About MoveSize
MoveSize is an independent planning website built to make the practical maths of moving easier. It is not a removal company, van-hire company or storage operator.
The site's core principle is simple: a single household inventory should be able to answer several connected questions — how much space the move needs, how heavy it may be, which van classes are plausible, how many trips to plan, how much storage to consider and roughly how many boxes may be needed.
Why independence matters
Many useful moving calculators are embedded inside a company selling one specific service. MoveSize is designed as a neutral planning layer. The estimates do not favour a particular removal firm, van-hire brand or self-storage provider.
What MoveSize is not
The calculations are estimates rather than engineering, legal-load or booking guarantees. Vehicle specifications and storage-unit dimensions must always be confirmed with the actual supplier.
How we approach the calculations
MoveSize is built around transparent planning assumptions. Standard household items use representative dimensions and weights, the calculator applies separate dismantling and packing factors, and van recommendations retain a practical loading margin. The underlying assumptions are published on the methodology page so users can see what the result is based on.
What makes the tool independent
MoveSize does not require you to request a quote in order to see a result. The calculator does not rank one hire company, removal firm or storage provider above another, and the result does not change according to an advertiser. If advertising is displayed, it is kept separate from the calculation itself.
How to get the best result
- Start with a property preset if it saves time, but edit it to match the possessions you actually own.
- Include garages, lofts, gardens and stored boxes rather than relying on bedroom count.
- Use custom dimensions for unusual or especially large items.
- Confirm the exact vehicle payload and storage-unit dimensions with the supplier before booking.
Website ownership: MoveSize is operated by Airborne Media & Consultancy Ltd.
Feedback and corrections
If you spot a calculation issue, a household item that should be added, or a van specification that appears out of date, contact us at contact@movesize.uk. Useful corrections are reviewed against the published methodology before the tool is updated.
Want a result based on your actual belongings?
Use the MoveSize inventory calculator. Add your furniture and boxes once to estimate volume, weight, van trips, storage space and packing requirements together.