Boston Best Rate Movers, Boston, MA (2025 Review)

Ryan Carrigan

Last Updated: Jun 20, 2025
5 min read

Boston Best Rate Movers

252R Calvary St,
Waltham, MA 02453

Customer Praise

Efficient service (41%)
Professional and polite staff (38%)
Careful handling (34%)

Customer Complaints

Damage to items (15%)
Unexpected charges (10%)
Delayed arrival or delivery (8%)

Review Analysis

Boston Best Rate Movers earns applause for its swift, careful, and professional moving teams. Out of 248 pieces of customer feedback, 96% praised factors like efficiency, attention to detail, professionalism, timely arrivals, and budget-friendly rates. Customers often highlight careful wrapping, fast-paced teams, courteous staff, and straightforward pricing that rarely incurs surprises. Users also welcome the ease of the booking process and the respectful treatment of property—qualities that place BBRM ahead of many local competitors. Only a handful of reviewers express frustration with unexpected costs, item damage, or unsatisfactory complaint resolution, noting higher-than-expected bills, difficult claims processes, or unresolved breakage issues. Even so, Boston Best Rate Movers consistently delivers an experience that exceeds expectations for reliability and service quality compared to other movers in the Boston area.

Get a Quote (617) 787-3528

Services

Local Moves
Intrastate moves
Interstate moves
Full-service packing
Fragile-only packing
Labor-only help
Custom crating
Climate-controlled storage
Office moves
Small moves
Full-valuation coverage
Instant email quote

Company info

Years in Business: 19
DOT #: 1718049
FMCSA Rating: None (Updated 2025-06-17)
Number of trucks: 6
Miles Driven: 30 (2024)
No deposit required
Pay by credit card
Ask for special discounts and offers

Note: If you're moving out of state, check out our list of the best long distance movers in Massachusetts.

Cost to move with Boston Best Rate Movers

On average, the cost to hire movers in Massachusetts is $101 an hour.

You could pay more or less with Boston Best Rate Movers depending on the specific details of your move. For an estimate of your move costs you can use our Moving Cost Calculator.

Compare with other Boston-area movers

Company	Quote	Rating
most popular Boston Best Rate Movers	Get A Quote	5 overall rating
most popular Safe Responsible Movers	Get A Quote	4.42 overall rating
most popular Continental Moving	Get A Quote	4.24 overall rating
Esquire Moving & Storage	Get A Quote	4.96 overall rating
Oscar's Moving Company, LLC	Get A Quote	4.96 overall rating

Moving out of Massachusetts?

If you are moving from Boston, MA, to another state, finding a company that is well-versed in interstate relocations is key to having as stress-free an experience as possible.

The top interstate movers understand the particular logistics involved in out-of-state relocations and have the equipment and manpower to safely and efficiently move your belongings across state lines.

Company	Quote	Rating
Safeway Moving	Get A Quote	4.85 / 5
Mayzlin Relocation	Get A Quote	4.9 / 5
American Van Lines	Get A Quote	4.5 / 5

Cost to move out of Massachusetts

If you're moving out of state, here are some sample moving quotes:

Massachusetts to New York: $298 – $4,774
Massachusetts to California: $2,108 – $9,862
Massachusetts to Illinois: $890 – $7,476
Massachusetts to Texas: $1,474 – $8,324
Massachusetts to Arizona: $1,824 – $9,364

Click here to see all popular moving routes.

FAQ

Is Boston Best Rate Movers properly licensed?

Moving companies in Massachusetts are required to obtain a license from the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities – Transportation Oversight Division to provide local and intrastate moving services in

Massachusetts movers must carry adequate cargo insurance and publicly file their tariffs required to list the services they provide and the cost for each.

The state license number for Boston Best Rate Movers is: 31391 , USDOT #: 1718049.

You can also use their state regulator website to look up their active status.

Does Boston Best Rate Movers have any additional locations outside of Boston?

We were only able to find this location for Boston Best Rate Movers.

Is Boston Best Rate Movers Associated with a van line?

Van lines are networks of local movers that operate separately but under the same umbrella of a multi-state organization. It's not as complicated as it sounds. Learn what van lines are.

Boston Best Rate Movers functions as an independent moving company. They are not affiliated with a van line company.

Should you negotiate with Boston movers?

While haggling over moving costs isn't typically effective, there are still ways to save. Many companies offer ongoing moving discounts for groups like seniors, military personnel, and students, as well as special offers for early-bird reservations.

Getting quotes from multiple companies will also allow you to inquire about price matching. Some movers will honor lower quotes from competitors, so it doesn’t hurt to ask — and be ready to show estimates from other companies.

How do I choose a Boston moving company?

To choose the best moving company for you, start by researching reputable movers in Boston. You'll want to be on the lookout for companies with mostly positive customer reviews, valid licenses, and comprehensive insurance to ensure your belongings are protected. Beyond that, you’ll want to make sure they can handle the type of move you need.

Ask for detailed moving quotes from at least three companies to compare services, pricing, and availability. A reliable Boston moving company will be one that offers transparent pricing, excellent communication, and a proven track record of successful moves.