Yeah it is time to move! Now one of the first big decisions is what to pack your belongings in. Do you go with cardboard boxes, or do you take the modern, eco-friendly approach with reusable rental totes? Both have their pros and cons, but if you’re looking for convenience, durability, and sustainability, rental totes are quickly becoming the smarter choice
The Case for Cardboard Boxes
Cardboard boxes have been the moving standard for decades. They’re easy to find, lightweight, and inexpensive in the short term. However, they come with some downsides:
- They often tear or crush easily, especially with heavier items.
- They aren’t waterproof, leaving your belongings vulnerable to spills or rain.
- Most boxes are used once and then thrown away, which creates unnecessary waste.
For single-use packing, cardboard may work—but it’s not always the most reliable or eco-friendly option.
Why More People Are Switching to Rental Totes
Reusable rental totes are sturdy plastic bins designed specifically for moving. Totes can be stacked, carried with built-in handles, and reused up to 400 times before being recycled.
Here’s why renters, homeowners, students, and even businesses are making the switch:
- Durability: No more worrying about boxes breaking mid-move.
- Eco-Friendly: One tote replaces hundreds of cardboard boxes over its lifetime.
- Convenience: We deliver totes to your door and pick them up after your move—no more flattening or tossing boxes.
- Cost-Effective: While cardboard boxes add up in cost (especially if you buy tape and supplies), rental totes often save money in the long run.
Ready to see what rental totes look like? Check out our full list of moving rental products and find the package that fits your move.
The best part about tote rentals is that they’re flexible. Whether you’re moving homes, offices, students, or even working with clients as a realtor, there’s a package designed just for you.
- Moving homes? Explore our home moving packages.
- Planning an office or commercial move? We’ve got office packages.
- Realtors love gifting clients our real estate packages.
- Students can save time and money with our student packages.
At the end of the day, both cardboard boxes and rental totes can get the job done. But if you want less waste, more convenience, and a stress-free moving experience, rental totes are the smarter choice.
Ready to Make Your Move Smarter?
Not sure how many totes you’ll need? Use our free tote calculator to figure out the right number for your home size.
Moving is already stressful—you don’t need flimsy boxes or piles of cardboard to add to the chaos. Reusable rental totes give you strength, sustainability, and simplicity all in one. Plus, with delivery and pickup included, they make your move more efficient from start to finish! Move with less stress–check out Box Rental Express.