Gorilla Bins

All I can say is, THANK GOD I googled «moving boxes NYC» and found Gorilla Bins.
I purchased the bins on a Saturday, and got them on Monday. We chose the one-​bedroom package, and it was the PERFECT amount of bins for me. I would definitely upgrade to the One-​Bedroom (Couples) package if you’re moving for more than one person, because I was moving for basically just myself, plus a couple of boxes for my boyfriend’s clothes. (His other stuff was in storage.)
They give you labels, which are essential, and zip ties (also essential). I only wish they gave us enough zip ties to use 2/​box, but oh well. We used tape on the other boxes. I also like that you can order other moving things with the boxes – we got some bubble wrap, but you can also get a mattress cover or packing paper delivered. The two sizes of boxes were perfect for us, and they are really, really sturdy. Nothing broke during our move, and we didn’t even pack that well.
Also, when we were done moving, I called and had our pick-​up rescheduled for an earlier date, and they were able to pick up the bins the next business day. Next time I move, I will definitely use Gorilla Bins again!

I will never use cardboard moving boxes again — this service is great!
Easy online ordering, friendly drop-​off and pickup. No need to assemble and tape up the boxes like you have to for cardboard. The bins came super clean, stacked neatly and were easy to move on the dolly that I ordered with it. Also great that there’s no need to break them down at the end of the move.

What an amazing service! Highly recommended. The bins were clean and stack up nicely. No more messing with packing tape and constructing cardboard boxes. My movers commented on how easy these bins were to stack up and load onto the truck.
The delivery person was friendly and punctual. Kelly in customer service was friendly and responsive; I had to reschedule my bin pickup for a day earlier and that was a piece of cake thanks to her quick response. Never buy a cardboard box for moving again! Use this service!

We just used these for our move and they were awesome. I’ve never felt more organized on moving day! Their recommended amount of bins was spot on — we used every one, and everything fit. It was also great not having to buy anything extra, as they provided packing paper, bubble wrap, and labels. The bins were very clean and I didn’t hesitate putting things like clothes inside them. But better yet was the service — I’m not sure I’ve had a more friendly delivery person in NYC, even though the day he delivered the bins was so hot he was pouring with sweat bring them up to our third floor apartment. Definitely recommended!

Awesome experience. Very VERY clean bins (seriously, I cleaned them with Clorox to be safe and didn’t pick up any dirt at all), GREAT customer service, friendly delivery and pickup people. Made moving so much easier and they were awesome every step of the way.
Packing tip: The boxes need some clearance at the top to close all the way (the lid sits down a bit), so leave yourself room instead of filling the box to the absolute top and then expecting it to close properly

Kelly from Gorilla Bins is super responsive and if you have any questions or changes, they can totally do it. I’ve ordered from them twice now and the boxes are very sturdy. They come within labels and zips ties and that’s everything you need. For an extra $ 8 each way, they will pick them up from your door if you live in a walk up. They usually text when they are about 20 minutes away so you know when they are coming. The standard length of time is a two week rental, but if you want them to one early, just email and they can. Totally recommended if you’re moving!

Just completed my 2 weeks stint with Gorilla Bins and I would definitely move with them again.
Drop off and pick up is absolutely painless and having no boxes to build/​break down/​dispose of is such a luxury. From a price perspective, these were actually less expensive than the boxes my moving company offered to provide, and I chose Gorilla over the other reusable packing companies because they offered the 2 sized boxes in their standard package and were still priced competitively against those who were offering fewer total boxes and in just 1 size.
Special Honorable Mention goes to Kelly who was super quick to respond to my email requesting a time change to my same-​day pick-​up time.
Only way this whole process could have been easier is if someone physically packed and unpacked for me.

When I first heard about this type of service I thought, what a great idea. It is. Gorilla Binz was our first ever foray into this particular service. The delivery folks were top notch individuals. They had a clear rapport with one another and that spilled over into their interaction with me.
Our move has been somewhat troubled, through no fault of Gorilla Binz. My girlfriend and I opted to move into a new construction building and the D.O.B. sign offs have been delayed and delayed and delayed (etc), for whatever reason.
Through it all Gorilla Binz has worked with us and been understanding of the situation on a human level. That has driven their customer service of our situation to a level that is unimaginably kind.
Honestly, I want to give 6 stars.

Gorilla Bins made my move SO much simpler. The bins were delivered and picked up on time. The same man picked up and delivered the boxes, and he was SO friendly and professional! I highly recommend using this service. I was able to pack up all of my things very quickly without the hassle of building and breaking down boxes.

