Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland review 2026 (Beaverton, OR)
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Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland is a Beaverton, OR mover ranked #4 of 4 Beaverton movers and #57 of 103 in Oregon with a 3.42/5 rating.
0% of Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland's 1 verified customer review is positive. The most common complaint involves delayed arrival or delivery. Ratings reflect moveBuddha’s independent analysis of customer reviews and FMCSA records.
How Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland measures up
Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland ranks #57 out of 103 movers in Oregon with a moveBuddha Score of 3.42 out of 5.
What goes into our score
Each category is scored out of 5. The line shows the overall score of 3.42.
- Review quality
- 3.5
- Brand
- 3.0
- Website
- 3.0
- Customer service
- 3.0
- Industry experience
- 3.0
Is Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland moveBuddha Certified?
Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland 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. Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland 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 Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland?
Out of 1 verified review, 0% of customers left a positive review about Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland in Beaverton, OR. 100% of reviews are negative. Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland has a 91% lower positive review percentage than the average Oregon moving company (0% vs the Oregon state average of 91%).
- Negative100%(1)
Based on 1 review across Google, Yelp, and other review sites.
Most common complaints about Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland
Delayed arrival or delivery
Several reviewers experienced frustrating delays either on moving day or with final delivery.
What negative reviewers say
“The furniture sat and sat and sat at his warehouse. For two more weeks. ... It did not ship the next day but it did ship 2 days later...”
Randy HarrisVerified ReviewerGoogle
Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland
3.42Beaverton, OR
Save more than 30% on average by comparing movers before you book.
Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland
3.42
Beaverton, OR
Save more than 30% on average
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See where Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland lands against similar movers.
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Nothing is booked until you choose a mover.
What services does Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland offer?
Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland takes on small moves, estate moves, and senior moves, alongside packing and unpacking.
Services offered
Is Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland licensed and insured?
Registered with the FMCSA
US DOT 2226241. Operating status is not on this profile. Check on SAFER
Verified against the FMCSA, not by moveBuddha
Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland is registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration under US DOT number 2226241.
Insurance is a separate question, and one this profile cannot settle: moveBuddha does not receive carriers' insurance filings, so nothing here confirms what cover Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland holds. Ask for a certificate of insurance before you book.
- 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 Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland cost?
Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland does not publish hourly rates or flat fees publicly. Based on moveBuddha's data on moving companies operating in Oregon, you can expect to pay approximately $149/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 Oregon moving companies similar to Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland typically bill the amounts below using a $149/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
Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland offers interstate moves, which are typically priced by weight and distance. Ranges below reflect totals from similar full-service Oregon 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 Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland offer?
- Accepts
- Credit Cards
- Deposit
- Not listed, so ask
- Discounts
- Mover’s own offer
Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland accepts credit cards. Deposit policies vary by mover, so ask whether one is required when you request a quote.
Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland also offers discounts on request. It also lists: Discounted shipping rates through nationwide carrier partnerships. Ask what you qualify for and how much you could save before you book.
How Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland compares with the top 3 Beaverton movers
With a moveBuddha score of 3.42 out of 5, Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland trails the three top-scoring movers in Beaverton, 0.94 points behind Budget Movers. Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland's score rests on 1 review, fewer than any of the three. Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland has the highest quote accuracy score in the group, but the lowest review quality score.
The three highest-scoring local movers near Beaverton, by moveBuddha score.
| # | Mover | Score | Reviews | Yelp | BBB | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | All Service MovingBeaverton | 4.50 | 567 | 4.9 | 4.5 | A+ |
| 2 | Cal's Moving Help LLCBeaverton | 4.42 | 297 | 4.9 | 3.9 | A |
| 3 | Budget MoversBeaverton | 4.36 | 3,166 | 5.0 | 4.6 | A+ |
| 4 | Ship Smart | Small Movers PortlandThis mover · ranks #4 | 3.42 | 1 | — | — | — |
How does Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland compare to other Oregon movers?
- moveBuddha score#57 of 103(worse than average)
3.42vs 3.78 avg
Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland scores 3.42, below the Oregon average of 3.78, and ranks #57 of 103 Oregon movers.
- Positive reviews#99 of 103(worse than average)
0%vs 91% avg
Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland has 0% positive reviews, below the Oregon average of 91%, and ranks #99 of 103 Oregon movers.
