Budget® Reviews

NATHAN F

Vancouver, WA
Wrote a review on 6/7/2017
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

The transmission was a little kludgey. I liked that it was a flat bed, no wheel well. It all worked out well. Something about the design of the gas tank made filling up a bit tedious; the pump would keep switching off, detecting the tank was full when it was far from. It took some finesse. Other than that, everything was fine.

Distance: 1,000 mi
Cost: $2,100
Per. Mile: $2.10
SqFt. Moved: 700

Richard P

Montgomery Village, MD
Wrote a review on 6/7/2017
Budget Truck Review
(1 out of 5 rating)

Turn in at Gaithersburg, MD (Dealer# 208779) was Excellent customer service! Everything else was crap. NO MILITARY DISCOUNT. Pick-Up in Denton, TX (Dealer# 787350) took more than 1 hour and 20 minutes even after I had reserved on-line more than two weeks in advance. 1st truck assigned took 45 minutes (AC didn't work). Both trucks assigned were nothing less than FILTHY. Brock did not mark all damage on the Inspection sheet and I had to have him re-do items. He was constantly on the phone with other people. There were no other employees at the establishment. The second truck which I accepted; I had to replace the wiper blades and clean the inside of the cab.

Distance: 1,414 mi
Cost: $775
Per. Mile: $0.55
SqFt. Moved: 900

Bradley W

Longmont, CO
Wrote a review on 6/6/2017
Budget Truck Review
(3 out of 5 rating)

The truck rental was good until we went to turn it in in Boulder, CO. The contract required the truck to be full of diesel fuel. We filled the truck up but the manager at the receiving site wanted to argue the tank wasn't full. He wanted to charge me extra for more fuel to top off the tank. We took a photo of the fuel gauge with the needle clearly on "F". When we suggested we would forward it to Budget Corporate, he quickly backed off. Be aware of filling up and your fuel levels!!

Distance: 1,800 mi
Cost: $1,050
Per. Mile: $0.58
SqFt. Moved: 1,700

Vivian P

Woodbridge, VA
Wrote a review on 6/6/2017
Budget Truck Review
(1 out of 5 rating)

HORRIBLE, HORRIBLE NIGHTMARE!!! This is the worst company I have ever encountered. We were moving across states from GA to VA and rented a 24 ft truck. We rented the truck on a Wednesday and left out on a Saturday and paid an extra day to return the truck on Monday. During the drive the truck stopped working in NC (5.5 hours from destination). We called roadside assistance who took almost 2 hours to get anyone to us to try and fix the truck after almost 7 hours they decided the truck could not be fixed and need to go in for service. At this point its 1:30 am and we were exhausted. The told us we needed to pay out of pocket for hotel and when we said 'what if we don't have the extra money for that?' their response was get a family member or friend to wire it to you... what kind of response is that? The next day my husband calls them up at 8:30 am to see if they have found a replacement truck and they say they will look and give us a call back. We do not hear back until 2:30pm to say that no truck has been located and probably will not get one until Tuesday or Wednesday due to the holiday weekend. Which means more money for a hotel, food etc. I decided to try and go online and find my own truck which I located one less than 30 miles away within minutes. I call budget back, which every call we are on hold for at least 30 min, to tell them that I located a truck and for them to go pick it up for us. They called to confirm after I provided them the location info and then they got us the truck that night around 7 pm. So I basically did THEIR job for them, which only took me 15 minutes. On top of that, when our truck was broke down we noticed their was NO PLATES on the truck! We definitely would have gotten pulled over. You've been warned, DO NOT USE THEM!

Distance: 600 mi
Cost: $1,500
Per. Mile: $2.50
SqFt. Moved: 2,200

Kary f

Orangeville, IL
Wrote a review on 6/6/2017
Budget Truck Review
(2 out of 5 rating)

Original truck reserved was not available did not find out until late the day before the move. The dealer did go out of his way to accommodate us by arranging two trucks instead of the original one truck. The truck I drove (in a heavy rain) leaked like a sieve through the drivers window as well as down the back of the cab. Shirt was soaked by the time I arrived!