This service was excellent. Very reliable and great, sturdy, moveable boxes. Everything was easy and the guys who picked up and delivered were friendly and efficient. The boxes were great for moving. Only thing I would hope is that they expand their pick /​drop off days. Right now its only about 3 days per week.

These folks are truly the best. We’ve had a pretty harrowing moving experience, with basically everything going wrong that possibly could (new construction building not ready in time with not enough advance notice, constantly changing projected dates for when we can actually inhabit the place, etc.). Kelly at Gorilla Bins has been so helpful and accommodating with our constantly changing pickup dates, as we are unable to unpack our bins in the new apartment until some final inspections are complete. Aside from the fantastic customer service, these bins are the best idea ever. Packing took so much less time, it’s just a no brainer — and the delivery guys could not have been nicer. Hoping to not have to move again for a while but if and when I do in the future, I will definitely be using them again and have recommended to all of my friends.

Great product and service overall. As others said, the convenience of moving with reusable plastic bins is well worth it. Not only is it good for the environment, but helps protect your stuff, and streamlines the packing process.
The Gorillia Bins guys reliably picked up, and dropped off the bins within the given time frame!
I decided to go with Gorilla Bins over other competitors, because of the two difference size bins option, and I always love supporting a local small business. In the end im not so sure the 2 different size bins were really necessary, although the small bins were easier to carry.
I took of 1 star, because my roommate used bins from Repax, and they seemed to be a bit of a higher quality, especially the zip ties and bin labels, and a ‘dolly’ to move the bins on wheels was included for the same price, or even slightly less. Also, Repax gave my roommate extra labels and zip ties incase of any mistakes, and I only got the exact amount needed. As another reviewer noted, the zip ties Gorilla Bins gives you tend to be a bit small, and are a challenge to fit the large size bins.
Overall i would definitely recommend Gorilla Bins, especially being a local Brooklyn Business!

I’m gonna go out on a whim and say that these guys filter their Unilocal reviews. I made a reservation online for the following day, and was contacted by a «Kelly» who informed me that they needed a 24hr window for reservations. Fair enough. She offered me another window, but I couldn’t accepted it, because I work that day. My bad, I have a job. How rude of me. I suggested another day, to which she responded that «they don’t make deliveries on that day, and I should try Jugglebox or EZBins». Interesting, I’ve never come across a company who literally recommends their customers to go to their direct competitors. Good work ethic. Her lackluster email didn’t suggest any alternative days, either. I’m sure other people might have had a better experience, and I am willing to update this review, but so far? Not impressed.

I highly recommend using Gorilla Bins next time you move!!! Without a doubt!
I for one am never moving without them evah!
It was so easy and they deliver clean and ready to pack bins to your door and pick them up at a time convenient for you. I was worried about the pressure of unloading them so quickly, but really, getting your stuff moved out of boxes sucks as it is, but having them sit around your place is even more annoying, so this is great!
Not to mention I didn’t have to carry used boxes that I collected on the subway the weeks before my move and I didn’t have to buy boxes just to throw them away. That’s pretty awesome! AND, roaches LOVE cardboard boxes (or at least the glue that holds them together) and this is not a concern with the bins!
Movers love them too! Easy to fill, easy to pack, easy to carry. Nuff said!

Just used these guys a month or two ago
Dont be an asshole
Get these bins, make your move easy, your movers will love it and if your a cheap bastard who decided to not use movers then you have no excuse.
Its the same price to get these bins then it is to buy tape and boxes from UHAUL
Fuck wine boxes
Have some self respect

Used Gorilla Bins for a recent move, and would definitely recommend you do the same.
First, as between Gorilla Bins and cardboard boxes, I was skeptical at first, but it turned out to make things so much easier. The bins are much easier to lift (especially when heavy), and protect your stuff. They’re strong enough that you can stack them 4 – 5 high fully loaded and nothing will happen to the stuff inside (try that with cardboard boxes. I’m converted.
Between Gorilla Bins and other reusable bin services, I guess I’ve never tried the others, but Gorilla Bins was significantly cheaper than the other services. Also, the pick up /​drop off was great. They came when they said they would, and even agreed to an earlier pickup because we finished unpacking early.
One tip: You’re probably underestimating the amount of stuff you have. If you’re trying to decide between two packages, err on the side of too many boxes, rather than too little. We found this out the hard way (had extra stuff, had to scrounge up some boxes).
Highly recommended!

