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Overview

uShip has a rating of 3.4 stars from 346 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with uShip most frequently mention whole process, and perfect condition. uShip ranks 17th among Shipping sites.

  • Service
    195
  • Value
    186
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    183
  • Returns
    63
  • Quality
    154

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Positive reviews (last 12 months): 79.3%
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Top Positive Review

“A successful cross country haul”

janine j.
6/18/24

I have a 22' enclosed trailer I needed hauled from NV to TN. I'd never heard of Uship, but it was suggested by a friend. I posted my needs, had a few responses, and ended with a driver who had his MC and DOT #'s plus he was a TWIC driver (Dept Homeland Security clearance) and I felt confident my trailer would arrive safely. Driver kept in touch with me each day on the road and we coordinated our arrivals, his by road, mine by air, and made the drop off without a problem. I highly recommend Uship for your hauling needs. It was a simple process from start to finish.

Top Critical Review

“Terrible Experience - Avoid using this company”

Alondra A.
10/1/24

Terrible experience. The third-party vendor contracted with this company delivered my vehicle 91 miles away from the delivery address. I had to arrange pick up in the middle of the night. The vehicle was picked up in working condition but delivered in non-working. The driver wasn't sure what happened. The vehicle has been at the dealer since the delivery. Too bad we have to use a 1-star to post a review, this company deserves a 0.

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Thumbnail of user jmassey_27
New York
1 review
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January 17th, 2024

I had nothing but issues in trying to ship a motor using uship. To be fair, most of the issues were with the freight company that bid through uship, but when things went sour and the delivery and pick up were messed up, and I was charged extra on top of the original already paid quote, uship's customer service was not really interested in my complaints or making things right. It took a heated argument on the phone with a uship representative and getting hung up on to resolve the issues, that they did not want to take any responsibility for. In the end, the extra charges were refunded, but I will not be using uship ever again, nor will I be recommending them to anyone else.

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Brittney H. – uShip Rep

Hi Jake,

We're sorry to hear about your experience and understand your frustrations. As a neutral third party, uShip gives shippers the ability to connect with independent carriers, vet/assess them, and choose their own carrier by comparing multiple sources of information, such as customer reviews, feedback scores, carrier profiles, and photos.

It looks like you have already been in contact with our support team, but if you would like to discuss anything further or have more questions, please call us at (800) 698-7447 or email us at support@uship.com.

Being made aware of situations like yours is essential to maintaining and improving the safety of the uShip marketplace. Thank you again for bringing this to our attention.

Thumbnail of user kelseyz24
Oregon
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February 1st, 2024

Our small business had its first need for LTL and ended up on uShip after a bit of research. The transaction went off without a hitch and the quote was within just a couple of dollars of the final transaction. I was most impressed with the personalized customer service responses I got when I emailed several newbie questions. Hopefully we are in need of their services again. I'll definitely go the uShip route in the future.

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Thumbnail of user artj66
Washington
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April 11th, 2024

Manny did an excellent job of delivering my cargo on time and communication was awesome...excellent service...definitely recommend

Thumbnail of user fivestarp3
Colorado
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January 16th, 2024

They will not stand behind what they do. They give you a bid to ship a package of certain dimensions and certain weight. I weighed the crate and measured it with the driver here. Two weeks later, they charge me an extra $200 and will not respond. They say that the package was overweight. Beware they are dishonest.

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Brittney H. – uShip Rep

Hi there,

It sounds like you may have a dispute with the carrier/company you matched with, not uShip. Though uShip is a neutral third party that gives consumers the ability to find and work with independent carriers, we do our best to assist when situations like this arise. If you would like to discuss this further, please contact uShip support by calling (800) 698-7447 or emailing support@uship.com.

