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Most durableBankers Box SmoothMove Classic Moving Kit$37.99 ($3.17 per box)View on AmazonBest valueThe Home Depot 18 in. x 18 in. x 16 in. Medium Moving Box$1.34 eachView on Home DepotBest all-in-one kituBoxes 2-Room Economy Moving Kit
$60.45 ($2.00 per box)
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Data as of 12/10/2021.

Most durable—Bankers Box SmoothMove Classic Moving Kit

While clothing and soft objects are safe in nearly any box, fragile items (like your coffee mugs and porcelain figurine collection) need stronger boxes to keep them from breaking. Choose durable double-walled or heavy-duty boxes to transport your most prized possessions without worry.

Most durable

Bankers Box SmoothMove Classic Moving Kit

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Pros

No tape required

Easy-carry handles

Easy-lift lids

Reusable and recyclable construction

Cons

Assembly required

No capability for heavy loads

Each Bankers Box kit contains eight small and four medium boxes. They are tape-free and easy to carry thanks to built-in handles. Plus, pull-off lids make loading everything from antique dishes to leather-bound books a breeze.

Plus, each box’s sturdy double-end, double-bottom construction ensures your boxes hold up in transit.

Durability (and eligibility for Amazon’s free and fast Prime delivery) make these boxes a top choice for movers who need well-constructed boxes in a hurry.

Pro tip: when you’re done moving, save these boxes for storing your holiday decorations, or reuse them for future moves.

Free box calculator

Not sure how many boxes you’ll need to move your three-bedroom home? Use The Home Depot’s moving calculator to accurately estimate based on the size of your home, including the number of bathrooms, whether you have a garage or basement, and your lifestyle (from minimalist to pack rat).

Best value—The Home Depot Medium Moving Box

When you have a whole house to pack up and move, box prices matter—and these strong boxes from Home Depot will hold up in transit without costing you a bundle.

Best value

The Home Depot 18 in. x 18 in. x 16 in. Medium Moving Box

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Pros

Free returns on unused boxes

Reusable and recyclable construction

65 lb. capacity

Cons

Assembly required

No heavy-duty shipping capability

Single-wall construction

The Home Depot Medium Moving Box is a basic box built to support and store your heavy, bulky goods—from kitchen items and toys to small appliances, clothing, and much more. Each 18 in. x 18 in. x 16 in. box holds up to 65 pounds. Though plenty sturdy for a moving truck, you’ll want to choose double-walled boxes for shipping (including moving containers).

Thanks to free in-store pickup, you can shop for boxes online and grab them at your local Home Depot when you’re ready to pack.

If you end up buying more than you need, Home Depot has an uncomplicated return policy. Just bring your receipt and unused boxes to any store for a full refund.

Go green

Every cardboard box from Home Depot is constructed from 100% recycled materials and can be recycled once you’ve finished moving.

Best all-in-one kit—uBoxes 2-Room Economy Moving Kit

We get it: moving can be chaotic. Skip multiple trips to the store–instead, get your packing supplies in a single, affordable moving box kit.

Best all-in-one kit

uBoxes 2-Room Economy Moving Kit

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Pros

Two box sizes included

Packing tape and marker included

Sturdy cardboard construction

Free shipping

Cons

Assembly required

Box taping required

Whether you’re headed to a new apartment down the street or a new state across the country, the uBoxes Economy Moving Kit saves you the hassle of tracking down moving supplies. Each set contains thirty boxes (ten small boxes and twenty medium boxes), a roll of packing tape, and a permanent marker for labeling.

Walmart also offers free, fast shipping, and you can fill your online cart with anything else you need for the big move.

Plus, stores are open late (and often 24/7)—great for grabbing extra boxes at the last minute or picking up online orders in person.

Share & save

In an effort to keep boxes out of landfills, U-Haul’s Box Exchange® helps customers coordinate buying, selling, or donating used moving boxes and supplies to others. Just enter your location to find a list of customers who have or need boxes.