Budget® Reviews

Margaret L

Garland, TX
Wrote a review on 10/28/2019
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

Pretty good truck, much much larger than what we had expected. Wished moving blankets would have been clean which is the main reason for only four stars.

Distance: 900 mi
Cost: $1,200
Per. Mile: $1.33
SqFt. Moved: 1,200

Emily M

Colorado Springs, CO
Wrote a review on 10/28/2019
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

Very easy to book, drive, and return! We're very happy with Budget Truck Rentals.

Distance: 120 mi
Cost: $155
Per. Mile: $1.29
SqFt. Moved:

Maura W

Roslindale, MA
Wrote a review on 10/28/2019
Budget Truck Review
(1 out of 5 rating)

Awful experience with the Budget truck company in Allston, MA. We booked our 16ft truck a month in advance and were told upon arrival that they had double booked us. We were left with a 12ft truck which ended up having a leaky roof. We ended up bringing the truck back and going with Uhaul in Norwood, MA which was an absolute life saver. Highly recommend Uhaul on Providence Highway in Norwood - good people and they were able to accommodate a 24hr reservation on such short notice.

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Az U

Gilbert, AZ
Wrote a review on 10/27/2019
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

Comfortable ride, but truck was a bit beat up.

Distance: 1,300 mi
Cost: $1,300
Per. Mile: $1.00
SqFt. Moved: 1,000

James B

Sacramento, CA
Wrote a review on 10/27/2019
Budget Truck Review
(2 out of 5 rating)

Older truck with horrible driver's seat. Budget didn't even provide me with a lock to lock up the rear door once full of my belongings. I was left scrambling at a hardware store trying to find a lock ($20) for the extra wide type lock needed. Waste of money as I'll never use this type of lock again. Budget really should provide a way to lock the cargo door at a minimum.

Distance: 650 mi
Cost: $1,250
Per. Mile: $1.92
SqFt. Moved: 1,500

Bob S

Seymour, TN
Wrote a review on 10/27/2019
Budget Truck Review
(1 out of 5 rating)

One headlight was out and the other had so much oxidation on the lens that the light was barely visable. Drivers seat was ripped on the bottom cushion, exposing a metal support to my lower back. Budget seems to keep it's insurance costs secret until the truck is rented. Probably to keep customers in the dark until rental time that thier costs are triple that of thier main competitor.

Distance: 950 mi
Cost: $1,350
Per. Mile: $1.42
SqFt. Moved: 2,330

DeLynne K

Tucson, AZ
Wrote a review on 10/27/2019
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

Cost was good, personnel efficient and friendly, the truck wasn't in the best shape. We needed roadside help and while we waited an hour, the technician was great and had us on the road again in about an hour. We have used Budget trucks before and, if needed, would use them again.

Distance: 400 mi
Cost: $800
Per. Mile: $2.00
SqFt. Moved: 2,100

Lisa B

Saint Louis, MO
Wrote a review on 10/26/2019
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

They worked hard and smart. Also agreed to move something to our daughter’s house a mile away from our home since we had an hour of time left. Nothing was damaged and they were organized and respectful.

Distance: 450 mi
Cost: $325
Per. Mile: $0.72
SqFt. Moved: 1,147

Luis H

Huntersville, NC
Wrote a review on 10/26/2019
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

Good price for the truck. Easy pickup and drop off.

Distance: 500 mi
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Danella H

Columbus, OH
Wrote a review on 10/25/2019
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

It was easy to schedule several trucks. The equipment was older, but worked well. I would definitely use them again.

Distance: 10 mi
Cost: $300
Per. Mile: $30.00
SqFt. Moved: 2,000

Vea M

Raleigh, NC
Wrote a review on 10/25/2019
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

The actual people at the rental place were great. The 1-800 budget customer service was no help.

Distance: 1,600 mi
Cost: $1,350
Per. Mile: $0.84
SqFt. Moved: 1,500

Chris R

Nashville, TN
Wrote a review on 10/25/2019
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

Did not have the truck that we reserved but had another option that worked great

Distance: 20 mi
Cost: $100
Per. Mile: $5.00
SqFt. Moved: 1,400

Richard T

West Palm Beach, FL
Wrote a review on 10/24/2019
Budget Truck Review
(2 out of 5 rating)

Truck had no AC and a broken fuel gauge.