Distance: 50 mi
Cost: $1,000
Per. Mile: $20.00
SqFt. Moved: 1,500

Patrick C

Chester, MD
Wrote a review on 6/4/2017
Budget Truck Review
(1 out of 5 rating)

The truck I had reserved was not available when I called the location on the morning of my move. Budget didn't even call me or email to let me know. The person who I called about this was not concerned at all. I ended up having to find another Budget truck at another location and use a smaller truck. I was not able to fit all my belongings into the smaller truck so now I will have to make two moves. My next move will not use a Budget truck.

Distance: 200 mi
Cost: $250
Per. Mile: $1.25
SqFt. Moved: 1,600

Rebecca B

Mooresville, NC
Wrote a review on 6/2/2017
Budget Truck Review
(3 out of 5 rating)

The individual people we worked with were great - kind and helpful. However, we were frustrated that Budget changed the time and pick-up location for our truck. We had hired movers to come at a certain time and had to make changes to make it work with everyone's schedule. The truck ran incredibly rough as well. At one point we got out of the truck and checked the tires because we were sure a tire had blown or something, but it was just the truck. Around town it wouldn't have been bad, but driving 800 miles, some through the mountains of TN and NC was a bit hard in the shaky truck. The cost was good, though. I guess it is a case of getting what you pay for. If we were to do this again, and I'm hoping not, I would probably put out a little extra money for something a bit nicer.

Distance: 750 mi
Cost: $1,100
Per. Mile: $1.47
SqFt. Moved: 1,500

Emily D

Winston Salem, NC
Wrote a review on 6/2/2017
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

My reservation had to be changed the morning of my move but Budget handled the switch and everything went pretty smoothly. The truck itself was nice and the moving blankets we rented were in very good condition. My only complaint would be the lack of cruise-control which can be quite unpleasant during a long trip.

Distance: 300 mi
Cost: $130
Per. Mile: $0.43
SqFt. Moved:

Donna R

Omaha, NE
Wrote a review on 6/1/2017
Budget Truck Review
(3 out of 5 rating)

Have used them before. They are always just average... The cabs are really dirty... Don't rent one and do a long distance move unless you want to clean it first. Inside of box was o.k. We use them because they are cheaper... Beware of U-Haul - they calculate the Granny's attic in the length of the box.

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Judy P

Pinebluff, NC
Wrote a review on 6/1/2017
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

gave everything I needed to get my move done.

Distance: 25 mi
Cost: $50.00
Per. Mile: $2.00
SqFt. Moved:

Carl G

West Chester, OH
Wrote a review on 6/1/2017
Budget Truck Review
(2 out of 5 rating)

Rented online 2 weeks prior, got call morning of move that truck wasn't available, after I had already arranged paid help for loading of Truck. Had to be driven by Budget rep 20 miles to another location to pick up Truck there. I do not live in area, flew here to Mason OH to take my storage stuff home to NC. Rented car at Truck pickup location and confirmed Truck Rental when I got here to make things smooth, it wasn't.

Distance: 700 mi
Cost: $550
Per. Mile: $0.79
SqFt. Moved: 500

Alexa Z

Valley Park, MO
Wrote a review on 5/30/2017
Budget Truck Review
(1 out of 5 rating)

Absolute HORRIBLE service. They overbooked the trucks and didn't bother to call me. I had to drive over 150 miles away to pick up a truck and they charged me for the extra miles from their mistake. And when I arrived at the pickup location they were not there and did not show up for an hour. The employees at each location were rude and both said they did not have time or energy to deal with it. One suggested I try Uhaul... The other employee was so rude and aggressive that he tried to kick me out and deny service. His yelling was so aggressive that I had to call the police. They also required us to drop the truck back off at the far away location, a day earlier than planned and charged for those extra miles. To top it off, the truck broke down on the way back and we had to have it towed. The tow truck employee said it was the second time he had towed the SAME truck for the SAME reason, Horrible company with even worse employees.

