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While competitors broker deals and skim commissions, we connect customers directly with FMCSA-verified movers. No middleman. No markup. No games.
We are not a broker. Unlike every competitor below, Extra Help Moving does not sit between you and your mover. Customers post service orders, and FMCSA-verified movers contact them directly with their own quotes. No middleman, no inflated fees, no surprises.
Zero Fees, Period
Submit a service order for free. No booking fees, no service fees, no marketplace fees. Your movers quote you directly.
Talk to Your Actual Mover
No call center. No chatbot. You talk directly with the company that's going to move your stuff. Ask questions, negotiate, build trust.
FMCSA-Verified Pros
Every mover is verified through the federal FMCSA database. Real, licensed, authorized carriers — not random gig workers.
AI-Powered Estimates
Upload photos of your home for instant AI cost estimates. Get matched with the best movers for your specific move automatically.
Features No Other Platform Has
We don't just connect movers and customers — we give both sides tools that actually make moving easier.
AI Photo Analysis
Customers upload photos of their home, and our AI identifies items, estimates volume, recommends crew size, and provides instant cost estimates.
AI Mover Matching
Our algorithm analyzes move details, company specialties, ratings, and proximity to match customers with the ideal movers for their specific job.
Full Mover CRM
Pipeline management, activity logging, conversion dashboard, follow-up reminders, and auto-populated leads from the platform. No extra software needed.
Move-Day Live Tracker
Customers track their move in real-time with status updates from loading to delivery. No more wondering where your stuff is.
In-App Messaging
Built-in chat between customers and movers for seamless coordination. Discuss details, share photos, confirm logistics — all in one place.
Repeat Customer Detection
Movers are automatically alerted when a returning customer requests a move. Build loyalty and win repeat business effortlessly.
Side-by-Side Comparison
All data sourced from publicly available company information. Updated June 2026.
| Feature | Extra Help Moving | HireAHelper | Moving Help (U-Haul) | Bellhop | Dolly (TaskRabbit) | TaskRabbit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1992 | 2007 | 2003 | 2011 | 2014 | 2008 |
| Business Model | Direct Platform | Marketplace / Broker | Marketplace / Broker | Moving Broker | On-Demand App | General Labor Marketplace |
| Mover Fees | $49.99/mo flat — zero commission | 15–29% commission per job | 15% commission per job | Contracted crews — rates set by Bellhop | Platform sets rates for "Helpers" | Taskers set own rates, platform adds fees |
| Customer Fees | $0 — completely free for customers | Baked into hourly rate | Refundable marketplace fee (with review) | Hourly rate + 10% deposit + potential fees | Algorithmic upfront pricing | 15% service fee + $7.99 per task |
FMCSA Verified Movers | ||||||
Direct Customer–Mover Contact | ||||||
Not a Broker | ||||||
Flat Subscription (No Commission) | ||||||
Nationwide Coverage | ||||||
Long-Distance Moves | ||||||
AI-Powered Estimates | ||||||
Built-In Mover CRM | ||||||
Move-Day Live Tracking | ||||||
In-App Messaging | ||||||
| Damage Coverage | Mover's own insurance (FMCSA-verified carriers) | $0.60/lb up to $10,000 | Varies by provider | RVP free ($0.60/lb), FVP extra fee | $300 basic coverage | Limited — varies by task |
Extra Help Moving
The original creators of the moving labor industry
$49.99/mo flat — zero commission
$0 — completely free for customers
HireAHelper
Online marketplace for moving labor
15–29% commission per job
Baked into hourly rate
Moving Help (U-Haul)
U-Haul's moving labor marketplace
15% commission per job
Refundable marketplace fee (with review)
Bellhop
Tech-driven moving broker
Contracted crews — rates set by Bellhop
Hourly rate + 10% deposit + potential fees
Dolly (TaskRabbit)
On-demand moving & delivery — acquired by TaskRabbit (2024)
Platform sets rates for "Helpers"
Algorithmic upfront pricing
TaskRabbit
General-purpose task marketplace (IKEA subsidiary)
Taskers set own rates, platform adds fees
15% service fee + $7.99 per task
How Much Are You Leaving on the Table?
Adjust the sliders to see how much more you keep with Extra Help Moving vs. commission-based platforms.
Extra Help Moving
Platform fees: $49.99/mo
HireAHelper
Platform fees: $600–$1160/mo
Moving Help
Platform fees: $600/mo
TaskRabbit
Platform fees: $664/mo
The Scorecard
Out of 10 key features, here's how every platform stacks up.
Extra Help Moving
HireAHelper
Moving Help (U-Haul)
Bellhop
Dolly (TaskRabbit)
TaskRabbit
Disclaimer: All competitor information is sourced from publicly available data including company websites, press releases, and third-party review sites as of June 2026. We strive for accuracy but cannot guarantee that competitor pricing, features, or policies have not changed since our last review. Trademarks and brand names belong to their respective owners. Extra Help Moving is not affiliated with any of the companies listed above.