Simple Moves review 2026 (St. Louis, MO)
In business since 2001 · Updated
Simple Moves is a St. Louis, MO mover ranked #3 of 10 St. Louis movers and #4 of 126 in Missouri with a 4.56/5 rating. It is one of the 10 top-ranked movers in Missouri.
88% of Simple Moves' 1,403 verified customer reviews are positive. Customers most often praise its affordable rates, while the most common complaint involves damage to items.
Simple Moves has been in business since 2001. Ratings reflect moveBuddha’s independent analysis of customer reviews and FMCSA records.
How Simple Moves measures up
Across 1,403 reviews, Simple Moves in St. Louis, MO is rated 4.7/5 on Google (1,138 reviews) and 3.7/5 on Yelp (238 reviews), and has an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.
Simple Moves ranks #4 out of 126 movers in Missouri with a moveBuddha Score of 4.56 out of 5.
What goes into our score
Each category is scored out of 5. The line shows the overall score of 4.56.
- Customer service
- 5.0
- Industry experience
- 4.7
- Brand
- 4.5
- Review quality
- 4.5
- Website
- 4.0
Google rating
Based on 1,138 reviews
Yelp rating
Based on 238 reviews
Better Business Bureau
Based on BBB profile
Is Simple Moves moveBuddha Certified?
Simple Moves 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. Simple Moves 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 Simple Moves?
Out of 1,403 verified reviews, 88% of customers left a positive review about Simple Moves in St. Louis, MO. 10.9% of reviews are negative and 1% are neutral. Simple Moves matches the average Missouri moving company's positive review percentage (88% vs the Missouri state average of 88%).
- Positive88.1%(1,236)
- Neutral1%(14)
- Negative10.9%(153)
Based on 1,403 reviews across Google, Yelp, and other review sites.
What customers like about Simple Moves
Affordable rates
Many reviewers found Simple Moves to be more budget-friendly than competitors without sacrificing quality.
Quick moving process
The team at Simple Moves often gets the job done faster than expected, saving clients time.
Efficient service
Many customers praise Simple Moves for completing moves smoothly and with minimal downtime.
Respectful of property
Customers appreciated how carefully Simple Moves'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 Simple Moves's attention to detail.
What positive reviewers say
“Great and Fast service from Carlos Sr. and Carlos Jr. They were very nice and careful with our big items! The price ended up being even better than we thought with less than what our estimate stated.”
Jenna DamoreVerified ReviewerGoogle“Simple Moves is always dependable. We have used them over the years for small to medium moves. They show up on time, keep you informed, and treat your property with respect. And their rates are extremely reasonable.”
Mimi FisterVerified ReviewerGoogle“We are very pleased with the professionalism and utmost care of our two glass curio cabinets and grandfather clock. Every item was bundled and handled even better than I imagined.”
Doug BrolemanVerified ReviewerGoogle“The moving crew was excellent -arrived right on time, moved quickly and carefully with all our belongings. Would definitely use them again!”
Avigail RosenzweigVerified ReviewerGoogle
What mixed reviewers say
“I am pleased with their service, but I do not appreciate being reminded TWO TIMES to tip the movers. I consider that very unprofessional.”
Ed FrankeVerified ReviewerGoogle“Morning of the move they came with 1 less man and a smaller truck than previously discussed. This caused problems. Crew were polite and helpful.”
Robert AdamsVerified ReviewerGoogle“Great moving experience and fair price. But something small was damaged and it has been two weeks now and still trying to get it replaced.”
Jeff MillerVerified ReviewerGoogle“We had a date and time window set for the move, but they were running behind. They never showed, then called to say they could not make it. The next-day crew was on time, fast, efficient, and reliable.”
Pat MVerified ReviewerGoogle
Most common complaints about Simple Moves
Damage to items
Some customers reported that items were damaged during packing or loading.
Unprofessional behavior
Complaints included movers using foul language, showing up late, or acting inappropriately.
Delayed arrival or delivery
Several reviewers experienced frustrating delays either on moving day or with final delivery.