Don’t move without Gorilla bins!
I almost went with a different company but decided to go with Gorilla bins because they offered two sizes of bins, a small and a large, and their prices were better.
The bins are much better and easier than going with cardboard boxes. When they are delivered you’ll be amazed at how little space they occupy when stacked. You’ll also appreciate that when you unpack them.
The bins are very sturdy — you can easily stack them on top of each other while full and they don’t break (and neither does your stuff). They have handles built into them which makes them easy to lift — much easier to actually move things around. They come with labels that go on and peel off very easily. They also come with ties so you can «seal» your bins so you don’t have to worry about anything coming out of your bins while your move is in progress.
You know how many bins you rent, so when you get to your destination just count they are all there and you know you have everything. Simple!
At first when I called, I was greeted with a Google voice greeting and I hung up. It didn’t seem like a real business so I was reluctant to go with them. But thinking a little more about it, I realized that these guys are a local business, and just because they aren’t a big company doesn’t mean that they can’t do the job. Actually, it was BETTER. I could email or text them and get a fast response. They were totally flexible, super nice, and conducted themselves professionally.
Examples: I needed a little more time, they offered me some more time before returning the bins at no charge. For a longer extension was a reasonable fee. I paid for mattress covers, then I didn’t need them, they gave me a full refund for them no questions asked.
I highly recommend these guys. They did a great job and made my move much easier.
Final tip: MAKE SURE YOU GET ENOUGH BINS! You’re going to want to save a few bucks by not over-​renting bins, but this is like cell phone minutes people: go over just a tiny bit and get burned. If you run out of gorilla bins (and you’ll be amazed at how many you use) then your mover is going to charge you $ 18-​$ 30 PER BOX. So make sure you get enough bins! Extra is OK! Also make sure to get some of the bigger bins.
I recommend you give a 15−20% tip — these are hard working guys doing an honest job and we should encourage that, support our community and our young people.
Thanks Gorilla Bins!

I was turned on to these guys by a friend. He had used them and couldn’t recommend them more highly. He was right. These reusable boxes really make packing easier. And the guys and sweet lou’s moving loved them. Win/​win scenario. They make your life easier and save the environment. No waste. They have good customer service — Kelly is a pleasure to deal with. Thanks guys!

My husband and I just moved this October. Like everyone, we planned to start packing our 1 bedroom apt slowly throughout the week before our move, and like most people, we left it to the last day…
We got the 1 Bedroom Box Set for our move and we are SO HAPPY!
We literally dumped all our stuff into these super durable boxes and were done!
They’re easy to open and close but will stay closed during the move. So there was no hassle with having to tape the boxes etc.
They came with labels — I recommend sticking them on the top of the lid, it makes it easy to stack the boxes into your different rooms when moving in.
We also got a cover for our mattress (it’s in the additional options when you order), it felt good to know our bed would stay clean during the move.
Unpacking was easy too! All our stuff stayed beautifully intact, the clothes didn’t get all crumpled like they do in cardboard and it was fun to stack the boxes within themselves with each box that we unpacked: like a mini triumph.
The two weeks was a perfect amount of time to keep them: you always have those two or three boxes of stuff that for some reason take you a week to unpack (this especially goes for my husband).
And when they’re picked up, you feel officially home.
Overall, a great concept, a great price (I think it’s the cheapest one out there), excellent service — in the communication and the delivery/​pick-​up process, and easy credit card payment with a receipt on arrival!
A well deserved 5 stars.

Gorilla Bins was my moving savior!
I have, no joke, moved 8 times in the last 5 years. And while I should probably be a pro by now, I have never had an easy, smooth, or painless move. Until my most recent one!
I found Gorilla Bins through College Educated Movers, a moving company a coworker recommended, and could not be more satisfied with my experience.
I ordered boxes for a studio sized move, and fit in all of my things (except hanging clothes and bedding) for my bedroom, bathroom, and hardware/​misc. The bins were delivered in a convenient time slot, were super easy to pack, and even saved me money off my move (since the movers could stack them and use a dolly to transport them). In addition, their customer service (Kelly) is an angel — she was super accomodating in moving out my delivery and moving up my pick up when I was done! They send you a text before they come, and are super friendly/​easy going, and very helpful with carting bins!
Also, they utilize a «pay anywhere» type app to make payment easy and receipts available via e-​mail, which of course makes things much easier when moving.
All in all, I’m totally satisfied and would recommend Gorilla Bins for any move. In the end, you’re going to spend a little more on the bins than you would for traditional cardboard boxes and tape, but the bins are much sturdier, are way easier to move with, and you’re being green!