Distance: 1,700 mi
Cost: $1,800
Per. Mile: $1.06
SqFt. Moved: 1,600

Wayne R

Sun City Center, FL
Wrote a review on 10/21/2019
Budget Truck Review
(1 out of 5 rating)

We were given a truck with 2 bad tires, both on the rear passenger side. 1 with no air and 1 with 40 lbs. We had road service come out and place both tires. Also had a 4.5 hour wait to get the truck.

Distance: 1,300 mi
Cost: $1,500
Per. Mile: $1.15
SqFt. Moved: 1,000

Becky B

Federal Way, WA
Wrote a review on 10/21/2019
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

The pick-up and drop-off locations were conveniently located. The truck was clean when I picked it up, and the blankets & appliance dolly were inside as I had ordered.

Distance: 1,350 mi
Cost: $933
Per. Mile: $0.69
SqFt. Moved: 650

Steve B

Minneapolis, MN
Wrote a review on 10/21/2019
Budget Truck Review
(2 out of 5 rating)

Insurance requirements were not made clear prior to showing up and the required proof of insurance paperwork was excessive and required information that even the operators at USAA had trouble answering without having to do research. All of this could have been done in advance. Equipment was old and cab smelled bad. Counter person was nice and helpful.

Distance: 500 mi
Cost: $350
Per. Mile: $0.70
SqFt. Moved: 700

David T

Buford, GA
Wrote a review on 10/20/2019
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

Bumpy but what can you expect

Distance: 1,200 mi
Cost: $700
Per. Mile: $0.58
SqFt. Moved: 2,500

Eileen D

Loudon, TN
Wrote a review on 10/18/2019
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

The truck was clean and very new.

Distance: 800 mi
Cost: $1,300
Per. Mile: $1.63
SqFt. Moved: 1,200

Karen M

Odenton, MD
Wrote a review on 10/16/2019
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

Booked online and was quoted one price but when I picked up the truck, the cost was different from the online price. Make sure you check your final costs more closely.

Distance: 340 mi
Cost: $190
Per. Mile: $0.56
SqFt. Moved: 1,300

Neil H

Little River, SC
Wrote a review on 10/16/2019
Budget Truck Review
(3 out of 5 rating)

Rented a 16 foot truck which was enough to move my 2BR/2BA condo. Rates were competitive but truck’s inside windshield was very dirty and the alignment was terrible. Had to steer left to go straight. Picking up and returning was easy, no issues.

Distance: 250 mi
Cost: $130
Per. Mile: $0.52
SqFt. Moved: 1,000

Soyeon K

Euless, TX
Wrote a review on 10/15/2019
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

Truck was huge and way too big for what I needed. Wish they had smaller trucks than 12' available. Great new customer discount though and return was pretty simple.

Distance: 517 mi
Cost: $209
Per. Mile: $0.40
SqFt. Moved: 800

Bob B

Yuma, AZ
Wrote a review on 10/15/2019
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

Drivers seat very uncomfortable, the truck was great ran flawlessly

Distance: 200 mi
Cost: $200
Per. Mile: $1.00
SqFt. Moved: 1,600

Annette C

Gilbert, AZ
Wrote a review on 10/13/2019
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

Other than the passenger side mirror falling off.

Distance: 50 mi
Cost: $120
Per. Mile: $2.40
SqFt. Moved: 800

Ivan P

Marina Del Rey, CA
Wrote a review on 10/12/2019
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

We use Budget to make our long distance moves for our moving company. We would highly recommend them!

Distance: 2,000 mi
Cost: $1,000
Per. Mile: $0.50
SqFt. Moved: 1,000

Chris C

Edgewood, MD
Wrote a review on 10/11/2019
Budget Truck Review
(1 out of 5 rating)

When my son picked up the truck, he was notified that the catalytic converter had been stolen the night before and insisted that my son would have to take the truck because even though there were 7 other trucks on the lot, that none were available. My son did not have a choice because as we were moving out of our residence, the new owners were moving in. We moved from PA to MD, so my son took the truck after being coerced into taking the most expensive insurance which then made our expense twice what it was quoted. The truck burned more gas then normal since the catalytic converter was missing. Also, my son had to drive three hours listening to the horrible noise the truck made.

Distance: 240 mi
Cost: $380
Per. Mile: $1.58
SqFt. Moved: 600

Kevin M

Saint Petersburg, FL
Wrote a review on 10/10/2019
Budget Truck Review
(3 out of 5 rating)

Truck ran great and no major issues other than I picked up an absolutely filthy truck that had the most uncomfortable seats.

