Good Move Downsizing review 2026 (Minneapolis, MN)

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Good Move Downsizing, a Minneapolis, MN moving company, ranks #73 of 152 movers in Minnesota, with a moveBuddha rating of 3.38/5.

100% of Good Move Downsizing's 27 verified customer reviews are positive. Customers most often praise its variety of services. Ratings reflect moveBuddha’s independent analysis of customer reviews and FMCSA records.

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How Good Move Downsizing measures up

Good Move Downsizing ranks #73 out of 152 movers in Minnesota with a moveBuddha Score of 3.38 out of 5.

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    moveBuddha Score

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    It weighs customer service, quote accuracy, review quality, industry experience, website quality, brand strength, and ratings from Google, Yelp, and the Better Business Bureau.

    It is not a paid placement. Partners and non-partners are scored the same way.

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Is Good Move Downsizing moveBuddha Certified?

Good Move Downsizing 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. Good Move Downsizing 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 Good Move Downsizing?

Out of 27 verified reviews, 100% of customers left a positive review about Good Move Downsizing in Minneapolis, MN. 0% of reviews are negative. Good Move Downsizing has a 11% higher positive review percentage than the average Minnesota moving company (100% vs the Minnesota state average of 89%).

  • Positive100%(27)

Based on 27 reviews across Google, Yelp, and other review sites.

What customers like about Good Move Downsizing

  • Variety of services

    Customers liked having access to packing, storage, and specialty item handling all in one place with Good Move Downsizing.

  • Organized packing

    Good Move Downsizing is often recognized for labeling boxes clearly and packing with structure and care.

  • Knowledgeable staff

    Several reviewers pointed out that Good Move Downsizing's crew answered questions confidently and provided useful advice.

  • Friendly and approachable staff

    Many customers felt at ease working with the courteous and personable team at Good Move Downsizing.

  • Professional and polite staff

    Customers say the Good Move Downsizing's crews and service representatives handled their move professionally and were friendly and helpful throughout the move.

What positive reviewers say

  • “Good Moving Downsizing was great to work with -staff are very professional yet friendly and fun. They knew exactly where to donate or dispose of items, and took care of bringing the discarded items to the appropriate place.”

    Cynthia MarshVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “Caitlin and her team came in and made one heavy lift, very easy for us! In a very short time, they organized, sorted, packed, and cleaned out my mom's apartment.”

    Ellen ThoresonVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “They did a fabulous job of carefully packing my boxes, including those with fragile items and artwork -all arrived safely. Their organizational skills are terrific.”

    JaneVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “Caitlin and Conrad at Good Move Downsizing are wonderful to work with! They are warm, welcoming, and excellent communicators who make you feel heard and supported.”

    Aidanne MacDonald-MilewskiVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “Caitlin and Conrad’s calm, patient, and caring demeanors, combined with their helpful and knowledgeable guidance, helped our parents maneuver an emotional, tiring, and stressful process.”

    Jeffrey ParksVerified ReviewerGoogle

Good Move Downsizing

3.38Minneapolis, MN

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What services does Good Move Downsizing offer?

Good Move Downsizing offers full-service moving, local moves, estate moves, senior moves, and packing.

Services offered

Is Good Move Downsizing licensed and insured?

moveBuddha holds no federal licensing record for Good Move Downsizing in Minneapolis, MN. That is not the same as the company being unlicensed. Movers operating only within one state are licensed by that state rather than by the FMCSA.

Insurance is a separate question, and one this profile cannot settle: moveBuddha does not receive carriers' insurance filings, so nothing here confirms what cover Good Move Downsizing holds. Ask for a certificate of insurance before you book.

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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 Good Move Downsizing cost?

Good Move Downsizing does not publish hourly rates or flat fees publicly. Based on moveBuddha's data on moving companies operating in Minnesota, you can expect to pay approximately $177/hr. 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.

What similar movers typically bill for a local move

Full-service Minnesota moving companies similar to Good Move Downsizing typically bill the amounts below using a $177/hr rate for a 2-person crew and scaling up for larger homes that need more movers and hours.

