A Better Moving Co review 2026 (Honolulu, HI)
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A Better Moving Co, a Honolulu, HI moving company, has a moveBuddha rating of 3.38/5. Ratings reflect moveBuddha’s independent analysis of customer reviews and FMCSA records.
How A Better Moving Co measures up
What goes into our score
Each category is scored out of 5. The line shows the overall score of 3.38.
- Review quality
- 3.5
- Brand
- 3.0
- Website
- 3.0
- Customer service
- 3.0
- Industry experience
- 3.0
Is A Better Moving Co moveBuddha Certified?
A Better Moving Co is not moveBuddha Certified. Certified movers are licensed carriers vetted by moveBuddha and spot-checked every quarter. They meet higher standards for insurance, pricing transparency, and customer care.
With a Certified mover, moveBuddha does the vetting for you and provides added protection. A Better Moving Co hasn't gone through that certification process, so it's important to check licensing, insurance, estimates, and claims policies yourself before booking.
What movebuddha certified movers offer
- Up to $1,000 in added move coverage*. Extra protection for eligible moves.
- Vetted for licensing and insurance**. We verify state-required insurance for local movers and liability and cargo coverage for interstate movers.
- Dedicated moveBuddha support. Help through the move process.
- Dispute mediation. moveBuddha steps in if issues arise.
Before you book, check:
- USDOT and MC numbers. Look up the license and complaint history on FMCSA's site.
- Insurance coverage. Ask for proof of liability and cargo insurance.
- A written estimate. Binding or not-to-exceed, with every fee listed.
- The claims process. Ask how damage claims are filed and how long they take.
* Added move coverage is not replacement-value insurance, or insurance, or an indemnity of any kind. About moveBuddha Certified
** Local movers must hold insurance that meets state requirements for local moves. Interstate movers must carry auto liability of at least $750,000, general liability of at least $1M, and motor truck cargo coverage at or above $5,000 per vehicle and $10,000 per occurrence.
What do customers say about A Better Moving Co?
Review sentiment has not been broken down for A Better Moving Co in Honolulu, HI yet.
A Better Moving Co
3.38Honolulu, HI
Save more than 30% on average by comparing movers before you book.
A Better Moving Co
3.38
Honolulu, HI
Save more than 30% on average
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What services does A Better Moving Co offer?
Licensed under US DOT number 528679, A Better Moving Co offers full-service moving, local moves, long-distance moves, and international moves.
Services offered
- Full-service moving
- Local & in-state moving
- Long-distance moving
- International moving
- Office & commercial moving
- Small moves
- Senior moves
- Packing
- Unpacking
- Fragile-only packing
- Packing materials
- Custom crating
- Storage
- Climate-controlled storage
- Piano moving
- Hot tub moving
- Pool table moving
- Fine art
- Antiques
- Safes
- Full valuation coverage
Is A Better Moving Co licensed and insured?
Registered with the FMCSA
US DOT 528679. Operating status is not on this profile. Check on SAFER
Verified against the FMCSA, not by moveBuddha
A Better Moving Co is registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration under US DOT number 528679. It also holds a Hawaii intrastate license, number CAL T 170373; CA 3083.
Insurance is a separate question, and one this profile cannot settle: moveBuddha does not receive carriers' insurance filings, so nothing here confirms what cover A Better Moving Co holds. Ask for a certificate of insurance before you book.
- State license number
- CAL T 170373; CA 3083Issued by Hawaii. Covers moves within the state, which the FMCSA does not
- FMCSA safety rating
- Not ratedMost carriers are unrated. A rating is only assigned after a compliance review. It is not a failed one.
How much does A Better Moving Co cost?
A Better Moving Co does not publish hourly rates or flat fees publicly. Total local-move costs from similar movers typically run $400–$750 for a studio or 1-bedroom, $850–$1,750 for a 2-3 bedroom, and $1,700–$3,400 for a 4+ bedroom home. Long-distance (500-1,000 mi) 2-3 bedroom moves from similar movers typically run $4,500–$7,500.
What similar movers typically bill for a local move
Full-service Hawaii moving companies similar to A Better Moving Co typically bill the amounts below and scaling up for larger homes that need more movers and hours.
| Home size | Typical total | Time and crew |
|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $400–$750 | 3–5 hours, 2 movers |
| 2-3 bedrooms | $850–$1,750 | 5–8 hours, 2–3 movers |
| 4+ bedrooms | $1,700–$3,400 | 8–12 hours, 3–4 movers |
What similar movers typically bill for a long-distance move
A Better Moving Co offers interstate moves, which are typically priced by weight and distance. Ranges below reflect totals from similar full-service Hawaii moving companies.
| Home size | Distance | Typical total |
|---|---|---|
| 2-3 bedrooms | 500–1,000 mi | $4,500–$7,500 |
| 4+ bedrooms | 500–1,000 mi | $7,000–$11,500 |
What payment options and discounts does A Better Moving Co offer?
