Next Stop Movers review 2026 (Raleigh, NC)
In business since 2021 · Updated
Next Stop Movers is a Raleigh, NC mover ranked #6 of 16 Raleigh movers and #47 of 313 in North Carolina with a 4.38/5 rating.
96% of Next Stop Movers' 724 verified customer reviews are positive. Customers most often praise its respect for property, while the most common complaint involves damage to items.
In business since 2021, Next Stop Movers holds active FMCSA registration (USDOT #3619230) and operates 6 trucks. Ratings reflect moveBuddha’s independent analysis of customer reviews and FMCSA records.
How Next Stop Movers measures up
Across 724 reviews, Next Stop Movers in Raleigh, NC is rated 4.9/5 on Google (674 reviews) and 5/5 on Yelp (6 reviews), and has an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.
Next Stop Movers ranks #47 out of 313 movers in North Carolina with a moveBuddha Score of 4.38 out of 5.
What goes into our score
Each category is scored out of 5. The line shows the overall score of 4.38.
- Brand
- 5.0
- Website
- 5.0
- Customer service
- 5.0
- Industry experience
- 4.4
- Review quality
- 4.2
Google rating
Based on 674 reviews
Yelp rating
Based on 6 reviews
Better Business Bureau
Based on BBB profile
Is Next Stop Movers moveBuddha Certified?
Next Stop 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. Next Stop 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 Next Stop Movers?
Out of 724 verified reviews, 96% of customers left a positive review about Next Stop Movers in Raleigh, NC. 2.9% of reviews are negative and 0.8% are neutral. Next Stop Movers has a 5% higher positive review percentage than the average North Carolina moving company (96% vs the North Carolina state average of 91%).
- Positive96.3%(697)
- Neutral0.8%(6)
- Negative2.9%(21)
Based on 724 reviews across Google, Yelp, and other review sites.
What customers like about Next Stop Movers
Respectful of property
Customers appreciated how carefully Next Stop Movers's team maneuvered furniture through tight spaces without damaging walls or floors.
Flexibility
Clients liked that Next Stop Movers was willing to adjust schedules or accommodate last-minute changes.
Careful handling
Belongings are treated with caution, and many customers report zero damage thanks to Next Stop Movers's attention to detail.
Good communication
Reviewers frequently mention clear, consistent updates from Next Stop Movers throughout the moving process.
Friendly and approachable staff
Many customers felt at ease working with the courteous and personable team at Next Stop Movers.
What positive reviewers say
“They protected our walls with cardboard around the stairs to ensure our walls would not get damaged. I've never seen a moving company take that much care to protect our walls.”
Katherine GreenVerified ReviewerGoogle“Used Next Stop Movers for a last minute move. They were extremely flexible and efficient. They were wonderful to work with.”
Colin SchimelfenigVerified ReviewerGoogle“Next Stop Movers made my out-of-state move incredibly smooth and stress-free. James and his crew were courteous, professional, and highly efficient from start to finish. They handled every item with great care.”
Kevin SanfordVerified ReviewerGoogle“Great communication setting up the move. Great follow ups and letting me know when they were on their way, but thankfully not too many notifications. During the move, quick, efficient, nice.”
Lucie StricklandVerified ReviewerGoogle“They were very respectful. Took care of all our furnishings. Would recommend Next Stop to anyone looking for good folks to do a perfect job.”
George RoseVerified ReviewerGoogle
What mixed reviewers say
“Henry and Marcelle were the best and went above and beyond. When it came to unloading, the leg was broken, the dry hutch was damaged and a chair was cracked.”
Charlene EnnemoserVerified ReviewerGoogle“The box taping was horribly done. I somehow paid more with less items than when I moved the previous 2 times.”
New PalmVerified ReviewerGoogle“Chadd and Darione were our movers and they were excellent. Friendly and made a stressful day so easy. We had a loss of a piece of furniture.”
DCMVerified ReviewerGoogle“The crew were very nice to work with and pricing was lower compared to others. Unfortunately some items were damaged. Also not all the furniture was reassembled properly.”
Roy AshleyVerified ReviewerGoogle
Most common complaints about Next Stop Movers
Damage to items
Some customers reported that items were damaged during packing or loading.
