moveBuddha has been named a Best National Moving Company of 2026 by Newsweek Readers' Choice, earning recognition alongside some of the largest and most established names in the relocation industry.

ATHENS, GA / ACCESS Newswire / February 26, 2026 / moveBuddha is one of only ten companies nationwide to receive the distinction and stands out as the only independent consumer research platform recognized on the list. Honorees were chosen based on evaluations from Newsweek's expert panelists and contributors, combined with readers' votes.

Unlike traditional moving companies, moveBuddha does not operate trucks or coordinate moves directly. Instead, the platform empowers consumers with transparent research, verified reviews, data-driven tools, and hands-on consumer advocacy designed to bring clarity to an industry that's often criticized for a lack of transparency and mixed service standards.

"Moving is one of the most stressful and expensive life events most Americans experience," said Ryan Carrigan, co-founder of moveBuddha. "From the beginning, our mission has been to bring transparency and fairness to an industry that hasn't always made it easy for consumers to make informed decisions. Being recognized by Newsweek alongside major national moving companies validates the impact we've had in helping people make smarter, more confident moves."

Over the past decade, moveBuddha has built one of the most comprehensive databases of moving companies in the United States. The platform has reviewed more than 4,500 moving companies and analyzed over one million verified consumer reviews to bring greater transparency to pricing, licensing, and service standards.

Nearly 400,000 people use moveBuddha each year to compare movers, estimate costs through its moving cost calculator, access educational resources, and connect with legitimate movers. Users who evaluate multiple quotes through the platform save an average of more than 30%, reinforcing the value of transparent, side-by-side pricing.

In addition to its research tools, moveBuddha leads consumer advocacy initiatives such as the Better Moves Project, which documents real-world moving experiences to improve transparency across the industry.

Through its moveBuddha Certified program, consumers who book vetted movers receive dedicated support throughout the moving process, access to dispute mediation if issues arise, and up to $1,000 in additional move coverage.

This recognition from Newsweek underscores moveBuddha's growing role as a trusted authority in the moving space, one that prioritizes education, honest data, and consumer protection at every step of the process.

For more information, visit https://www.movebuddha.com

About moveBuddha

Founded in 2015, moveBuddha is an independent consumer research platform dedicated to bringing transparency and fairness to the moving industry. The company reviews thousands of moving providers nationwide, tracks pricing trends, mystery shops movers, and develops tools that help individuals plan and execute smarter, lower-stress moves. Through initiatives like moveBuddha Certified and the Better Moves Project, the platform advocates for higher industry standards and stronger consumer protections. moveBuddha has been cited by national outlets including The New York Times, CNBC, Forbes, and Consumer Reports.

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