Student Movers Review 2026 (Murrieta, CA)
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75%
across 101 reviews
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3.3/5
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Student Movers is a 3.3/5-rated California full-service mover. Student Movers earns 75% positive reviews across 101 verified customer reviews. The company holds active FMCSA registration and operates 12 trucks. All ratings reflect moveBuddha's independent analysis.
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Student Movers at a glance
- Scale: 12 trucks operating across California
- Industry experience: 3/5
- Customer service: 3/5
- Review quality: 3.5/5
- Quote accuracy: 3.86/5
Student Movers' services
- Full-service moving
- Packing
- Labor-only moving: Offered by 26% of Murrieta movers (31% nationally)
- Interstate moving
- Local (intrastate) moving
- Storage: Offered by 56% of Murrieta movers (63% nationally)
- Piano moving: A specialty offered by 40% of Murrieta movers (42% nationally)
What this Student Movers review covers
Helpful movers
Friendly and approachable staff
Professional and polite staff
Quick response times
Efficient service
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Company stats
Read full reviewIndustry experience 3.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Student Movers has been in business for many years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 3.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Student Movers has about 75% positive reviews across roughly 101 total reviews.
Quote accuracy 3.8
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Student Movers, and Student Movers makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 3.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Student Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
These guys were fantastic. Very professional and respectful. Most importantly they listened to helpful input. Shawn definitely went the extra mile.
Great experience!! The guys were efficient, friendly and very professional! They were expert at utilizing the space we had to work with.
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What do customers say about Student Movers?
Student Movers pulls in 75% positive reviews out of 101 verified ratings from multiple platforms, 22% negative, and 3% neutral.
What customers like most about Student Movers
- Helpful movers: Movers were more than just muscle—they offered guidance and went above and beyond to assist customers.
- Friendly and approachable staff: Many customers felt at ease working with the courteous and personable team at Student Movers.
- Professional and polite staff: Customers say the Student Movers's crews and service representatives handled their move professionally and were friendly and helpful throughout the move.
- Quick response times: Customer support at Student Movers was often noted for responding to questions or concerns almost immediately
- Efficient service: Many customers praise Student Movers for completing moves smoothly and with minimal downtime.
Most common complaints about Student Movers
- Unfriendly or rude staff: A few customers felt disrespected by curt or unhelpful movers or office staff.
- Higher-than-expected costs: Final bills were occasionally much higher than initial estimates, upsetting customers.
- Damage to items: Some customers reported that items were damaged during packing or loading.
Positive Student Movers Reviews
SirFelix, Google
These guys were fantastic. Very professional and respectful. Most importantly they listened to helpful input. Shawn definitely went the extra mile.
Hope Children's Center Temecula, Google
Great experience!! The guys were efficient, friendly and very professional! They were expert at utilizing the space we had to work with.
Sandra Fuller, Google
The office called me early the day before my move date to confirm... The movers called the prior evening as well. They showed up on time (actually early).
Negative Student Movers Reviews
rachel acfalle, Google
Extremely rude. The customer service lady hung up on me!
FRED LIEBEL, Google
These guys wanted to charge me up to $150 for the certificate... They called me all freaked out and cancelled my reservation.
garmar4u, Google
Good communication, they were on time. They damaged my dryer, damaged my floor, broke some furniture and didn’t even bother to tell us. Will never use them again.
Neutral Student Movers Reviews
Jared Bregen, Google
Not the best, took apart my master bed to move it but didnt bother to tell me they didn't tighten the frame when they put the mattress back on. Price wasn't bad, and they got the job done.
Teresa Livesay, Google
I had not received an email or voicemail, so I was worried due to the lack of connecting—just kept getting a text response. Shawn did call me back this evening.
Mike Bebout, Google
This company moved me in early July. The customer service is lacking to say the least. Can't recommend this company.
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Is Student Movers licensed & insured?
