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Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage review 2026 (Buffalo, NY)

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Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage, a Buffalo, NY moving company, ranks #216 of 505 movers in New York, with a moveBuddha rating of 3.36/5.

50% of Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage's 4 verified customer reviews are positive. The most common complaint involves damage to items.

Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage holds active FMCSA registration (USDOT #1302674) and operates 2 trucks. Ratings reflect moveBuddha’s independent analysis of customer reviews and FMCSA records.

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How Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage measures up

Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage ranks #216 out of 505 movers in New York with a moveBuddha Score of 3.36 out of 5.

  • moveBuddha Score

    moveBuddha Score

    The moveBuddha Score is a single 0–5 rating that combines everything we know about a mover, so you can compare companies without cross-referencing a dozen review sites.

    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 Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage moveBuddha Certified?

Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage 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. Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage 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 Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage?

Out of 4 verified reviews, 50% of customers left a positive review about Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage in Buffalo, NY. 50% of reviews are negative. Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage has a 38% lower positive review percentage than the average New York moving company (50% vs the New York state average of 88%).

  • Positive50%(2)
  • Negative50%(2)

Based on 4 reviews across Google, Yelp, and other review sites.

What positive reviewers say

  • “Very convenient and nice people to work with.”

    jennifer manzVerified ReviewerGoogle

Most common complaints about Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage

  • Damage to items

    Some customers reported that items were damaged during packing or loading.

What negative reviewers say

  • “A container leaked for 9 months, destroying over $6,000 of belongings with water damage and mold.”

    Josh WestfallVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “After about a year, belongings arrived covered in mold because the storage building was not climate controlled. Everything had to be thrown out.”

    Benjamin BauerVerified ReviewerGoogle

Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage

3.36Buffalo, NY

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What services does Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage offer?

Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage offers packing, unpacking, and custom crating, plus storage.

Services offered

Is Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage licensed and insured?

Federally licensed, operating authority active

US DOT 1302674 Check on SAFER

Verified against the FMCSA, not by moveBuddha

Yes, Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage is registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration under US DOT number 1302674, as MI-BOX MOVING & MOBILE STORAGE INC, and its operating status is currently active.

Insurance is a separate question, and one this profile cannot settle: moveBuddha does not receive carriers' insurance filings, so nothing here confirms what cover Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage holds. Ask for a certificate of insurance before you book.

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Registered legal name
MI-BOX MOVING & MOBILE STORAGE INCThe entity behind the trading name, as filed with the FMCSA
FMCSA safety rating
Not ratedMost carriers are unrated. A rating is only assigned after a compliance review. It is not a failed one.
Trucks registered
2Power units reported to the FMCSA
Miles driven
261,457Reported to the FMCSA for 2025
Roadside inspections
0Recorded by the FMCSA
FMCSA record last updated
October 2026

How much does Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage cost?

Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage does not publish hourly rates or flat fees publicly. Based on moveBuddha's data on moving companies operating in New York, you can expect to pay approximately $139/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. 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 New York moving companies similar to Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage typically bill the amounts below using a $139/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 similar movers typically bill for a long-distance move

Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage is licensed for interstate moves, which are typically priced by weight and distance. Ranges below reflect totals from similar full-service New York moving companies.

Typical long-distance move totals from similar movers
Home sizeDistanceTypical total
2-3 bedrooms500–1,000 mi$4,500–$7,500
4+ bedrooms500–1,000 mi$7,000–$11,500

What payment options and discounts does Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage offer?

Accepts
Credit Cards
Deposit
Not listed, so ask

Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage accepts credit cards. Deposit policies vary by mover, so ask whether one is required when you request a quote.

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How Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage compares with the top 5 Buffalo movers

With a moveBuddha score of 3.36 out of 5, Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage trails the five top-scoring movers in Buffalo, 0.66 points behind Best Buffalo Movers. Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage's score rests on 4 reviews, fewer than any of the five. Where Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage falls behind is brand, with the lowest brand score in the group.

The five highest-scoring local movers near Buffalo, by moveBuddha score.

#MoverScoreReviews
1Wayfinder Moving ServicesBuffalo4.42443
2TWO MEN AND A TRUCKCheektowaga4.30874
3Corrigan Moving SystemsBuffalo4.30733
4Pryority MoversNiagara Falls4.085
5Best Buffalo MoversBuffalo4.0276
6Mi - Box Moving & Mobile StorageThis mover · ranks #63.364

How does Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage compare to other New York movers?

  • moveBuddha score#216 of 505(worse than average)

    3.36vs 3.63 avg

    Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage scores 3.36, below the New York average of 3.63, and ranks #216 of 505 New York movers.

  • Positive reviews#425 of 505(worse than average)

    50%vs 88% avg

    Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage has 50% positive reviews, below the New York average of 88%, and ranks #425 of 505 New York movers.

  • Negative reviews#435 of 505(worse than average)

    50%vs 11% avg

    Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage has 50% negative reviews, above the New York average of 11%, and ranks #435 of 505 New York movers. A lower percentage is better.

  • Reviews analyzed#419 of 505(worse than average)

    4vs 287 avg

    Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage has 4 reviews analyzed, below the New York average of 287, and ranks #419 of 505 New York movers.

MetricThis moverNew York avg
moveBuddha score#216 of 505 in New York3.363.63
Positive reviews#425 of 505 in New York50%88%
Negative reviewsLower is better#435 of 505 in New York50%11%
Reviews analyzed#419 of 505 in New York4287

Compared with 505 New York movers with moveBuddha profiles. Rank #1 is the best in New York.

Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage

3.36Buffalo, NY

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Final verdict: Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage

Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage earns a 3.36/5 moveBuddha Score and ranks #6 among Buffalo movers, with 50% positive feedback across 4 customer reviews.

It operates 2 trucks. The most common complaint is damage to items.

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

Mi - Box Moving & Mobile Storage

Buffalo, NY

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Why moveBuddha?

  • 30%+Average savings

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

    Calculate your New York 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.

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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