Unexpected charges
Hidden fees or surprise costs caused dissatisfaction among some Next Stop Movers clients.
Misplaced or lost items
In some cases, belongings went missing or were delivered to the wrong location.
What negative reviewers say
“2 days after the move, we discovered that they broke our TV, and I could tell they weren't very careful with furniture. They didn't bother wrapping our metal bed frame and ran into walls.”
Jonathan WilliamsVerified ReviewerGoogle“The guaranteed price was not honored. Showed up in a rental truck. They said it would be significantly more than promised if they wrapped everything but that would take longer and cost more.”
David LafontaineVerified ReviewerGoogle“The employees are very nice and courteous. They did however manage to loose/keep our office chair, and break our 85 ince brand new television and offered 60 cents a pound.”
Acie VincentVerified ReviewerGoogle“My dining room table top was ruined, my piano was badly scratched, multiple bubble-wrapped vases and pitchers were broken, my console table was damaged, and they also broke my treadmill.”
Jennifer BadalamentiVerified ReviewerGoogle
Next Stop Movers
4.38Raleigh, NCSince 2021
Save more than 30% on average by comparing movers before you book.
Next Stop Movers
4.38
Raleigh, NC · Since 2021
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What services does Next Stop Movers offer?
Next Stop Movers offers packing, plus storage.
Services offered
Is Next Stop Movers licensed and insured?
Federally licensed, operating authority active
US DOT 3619230 Check on SAFER
Verified against the FMCSA, not by moveBuddha
Yes, Next Stop Movers is registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration under US DOT number 3619230, as NEXT STOP MOVERS LLC, and its operating status is currently active. It also holds a North Carolina intrastate license, number 1267633.
Insurance is a separate question, and one this profile cannot settle: moveBuddha does not receive carriers' insurance filings, so nothing here confirms what cover Next Stop Movers holds. Ask for a certificate of insurance before you book.
- State license number
- 1267633Issued by North Carolina. Covers moves within the state, which the FMCSA does not
- Registered legal name
- NEXT STOP MOVERS 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
- 6Power units reported to the FMCSA
- Miles driven
- 50,000Reported to the FMCSA for 2025
- Roadside inspections
- 0Recorded by the FMCSA
- FMCSA record last updated
- August 2026
How much does Next Stop Movers cost?
Next Stop Movers does not publish hourly rates or flat fees publicly. Based on moveBuddha's data on moving companies operating in North Carolina, you can expect to pay approximately $124/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 North Carolina moving companies similar to Next Stop Movers typically bill the amounts below using a $124/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
Next Stop Movers is licensed for interstate moves, which are typically priced by weight and distance. Ranges below reflect totals from similar full-service North Carolina 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 Next Stop Movers offer?
- Accepts
- Credit CardsCash
- Deposit
- Not listed, so ask
- Discounts
- Military
Next Stop Movers accepts credit cards and cash. Deposit policies vary by mover, so ask whether one is required when you request a quote.
Next Stop Movers also offers a military discount. Ask what you qualify for and how much you could save before you book.
How Next Stop Movers compares with the top 10 Raleigh movers
Next Stop Movers places sixth among the top 10 movers in Raleigh with a moveBuddha score of 4.38 out of 5, 0.06 points behind Crabtree Family Moving and just ahead of Excel Moving & Storage. Next Stop Movers has the highest quote accuracy score in the group, but the lowest industry experience score.
The ten highest-scoring local movers near Raleigh, by moveBuddha score.