Distance: 900 mi
Cost: $2,200
Per. Mile: $2.44
SqFt. Moved: 3,000

Susan H

Wallingford, CT
Wrote a review on 10/9/2019
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

Very efficient. The 16" foot size was perfect. The instructions and contract were clear.

Distance: 1,000 mi
Cost: $600
Per. Mile: $0.60
SqFt. Moved: 1,000

Diane L

Leesburg, FL
Wrote a review on 10/9/2019
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

Krystle from Family Movers called two days before the move, then one day before the move to make sure things were in place.Tom and VInny were a great team of movers. They unloaded our 16 foot truck in less than two hours. It would have taken us all day! The temperature was 90 plus on the day of our move and they were hustling around without complaint. They were patient, helpful, and kind as they moved all of our items into the house, garage, around the back, and to the side. They were wonderful and did a fantastic job.

Distance: 1,000 mi
Cost: $1,400
Per. Mile: $1.40
SqFt. Moved: 1,500

Bryan L

Spring, TX
Wrote a review on 10/7/2019
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

Great trucks, great personnel.

Distance: 440 mi
Cost: $550
Per. Mile: $1.25
SqFt. Moved: 3,000

David M

Washington, DC
Wrote a review on 10/6/2019
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

The truck was in good condition and easy to drive.

Distance: 632 mi
Cost: $613
Per. Mile: $0.97
SqFt. Moved: 450

Brandon W

Olympia, WA
Wrote a review on 10/4/2019
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

Everything was good. No complaints.

Distance: 30 mi
Cost: $250
Per. Mile: $8.33
SqFt. Moved: 1,800

Dolores R

Glen Mills, PA
Wrote a review on 10/4/2019
Budget Truck Review
(1 out of 5 rating)

The 16 ft. truck was a good size for the move of my mother's two bedroom apartment, and the truck was in good condition. However, the customer service ( Manager, Daniel # 190631, Budget Truck Rental,1067 W. Baltimore Pike, Media, PA, 19063) was the WORST I have ever encountered. We had ordered 3 doz. moving blankets, which were required for insurance purposes. They did not have the blankets, did not attempt to acquire them, and did not care about our predicament. We would advise that you take your business elsewhere.

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Tom & Michelle L

Vienna, VA
Wrote a review on 10/1/2019
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

Great work by the movers

Distance: 40 mi
Cost: $700
Per. Mile: $17.50
SqFt. Moved: 4,200

Andrea Y

Denver, CO
Wrote a review on 9/30/2019
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

Budget got me over the I-70 mountain passes!

Distance: 260 mi
Cost: $200
Per. Mile: $0.77
SqFt. Moved: 1,000

Edna A

Seattle, WA
Wrote a review on 9/29/2019
Budget Truck Review
(2 out of 5 rating)

Truck needed wheel alignment, water dripped on my legs when it rained, swayed constantly and no power. Trailer tires were sticking out.

Distance: 3,900 mi
Cost: $2,500
Per. Mile: $0.64
SqFt. Moved: 700

Isa M

Kinderhook, NY
Wrote a review on 9/29/2019
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

Be prepared that time available truck is is only an estimate. Forgot to put E-Z Pass in for tolls.

Distance: 170 mi
Cost: $188
Per. Mile: $1.11
SqFt. Moved: 400

Barry K

New Orleans, LA
Wrote a review on 9/28/2019
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

We opted to rent a 12 ft truck from Budget than UHaul since the pricing we received online was less $200 less. We felt that both companies were reputable so it just came down to price. Initially we considered container or moving company but there was no guarantee of time arrival and we had to be in New Orleans by a certain date. The truck was okay to drive, pretty noisy and large in size so sometimes hard to maneuver easily. It was suitable for our needs and got the job done. Dropping off the truck in New Orleans was a bit confusing but we figured it out. Having help to unload the truck made the transition much easier.

Distance: 900 mi
Cost: $950
Per. Mile: $1.06
SqFt. Moved: 450

Harold P

Gaithersburg, MD
Wrote a review on 9/28/2019
Budget Truck Review
(1 out of 5 rating)

Truck dirty and broke down on the road. Needed to transition to another truck company. Service very poor trying to get refund.