- Negative reviews#99 of 103(worse than average)
100%vs 8% avg
Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland has 100% negative reviews, above the Oregon average of 8%, and ranks #99 of 103 Oregon movers. A lower percentage is better.
- Reviews analyzed#99 of 103(worse than average)
1vs 385 avg
Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland has 1 reviews analyzed, below the Oregon average of 385, and ranks #99 of 103 Oregon movers.
| Metric | This moverShip Smart | Small Movers Portland | Oregon avg | Oregon rank | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| moveBuddha score#57 of 103 in Oregon | 3.42 | 3.78 | #57 of 103 | −0.36(worse than average) |
| Positive reviews#99 of 103 in Oregon | 0% | 91% | #99 of 103 | −91 pts(worse than average) |
| Negative reviewsLower is better#99 of 103 in Oregon | 100% | 8% | #99 of 103 | +92 pts(worse than average) |
| Reviews analyzed#99 of 103 in Oregon | 1 | 385 | #99 of 103 | −384(worse than average) |
Compared with 103 Oregon movers with moveBuddha profiles. Rank #1 is the best in Oregon.
Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland
3.42Beaverton, OR
Save more than 30% on average by comparing movers before you book.
Save more than 30% on average
On average, moveBuddha users save more than 30% by comparing movers before they book. Get a quote from Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland, then see how it compares with other top-rated movers in Beaverton.
Compare prices side by side
See where Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland lands against similar movers.
Vetted movers only
Licensing and reviews checked, just like this page.
Free, no obligation
Nothing is booked until you choose a mover.
Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland
3.42
Beaverton, OR
Final verdict: Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland
Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland earns a 3.42/5 moveBuddha Score and ranks #4 among Beaverton movers, with 0% positive feedback across 1 customer review.
The most common complaint is delayed arrival or delivery.
All ratings reflect moveBuddha's analysis updated October 2026, based on independent research and verified customer reviews.
Why moveBuddha?
- 30%+Average savings
On average, moveBuddha users save more than 30% by comparing movers before booking.
Calculate your Oregon moving cost - $1,000Added move coverage*
When you choose a moveBuddha Certified mover, you get $1,000 in added move coverage*, plus dedicated support throughout your move.
- 1-on-1Dispute mediation
If something goes wrong, moveBuddha provides dispute mediation with Certified movers to help resolve the issue and protect your move.
* Added move coverage is not replacement-value insurance, or insurance, or an indemnity of any kind.
Contact Ship Smart | Small Movers Portland
- Phone
- (866) 530-7564
- Website
- shipsmart.com
How we score moving companies
Every mover on moveBuddha is scored on the same six factors, weighted by how much each one changes a move.
- Quotes & payment optionsWeighs most
The heaviest factor, because price certainty is where moves go wrong. We reward estimates you can hold a mover to, and terms disclosed before you pay.
- Online reputationMajor factor
An objective read from third parties rather than from the mover. The Google rating for the company's headquarters sets the band; Trustpilot, BBB, and independent review sites are read alongside it.
- ServicesMajor factor
The range a mover can actually cover, scored across seven categories, with extra credit for the uncommon ones most companies hand off to a subcontractor.
- Customer supportSupporting factor
How easily you can reach a human, and how clearly the mover sets expectations before, during, and after the move. Verified against company documentation and direct outreach.
- Review feedbackSupporting factor
A company's share of positive customer feedback, converted straight to points, with no curve and no editorial adjustment.
- State availabilityMinor factor
The lightest factor, and deliberately so: wide coverage helps more readers reach a mover, but it says nothing about how good the move will be.
What the scores are built on
- 4,500+Moving companies analyzed
- 1M+Authenticated reviews
- 25+Independent data sources
- 1,000+Live price points a month
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- MonthlyRefreshed and re-verified
Written by
Ryan CarriganCo-founder, moveBuddha
Ryan Carrigan is the co-founder of moveBuddha and a leading voice in the moving industry, helping hundreds of thousands of Americans make smarter, safer relocation decisions each year. With more than a decade of experience analyzing moving companies, pricing trends, and industry regulations, Ryan brings hands-on industry knowledge and data-driven insight to every guide and review. His research has been featured in Forbes, Consumer Reports, The New York Times, and NBC News.