Gentle Giant Moving Company Review 2026 (Portsmouth, NH)
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Reviews
98%
across 204 reviews
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4.4/5
based on moveBuddha methodology
Years in
Business
46
founded 1980
FMCSA
Status
Active
Gentle Giant Moving Company is a 4.4/5-rated New Hampshire full-service mover, operating since 1980 (46 years in business). Gentle Giant Moving Company earns 98% positive reviews across 204 verified customer reviews. The company holds active FMCSA registration and operates 88 trucks. All ratings reflect moveBuddha's independent analysis.
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Gentle Giant Moving Company at a glance
- Track record: 46 years in business with 98% positive customer reviews (204 verified reviews)
- Scale: 88 trucks operating across New Hampshire
- Industry experience: 5/5
- Customer service: 4.42/5
- Review quality: 3.84/5
- Quote accuracy: 4.14/5
Gentle Giant Moving Company's services
- Full-service moving
- Packing & Unpacking
- Interstate moving
- Local (intrastate) moving
- International moving
- Storage: Offered by 67% of Portsmouth movers (60% nationally)
- Piano moving: A specialty offered by 40% of Portsmouth movers (40% nationally)
What this Gentle Giant Moving Company review covers
Experienced movers
Affordable rates
Careful handling
Respectful of property
Flexibility
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Company stats
Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Gentle Giant Moving Company has been in business for 46 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like small-scale moving and international moving.
Review quality 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Gentle Giant Moving Company has about 98% positive reviews across roughly 204 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.6.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Gentle Giant Moving Company.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Gentle Giant Moving Company emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
Our closing date moved and Gentle Giant remained flexible and accommodating. Price was more reasonable than most, with top-tier professionalism.
This was our second time using Gentle Giant. The movers arrived promptly, were pleasant and professional, clearly experienced, and moved quickly while taking great care with our belongings.
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What do customers say about Gentle Giant Moving Company?
Gentle Giant Moving Company pulls in 98% positive reviews out of 204 verified ratings from multiple platforms, 1% negative, and 1% neutral.
What customers like most about Gentle Giant Moving Company
- Experienced movers: With years of experience, Gentle Giant Moving Company's crew brought confidence and know-how to each move.
- Affordable rates: Many reviewers found Gentle Giant Moving Company to be more budget-friendly than competitors without sacrificing quality.
- Careful handling: Belongings are treated with caution, and many customers report zero damage thanks to Gentle Giant Moving Company's attention to detail.
- Respectful of property: Customers appreciated how carefully Gentle Giant Moving Company's team maneuvered furniture through tight spaces without damaging walls or floors.
- Flexibility: Clients liked that Gentle Giant Moving Company was willing to adjust schedules or accommodate last-minute changes.
Most common complaints about Gentle Giant Moving Company
- Misplaced or lost items: In some cases, belongings went missing or were delivered to the wrong location.
- Higher-than-expected costs: Final bills were occasionally much higher than initial estimates, upsetting customers.
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Jamie Richard, Google
Our closing date moved and Gentle Giant remained flexible and accommodating. Price was more reasonable than most, with top-tier professionalism.
Marlene Steger, Google
This was our second time using Gentle Giant. The movers arrived promptly, were pleasant and professional, clearly experienced, and moved quickly while taking great care with our belongings.
Steve Richards, Google
Friendly, professional, on-time, careful with our stuff and the real estate on both ends of the move. They were the lower priced option.
Negative Gentle Giant Moving Company Reviews
S.K. Barton, Google
They wanted to charge $1000 to move one bed, two dressers, two night stands, a chaise lounge, one chair and ottoman, and a kitchen table.
Bob Smith, Google
A big box of kitchen items was missing, including irreplaceable antique tins and mugs collected during military trips.
Neutral Gentle Giant Moving Company Reviews
Yelp
Despite a quick response and walk-through quote, the pack-out took longer than planned. A china cabinet panel broke, and the final cost was $1,000 above the quote.
Yelp
Several items were later found broken, including the piano frame. A bed was also installed backward.
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Is Gentle Giant Moving Company licensed & insured?
Yes. Gentle Giant Moving Company is FMCSA-registered and active, operating under the legal name GENTLE GIANT INTERSTATE COMPANY LLC. The company runs 88 trucks. moveBuddha verifies all licensing data directly against FMCSA records.
| Credential | Status | Verified |
|---|---|---|
| FMCSA registration | Active | 08/05/2026 |
| Fleet size | 88 power units | 08/05/2026 |
The New Hampshire Department of Transportation (NHDOT) is the agency tasked with regulating and overseeing movers that offer relocation services within the state. If you’ve already moved and had a dispute with your moving company, they may be able to help resolve the issue, but you’ll need to file a formal complaint first. You can verify Gentle Giant Moving Company's active status on the New Hampshire licensed movers database.