What negative reviewers say
“The movers who showed up reeked of weed, they chipped multiple doors, and also clogged my toilet without fixing it. The company offered a 15 min credit and was quite rude and unresponsive.”
John RVerified ReviewerGoogle“The previous time I hired Simple Moves, the service was satisfactory. This time, part of the wood frame on a dresser was shattered, a chest leg was damaged, and more than 12 glass and ceramic items broke.”
John BrazealVerified ReviewerGoogle“We were notified 2.5 hours into the move that they would have to stop packing the truck to ensure they would be on-time to their next appointment. At least a third of our storage unit was still full.”
Leslie BlockVerified ReviewerGoogle“Although the movers were professional and knew what they were doing, their schedule was so tight that day they arrived at least five hours late. My elderly mother waited in an empty apartment without her oxygen tank or furniture.”
Cindy McLaughlinVerified ReviewerGoogle
Simple Moves
4.56St. Louis, MOSince 2001
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Simple Moves
4.56
St. Louis, MO · Since 2001
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What services does Simple Moves offer?
Simple Moves is a labor-only long-distance mover in St. Louis, MO, listing 6 services on moveBuddha, including small moves, packing materials, and storage.
Services offered
Is Simple Moves licensed and insured?
Registered with the FMCSA
US DOT 1653733. Operating status is not on this profile. Check on SAFER
Verified against the FMCSA, not by moveBuddha
Simple Moves is registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration under US DOT number 1653733. It also holds a Missouri intrastate license, number 1653733.
Insurance is a separate question, and one this profile cannot settle: moveBuddha does not receive carriers' insurance filings, so nothing here confirms what cover Simple Moves holds. Ask for a certificate of insurance before you book.
- State license number
- 1653733Issued by Missouri. Covers moves within the state, which the FMCSA does not
- 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 Simple Moves cost?
Simple Moves lists an hourly rate of $145, above the Missouri average of $135/hr. At that rate, a studio or 1-bedroom move (3–5 hours with 2 movers) would come to about $450–$750. Larger homes need more movers and hours: totals from similar movers typically run $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 Missouri moving companies similar to Simple Moves typically bill the amounts below using a $135/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 | $400–$750 | 3–5 hours, 2 movers |
| 2-3 bedrooms | $850–$1,750 | 5–8 hours, 2–3 movers |
| 4+ bedrooms | $1,700–$3,400 | 8–12 hours, 3–4 movers |
What similar movers typically bill for a long-distance move
Simple Moves offers interstate moves, which are typically priced by weight and distance. Ranges below reflect totals from similar full-service Missouri moving companies.
| Home size | Distance | Typical total |
|---|---|---|
| 2-3 bedrooms | 500–1,000 mi | $4,500–$7,500 |
| 4+ bedrooms | 500–1,000 mi | $7,000–$11,500 |
What payment options and discounts does Simple Moves offer?
- Accepts
- Credit Cards
- Deposit
- Not listed, so ask
- Discounts
- Military
Simple Moves accepts credit cards. Deposit policies vary by mover, so ask whether one is required when you request a quote.
Simple Moves also offers a military discount. Ask what you qualify for and how much you could save before you book.
How Simple Moves compares with the top 9 St. Louis movers
With a moveBuddha score of 4.56 out of 5, Simple Moves places third when ranked against the nine highest-scoring St. Louis moving companies, just behind McGuire Moving and Storage and level on score with Cord Moving and Storage but with more reviews. Where Simple Moves falls behind is website, with a website score that trails eight of the nine.