Thumbnail of user scottk2124
Florida
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February 1st, 2024

Had never heard of U-Ship until I was in a situation where I had to move a piece of new furniture from VA to FL -- and wanted it done fast, professionally and without paying a fortune. Posted on U-ship and within 3 hours, had several bids from a high of $575 to a low of $250. The lowest bidder said he could pick up my furniture next day and deliver the day after. I was like SOLD! Cost me $250 plus a $25 service fee and took out $50 dollars of UShip insurance. For $349, I got a piece of furniture picked up in VA on a Thursday afternoon and delivered the West Palm Beach area of FL by 11am next day. That's insane... I couldn't rent a round trip truck for that much... Delivery driver was so professional and friendly and my item was in an enclosed trailer. I'm totally sold on the UShip process and will absolutely use this process again! Can't afford NOT to. Lol. Try it.

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Thumbnail of user scotts4042
Florida
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December 24th, 2023

New customer and I had a part needing shipped from Nebraska to Florida. Driver was responsive and communicated well. Delivered on time and as promised. All I would say is your service depends on the driver and you have some responsibility to accommodate the unpredictable nature of individualized shipping. Be flexible when at all possible and understand they are trying to book multiple loads and make a delivery schedule that is profitable for them. You will get better service in the end.

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Brittney H. – uShip Rep

Hi Scott,

Thank you for your review and for choosing uShip. We're delighted to have met your expectations, and we look forward to the opportunity to work with you again.

Thumbnail of user paulb5231
Pennsylvania
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March 6th, 2024

Overall, the experience was outstanding, and I would like to take this opportunity to express my appreciation for a fast and efficient process. Sam was great to work with. Good Job!

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Thumbnail of user jaimeb289
Minnesota
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January 1st, 2024

Using the site was very easy, and I had a very reasonable quote within a couple days. Aaron was prompt, great communicator, and even helped wrap my item up before transit, and it got there safe and quickly. Would definitely use again.

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Brittney H. – uShip Rep

Hi Jaime,

Thank you for the review! We're glad to hear you had a great experience and look forward to working with you again soon.

Thumbnail of user jeffg1690
California
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December 24th, 2023

This was my first time using uShip as I needed to get a few pieces of furniture transported from Arizona to California. I was pleasantly surprised at the excellent price. The mover was timely and communicated with me at every step. Would highly recommend uShip. In fact, I am going to use them again in Spring for moving the rest of my two-bedroom apartment.

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So glad I found uShip. Will definitely use them again!

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Brittney H. – uShip Rep

Hi Jeff,

Thank you so much for your review! We appreciate your kind words and feedback. We look forward to working with you again in the future.

Thumbnail of user maa58
Ohio
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December 23rd, 2023

I would use again and recommend. We have a couple of small pieces of furniture and boxes to move from California to Ohio. I was a bit nervous about doing this, but it went very well. Communication with the shipper was good. The shipper had good reviews on uShip's site. This was much cheaper then a traditional moving company. Everything arrived safe and sound!

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Brittney H. – uShip Rep

Hi Ma,

Thank you for the review! We're glad to hear you had a great experience and look forward to working with you again soon.

Thumbnail of user michael421966
Tennessee
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December 27th, 2023

Put my add on there. Says need a winch to load. First two guys showed up with one that didn't work. Ended up not picking it up. Told me it would be 300 more at delivery. I said ok. They couldnt get the job done. Told me I had to give them 200 for trying. Or uship would charge me half of the shipping charges. I ended up giving them 150 through PayPal. Wire fraud if you ask me. They wouldn't cancel shipment with good feedback until I did. So second guy he just doesn't show at all. Gives some lame excuse. Says he would go back today. 4 days later. No show and want cancel the shipment. Used to be a good place to use but it sucks now.

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Brittney H. – uShip Rep

Hi Mike,

Thank you for your feedback. We're very sorry to hear about your experience and understand your frustrations. Though uShip is a neutral third party that gives consumers the ability to connect with independent carriers, we do our best to assist when situations like this arise. If you haven't already contacted uShip support, please do so by calling (800) 698-7447 or emailing support@uship.com.

Thank you again for bringing this to our attention. Being made aware of situations like yours is essential to maintaining and improving the safety of the uShip marketplace.

