The most useful moving apps cover five jobs: finding a home (Zillow), planning the move and comparing movers (MoveAdvisor), selling items you will not take (OfferUp), tracking what is in each box (Sortly), and hiring help to lift, pack or assemble furniture (Taskrabbit). All five offer free downloads; some features cost extra.
Key Takeaways
- Zillow lists homes for sale and rent across the US and gives automated value estimates called Zestimates.
- MoveAdvisor (by World Media Group) combines a week-by-week moving timeline, a room-by-room inventory and a mover directory; some users report unwanted sales calls after requesting quotes.
- OfferUp is a local buy-and-sell marketplace based in Bellevue, Washington, that absorbed letgo in 2020.
- Sortly’s free plan tracks up to 100 unique items; QR label creation starts on its paid Advanced plan (as of October 2026).
- Taskrabbit, owned by IKEA since 2017, books local helpers for moving, packing and furniture assembly; its moving help starts at $40 an hour, according to the company.
Moving to a new home involves dozens of tasks, from finding a property to forwarding mail, and it is easy to lose track of them. This is especially true if you have no plan in place and you have no idea what steps to take right from the beginning. Mobile apps can take over much of that planning: listing searches, checklists, inventories, selling unwanted items and booking help.
So, if you’re relocating to a new home anytime soon, below are the top mobile apps you can use to ensure a successful transition.
Zillow
When you decide to relocate, then you need to find a new house where you can make it a home. Searching for the right place to live can take weeks, especially if you are moving to an area you do not know well. But, by using the Zillow app on your phone, you can make the whole search process a seamless one.
Instead of browsing for information on the web, all you have to do is explore the app and check the available home listings in your area. Zillow listings typically show the price, photos, floor area and the listing agent, and many homes also carry a Zestimate, Zillow’s automated value estimate, which is a starting point rather than an appraisal.
Move Advisor
When it comes to organizing your move, downloading the Move Advisor app on your phone can be a good idea. With this app’s ability to help you create a moving checklist, you’ll never lose track of all the tasks and ensure that everything is completed on time without delays.
Also, when you use Move Advisor, you can take advantage of its home inventory tool by allowing you to create your own list of inventory.
Lastly, if you decide to seek professional help for your moving and storage needs, this mobile software can also help you find the right Brooklyn moving company with storage or wherever you may be. Move Advisor includes a directory of moving companies with reviews, ratings and contact details. Some App Store reviewers report unwanted sales calls from movers after submitting quote requests, so read the app’s privacy terms first and check any interstate mover’s registration yourself.
OfferUp
Moving isn’t complete without decluttering. Given the costs associated with relocating, purging down your stuff can be a good way to save money on the expenses and some hassle from transporting many boxes to your new location.
Thankfully, in today’s modern world, getting rid of unwanted items doesn’t need to be difficult. By installing the OfferUp app on your mobile phone, you can eliminate all the things you no longer want from the comfort of your home.
Just post some photos of your items along with the description and price and wait until a prospective buyer messages you. Selling locally this way can reduce what you pay to move and raise some cash. Meet buyers in a public place and accept payment before handing over an item.
Sortly
Generally, Sortly is one of the popular mobile apps for moving. That’s because of the benefits it offers in terms of packing all your stuff during the relocation. When you use this app, packing can run smoothly and more efficiently.
For instance, you can keep your boxes organized by using Sortly’s ability to categorize your items based on categories in their respective moving boxes.
Additionally, Sortly’s paid plans can generate QR code labels: stick one on each box and scan it to see the contents without opening it. As of October 2026, Sortly’s pricing page lists a free plan for up to 100 unique items, with QR label creation starting on the Advanced plan.
TaskRabbit
Of course, moving to a new home has to be convenient and comfortable. This means you should relocate to a new living space that feels and looks like home for you.
In order to do this, you may have to carry out some home improvement projects such as roof and flooring repairs, interior designing, bathroom and kitchen remodel, and many more.
But, regardless of the home upgrades you want to make, it’s important to hire dedicated professionals who can take care of the jobs for you. And to streamline the search, installing the TaskRabbit app can be a good catch.
That’s because it can help you connect with a variety of home contractors whom you can work with for your home upgrades.
Conclusion
Indeed, technology has helped people move to their new homes with ease. With the advent of several mobile apps such as the ones listed above, you can achieve a more positive moving experience from start to finish. Pick the apps that match the parts of your move that worry you most, and check each one’s current pricing and privacy terms before you rely on it.
Which Moving App Should You Use for Each Task?