| # | Mover | Score | Reviews | Yelp | BBB | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Miracle MoversRaleigh | 4.56 | 925 | 4.7 | 2.3 | B |
| 2 | All My Sons Moving & StorageRaleigh | 4.52 | 4,785 | 4.5 | 1.6 | A |
| 3 | Athens Moving ExpertsRaleigh | 4.50 | 1,494 | 4.9 | 3.9 | A+ |
| 4 | Little Guys MoversRaleigh | 4.50 | 1,013 | 4.9 | 4.5 | A+ |
| 5 | Crabtree Family MovingRaleigh | 4.44 | 398 | 4.8 | 2.8 | F |
| 6 | Next Stop MoversThis mover · ranks #6 | 4.38 | 724 | 4.9 | 5.0 | A+ |
| 7 | Excel Moving & StorageRaleigh | 4.36 | 369 | 4.5 | 3.2 | A+ |
| 8 | Ken's Pack & MoveCary | 4.34 | 689 | 4.9 | 3.9 | A+ |
| 9 | Bellhop MovingRaleigh | 4.34 | 92 | 4.7 | 3.2 | F |
| 10 | TWO MEN AND A TRUCKRaleigh | 4.30 | 1,295 | 4.6 | 3.0 | A+ |
| 11 | Cary MovingCary | 4.30 | 148 | 4.1 | 3.4 | A+ |
How does Next Stop Movers compare to other North Carolina movers?
- moveBuddha score#47 of 313(better than average)
4.38vs 3.71 avg
Next Stop Movers scores 4.38, above the North Carolina average of 3.71, and ranks #47 of 313 North Carolina movers.
- Positive reviews#108 of 313(better than average)
96%vs 91% avg
Next Stop Movers has 96% positive reviews, above the North Carolina average of 91%, and ranks #108 of 313 North Carolina movers.
- Negative reviews#97 of 313(better than average)
3%vs 8% avg
Next Stop Movers has 3% negative reviews, below the North Carolina average of 8%, and ranks #97 of 313 North Carolina movers. A lower percentage is better.
- Reviews analyzed#39 of 313(better than average)
724vs 369 avg
Next Stop Movers has 724 reviews analyzed, above the North Carolina average of 369, and ranks #39 of 313 North Carolina movers.
- Yelp rating#3 of 313(better than average)
5.0vs 3.4 avg
Next Stop Movers has a Yelp rating of 5.0, above the North Carolina average of 3.4, and ranks #3 of 313 North Carolina movers.
- BBB rating#72 of 313(better than average)
A+vs A- avg
Next Stop Movers has a BBB rating of A+, above the North Carolina average of A-, and ranks #72 of 313 North Carolina movers.
- Years in business#98 of 313(worse than average)
5 yearsvs 25 years avg
Next Stop Movers has been in business for 5 years, below the North Carolina average of 25 years, and ranks #98 of 313 North Carolina movers.
| Metric | This moverNext Stop Movers | North Carolina avg | North Carolina rank | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| moveBuddha score#47 of 313 in North Carolina | 4.38 | 3.71 | #47 of 313 | +0.67(better than average) |
| Positive reviews#108 of 313 in North Carolina | 96% | 91% | #108 of 313 | +5 pts(better than average) |
| Negative reviewsLower is better#97 of 313 in North Carolina | 3% | 8% | #97 of 313 | −5 pts(better than average) |
| Reviews analyzed#39 of 313 in North Carolina | 724 | 369 | #39 of 313 | +355(better than average) |
| Yelp ratingBased on only 6 reviews#3 of 313 in North Carolina | 5.0 | 3.4 | #3 of 313 | +1.6(better than average) |
| BBB rating#72 of 313 in North Carolina | A+ | A- | #72 of 313 | +2 steps(better than average) |
| Years in business#98 of 313 in North Carolina | 5 years | 25 years | #98 of 313 | −20(worse than average) |
Compared with 313 North Carolina movers with moveBuddha profiles. Rank #1 is the best in North Carolina.
Next Stop Movers
4.38Raleigh, NCSince 2021
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Save more than 30% on average
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Next Stop Movers
4.38
Raleigh, NC · Since 2021
Final verdict: Next Stop Movers
Next Stop Movers earns a 4.38/5 moveBuddha Score and ranks #6 among Raleigh movers, with 96% positive feedback across 724 customer reviews.
Customers consistently praise its respect for property and flexibility. It is best for customers prioritizing strong communication, crew professionalism, and reliable service experience.
With 6 trucks and a track record dating to 2021, it has less history than the average North Carolina 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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Contact Next Stop Movers
- Phone
- (919) 766-2950
- Website
- nextstopmoversnc.com
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Ryan CarriganCo-founder, moveBuddha
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