Moving Box & Storage Unit Calculator
Estimate how many moving boxes you need by home size and packing style, and the storage unit size that fits your belongings.
How to use
- 1Choose the home size and how much stuff you have.
- 2See boxes by size, tape and the matching storage unit.
How it's calculated
Based on common mover guidelines: roughly 15–20 boxes for a studio up to 100–150 for a 4-bedroom home, split into small, medium, large and wardrobe boxes, scaled by how full your home is.
Frequently asked questions
What goes in small boxes?
Heavy items like books, tools and canned food — small boxes keep weight manageable.
How much tape do I need?
About one roll (55 yd) for every 15–20 boxes.
What storage unit fits a 2-bedroom home?
Usually a 10 × 10 ft (small 2-bed, no appliances) to 10 × 15 ft unit.