Thumbnail of user pattys495
Wisconsin
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December 30th, 2023

UShip provides independent drivers to bud on jobs. I started w/driver below 3 rating, and his reply included what as a customer was an inappropriate response to my price/info of what was to be delivered. Then received a bud within my price range by a driver with a 5 rating and he deserves all of them. Tim was the utmost professional from start to finish. Thank you again, Tim for making my experience shipping personal furniture items such a positive experience. This driver is a true professional at his craft!

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Brittney H. – uShip Rep

Hi Patty,

Thank you for the review! We're so glad to hear you had a great experience with the carrier you matched with on uShip. We look forward to working with you again in the future.

Thumbnail of user petel262
Colorado
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March 24th, 2024
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Loved the service. I was able to pick the best carrier that worked for me for a great price. Thanks!

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Thumbnail of user danielm.cohen
California
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December 21st, 2023

It took a while to get started with the process, but when i got fouled up a helpful phone assistant helped. The shipper delivered terrific service throughout the process. My small sailboat came on time and in excellent condition. I would use uShip again, anytime. You just have to evaluate the people who respond to your request.

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Brittney H. – uShip Rep

Hi Dan,

Thank you for taking the time to give us a review! We value your business and look forward to working with you again in the near future.

Thumbnail of user beverlyr630
Georgia
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January 10th, 2024

Contractor failed to deliver my items as promised picked up my items on 12/16, sand stated he would deliver approximately 12-21-12/24/23. He delivered items on 1/4/2023. I was pushed for time and getting my items late.

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Brittney H. – uShip Rep

Hi Beverly,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us regarding your recent experience. We value all feedback, both positive and negative, as it helps us identify areas for improvement and deliver better service.

We apologize for the delays you experienced with your carrier. Though uShip is a neutral third party that gives consumers the ability to connect with independent carriers, we do our best to assist when situations like this arise. We understand how frustrating and inconvenient this must have been, and we sincerely apologize.

If you have any further concerns or would like to discuss your experience in more detail, please feel free to reach out to us at (800) 698-7447 or support@uship.com.

Thank you again for bringing this to our attention.

Thumbnail of user reylopez.nico
Pennsylvania
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April 1st, 2024

This was my first time using this service to get my car to Florida. Able to work with flexibility and adapt to situations.

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Thumbnail of user geoffs168
Virginia
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February 15th, 2024

Very happy with the whole experience from start to finish. UShip put me in touch with dozens of professional movers at very good prices, the hardest part was deciding which one to use.

Thumbnail of user mfriedl1
Virginia
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January 1st, 2024

I've shipped personal cars previously and the UShip platform works well. Ultimately shipping is a per mile, logistical business. Have patience as it's not an exact science so the pickup and delivery is never exact. May be few days earlier or later than you expect. The hauler was super nice and the pickup/delivery was perfect using an open rig.

Thanks again and I'll need a return quote in 6 months!

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Brittney H. – uShip Rep

Hi Mike,

Thank you for the great review! We're so glad to see you had a great experience shipping your vehicle through uShip. We look forward to working with you again in the future.

Thumbnail of user borssteve
South Carolina
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November 14th, 2023

I sold a lexus SC 300 bumper and hood on eBay and under bid the shipping cost to JB Hunt $289 estimate. But to ship in reality would cost $650 -$700. U Ship helped me work with my customer and get the load ship for a total of only $440 everything included. JB Hunt didn't even call me back. Thanks uShip

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Nice deal!

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Brittney H. – uShip Rep

Hi Steve,

Thank you for your review and for choosing uShip. We're delighted to have met your expectations, and we look forward to the opportunity to work with you again.

Thumbnail of user klmluxuryconsignment
Indiana
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March 2nd, 2024

Uship has been great for my small business. I sell "preloved" luxury furniture and Uship has made it easier for me to ship all over the Country and allowing me to expand my business!

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Thumbnail of user ryanb904
Illinois
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June 21st, 2021
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You will never pay what you're quoted. They compete for a low rate then add on extras later. This has happened more than once with them saying weights are off, residential vs commercial when absolutely all the details were given. We have a pallet scale. I would avoid using uship at all costs they will not stand behind their customers at all.