Gentle Giant Moving Company locations
Gentle Giant Moving Company has 20 locations:
- Gentle Giant Moving Company (headquarters)
- New York City
- Fort Mill
- Fort Lauderdale
- Washington DC
- Philadelphia
- Pompano Beach
- San Francisco
- San Francisco
- East Bridgewater
- Beverly
- Boston
- Boston
- Marshfield
- Seekonk
- Providence
- Seattle
- Nashua
- Hudson
- Charlotte
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How moveBuddha rated Gentle Giant Moving Company
Gentle Giant Moving Company earns a 4.4/5 composite rating based on moveBuddha's editorial rating categories. That's above the 3.7/5 average among Portsmouth movers. moveBuddha's research team rates each category independently, and each one measures a different aspect of mover quality.
| Rating category | Gentle Giant Moving Company | What it measures |
|---|---|---|
| Industry experience | 5/5 | Years in operation, fleet size & locations |
| Review quality | 3.84/5 | Volume & sentiment of customer reviews |
| Customer service | 4.42/5 | Communication clarity & crew professionalism |
| Quote accuracy | 4.14/5 | Estimate vs. final invoice on sample moves |
| Google reviews | 5/5 | Google Business Profile rating & review volume |
| Yelp reviews | 4.34/5 | Yelp rating & review volume |
| BBB | 5/5 | The company's BBB letter grade (A–F) & complaint resolution history (translated to a corresponding numerical score) |
| Brand | 4.5/5 | Market presence & industry recognition |
Our summary of Gentle Giant Moving Company
Flexible scheduling, complex-move know-how: 204 reviews are in, and 98% of them are positive. Customers praise fast, courteous crews, clear communication, problem-solving, and careful handling across local, long-distance, storage, and specialty moves, with exceptions involving damage or incorrect assembly. Some reviewers flag charges above estimates.
Ratings based on moveBuddha's research methodology, updated November 2026.
How much does Gentle Giant Moving Company cost?
Gentle Giant Moving Company does not publish standard hourly rates or flat-fee pricing publicly. Movers in Portsmouth charge an average of $136/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 New Hampshire move
$1,572 – $3,450
How does Gentle Giant Moving Company compare to other Portsmouth movers?
Gentle Giant Moving Company ranks alongside the top full-service movers in Portsmouth on moveBuddha's editorial scoring. The table below compares ratings, positive review rates, and years in business across the top Portsmouth movers.
| Company | Our rating | Positive reviews | BBB | Quote |
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4.62 |
99% | A+ | ||
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4.38 |
89% | A | ||
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4.52 |
97% | A+ | ||
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4.4 |
98% | A+ | ||
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4.44 |
92% | A+ | ||
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4.72 |
97% | A+ | ||
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4.62 |
80% | A+ | ||
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4.5 |
94% | N/A | ||
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4.64 |
88% | A+ | ||
4.16 |
77% | A+ |
How Gentle Giant Moving Company's ratings compare to other Portsmouth movers
Gentle Giant Moving Company earns a higher-than-average Yelp rating (4.6/5) across the 58 movers analyzed in Portsmouth, which carry an average Yelp rating of 3.9/5.
| Avg. Yelp Score | Total # of Movers | |
|---|---|---|
| Gentle Giant Moving Company | 4.6/5 | -- |
| Portsmouth movers | 3.9/5 | 58 movers |
| New Hampshire movers | 3.9/5 | 41 movers |
Final verdict: Gentle Giant Moving Company
Gentle Giant Moving Company earns a 4.4/5 moveBuddha score, backed by 98% positive customer reviews across 204 verified reviews. Over 46 years in business and 88 trucks operating across New Hampshire, Gentle Giant Moving Company has built a reputation for experienced movers and affordable rates, making it worth a look for your New Hampshire move.
Best for:
- Customers who value working with an established mover with long-standing industry experience
All ratings reflect moveBuddha's analysis updated November 2026, based on independent research and verified customer reviews.
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FAQs about Gentle Giant Moving Company
What services does Gentle Giant Moving Company offer?
Gentle Giant Moving Company is a full-service mover operating in New Hampshire. The company operates 88 trucks. Confirm specific services like packing, storage, and specialty item handling directly when requesting a quote.
How long has Gentle Giant Moving Company been in business?
Gentle Giant Moving Company has been in business for 46 years, founded in 1980. The company is FMCSA-registered and active.
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