
BoxStar Movers review 2026 (Arlington, VA)
In business since 2021 · Updated
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BoxStar Movers, an Arlington, VA moving company, ranks #11 of 304 movers in Virginia, with a moveBuddha rating of 4.50/5.
99% of BoxStar Movers' 1,326 verified customer reviews are positive. Customers most often praise its efficient service, while the most common complaint involves misplaced or lost items.
In business since 2021, BoxStar Movers holds active FMCSA registration (USDOT #3455884) and operates 7 trucks. Ratings reflect moveBuddha’s independent analysis of customer reviews and FMCSA records.
How BoxStar Movers measures up
Across 1,326 reviews, BoxStar Movers in Arlington, VA is rated 5/5 on Google (651 reviews) and 4.8/5 on Yelp (138 reviews), and has an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.
BoxStar Movers ranks #11 out of 304 movers in Virginia with a moveBuddha Score of 4.50 out of 5.
What goes into our score
Each category is scored out of 5. The line shows the overall score of 4.50.
- Website
- 5.0
- Customer service
- 5.0
- Brand
- 4.5
- Review quality
- 4.5
- Industry experience
- 4.4

Google rating
Based on 651 reviews
Yelp rating
Based on 138 reviews
Better Business Bureau
Based on BBB profile
Is BoxStar Movers moveBuddha Certified?
BoxStar Movers 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. BoxStar Movers 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 BoxStar Movers?
Out of 1,326 verified reviews, 99% of customers left a positive review about BoxStar Movers in Arlington, VA. 0.5% of reviews are negative and 0.4% are neutral. BoxStar Movers has a 10% higher positive review percentage than the average Virginia moving company (99% vs the Virginia state average of 89%).
- Positive99.1%(1,314)
- Neutral0.4%(5)
- Negative0.5%(7)
Based on 1,326 reviews across Google, Yelp, and other review sites.
What customers like about BoxStar Movers
Efficient service
Many customers praise BoxStar Movers for completing moves smoothly and with minimal downtime.
Quick moving process
The team at BoxStar Movers often gets the job done faster than expected, saving clients time.
Respectful of property
Customers appreciated how carefully BoxStar Movers's team maneuvered furniture through tight spaces without damaging walls or floors.
Careful handling
Belongings are treated with caution, and many customers report zero damage thanks to BoxStar Movers's attention to detail.
Helpful movers
Movers were more than just muscleโthey offered guidance and went above and beyond to assist customers.
What positive reviewers say
“The movers were professional, efficient, and careful with our belongings. Communication was smooth and the move went much easier than expected.”
Amy LeeVerified ReviewerGoogle“They worked super quickly, wrapped all my larger furniture items to protect them, and got everything moved in just 15 minutes over the initial estimate.”
Ashley DavisVerified ReviewerGoogle“They arrived on time, handled all of my belongings with exceptional care, and everything arrived at my new home in perfect condition without a single scratch.”
Magen TaslimVerified ReviewerGoogle“Seiit and Uka were super nice and patient. They were quick and careful with all my things and helped set up my new apartment.”
ใใVerified ReviewerGoogle“Alex and Victor did not stop! They were polite and helpful, and I would definitely use them again.”
T BondVerified ReviewerGoogle
What mixed reviewers say
“Nothing was broken and my leather couch was handled very well. They were professional and nice, but a two-hour estimate became six hours and the price rose from $400 to $1,200.”
AbigailVerified ReviewerGoogle“The movers were on time, but one stayed on the phone and they hit walls and doors. We are still looking for screws from a TV stand; thankfully, no furniture was damaged.”
Daniele Da Silva RodriguesVerified ReviewerGoogle“The crew arrived when promised and worked professionally, but fragile boxes were stacked under heavy items, damaging furniture and dishes.”
YelpVerified Reviewer “The movers were courteous but lacked experience with heavy furniture, scratched a sofa, and struggled with a dresser because its drawers were not removed.”
GoogleVerified Reviewer
Most common complaints about BoxStar Movers
Misplaced or lost items
In some cases, belongings went missing or were delivered to the wrong location.
Poor packing quality
Subpar packing techniques by BoxStar Movers led to crushed boxes or damaged goods for some clients.
Hard-to-resolve claims
Customers found it difficult to file or finalize claims for damaged or lost items.
What negative reviewers say
“The move took 13 hours, and 90% of our belongings were left in the garage, basement, and main floor instead of their marked bedrooms. A month later, I was still relocating boxes.”
