Man and Van Club vs Compare My Move
One verified mover who quotes privately, or up to six removal companies ringing you to compete. Both are legitimate approaches for different kinds of move. Here is the honest breakdown.
Key Differences
One Call vs Six
Compare My Move passes your details to up to six removal companies, who each contact you to arrange surveys and quotes. With us, only the one mover whose quote you accept ever gets your number.
Different Move Sizes
Big three-bed-plus house removals benefit from several firms surveying and competing. Flats, single items and man and van sized jobs rarely need that circus: one verified mover quoting is faster and calmer.
Privacy by Default
Your name, number and email stay hidden until you accept a quote and pay the booking deposit. Lead-matching only works by sharing your details, so sharing is built into the comparison model.
Side By Side
| Feature | Man and Van Club | Compare My Move |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | A marketplace where one verified mover quotes on your move | A comparison service that passes your details to up to six removal companies |
| Who contacts you | Only the mover whose quote you accept | Up to six firms, who call and email to arrange surveys and quotes |
| Your phone number | Private until you accept a quote and pay the deposit | Shared with each matched company so they can contact you |
| Verification | Insurance, business, contact and service area checks before a mover gets access | Partners pass a six-step verification before joining, per Compare My Move |
| How each side makes money | No commission added on top of the mover's quote | Removal companies pay for the leads they receive |
| Getting a quote | Quote from the details you submit, usually no home survey needed for typical man and van jobs | Quotes often follow a phone call, video survey or home visit |
| Best for | Flats, smaller houses, single items, same-day, man and van sized jobs | Larger three-bed-plus house removals where several firms should survey and compete |
| Beyond removals | Focused on moving and delivery services | Also compares conveyancers, surveyors, storage and house clearance |
| Who they are | UK marketplace headquartered in Walsall, West Midlands | Founded 2012 by Dave Sayce, based in Cardiff |
Information about Compare My Move is based on their publicly available website and company information as of July 2026. Features may change. Always check the platform directly before booking.
When to Choose Which
Choose Man and Van Club if you want:
- A flat move, small house, single item or same-day job handled simply
- One quote from a mover whose insurance we verified before access
- Your contact details kept private until you accept
- No home visit or video survey for a straightforward job
- Zero sales calls: silence until you say yes to a quote
Compare My Move may suit you if you want:
- A large three-bed-plus house move priced by several established firms
- Full home surveys before committing to a price
- Conveyancer, surveyor, storage or clearance quotes alongside your move
- You do not mind a flurry of calls and emails while firms compete
Neither service is a removal company. One introduces you to several firms, the other connects you with one verified mover. Compare My Move says it has helped over 150,000 users since 2012, per its own published figures. The right choice depends mainly on the size of your move and how you feel about sales calls.
Pricing Example
Illustrative example, not a quote
2-Bed House Move, Local
Man and Van Club
You submit postcodes, items and access notes. One verified mover reviews them and quotes, usually without needing a home visit.
£230 – £460
Typical 2026 UK range for a local two or three-bed house move. No fee added on top.
Compare My Move
Up to six firms receive your details and contact you. Prices follow calls or surveys and vary by firm.
Varies by firm
Free to use; firms pay for your lead, a cost typically reflected in their quotes.
Man and Van Club figures reflect typical UK man and van rates for this move type in 2026. Compare My Move does not publish prices: each matched firm quotes individually, so compare real quotes before deciding.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Compare My Move free to use?
Yes, it is free for people moving house. The removal companies on the platform pay to receive your details as a lead, either by subscription or per lead. That marketing cost is real money for the firms, so it is reasonable to assume it is reflected somewhere in the prices they quote you.
How many companies will contact me?
Compare My Move matches your details with up to six removal companies, and each one receives your contact information. Expect several phone calls and emails, often quite quickly after you submit, as each firm competes to book a survey and win the job.
Does Compare My Move vet its removal companies?
Yes. According to public company information, partners go through a six-step verification process before joining their network. Man and Van Club works differently: we verify Goods in Transit insurance, Public Liability insurance, business details, contact information and service areas before a mover can see any customer request, and you can read the full process on our how we vet movers page.
Is Compare My Move a removal company?
No. It is a comparison and lead-generation service founded in 2012 by Dave Sayce, based in Cardiff. It does not carry out moves itself; it introduces you to removal firms who then quote and deliver the work. Man and Van Club is also not a removal company: we are a marketplace where one verified mover quotes on your job directly.
Which is better for a big house move?
For a large three or four bedroom house move, Compare My Move has a genuine advantage: several established removal firms will survey your home and compete properly on a complex job. For flats, smaller houses, single items, same-day and man and van sized jobs, one verified mover quoting from the details you submit is usually faster, with far fewer phone calls.
Will my phone number be shared?
On Compare My Move, yes, that is how the service works: your details go to each matched company so they can contact you to quote. On Man and Van Club your name, number and email stay private and are only released to the single mover whose quote you choose to accept, after your booking deposit is paid.
More honest comparisons
Try Man and Van Club
Submit your move details for free. One verified mover reviews your request and sends a quote. No shared phone number, no sales calls.