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Thumbnail of user mattwitt
Texas
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October 11th, 2023
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First time UShip user, but have used a variety of privately contracted shippers in the past. It was extremely easy, I had my shipment quickly, and it was at a better price than I'm accustomed to with the commercial jobbers. This individual carrier was quick, responsive, and helpful. This is my new go to for shipping.

Thumbnail of user shannone132
Montana
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January 22nd, 2021

Be careful of shipping scams through UShip!

My shipment was stolen by the carrier and UShip provided no effective assistance. After filing police reports, retracing phony stories, and dealing with the fact that my treasured items were most likely at a pawn shop and I would receive no reimbursement, my only recourse is to warn others.

My shipping provider was a criminal and UShip takes no responsibility for scams like this operating under their umbrella. In fact, UShip blocked me so I can't even communicate with them. It has been a sickening experience.

My advice is to use a different company and do your research on the movers before booking. UShip will happily hang you out to dry.

Thumbnail of user debbiew1123
Florida
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November 26th, 2023

I'm a first time user of uship and I am really glad I found them. I needed a travel trailer delivered to FL. From TX and I was calling independent companies and getting really high quotes. I found uship and listed it and was surprised at how many companies responded. My final bid that I accepted was more than half of what I was quoted calling companies on my own. I'm confused by the negative reviews, the customer is the one who selects the shipper they want to use and it's up to you to use your due diligence and check them out throughly before accepting their offer. I bypassed and declined a few that I didn't feel confident after reading their reviews. The lowest bid is not always the best shipper.

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Brittney H. – uShip Rep

Hi Debbie,

Thank you for the review! We're glad to hear you had a great experience and look forward to working with you again soon.

Thumbnail of user blainen1
Idaho
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January 12th, 2024

I engaged in Uship's service to transport my BMW from a dealership to my San Diego home. Unfortunately, the experience was subpar – lack of communication, a significant delay in delivery, and the delivery occurring in the dark. Despite paying extra for coverage, my car arrived with a cracked back window. I reached out to the BMW dealership and they said there was no broken windows on the car. The shipper refused my claim, stating it wasn't their responsibility. I've contacted the BBB and plan to involve the district attorney's office in Austin, Texas. This seems like an insurance issue, and I'm dissatisfied with the service provided.

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Since they won’t do my claim, they can at least give me my money back that I paid for the coverage.

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Brittney H. – uShip Rep

Hi Blaine,

It appears the uShip Protection Plan case was denied based on the information provided. If you have supplementary documentation to provide or would like to submit an appeal, you can do so within 30 days from the notice of denial. To move forward with that process, please respond to the email entitled uShip Protection Plan: Case Denied.

-uShip Support

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uShip is a worldwide online transportation marketplace connecting those that need things shipped to those who do the shipping. In minutes you can create a free listing to have your item(s) shipped, choose to let potential transporters bid on your shipment or view estimates.

Business History

People and businesses use uShip because it’s easy and affordable to price, book, and ship everything from cars to cranes, freight to furniture, and households to horses—whether it’s going local or long distance.

Our shipping marketplace helps you connect with trusted, feedback-rated service providers of all kinds—large companies, small fleets, single-truck owners and even roadtrippers—that compete for your business and offer extra cargo space at a discount.
Many great companies started in a garage. uShip started in the back of a rent-a-truck. In 2001, Matt Chasen and his then fiancé, Heather, were moving from Seattle to Austin. The 9 ft. Van Matt ordered was sold out, leaving them with an enormous 20 ft. Truck.

Along that 2,500-mile drive, Matt remembered the large family heirloom armoire he’d tried–and failed–to ship a year earlier due to the astronomic shipping cost. That’s when he had his lightbulb moment that he’d become intent on solving: creating a way online to efficiently connect people’s large shipments with empty truck space so both parties win.

Matt would go on to make this his focus at business school, where he met fellow students Jay Manickam and Mickey Millsap. The trio honed the idea, and in 2004, they launched uShip.com.

uShip is based in Austin, Texas, with European headquarters in Amsterdam.

Every 30 seconds a new shipment is listed on uShip worldwide.

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