Nicole FineganVerified ReviewerGoogle“Furniture and kitchen items were damaged. After I filed a claim, I was told someone would respond within 7โ10 days, but five weeks passed without a response despite two follow-up calls.”
Michelle LuVerified ReviewerGoogle“Wine glasses were packed on their sides, and about half shattered. Other fragile items were placed under heavier things, while many boxes were poorly filled and collapsed.”
GoogleVerified Reviewer “After the move, at least $5,000 worth of belongings, including jewelry, clothing, kitchenware, and a painting, were reported missing; the company offered $250.”
YelpVerified Reviewer

BoxStar Movers
4.50Arlington, VASince 2021
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BoxStar Movers
4.50
Arlington, VA ยท Since 2021
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What services does BoxStar Movers offer?
BoxStar Movers offers full-service moving, labor-only loading help, local moves, and long-distance moves, with hourly rates from $145.
Services offered
Is BoxStar Movers licensed and insured?
Federally licensed, operating authority active
US DOT 3455884 Check on SAFER
Verified against the FMCSA, not by moveBuddha
Yes, BoxStar Movers is registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration under US DOT number 3455884, as BOXSTAR MOVING SERVICES LLC, and its operating status is currently active. It also holds a Virginia intrastate license, number 784.
Insurance is a separate question, and one this profile cannot settle: moveBuddha does not receive carriers' insurance filings, so nothing here confirms what cover BoxStar Movers holds. Ask for a certificate of insurance before you book.
- State license number
- 784Issued by Virginia. Covers moves within the state, which the FMCSA does not
- Registered legal name
- BOXSTAR MOVING SERVICES LLCThe 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
- 7Power units reported to the FMCSA
- Miles driven
- 150,000Reported to the FMCSA for 2025
- Roadside inspections
- 0Recorded by the FMCSA
- FMCSA record last updated
- June 2026
How much does BoxStar Movers cost?
BoxStar Movers lists an hourly rate of $145, above the Virginia average of $137/hr. At that rate, a studio or 1-bedroom move (3โ5 hours with 2 movers) would come to about $450โ$750. Larger homes need more movers and hours: totals from similar movers typically run $850โ$1,750 for a 2-3 bedroom, and $1,700โ$3,400 for a 4+ bedroom home. Long-distance (500-1,000 mi) 2-3 bedroom moves from similar movers typically run $4,500โ$7,500.
What similar movers typically bill for a local move
Full-service Virginia moving companies similar to BoxStar Movers typically bill the amounts below using a $137/hr rate for a 2-person crew and scaling up for larger homes that need more movers and hours.
| Home size | Typical total | Time and crew |
|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $400โ$750 | 3โ5 hours, 2 movers |
| 2-3 bedrooms | $850โ$1,750 | 5โ8 hours, 2โ3 movers |
| 4+ bedrooms | $1,700โ$3,400 | 8โ12 hours, 3โ4 movers |
What similar movers typically bill for a long-distance move
BoxStar Movers is licensed for interstate moves, which are typically priced by weight and distance. Ranges below reflect totals from similar full-service Virginia moving companies.
| Home size | Distance | Typical total |
|---|---|---|
| 2-3 bedrooms | 500โ1,000 mi | $4,500โ$7,500 |
| 4+ bedrooms | 500โ1,000 mi | $7,000โ$11,500 |
What payment options and discounts does BoxStar Movers offer?
- Accepts
- Credit Cards
- Deposit
- Not listed, so ask
- Discounts
- MilitaryMover’s own offer
BoxStar Movers accepts credit cards. Deposit policies vary by mover, so ask whether one is required when you request a quote.
BoxStar Movers also offers a military discount. It also lists: 0% APR move-now-pay-later financing; free packing materials and early supply delivery; free bonus junk haul-away when truck space remains after loading. Ask what you qualify for and how much you could save before you book.
How BoxStar Movers compares with the top 10 Arlington movers
BoxStar Movers places second among the top 10 movers in Arlington, in the top three with a moveBuddha score of 4.50 out of 5, 0.06 points behind Mighty Movers LLC and level on score with Hilldrup but with more reviews. BoxStar Movers has more reviews than any of them, at 1,326. BoxStar Movers has a review quality score higher than eight of the ten, but an industry experience score that trails nine of the ten.
