Oz Moving & Storage — NYC Moving Company Review
Researching Oz Moving & Storage? Before you hire any NYC mover directly, see how a protected booking compares: with Movd you pay the platform — not the crew — your price is approved up front from your full inventory, and your mover is paid after the move is done.
✓ Pay Movd, not the crew • ✓ Balance charged after your move • ✓ Price approved up front • ✓ Volume buffer included • ✓ $2,500 Move Guarantee
Oz Moving & Storage — the quick answer
Oz Moving & Storage holds a 4.6/5 Google rating across roughly 1,469 reviews, is DOT-licensed (USDOT #1058063), and serves Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens and Bronx. Top consideration from its review profile: among the most expensive movers in NYC — not suited for budget moves.
Movd's alternative is a protected booking, not a direct hire: the price you approve is computed from your full inventory with a built-in volume buffer, backed by the $2,500 Move Guarantee — and your payment is held by Movd and released to your crew after your move.
Before you accept an estimate, benchmark it against real NYC flat rates: across 2,480 tracked Movd moves the citywide median is $731, binding, with stairs and tolls included — packages from $295 (Economy), $695 (Preferred), and $1,295 (Stress-Free, full packing included).
| Apartment size | Movd flat-rate median | Middle 50% of moves | Real moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $550 | $457 – $714 | 823 |
| 1 Bedroom | $746 | $577 – $970 | 1123 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,172 | $880 – $1,584 | 448 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,582 | $1,012 – $1,915 | 70 |
Comparing options? See our ranked best NYC moving companies guide or browse Manhattan movers in Oz Moving & Storage's core service area.
Movd figures: aggregated quote & booking records (2,480+ NYC moves analyzed) — last reviewed September 2026.
Trusted by 1,000+ NYC movers
- Years in Business
- 23
- DOT License
- ✓ Verified
- Fleet Size
- 40+ trucks
- Customer Rating
- 4.6/5★
What to Know About Oz Moving & Storage
Oz Moving & Storage has carved out a premium niche in Manhattan's competitive moving market. Their white-glove approach to luxury apartment relocations, art handling, and piano transport earns consistently high marks from Upper East Side and Tribeca clientele. However, that premium service comes with premium pricing — expect to pay 30-50% more than mid-tier competitors for comparable moves. Their climate-controlled storage is a genuine differentiator for customers with fine furniture or art collections. Where Oz falls short is accessibility: budget-conscious renters and simple studio moves aren't their target market, and minimum charges reflect that. The booking process can feel opaque, with final costs sometimes differing from initial estimates. For customers who prioritize careful handling above all else, Oz delivers. But for the majority of NYC movers seeking transparent, competitive pricing, Movd's flat-fee packages from 13 DOT-licensed fleet partners offer a smarter alternative — you get DOT-licensed crews without the luxury markup. Hiring any moving company directly means you vet the crew, negotiate the price, and pay them yourself on move day. Booking through Movd instead is a protected transaction: your price is approved up front from your full inventory, and your payment is held by Movd until after your move.
Services Offered by Oz Moving & Storage
Local Moving
Long Distance
Commercial Moving
Storage
Packing Services
Specialty Items
Specialties:
Service Areas
Service radius: NYC + 50 miles
Oz Moving & Storage's Reported Strengths
White-glove treatment for high-value and fragile items
Climate-controlled storage facilities in Manhattan
Experienced crews trained for luxury co-op and condo buildings
Strong Google review profile with detailed positive feedback
Comprehensive insurance options for fine art and antiques
Points to Consider
Among the most expensive movers in NYC — not suited for budget moves
Minimum charges make small studio moves cost-prohibitive
Complex tiered pricing structure can be confusing
Long-distance options are limited compared to national carriers
Peak season availability is extremely tight
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How Movd Protects Your Move
With Oz Moving & Storage — or any moving company you hire directly — you vet the crew, you negotiate the price, and you pay them yourself. With Movd, the transaction itself is protected:
You pay Movd — not a crew on your doorstep
Book with a $50 deposit. Your card is pre-authorized before the move, the balance is charged only after your move is complete, and Movd releases your mover's payout after the job is done. No cash handoffs, no doorstep renegotiation.
A price you approve before anyone lifts a box
Your quote is computed from your full inventory and building access up front, and every package includes a built-in volume buffer so small misses don't change your price — backed by the $2,500 Move Guarantee.
No negotiation, no sales pressure
Input-based and approval-based: enter your move, review the computed price, book it. No phone haggling, no bait-and-switch, no on-site renegotiation.
A vetted, accountable crew
Every Movd fleet partner is pre-vetted, DOT-licensed, and insured, and Movd handles the Certificate of Insurance paperwork with your building — someone stands behind the move besides the crew itself.
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Why NYC Movers Choose a Protected Move
Real Movd customers on booking a price-approved, payment-protected move
"We had a gap between closings, so the Stress-Free package was perfect — they packed everything and held our things in storage until the new place was ready. Hands-off and stress-free."
Jessica W.
Financial District, Manhattan • Move + storage
"Our flat rate was locked in up front and came in about 30% under our DIY estimate. Nothing was damaged, and the digital inventory tool kept us organized the whole way. Zero surprise fees on move day."
Sarah T.
Upper West Side, Manhattan • Local move
"The Preferred package included 10 free boxes and the crew packed our fragile kitchen items. I had my exact price in about a minute — no phone tag, no in-home estimate."
Priya K.
Astoria, Queens • Preferred package
Oz Moving & Storage: Cost, Locations, Reviews & Alternatives
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