Typical local move totals from similar movers
Home sizeTypical totalTime and crew
Studio / 1 bedroom$400–$7503–5 hours, 2 movers
2-3 bedrooms$850–$1,7505–8 hours, 2–3 movers
4+ bedrooms$1,700–$3,4008–12 hours, 3–4 movers

What payment options and discounts does Good Move Downsizing offer?

Accepts
Credit Cards
Deposit
Not listed, so ask

Good Move Downsizing accepts credit cards. Deposit policies vary by mover, so ask whether one is required when you request a quote.

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How Good Move Downsizing compares with the top 10 Minneapolis movers

Good Move Downsizing's moveBuddha score of 3.38 out of 5 places it #25, outside the top 10 Minneapolis movers, 1.04 points behind AAA Movers, the tenth-placed mover. Good Move Downsizing's score rests on 27 reviews, fewer than any of the ten. Where Good Move Downsizing falls behind is review quality, with the lowest review quality score in the group.

The ten highest-scoring local movers near Minneapolis, by moveBuddha score.

#MoverScoreReviews
1AAA MoversNew Hope4.621,782
2Good Stuff MovingMaplewood4.522,170
3Piepho Moving & Storage, Inc.Rochester4.52143
4Matt's Moving CompanyMinneapolis4.501,254
5TWO MEN AND A TRUCKHopkins4.48818
6College Muscle Movers, LLCSt Paul4.48719
7The Move CrewMinneapolis4.48673
8Metcalf Moving & StorageSt. Paul4.48234
9Lighthouse MovingSt Paul4.44277
10AAA MoversBrooklyn Park4.42382
25Good Move DownsizingThis mover · ranks #253.3827

How does Good Move Downsizing compare to other Minnesota movers?

  • moveBuddha score#73 of 152(worse than average)

    3.38vs 3.68 avg

    Good Move Downsizing scores 3.38, below the Minnesota average of 3.68, and ranks #73 of 152 Minnesota movers.

  • Positive reviews#26 of 152(better than average)

    100%vs 89% avg

    Good Move Downsizing has 100% positive reviews, above the Minnesota average of 89%, and ranks #26 of 152 Minnesota movers.

  • Negative reviews#1 of 152(better than average)

    0%vs 10% avg

    Good Move Downsizing has 0% negative reviews, below the Minnesota average of 10%, and ranks #1 of 152 Minnesota movers. A lower percentage is better.

  • Reviews analyzed#110 of 152(worse than average)

    27vs 293 avg

    Good Move Downsizing has 27 reviews analyzed, below the Minnesota average of 293, and ranks #110 of 152 Minnesota movers.

MetricThis moverMinnesota avg
moveBuddha score#73 of 152 in Minnesota3.383.68
Positive reviews#26 of 152 in Minnesota100%89%
Negative reviewsLower is better#1 of 152 in Minnesota0%10%
Reviews analyzed#110 of 152 in Minnesota27293

Compared with 152 Minnesota movers with moveBuddha profiles. Rank #1 is the best in Minnesota.

Good Move Downsizing

3.38Minneapolis, MN

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Final verdict: Good Move Downsizing

Good Move Downsizing earns a 3.38/5 moveBuddha Score and ranks #25 among Minneapolis movers, with 100% positive feedback across 27 customer reviews.

Customers consistently praise its variety of services and organized packing. It is best for customers prioritizing crew professionalism and reliable service experience.

All ratings reflect moveBuddha's analysis updated October 2026, based on independent research and verified customer reviews.

Good Move Downsizing

Minneapolis, MN

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Why moveBuddha?

  • 30%+Average savings

    On average, moveBuddha users save more than 30% by comparing movers before booking.

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  • $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.

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.

What the scores are built on

  • 4,500+Moving companies analyzed
  • 1M+Authenticated reviews
  • 25+Independent data sources
  • 1,000+Live price points a month
  • $0Paid for a ranking
  • MonthlyRefreshed and re-verified

Read the full scoring methodology

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.

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