Distance: 200 mi
Cost: $1,000
Per. Mile: $5.00
SqFt. Moved: 1,200

Jeff B

Camarillo, CA
Wrote a review on 5/30/2017
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

Turned out OK, but started a little shaky. The day before our reservation, thy still did not have the the furniture blankets or hand cart available. They did locate them late the evening before we needed them. We moved from Camarillo, CA to Lake Havasu City, AZ. About 350 miles. The truck was a newer 27" diesel in great condition. The truck was rejected at drop off because the tank was not full. The pump had stopped and the gauge showed full, but we went back to another station where it took a few more gallons.

Distance: 350 mi
Cost: $1,200
Per. Mile: $3.43
SqFt. Moved: 1,600

Ernest J

Three Rivers, MI
Wrote a review on 5/30/2017
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

Truck ran just fine and everything went smoothly with the move.

Distance: 650 mi
Cost: $453
Per. Mile: $0.70
SqFt. Moved: 1,000

Doug & Lisa D

Edmond, OK
Wrote a review on 5/28/2017
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

We rented a Budget 22 foot truck to move from Florida to Oklahoma and the whole trip went off without a hitch.

Distance: 1,400 mi
Cost: $900
Per. Mile: $0.64
SqFt. Moved: 1,200

Jame W

Pawling, NY
Wrote a review on 5/27/2017
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

they forgot the hand truck

Distance: 10 mi
Cost: $60.00
Per. Mile: $6.00
SqFt. Moved:

Marcos S

Los Angeles, CA
Wrote a review on 5/22/2017
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

My truck was as advertised. In good condition and running well. Fast service and convenient drop off locations.

Distance: 20 mi
Cost: $160
Per. Mile: $8.00
SqFt. Moved: 1,000

Joe F

Norman, OK
Wrote a review on 5/21/2017
Budget Truck Review
(2 out of 5 rating)

This truck was filthy inside and out. The truck had not been cleaned since previous rental. The windshield was a bug graveyard. It had horrible gas mileage ( $200. for an 800 mile drive). The truck was all over the place and had 92K on the odometer. It was a white knuckle drive. The windshield wipers were in need of replacement.

Distance: 800 mi
Cost: $800
Per. Mile: $1.00
SqFt. Moved: 800

Megan E

Norfolk, VA
Wrote a review on 5/17/2017
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

The truck ran well and didn't have any mechanical issues. There was initially a price discrepancy from the online booking when we picked up the truck, but it was quickly resolved.

Distance: 855 mi
Cost: $1,300
Per. Mile: $1.52
SqFt. Moved: 650

Paul S

Canton, GA
Wrote a review on 5/16/2017
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

No problem using Budget

Distance: 1,380 mi
Cost: $1,062
Per. Mile: $0.77
SqFt. Moved: 1,200

Aaron L

Garland, TX
Wrote a review on 5/14/2017
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

Rental process easy. They emailed a form about financial liability ahead of time and that was great so that I could take time to address it and understand my options. AARP discount was great.

Distance: 45 mi
Cost: $130
Per. Mile: $2.89
SqFt. Moved: 200

Debbie P

Alabaster, AL
Wrote a review on 5/9/2017
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

These guys are great!!! No problems...Would use them again and DO recommend!!

Distance: 688 mi
Cost:
Per. Mile:
SqFt. Moved: 1,000

Chuck d

Havre De Grace, MD
Wrote a review on 5/8/2017
Budget Truck Review
(2 out of 5 rating)

Three problems. First, we had reserved a 16 foot truck, and were told at the last minute they only had a 12 foot truck available. Second problem: We ended up being charged a different rate than the rate quoted on the phone. As a result, we ended up paying $116 for our one day rental, compared to the reservation rate of $71. Third, we were overcharged for gasoline. We were told the truck was topped off when we picked it up. Our move only entailed 11 miles, yet when we filled it up, it took over 3 gallons to fill it up.

Distance: 11 mi
Cost: $116
Per. Mile: $10.55
SqFt. Moved: 2,000

Julie V

Citrus Heights, CA
Wrote a review on 5/6/2017
Budget Truck Review
(3 out of 5 rating)

The truck was clean and available on time. We kept it a second day. The only problem we had was the company said we scraped and dented the side. The scrape was pointed out to the employee at the company before we signed the truck out. They then said they would let it go, unless they got a complaint about the truck. Won't rent from this company again.

