

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How do I move long distance?

Make sure not to overpay for a package deal. See what the pros say.

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How do I move last minute?

Get rid of as much as you can, then prioritize cleaning these rooms, then make these calls.

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What's the best moving checklist?

Start moving as early as three months out. Here's a moving checklist written by the pros.

Got more questions? Here's how HireAHelper works.

Recent Hybrid™ Reviews

(313,421 and counting!)

Nicole H

Englewood, CO
Wrote a review on 6/29/2025
Uhaul Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

After having a mess up with budget truck rental uhals helped me out with a truck. Had to drive out of my way for it but it was worth it to get out of my old place.

Distance: 5 mi
Cost: $100
Per. Mile: $20.00
SqFt. Moved: 700

William T

Newport, WA
Wrote a review on 6/27/2025
Penske Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

The trucks are governed to 70 MPH which is fine, but extremely under powered while trying to maintain that speed in any kind of uphill or headwind. You are lucky to get 60 in a 10 MPH headwind. In my mind this can be a significant safety concern especially in the mountains on I90, through Montana and Idaho.

Distance: 1,750 mi
Cost: $3,000
Per. Mile: $1.71
SqFt. Moved: 3,600

Kathryn A

Saint Paul, MN
Wrote a review on 6/26/2025
PODS Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

The only problem I had was not able to determine where my pod was when I needed to access it. I didn’t like that they don’t pro-rate rental fees but overall the flexibility and service were great. Price was reasonable.

Distance: 700 mi
Cost: $1,800
Per. Mile: $2.57
SqFt. Moved: 1,200
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