PODS vs. Moving Truck Rentals

We offer self-moving and storage with full-service options. Best of all, you don't have to worry about the driving.

Comparison Chart of PODS vs Rental Trucks vs Penske

Compare PODS to U-Haul, Budget & Penske

Moving is stressful enough without having to drive a huge rental truck. And when you add fuel costs, insurance, and food and lodging along the way, renting a truck can be more expensive than you’d think. And if you’re just moving some stuff into a storage facility, a rental truck makes even less sense.

PODS offers a number of advantages over renting a U-Haul, Budget, or Penske truck. See how our moving services and storage solutions compare against top truck rental companies.

We worry about the driving

Driving a big rental truck sucks! It can be really stressful and more expensive than you’d think, especially for long-distance or one-way moves. And if you’re renting a truck just to drive stuff to a traditional self-storage unit, you can spare yourself a lot of time and hassle by using PODS, since we worry about the driving.

We drop off a portable container, you load it, then our professional drivers pick it up with PODZILLA to bring it to a secure PODS Storage Center. And when you need your stuff again, we bring the container back to you and you unload it. With PODS, you don't have to worry about the driving.

Storage is built-in

What if you're move-in ready but your new home isn’t? No problem! We can store your container at one of our 240+ Storage Centers for as long as you need.

With a rental truck, you have to pick up the truck, drive it home, load it, drive it to the facility, unload it, then return the truck. And to get your stuff out of storage, you have to repeat the whole process in reverse.

Whew! See what we mean?

How PODS works

We deliver your container

Choose from 8', 12', or 16' weather-resistant containers, delivered right to your door.

Pack at your own pace

Your first 30 days are included in the price, then rent monthly if needed. Need help loading? We can connect you with pros.

Next stop: your new home

We'll deliver to your new home whenever you're ready. Need storage between homes? You have the option to keep your container at one of our secure Storage Centers.

Moving and Storage the Way You Need It

Self Moving with Full Service Options

Need help lifting and loading those heavy items? We can refer you to qualified packing and loading professionals.

Support from experts who care

Our Customer Service team is here when you need us. We're available from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. every weekday so we can be with you through every step of your move.

Customizable service options

Whether you want full-service, a DIY option, or something in-between, we’re here to personalize your experience to meet your needs.