- Accepts
- Credit CardsCash
- Deposit
- Not listed, so ask
A Better Moving Co accepts credit cards and cash. Deposit policies vary by mover, so ask whether one is required when you request a quote.
How A Better Moving Co compares with other local movers
With a moveBuddha score of 3.38 out of 5, A Better Moving Co places fourth when ranked against the four highest-scoring moving companies near Honolulu, 0.56 points behind Bill’s Movers LLC and just ahead of Malama Moving Company. Where A Better Moving Co falls behind is review quality, with a review quality score that trails three of the four.
The four highest-scoring nearby movers, by moveBuddha score.
| # | Mover | Score | Reviews | Yelp | BBB | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | You Move MeHonolulu | 4.44 | 1,251 | 4.9 | 4.5 | — |
| 2 | Ewa Moving CoHonolulu | 4.00 | 49 | — | — | A+ |
| 3 | Bill’s Movers LLCHonolulu | 3.94 | — | — | — | A+ |
| 4 | A Better Moving CoThis mover · ranks #4 | 3.38 | — | — | — | — |
| 5 | Malama Moving CompanyHonolulu | 3.36 | 90 | — | — | — |
A Better Moving Co
3.38Honolulu, HI
Save more than 30% on average by comparing movers before you book.
Save more than 30% on average
On average, moveBuddha users save more than 30% by comparing movers before they book. Get a quote from A Better Moving Co, then see how it compares with other top-rated movers in Honolulu.
Compare prices side by side
See where A Better Moving Co lands against similar movers.
Vetted movers only
Licensing and reviews checked, just like this page.
Free, no obligation
Nothing is booked until you choose a mover.
A Better Moving Co
3.38
Honolulu, HI
Final verdict: A Better Moving Co
A Better Moving Co earns a 3.38/5 moveBuddha Score.
All ratings reflect moveBuddha's analysis updated October 2026, based on independent research and verified customer reviews.
A Better Moving Co
3.38
Honolulu, HI
Why moveBuddha?
- 30%+Average savings
On average, moveBuddha users save more than 30% by comparing movers before booking.
Calculate your Hawaii moving cost - $1,000Added move coverage*
When you choose a moveBuddha Certified mover, you get $1,000 in added move coverage*, plus dedicated support throughout your move.
- 1-on-1Dispute mediation
If something goes wrong, moveBuddha provides dispute mediation with Certified movers to help resolve the issue and protect your move.
* Added move coverage is not replacement-value insurance, or insurance, or an indemnity of any kind.
Contact A Better Moving Co
- Phone
- (808) 536-1320
- Website
- abettermoving.com
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How we score moving companies
Every mover on moveBuddha is scored on the same six factors, weighted by how much each one changes a move.
- Quotes & payment optionsWeighs most
The heaviest factor, because price certainty is where moves go wrong. We reward estimates you can hold a mover to, and terms disclosed before you pay.
- Online reputationMajor factor
An objective read from third parties rather than from the mover. The Google rating for the company's headquarters sets the band; Trustpilot, BBB, and independent review sites are read alongside it.
- ServicesMajor factor
The range a mover can actually cover, scored across seven categories, with extra credit for the uncommon ones most companies hand off to a subcontractor.
- Customer supportSupporting factor
How easily you can reach a human, and how clearly the mover sets expectations before, during, and after the move. Verified against company documentation and direct outreach.
- Review feedbackSupporting factor
A company's share of positive customer feedback, converted straight to points, with no curve and no editorial adjustment.
- State availabilityMinor factor
The lightest factor, and deliberately so: wide coverage helps more readers reach a mover, but it says nothing about how good the move will be.
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- 4,500+Moving companies analyzed
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Written by
Ryan CarriganCo-founder, moveBuddha
Ryan Carrigan is the co-founder of moveBuddha and a leading voice in the moving industry, helping hundreds of thousands of Americans make smarter, safer relocation decisions each year. With more than a decade of experience analyzing moving companies, pricing trends, and industry regulations, Ryan brings hands-on industry knowledge and data-driven insight to every guide and review. His research has been featured in Forbes, Consumer Reports, The New York Times, and NBC News.