Distance: 100 mi
Cost: $210
Per. Mile: $2.10
SqFt. Moved: 880

Kyle T

San Marcos, TX
Wrote a review on 5/4/2017
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

Truck and trailer handled well. Good service and both the pick up and drop off locations.

Distance: 350 mi
Cost: $250
Per. Mile: $0.71
SqFt. Moved: 1,200

MICHAEL T

Saint Augustine, FL
Wrote a review on 4/30/2017
Budget Truck Review
(2 out of 5 rating)

The Budget truck rental site in St. Augustine was closed when I tried to return the truck at 6PM on a Saturday. The person I had talked with on the phone stated we could leave the truck and put the keys/paperwork in their "drop box". There was no drop box, only a mail slot which specifically said "No Keys". Very poor knowledge and commnication on their part.

Distance: 400 mi
Cost: $500
Per. Mile: $1.25
SqFt. Moved: 2,500

George M

Naples, FL
Wrote a review on 4/29/2017
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

Got the truck I wanted when I needed it. No problems at all.

Distance: 205 mi
Cost: $300
Per. Mile: $1.46
SqFt. Moved: 1,300

diana c

Irving, TX
Wrote a review on 4/21/2017
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

I rented truck from Fla

Distance: 1,321 mi
Cost: $1,500
Per. Mile: $1.14
SqFt. Moved: 1,633

Karen W

Winter Haven, FL
Wrote a review on 4/14/2017
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

I always use Budget because their trucks are clean and well maintained. The online booking is quick and easy with no money due until you pick up the truck. They also have moving supplies (appliance dolly, furniture pads) that are reasonably priced. Another plus is the discounts that they offer for AARP members and one-way rentals.

Distance: 325 mi
Cost: $300
Per. Mile: $0.92
SqFt. Moved: 800

Christine K

Clarksville, TN
Wrote a review on 4/14/2017
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

Rented 24' truck for move but could have used a 20' instead but don't think Budget location I used had 20' trucks. Used a 20% off coupon.

Distance: 70 mi
Cost: $99.00
Per. Mile: $1.41
SqFt. Moved: 1,200

Gary C

Durham, NC
Wrote a review on 4/3/2017
Budget Truck Review
(3 out of 5 rating)

No big problems, but they did not open on time, did not have the hand truck I requested, and the truck had obviously not been cleaned in some time.

Distance: 10 mi
Cost: $125
Per. Mile: $12.50
SqFt. Moved: 1,000

Jamie B

Humble, TX
Wrote a review on 3/30/2017
Budget Truck Review
(3 out of 5 rating)

we could not fuel and traffic was bad. I am not sure what that will cost.

Distance: 40 mi
Cost: $130
Per. Mile: $3.25
SqFt. Moved: 2,800

jesenia m

Oviedo, FL
Wrote a review on 3/27/2017
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

The best. Steve and Drew were great. One important point is that they made our move go very smooth. We are a family of five and their service helped us to walk into our new home with less stress. I recommend these guys to any one single person or family who is looking for professional movers, polite, and respectful. They took their time to place each item the right way inside the truck and make sure they went inside the right place as well as assembling for required items which were able to provide that service quickly. We closed on a home the day before the move and they were understandable regarding our needs to move our stuff in one afternoon to clear the old apartment. If you have specific needs, they will assist you and work with you. Big family, small family, or single people, these are the movers to go for....... Thank you guys for your assistance and customer service (from a family of five, Jose's family)

Distance: 10 mi
Cost: $360
Per. Mile: $36.00
SqFt. Moved: 2,500

Dena D

Duluth, GA
Wrote a review on 3/26/2017
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

We had no issues with our truck rental. We have used budget before and will again if needed. Truck rode smoothly. It was clean. Easy for pick-up and drop off.

Distance: 260 mi
Cost: $375
Per. Mile: $1.44
SqFt. Moved: 1,000

Madeline H

Pensacola, FL
Wrote a review on 3/24/2017
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

Everything was good.

