Home Depot Moving Boxes: Prices, Sizes, and More - Moving.com (2024)

Not sure where to start when it comes to sourcing boxes for your upcoming move? There are a few different ways to get the moving supplies that you need, and it’s a good idea to do a bit of research before making your pick so that you can ensure you get the quality, selection, and pricing that makes the most sense for your situation. To help you do it, we’ve outlined the basics of what you need to know about Home Depot moving boxes—one of the most popular options among movers—including how much they cost and what sets them apart from the competition.

But first, let’s talk options.

If you’re looking to purchase boxes from a big box store, you have a few retailers to choose from, including:

• • Home Depot
  • Lowe’s
  • Staples
  • Office Depot
  • Walmart
  • Target

These stores vary quite a bit in terms of what they offer, as well as pricing and convenience. What sets Home Depot moving boxes apart is that there is a wide selection available right in store, and it’s easy to browse online and then come in and pick up exactly what you need. (Just use our packing calculator first so you can be sure to get the right number and size(s) of boxes.)

As for all of the details, here’s the lowdown on Home Depot moving boxes, including some pros and cons of purchasing your supplies there.

What Sets Home Depot Moving Boxes Apart?

In terms of price and selection, Home Depot moving boxes are pretty comparable to Lowe’s—their most direct competitor. Both home improvement retailers offer a wide variety of moving box sizes, with boxes made of high-quality corrugated cardboard that—barring any unforeseen damage—should hold up very well over the course of your move.

Where Home Depot stands out however is in their online experience. In addition to showing you what’s available, all of the listings for Home Depot moving boxes include dimensions and a quick look at what’s available in your local store. If your nearest store doesn’t have what you need, you can either pay a fee to have the boxes shipped right to your home or have them delivered to your local Home Depot store at no cost.

If you buy too many boxes and don’t end up needing them all, Home Depot will allow you to return your extras for a refund—so be sure to keep your receipt. As another bonus, all Home Depot moving boxes are made from 100% recycled materials.

Home Depot Moving Box Sizes and Prices

Now it’s time to get into the nitty gritty of what’s available with Home Depot moving boxes.

Home Depot offers five standard box size options, as well as specialty moving supplies like heavy duty boxes, moving box kits, and wardrobe boxes. If you’d rather go with plastic bins those are available too, and while they’re a touch pricier, they’re perfect for using for storage in your new home—and a good way to undertake a zero-waste move.

As for the basics around the traditional selection of Home Depot moving boxes, here’s what to know:

Extra Small Boxes

Size: 15” x 12” x 10”
Price: $0.78 each
Weight limit: Up to 65 pounds

Small Boxes

Size: 16” x 12” x 12”
Price: $0.98 each
Weight limit: Up to 65 pounds

Small Boxes – Heavy Duty

Size: 16” x 12” x 12”
Price: $1.78 each
Weight limit: Up to 85 pounds

Medium Boxes

Size: 22” x 16” x 15”
Price: $1.48 each
Weight limit: Up to 65 pounds

Medium Boxes – Heavy Duty

Size: 22” x 16” x 15”
Price: $2.68 each
Weight limit: Up to 85 pounds

Large Boxes

Size: 18” x 18” x 24”
Price: $1.78 each
Weight limit: Up to 65 pounds

Large Boxes – Heavy Duty

Size: 18” x 18” x 24”
Price: $3.68 each
Weight limit: Up to 85 pounds

Extra Large

Size: 22” x 22” x 21”
Price: $2.48 each
Weight limit: Up to 65 pound

Extra Large – Heavy Duty

Size: 22” x 22” x 21”
Price: $4.98 each
Weight limit: Up to 85 pounds

Need lots of boxes? When it comes to buying your Home Depot moving boxes in bundles, we found that it was actually cheaper to buy boxes in units of one, instead of the available 10 packs or 25 packs.

Moving Box Kits

Home Depot also sells moving box kits that can help take the guesswork out of the packing supplies that you need to secure for your move. These kits range from $23.92 to $422.49 depending on the number of supplies, and include a selection of boxes as well as additional packing materials like packing tape, packing paper, air-filled plastic cushioning.

So are these kits a good deal? It depends. We recommend that you price out what you need to get as if you were to buy everything separately and then compare it to the price of the kit. From there, you can just go with the cheaper option.

Specialty Moving Boxes

Another perk of buying your moving boxes from Home Depot is that they offer specialty boxes as well. Here’s what you can find.

Wardrobe boxes. Available both in standard (24” x 24” x 34” at $12.68 each) and tall, heavy duty (24” x 24” x 44” at $17.68 each). Both options include a metal hanging bar and handles.

TV and picture boxes. Home Depot has three options for moving art and/or TVs, and all of the boxes are adjustable so that you can ensure a snug fit. Sizes range from medium to extra-large, and are all heavy-duty. Prices range from $16.48 to $34.98, and two packs are available as well.

Other Moving Supplies You’ll Need to Get

Whether or not you get them from Home Depot, moving boxes are a must for your move—but so are a few other key essentials. Here are the other moving supplies you’ll want to be sure to gather as you prep, pack, and transport all of your stuff.

• • Packing tape
  • Packing paper
  • Plastic wrap
  • Bubble cushioning
  • Plastic baggies
  • Small tool set
  • Labeling markers

In some cases, you can use items that you already have around your home to serve as packing supplies—for example, using towels, linens, and socks to wrap fragile items and line boxes. Some corners you don’t want to cut though, such as using standard tape to seal your boxes instead of designated packing tape. Trust us, it’s worth spending the few dollars there!

You’ll also need some supplies for moving day itself. Not all of these may be necessary (especially if you hired movers), though most of this stuff can be rented at Home Depot, so ask about them if you choose to buy your moving boxes there. These include:

• • Hand truck/dolly
  • Furniture pads/moving blankets
  • Lifting straps
  • Cargo straps
  • Ramp

How to Buy Home Depot Moving Boxes

If you’ve decided that Home Depot is the way to go for purchasing your moving boxes, then your next step is going to be figuring out exactly what you need in terms of size and quantity. From there, it’s a good idea to check online first to see if your nearest store has your items in stock. If they don’t, check out the next closest store, or schedule them for delivery either to your house or to a nearby Home Depot location.

Remember, you can get a refund from Home Depot on boxes you don’t use. For that reason, only set up boxes as you go to fill them so that you don’t accidentally damage a box and make it non-returnable. Keep your receipt handy, too!