The ten highest-scoring local movers near Arlington, by moveBuddha score.
| # | Mover | Score | Reviews | Yelp | BBB | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mighty Movers LLCHerndon | 4.56 | 419 | 4.4 | 4.2 | C- |
| 2 | BoxStar MoversThis mover ยท ranks #2 | 4.50 | 1,326 | 5.0 | 4.8 | A+ |
| 3 | HilldrupDulles | 4.50 | 227 | 4.9 | 1.5 | A+ |
| 4 | National Capital MoversGaithersburg | 4.44 | 234 | 4.7 | 3.7 | A+ |
| 5 | BestMovers LLCArlington | 4.38 | 117 | 4.8 | 4.1 | A+ |
| 6 | TWO MEN AND A TRUCKAlexandria | 4.36 | 765 | 4.3 | 3.2 | A+ |
| 7 | Georgetown Moving and Storage CompanyArlington | 4.34 | 312 | 4.2 | 2.6 | D- |
| 8 | Best Movers Falls ChurchFalls Church | 4.30 | 560 | 4.9 | 4.7 | A+ |
| 9 | Elite MoversSterling | 4.30 | 135 | 4.8 | 4.7 | A+ |
| 10 | My Guys Moving & Storage IncArlington | 4.26 | 7 | 5.0 | 1.5 | A+ |
| 11 | AP Pro Moving LLCArlington | 4.12 | 130 | 5.0 | 5.0 | F |
How does BoxStar Movers compare to other Virginia movers?
moveBuddha score#11 of 304(better than average)
4.50vs 3.66 avg
BoxStar Movers scores 4.50, above the Virginia average of 3.66, and ranks #11 of 304 Virginia movers.
- Positive reviews#47 of 304(better than average)
99%vs 89% avg
BoxStar Movers has 99% positive reviews, above the Virginia average of 89%, and ranks #47 of 304 Virginia movers.
- Negative reviews#45 of 304(better than average)
1%vs 10% avg
BoxStar Movers has 1% negative reviews, below the Virginia average of 10%, and ranks #45 of 304 Virginia movers. A lower percentage is better.
- Reviews analyzed#11 of 304(better than average)
1,326vs 321 avg
BoxStar Movers has 1,326 reviews analyzed, above the Virginia average of 321, and ranks #11 of 304 Virginia movers.
- Yelp rating#10 of 304(better than average)
4.8vs 3.3 avg
BoxStar Movers has a Yelp rating of 4.8, above the Virginia average of 3.3, and ranks #10 of 304 Virginia movers.
- Years in business#77 of 304(worse than average)
5 yearsvs 22 years avg
BoxStar Movers has been in business for 5 years, below the Virginia average of 22 years, and ranks #77 of 304 Virginia movers.
| Metric | This moverBoxStar Movers | Virginia avg | Virginia rank | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| moveBuddha score#11 of 304 in Virginia | 4.50 | 3.66 | #11 of 304 | +0.84(better than average) |
| Positive reviews#47 of 304 in Virginia | 99% | 89% | #47 of 304 | +10 pts(better than average) |
| Negative reviewsLower is better#45 of 304 in Virginia | 1% | 10% | #45 of 304 | โ9 pts(better than average) |
| Reviews analyzed#11 of 304 in Virginia | 1,326 | 321 | #11 of 304 | +1,005(better than average) |
| Yelp rating#10 of 304 in Virginia | 4.8 | 3.3 | #10 of 304 | +1.5(better than average) |
| Years in business#77 of 304 in Virginia | 5 years | 22 years | #77 of 304 | โ17(worse than average) |
Compared with 304 Virginia movers with moveBuddha profiles. Rank #1 is the best in Virginia.

BoxStar Movers
4.50Arlington, VASince 2021
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 BoxStar Movers, then see how it compares with other top-rated movers in Arlington.
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See where BoxStar Movers lands against similar movers.
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BoxStar Movers
4.50
Arlington, VA ยท Since 2021
Final verdict: BoxStar Movers
BoxStar Movers earns a 4.50/5 moveBuddha Score and ranks #2 among Arlington movers, with 99% positive feedback across 1,326 customer reviews.
Customers consistently praise its efficient service and quick moving process. It is best for customers prioritizing helpful crews, careful handling of belongings, and reliable service experience.
With 7 trucks and a track record dating to 2021, it has less history than the average Virginia mover, and the most common complaint is misplaced or lost items.
All ratings reflect moveBuddha's analysis updated October 2026, based on independent research and verified customer reviews.

BoxStar Movers
4.50
Arlington, VA ยท Since 2021
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Contact BoxStar Movers
- Phone
- (202) 843-9181
- Website
- boxstarmovers.com
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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.