Distance: 20 mi
Cost:
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SqFt. Moved: 3,200

Anthony M

Silver Spring, MD
Wrote a review on 3/24/2017
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

I drove a budget rental truck. I felt liberated.

Distance:
Cost: $700
Per. Mile:
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David E

New Albany, OH
Wrote a review on 3/20/2017
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

I had to drive farther out to pickup the truck.

Distance: 400 mi
Cost: $440
Per. Mile: $1.10
SqFt. Moved: 1,100

john z

Fredericksburg, VA
Wrote a review on 3/20/2017
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

truck was ready for pick up and easily returned

Distance: 300 mi
Cost: $284
Per. Mile: $0.95
SqFt. Moved: 150

Ron F

Newbury Park, CA
Wrote a review on 3/18/2017
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

Professional. Fast. Efficient. I highly recommend these guys! I had a crew of 4 and they did great work!

Distance: 1,100 mi
Cost: $1,300
Per. Mile: $1.18
SqFt. Moved: 2,500

Bill A

Mcdonough, GA
Wrote a review on 3/17/2017
Budget Truck Review
(2 out of 5 rating)

They gave me a beat up truck even though there were three practically new ones. Then they tried to charge me for not filling the tank even though it was up to the neck.

Distance: 400 mi
Cost: $400
Per. Mile: $1.00
SqFt. Moved:

Patricia W

Port Richey, FL
Wrote a review on 3/13/2017
Budget Truck Review
(1 out of 5 rating)

Budget did not have truck reserved a month early available. Customer service was extremely poor - getting someone who spoke English was even harder.

Distance: 3 mi
Cost: $80.00
Per. Mile: $26.67
SqFt. Moved: 1,100

James a

Summerville, SC
Wrote a review on 3/12/2017
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

Truck needed swept out but was in good shape.

Distance: 10 mi
Cost: $60.00
Per. Mile: $6.00
SqFt. Moved: 1,600

Tiffany H

Spartanburg, SC
Wrote a review on 3/10/2017
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

Excellent truck. We had no problems with the company, and will definitely order their truck again for our next move.

Distance: 1,200 mi
Cost: $1,800
Per. Mile: $1.50
SqFt. Moved: 3,000

Mbrga K

Charlotte, NC
Wrote a review on 3/3/2017
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

good costumer services.

Distance: 972 mi
Cost: $936
Per. Mile: $0.96
SqFt. Moved: 9,065

Kelly R

Phoenix, AZ
Wrote a review on 2/24/2017
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

The office where we picked up the truck were very friendly and helpful and had our truck ready to go when we arrived. He was very thorough with instructions about operating the vehicle. The truck and moving pads we rented were clean. The staff we dropped our truck off at were also very friendly and quickly checked our to truck. I would use Budget Rental again.

Distance: 1,500 mi
Cost: $1,900
Per. Mile: $1.27
SqFt. Moved: 2,000

Melinda E

Madison Heights, VA
Wrote a review on 2/17/2017
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

Very good. Made sure I had a truck on time and insurance and full tank of gas and good tires.

Distance: 700 mi
Cost: $500
Per. Mile: $0.71
SqFt. Moved:

Candace P

Pittsburgh, PA
Wrote a review on 2/15/2017
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

The car dolly was approved for my car online. The rep, also verified in person it would work. Upon driving my car on the dolly, my bumper was almost torn off. I have a claim pending. In the defense of the rental place, they did work ot to get an auto transport ready, as I was leaving that night.

Distance: 250 mi
Cost: $450
Per. Mile: $1.80
SqFt. Moved: 900

T. Suzanne P

Grafton, MA
Wrote a review on 2/13/2017
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

Very nice person set me up on the front end. These trucks are not for the faint of heart. Also they are gas guzzlers. However, it all went well. The drop off was a bit problematic due to the location, times open, and such, but so far (I have not gotten a final bill) it seems ok. Budget was a much lower cost than UHaul and having just done a UHaul trip last year, I could see no reason to choose paying more.

Distance: 2,500 mi
Cost: $1,650
Per. Mile: $0.66
SqFt. Moved: 800

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