Yes. Student Movers is FMCSA-registered and active, operating under the legal name STUDENT MOVERS INC. The company runs 12 trucks. moveBuddha verifies all licensing data directly against FMCSA records.
| Credential | Status | Verified |
|---|---|---|
| FMCSA registration | Active | 10/22/2026 |
| Fleet size | 12 power units | 10/22/2026 |
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How moveBuddha rated Student Movers
Student Movers earns a 3.3/5 composite rating based on moveBuddha's editorial rating categories. That's below the 3.6/5 average among Murrieta movers. moveBuddha's research team rates each category independently, and each one measures a different aspect of mover quality.
| Rating category | Student Movers | What it measures |
|---|---|---|
| Industry experience | 3/5 | Years in operation, fleet size & locations |
| Review quality | 3.5/5 | Volume & sentiment of customer reviews |
| Customer service | 3/5 | Communication clarity & crew professionalism |
| Quote accuracy | 3.86/5 | Estimate vs. final invoice on sample moves |
| Google reviews | 3/5 | Google Business Profile rating & review volume |
| Yelp reviews | 3/5 | Yelp rating & review volume |
| BBB | 3/5 | The company's BBB letter grade (A–F) & complaint resolution history (translated to a corresponding numerical score) |
| Brand | 3/5 | Market presence & industry recognition |
Our summary of Student Movers
Fast hands, friendly service, and serious office problems define Student Movers’ customer feedback. Of 101 reviews analyzed, 76 were positive, representing 75.2% of all input; 22 were negative and 3 were neutral. Positive customers praised helpful crews, friendly and professional conduct, quick confirmations or arrivals, efficient packing, careful handling, and fair pricing. Several said the teams worked faster than movers they had hired before, rescued moves after another company failed to appear, and made stressful jobs easier. Negative feedback centered on rude phone interactions, no-shows, late arrivals, incomplete work, charges above quoted or expected amounts, and damage to furniture, floors, cars, and appliances. Compared with other movers cited by customers, Student Movers earned stronger praise for speed, value, and booking ease, while some dissatisfied customers chose competitors after cancellations, billing disputes, or damaged belongings. Better office accountability would help match the field crews’ performance.
Ratings based on moveBuddha's research methodology, updated October 2026.
How much does Student Movers cost?
Student Movers does not publish standard hourly rates or flat-fee pricing publicly. Movers in Murrieta charge an average of $131/hour, though rates vary by company. Quote pricing depends on home size, distance, packing services, and time of year. To get an accurate estimate, request a quote directly or use moveBuddha's cost calculator below.
Estimated for a typical 2-3 bedroom California move
$990 – $2,286
How does Student Movers compare to other Murrieta movers?
Student Movers ranks alongside the top full-service movers in Murrieta on moveBuddha's editorial scoring. The table below compares ratings, positive review rates, and years in business across the top Murrieta movers.
| Company | Our rating | Positive reviews | BBB | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|
4.58 |
88% | A+ | ||
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4.5 |
77% | A+ | ||
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4.44 |
80% | A+ | ||
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4.36 |
76% | A+ | ||
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4.34 |
88% | N/A | ||
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4.26 |
100% | A+ | ||
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4.62 |
88% | A+ | ||
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4.5 |
94% | A+ | ||
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4.44 |
95% | A+ | ||
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4.48 |
99% | B- |
Final verdict: Student Movers
Student Movers earns a 3.3/5 moveBuddha score, backed by 75% positive customer reviews across 101 verified reviews. Student Movers has built a reputation for helpful movers and friendly and approachable staff, making it worth a look for your California move.
All ratings reflect moveBuddha's analysis updated October 2026, based on independent research and verified customer reviews.
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FAQs about Student Movers
Does Student Movers offer labor-only moving?
Yes, Student Movers offers labor-only moving for customers who rent their own truck or container. Only 26% of Murrieta movers offer this service, compared to 31% nationally.
What services does Student Movers offer?
Student Movers is a full-service mover operating in California. The company operates 12 trucks. Confirm specific services like packing, storage, and specialty item handling directly when requesting a quote.
Is Student Movers a legitimate, licensed mover?
Yes, Student Movers is FMCSA-registered and active, operating 12 trucks. You can verify their licensing status on the California state regulator database.
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