Distance: 800 mi
Cost: $1,800
Per. Mile: $2.25
SqFt. Moved: 2,500

Ashley D

Las Vegas, NV
Wrote a review on 9/27/2019
Budget Truck Review
(1 out of 5 rating)

They didn't tell me until after the fact that I would not be able to add another driver if they weren't there with me when I was picking up the truck (even when I called in advance to double check this, they said it would not be a problem). The truck is in awful shape, not only is it beyond old with a lot of damage, but the AC smells when it's turned on and the truck makes an awful rattle every time you go over (even a small) bump.

Distance: 1,200 mi
Cost: $625
Per. Mile: $0.52
SqFt. Moved: 1,800

Dominique K

Fort Lauderdale, FL
Wrote a review on 9/26/2019
Budget Truck Review
(1 out of 5 rating)

I wish I could give them zero stars! Worst moving experience ever. I would not recommend this company to anybody. DO NOT USE BUDGET. While the 16’ truck (the second one we got after the first one broke down just after we picked it up from the dealer) did manage to fit almost all of our large 2 bedroom apartment (1000sqft) and a small storage unit worth of belongings, the service and equipment provided was of the poorest quality! The towing dolly we hired to tow our 2016 Toyota Corolla (stock standard, super common car) did not for the car and it actually damaged our car. Customer service could not help us. They kept making promises that they did not keep, some of the employees at some of the locations we had to go to (we were bounced around between 5 locations!) were rude and unhelpful and couldn’t even answer simple questions about tolls or the equipment! Only to be reimbursed not even $50 at the end of it. Absolutely disgusted.

Distance: 1,200 mi
Cost: $950
Per. Mile: $0.79
SqFt. Moved: 1,000

Kathy G

Painesville, OH
Wrote a review on 9/25/2019
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

Truck was ready for us and people were friendly!

Distance: 30 mi
Cost: $95.00
Per. Mile: $3.17
SqFt. Moved: 920

Rebecca J

Savannah, GA
Wrote a review on 9/24/2019
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

The truck was fine but had problems with the car carrier. one of the chains did not have a hook and the straps kept slipping even though i had them pretty tight on the tires.

Distance: 300 mi
Cost: $502
Per. Mile: $1.67
SqFt. Moved: 900

Martin G

Las Vegas, NV
Wrote a review on 9/24/2019
Budget Truck Review
(2 out of 5 rating)

Truck was dirty inside and outside the cab, van was broom clean but blankets were ripped and torn, front end out of alignment pulled continuously to the right and the front wheels need balancing. Very noisy in cab.

Distance: 750 mi
Cost: $750
Per. Mile: $1.00
SqFt. Moved: 450

Shelly C

Fredericksburg, VA
Wrote a review on 9/24/2019
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

They were very friendly

Distance: 1,000 mi
Cost: $1,500
Per. Mile: $1.50
SqFt. Moved: 500

Gregory V

Coats, NC
Wrote a review on 9/23/2019
Budget Truck Review
(1 out of 5 rating)

When you make a "reservation" with Budget, you actually aren't reserving a truck; you're reserving a "rate". They can (and will) tell you the day before your move that a truck that you reserved a month ago won't be available. In the immortal words of Jerry Seinfeld: “See, you know how to TAKE the reservation, you just don't know how to HOLD the reservation and that's really the most important part of the reservation, the holding. Anybody can just take them.” If you like last minute changes of plans on a super-stressful day of moving, by all means, go with Budget.

Distance: 35 mi
Cost: $61.00
Per. Mile: $1.74
SqFt. Moved: 1,100

Nicole B

Kenosha, WI
Wrote a review on 9/23/2019
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

Did the job! There were ants in the truck that we had to clear out but otherwise I got to my destination in one piece with furniture also intact.

Distance: 2,100 mi
Cost: $2,800
Per. Mile: $1.33
SqFt. Moved: 1,200

Amber E

Raleigh, NC
Wrote a review on 9/23/2019
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

Truck was in good condition - great customer service.

Distance: 600 mi
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David G

Madison, TN
Wrote a review on 9/23/2019
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

26 foot truck was everything I needed to move my 2 story house in one trip. Pick-up was much quicker than U-Haul has ever been. After hours drop off allowed me to drop the truck on Sunday morning and not have to be charged an additional day.

Distance: 50 mi
Cost: $230
Per. Mile: $4.60
SqFt. Moved: 1,750
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