The nine highest-scoring local movers near St. Louis, by moveBuddha score.
| # | Mover | Score | Reviews | Yelp | BBB | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | All My Sons Moving & StorageSt. Louis | 4.62 | 2,889 | 4.3 | 1.3 | A+ |
| 2 | McGuire Moving and StorageSt. Louis | 4.58 | 152 | 4.4 | 3.6 | A+ |
| 3 | Simple MovesThis mover · ranks #3 | 4.56 | 1,403 | 4.7 | 3.7 | A+ |
| 4 | Cord Moving and StorageEarth city | 4.56 | 422 | 4.6 | 2.8 | A+ |
| 5 | Federal CompaniesHazelwood | 4.56 | 301 | 4.6 | 2.1 | A+ |
| 6 | ABC Quality Moving & StorageSt. Louis | 4.56 | 273 | 4.6 | 3.4 | A+ |
| 7 | Arch MovingSt Ann | 4.52 | 1,591 | 4.7 | 2.9 | A+ |
| 8 | TWO MEN AND A TRUCKSt. Louis | 4.44 | 3,638 | 4.8 | 2.8 | A+ |
| 9 | College Hunks Hauling Junk & MovingSt. Louis | 4.42 | 4,666 | 4.9 | 3.5 | B- |
| 10 | Bellhop MovingSt. Louis | 4.12 | 484 | 4.5 | 3.3 | — |
How does Simple Moves compare to other Missouri movers?
- moveBuddha score#4 of 126(better than average)
4.56vs 3.75 avg
Simple Moves scores 4.56, above the Missouri average of 3.75, and ranks #4 of 126 Missouri movers.
- Positive reviews#64 of 126(level with average)
88%vs 88% avg
Simple Moves has 88% positive reviews, in line with the Missouri average of 88%, and ranks #64 of 126 Missouri movers.
- Negative reviews#63 of 126(level with average)
11%vs 11% avg
Simple Moves has 11% negative reviews, in line with the Missouri average of 11%, and ranks #63 of 126 Missouri movers. A lower percentage is better.
- Reviews analyzed#9 of 126(better than average)
1,403vs 485 avg
Simple Moves has 1,403 reviews analyzed, above the Missouri average of 485, and ranks #9 of 126 Missouri movers.
- Yelp rating#13 of 126(better than average)
3.7vs 3.2 avg
Simple Moves has a Yelp rating of 3.7, above the Missouri average of 3.2, and ranks #13 of 126 Missouri movers.
- BBB rating#5 of 126(better than average)
A+vs A avg
Simple Moves has a BBB rating of A+, above the Missouri average of A, and ranks #5 of 126 Missouri movers.
- Years in business#26 of 126(worse than average)
25 yearsvs 30 years avg
Simple Moves has been in business for 25 years, below the Missouri average of 30 years, and ranks #26 of 126 Missouri movers.
| Metric | This moverSimple Moves | Missouri avg | Missouri rank | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| moveBuddha score#4 of 126 in Missouri | 4.56 | 3.75 | #4 of 126 | +0.81(better than average) |
| Positive reviews#64 of 126 in Missouri | 88% | 88% | #64 of 126 | ±0 pts |
| Negative reviewsLower is better#63 of 126 in Missouri | 11% | 11% | #63 of 126 | ±0 pts |
| Reviews analyzed#9 of 126 in Missouri | 1,403 | 485 | #9 of 126 | +918(better than average) |
| Yelp rating#13 of 126 in Missouri | 3.7 | 3.2 | #13 of 126 | +0.5(better than average) |
| BBB rating#5 of 126 in Missouri | A+ | A | #5 of 126 | +1 step(better than average) |
| Years in business#26 of 126 in Missouri | 25 years | 30 years | #26 of 126 | −5(worse than average) |
Compared with 126 Missouri movers with moveBuddha profiles. Rank #1 is the best in Missouri.
Simple Moves
4.56St. Louis, MOSince 2001
Save more than 30% on average by comparing movers before you book.
Save more than 30% on average
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Simple Moves
4.56
St. Louis, MO · Since 2001
Final verdict: Simple Moves
Simple Moves earns a 4.56/5 moveBuddha Score and ranks #3 among St. Louis movers, with 88% positive feedback across 1,403 customer reviews.
Customers consistently praise its affordable rates and quick moving process. It is best for customers prioritizing careful handling of belongings, efficient moves, and reliable service experience.
With a track record dating to 2001, it has less history than the average Missouri mover, and the most common complaint is damage to items.
All ratings reflect moveBuddha's analysis updated November 2026, based on independent research and verified customer reviews.
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