Moving Box Calculator: Estimate Boxes for Your Move
Estimate the number of small, medium, large, and wardrobe boxes needed for your move, based on the size of your home. A practical benchmark to order or buy the right number of boxes — calculated directly in your browser.
How it works
Running out of boxes in the middle of a move forces you to pause packing to go buy more, while buying too many is a needless expense. This tool relies on averages commonly used by moving companies based on the size of your home, split into small boxes (for heavy items like books), medium boxes, large boxes (for light, bulky items), and wardrobe boxes.
Why distinguish between several box sizes?
A box filled with heavy items (books, dishes, tools) should stay small so it doesn't become too heavy to carry when full, while a large box is better for light, bulky items like cushions, linens, or toys. Distributing the contents wisely according to box size makes transport easier and reduces the risk of breakage.
Does the "lots of books" option change the estimate much?
Yes: a well-stocked library or a collection of heavy items requires more small boxes, because each box must remain reasonably light to lift. This option increases the number of recommended small boxes by about 40% compared to the baseline estimate.
This estimate is fully calculated in your browser; no data about your home is sent to a server.