Each app on this list covers one stage of a move. The table below matches the task to the app and notes what costs money, based on each company’s own pages as of October 2026.
| Moving task | App | What it does | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finding a home | Zillow | Listings for sale and rent, Zestimate value estimates, rental applications | Free to browse |
| Planning and comparing movers | MoveAdvisor | Week-by-week timeline, room-by-room inventory, mover directory, weight and box estimates | Free app |
| Decluttering | OfferUp | Post photos, a description and a price; buyers message you | Free to list |
| Packing and box tracking | Sortly | Item inventory by category, QR code box labels | Free plan up to 100 items; QR labels on paid plans |
| Moving help and home tasks | Taskrabbit | Help moving, packing, furniture assembly, junk removal | Moving help from $40 an hour; rates vary by Tasker |
What Each Moving App Does Best
Zillow: home search
Zillow is a Seattle-based real estate marketplace that launched in 2006. According to Wikipedia’s summary of the company, its database covers about 160 million US homes, and it also runs a rental marketplace and a mortgage arm, Zillow Home Loans. Zillow closed its home-buying business, Zillow Offers, in November 2021, so the app is a search and listings tool rather than a direct buyer. For more on choosing an agent once you find a home, see these red flags when choosing a real estate agent.
MoveAdvisor: checklist, inventory and mover search
MoveAdvisor is a free app published by World Media Group. Its App Store listing describes a week-by-week moving timeline with reminders, a virtual room-by-room inventory, shipment weight calculations, moving box and furniture blanket estimates, and a list of moving companies with reviews. The listing showed version 2.0.9, released in March 2025, and a 3.3 out of 5 rating when checked in October 2026.
OfferUp: selling what you will not move
OfferUp is a local buy-and-sell marketplace founded in 2011 and based in Bellevue, Washington. It merged with rival app letgo in 2020, with the apps combined in August 2020. The newest user figure Wikipedia reports is 20 million monthly active users in September 2021.
Sortly: tracking what is in every box
Sortly is an inventory app that lets you photograph and categorize items, then group them by box or room. As of October 2026, Sortly’s pricing page lists a free plan (100 unique items), an Advanced plan with unlimited QR code label creation, and Ultra and Premium plans that add barcode labels. Paid prices change with promotions, so check the current pricing page before subscribing.
Taskrabbit: hiring help
Taskrabbit started in Boston in 2008 as RunMyErrand and was acquired by IKEA in September 2017. Its moving category includes help moving, truck-assisted help moving, packing and unpacking, furniture assembly and junk removal. The company says moving help starts at $40 an hour, with rates set by each Tasker, and that Taskers are background-checked. Taskrabbit operates in the US, Canada, the UK and several European countries.
How to Use Moving Apps Step by Step
- Six to eight weeks out: shortlist homes on Zillow and set up a timeline in MoveAdvisor.
- Four to six weeks out: list items you will not move on OfferUp, and get quotes from movers.
- Two to four weeks out: start packing and log each box in Sortly; book any Taskrabbit help.
- Two weeks out: file a change of address. The US Postal Service charges a $1.25 identity verification fee online, recommends allowing up to two weeks, and forwards First-Class Mail for 12 months (as of October 2026).
- Moving day and after: scan box labels as you unpack and book helpers for assembly or repairs.
For a fuller task list, see this packing and moving checklist and the guide on how to calculate moving costs.
How to Check a Mover Found Through an App
A mover directory inside an app is a starting point, not a guarantee. For moves between US states, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requires moving companies to have a USDOT number and be registered with FMCSA; brokers, which arrange moves but do not carry goods, must register as brokers. FMCSA’s Protect Your Move search tool shows a company’s registration status, headquarters and complaint information. Our guide to mistakes to avoid when hiring a moving company covers the rest.
Common Mistakes With Moving Apps
- Requesting quotes in several apps without reading their privacy terms, which can lead to many sales calls.
- Treating a Zestimate as a valuation; it is an automated estimate.
- Waiting until packing day to start an inventory, when it is hardest to keep up.
- Assuming paid features are free; check plan limits first.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best app for moving house?
No single app covers a whole move. Zillow suits home search, MoveAdvisor suits planning and mover comparison, OfferUp suits decluttering, Sortly suits box tracking, and Taskrabbit suits booking help with lifting, packing or assembly.
Is there a free moving checklist app?
Yes. MoveAdvisor is free on the App Store and includes a week-by-week moving timeline with reminders and a room-by-room inventory.
How do I keep track of what is in my moving boxes?
Use an inventory app such as Sortly to log the items in each box. Sortly’s free plan covers up to 100 unique items, and its paid plans generate QR code labels you can scan to see contents (as of October 2026).
How much does Taskrabbit charge for moving help?
Taskrabbit says moving help starts at $40 an hour, but each Tasker sets their own rate, so prices vary by location and task (as of October 2026).
How do I check if a moving company is legitimate?
For interstate moves in the US, confirm the company has a USDOT number and is registered with the FMCSA using its Protect Your Move search tool, which also shows complaint information.
