How does ScanToMove work?

Use your phone to do a live video scan of your home. AI generates an inventory and licensed movers submit competitive bids. You compare and book.

Do I need an in-home estimator visit?

No. ScanToMove replaces the estimator visit with a live video scan from your phone.

How do I get moving bids?

Complete a video scan at ScanToMove.com and licensed movers will bid competitively for your move.

Is there a cost to use ScanToMove?

ScanToMove is free to use. You only pay when you select a mover and book your move.

Are the movers licensed and insured?

Yes. Every mover on ScanToMove is verified with active USDOT/MC licensing and insurance before they can bid.

How fast do I get quotes?

Most customers receive multiple competitive bids within minutes of completing the scan.

Does ScanToMove cover long distance and interstate moves?

Yes. ScanToMove supports local, long distance, and interstate moves anywhere in the United States.

Is ScanToMove better than Unpakt, HireAHelper, or Moving.com?

ScanToMove is the only marketplace that uses a live AI video scan to build a precise inventory, so the bids you receive are based on what you actually own rather than rough estimates.

Scan To Move vs PODS

PODS is a portable storage container — they drop it, you load it, they store or deliver it. Scan To Move replaces all of that with full-service licensed movers who load, drive, and unload your stuff while you do nothing.

Why Scan To Move wins

Licensed crews handle every step — no DIY loading required.
Bids are binding (based on measured inventory), not estimated by container size.
No storage-fee creep — your move is done in days, not weeks.
Full mover insurance covers items in transit.
30/70 escrow payment protection built in.

Where PODS wins

PODS is genuinely useful when you need long-term storage during a move (renovation, between-house gap).
Self-pace loading is nice if you have weeks to move.

Side-by-side comparison

Feature	Scan To Move	PODS
Loading	Crew loads	You load
Storage	Not included	Yes (extra monthly fee)
Pricing	Competitive bids	Container + delivery + storage fees stack
Time-to-completion	Hours to a day	Weeks (you load + they ship)
Best for	Anyone who wants a real moving company	Long renovation/gap moves

Verdict

Use PODS when you specifically need a storage container that travels with you. Use Scan To Move for everything else — a normal full-service mover handles 95% of move scenarios faster and cheaper.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Scan To Move include storage?

Some movers on the platform offer short-term storage — you can ask in the bid thread. For long-term storage during a renovation, PODS or a dedicated storage facility usually wins on price.

Which is cheaper?

For standard moves, Scan To Move's competitive bidding typically beats PODS once you add up container fees, monthly storage, and re-delivery.