Experts Reviews · Company report
Optimum Moving logoHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%92+50.2Reliability 24%86+20.8Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%8+0.6Experts Score= 86Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.86SCORE

Optimum Moving

Jersey City, NJ · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #149Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 218 movers · 4.9★ from 1,131 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other movers (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and value; weakest: replies to reviews.

SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Optimum Moving is better than 92% of movers.A
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ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Optimum Moving is better than 86% of movers.A
86
Craft & serviceCraft & service · 0% of the scoreGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Optimum Moving is better than 100% of movers.A
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Optimum Moving is better than 100% of movers.A
100
MomentumMomentum · 0% of the scorePenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Optimum Moving is better than 100% of movers.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Optimum Moving is better than 8% of movers.F
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Customers hired Optimum Moving for 8 kinds of job.

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.111
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.94
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$2,000+
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$621–$1.6k
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 83/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Local moving”:Stars on this job 55%Number of such jobs 25%Overall Experts Score 20%Stars are pulled toward the category average when a company has few tagged jobs, so 3 perfect reviews don’t beat 80 great ones. 4.3★ scores 0, 5.0★ scores full. Volume is compared with the busiest company for this job.#72 / 173
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 111 Google reviews tagged “Local moving” · showing 20

Freedom6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★

Dylan was so friendly and thoughtful! Thanks to him and his team, our move went seamlessly without any hassle. Wishing you all good health and continued success!

Local moving
Cheryl4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★

Moses and his crew were wonderful. I was amazed at the way they packed and quickly moved items out. When they got to the new apartment, boxes and packages were organized neatly and items reassembled. I would highly recommend them. Thanks again guys.

Paid $1,000–1,500Great priceLocal movingMoving-related packingFurniture assembly
kristina3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

Josh and Crew did my move. I have never used a moving company in the past, it was so quick and painless. They took care to wrap and pack items, were respectful and so quick!

Reasonable priceVehicle transportLocal movingMoving-related packing
AllisonLocal Guide · 10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

I had a fantastic experience with Optimum Moving from start to finish! The planning process was easy, straightforward, and tailored to exactly what I needed. On moving day, Hugo, Chris, and Gio were wonderful. They were efficient, careful, and made sure everything was secure and well taken care of throughout the…

Paid $1,000–1,500Great priceLocal moving
Laura7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

This is the second time I’ve used Optimum Moving LLC, and once again they were great! The team was professional, friendly, efficient, and took great care of everything. Moving can be stressful, but they made the entire process easy from start to finish. I wouldn’t hesitate to use them again. Highly recommend!

Paid $500–1,000Local moving
Tiffany10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Josh and his crew were great! This was our second time using Optimum and they were just as good this time. Josh’s crew was extremely fast, very detail oriented, and communicated clearly. No hidden fees day of, and they accommodated all of our requests. Highly recommend!

Great priceLocal movingMoving-related packingFurniture assembly
HectorLocal Guide · 32 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Exceptional Speed, Unmatched Quality — My Go-To Movers! As a Realtor, my reputation depends heavily on the service providers I recommend to my clients, and Optimum Moving delivers 100% every single time. I don't just refer them to home buyers and sellers—I trust them completely with my own personal moves, too.…

Paid $500–1,000Great priceVehicle transportLocal movingMoving-related packing
PuppyLocal Guide · 76 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

I have had a crazy 2 yrs. with moving between Bergen and Ocean Counties. Optimum moved me 4 times within that time frame!!! Plus, I stored most of my belongings with them while I tried starting a new life in the Toms River area, which unfortunately did not work out. So back I came to Bergen County and am rebuilding…

Paid $3,500–4,000Reasonable priceLocal movingMoving-related packingMoving-related storage
Andrew4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a month ago★★★★★

This is a 5-star company. Worth every penny! They had an entire 4-bedroom house packed up and on the truck in under 3 and a half hours. They are incredibly efficient, courteous and fast! Part 2 of moving our house from storage to our new house was a great success! Josh and his crew are incredibly fast and…

Paid $5,000+Reasonable priceLocal moving
Rose9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

The experience was great from beginning to end, from Carlos to Nate and his team of 2! They were professional they knew what they were doing, and they moved us along smoothly with no issues! I would recommend them! The price was reasonable and fair!

Paid $1,500–2,000Reasonable priceLocal moving
Desiree5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Needed to change my move because the closing changed. Justin helped facilitate that. Movers were the best, very quick & very easy to work with . Quick but not rushing. Driver Ed very helpful as well. Moving is awful but the communication & on time driver & movers made it less stressful.

Paid $1,500–2,000Reasonable priceLocal moving
SamanthaLocal Guide · 14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Couldn’t recommend them enough. Great communication, friendly service, professional, and quick. Worth every penny.

Paid $1,500–2,000Reasonable priceLocal movingMoving-related packing
Alyssa2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Efficient, thoughtful with our stuff, and sooo kind and helpful. Thank you!

Reasonable priceLocal moving
Heather3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Optimum Moving did a great job with my local move. Having someone came out to my apartment to assess and give me a quote beforehand was great so there were no surprise extra charges. They also did a great job disassembling and packing some of my larger furniture. They were very professional all around. I'd use…

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Paid $1,000–1,500Great priceLocal moving
S.Local Guide · 19 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

They were early, moved quickly & carefully, and helped us organize any miscellaneous items that weren’t packed efficiently. I highly recommend this moving company to anyone moving in the area. They took all the stress away from moving.

Paid $1,000–1,500Reasonable priceLocal moving
Olivia8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

We had an excellent experience with Optimum Moving from start to finish. Bert was fantastic to work with from the very beginning—he provided our quote, answered all of our questions, and made the entire booking process easy and stress-free. On moving day, Carlos and his team were absolutely outstanding. They…

Reasonable priceVehicle transportLocal movingMoving-related packing
John3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Josh and crew are fantastic. This is the second time I’ve used them and will recommend them to anyone I know who needs movers. Couldn’t be happier with the service and professional manner that they work.

Great priceLocal movingMoving-related packing
Karina9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

We were moving from a two bed two bath apartment into our forever home. Optimum moving used a crew of 4 to ensure our large pieces of furniture and boxes were protected, loaded everything into the truck, and then drove it over to our new home. They worked very efficiently and were very mindful while placing our…

Great priceLocal movingIn-state movingFurniture assembly
MariannyLocal Guide · 50 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Moving with Optimum will definitely gave you the best peace of mind… priceless for me!!! They have an amazing service and very good prices! I’ll definitely do it again 🙌🙌🙌

Paid $500–1,000Great priceLocal moving
Michael7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

We moved with these guys three times: once unpacking a pod and two local jersey moves. They're fast, they're careful, and they're nice folks. Strongly recommended!

Paid $3,500–4,000Reasonable priceLocal movingMoving-related packingIn-state moving

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Price

$2.0k+104% vs typical movers

Bar = middle half of what customers paid · gold mark = category median.

Price verdictsGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Great price 65%Reasonable 34%Overpriced 1%Not sure 0%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Local moving111$621–$1.6k
Moving-related packing78$454–$1.7k
Furniture assembly48$265–$1.0k
In-state moving42$878–$2.3k
Moving-related storage27$295–$1.1k
Oversized-item moving19$196–$633
Vehicle transport15$527–$1.5k
Interstate moving15$1.9k–$4.9k

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