Packing is the part of moving people put off the longest, then regret rushing. Boxes get mismatched with rooms, fragile items go in without enough padding, and unpacking becomes its own multi-day project once you're in the new place. A number of Melbourne removalists now build packing and unpacking directly into their service, so the whole job, boxes and all, is handled by one crew. 

Key takeaways: 

• Full packing and unpacking is usually priced on top of standard hourly moving rates, so confirm this separately when quoting. 
• Companies differ on whether packing materials are included or charged per box. 
• Reviews across Google, Oneflare and similar platforms are one of the more reliable ways to judge consistency, since one-off good jobs are common but repeat praise is not. 
• For interstate moves, packing quality matters even more, since items spend longer in transit. 
• Below is a practical rundown of ten Melbourne-serving removalists worth comparing if packing and unpacking is part of what you're after. 

1. Melbourne Cheap Movers 

Melbourne Cheap Movers has been running since 2007 and has completed more than 70,000 moves across the city, backed by over 1,200 Google reviews. Packing and moving boxes, bubble wrap and packing paper are supplied as standard, and the crew also handles unpacking of furniture once you're in the new place. Rates start from $60 per half hour for a two-tonne van and scale up depending on the truck size your move needs. Dismantling and reassembly of beds, tables and wardrobes is available on request, which is worth flagging upfront if you have bulky furniture that won't fit through doorways assembled. 

2. Move My Stuff 

Move My Stuff is widely regarded as a strong Removalist Melbourne option when review consistency is the measure. It holds a 4.7 rating across more than 4,900 Google reviews and has completed over 108,000 moves since 2008 out of its Campbellfield base. Its packing service is flexible: the crew can pack everything right before the move, pack on a separate day, or you can supply your own boxes and only pay for materials actually used. Every truck carries moving blankets, straps, shrink wrap and a trolley as standard, and pricing is published upfront with no depot fees, which removes one of the more common sources of moving-day disputes. 

3. Book A Mover 

Book A Mover has operated since 2007 and runs directly across Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne with GPS-tracked vehicles and upfront pricing shown before you book. Packing and unpacking is listed as a dedicated service, where the crew can supply materials, pack your belongings, and unpack again at the new address. Local moves are billed by the half hour starting from $65, and the company also runs fixed-rate interstate removals, which suits anyone moving in or out of Melbourne rather than just around it. 

4. Shift Buddies 

Shift Buddies is based in Brisbane but runs regular interstate routes connecting to Melbourne, and packing and unpacking is one of its core listed services, with packing materials supplied as standard. Reviewers consistently mention careful handling of furniture and a friendly, communicative crew. If your move involves Melbourne as one end of an interstate relocation rather than a purely local job, this is a reasonable one to get a comparison quote from. 

5. Super Cheap Interstate Removals 

Super Cheap Interstate Removals focuses specifically on long-distance moves, along with backloading and car transport options. For anyone leaving Melbourne for another state, or arriving from one, proper packing matters more than on a short local move simply because items are on the road for longer. Their site runs a live price calculator, which is a quick way to get a ballpark figure before committing to a full quote. 

6. Melbourne Movers Removals 

Melbourne Movers Removals is another local operator worth requesting a quote from if you're comparing options. As with most companies on this list, it's worth confirming directly whether packing and unpacking is included in a standard quote or billed as an add-on, since this detail varies by provider and by the size of the move. 

7. Get n Go Removals 

Get n Go Removals is active in the Melbourne moving market and worth a call if you're gathering multiple quotes. Ask specifically about packing materials, whether unpacking at the destination is available, and what their cancellation or rescheduling policy looks like before locking in a date. 

8. Two Men (Melbourne) 

Two Men runs a Melbourne removalist service and is another option to check availability with, particularly for smaller jobs where a two-person crew is sufficient. As with any smaller-crew service, confirm truck size and packing capacity match the size of your move before booking. 

9. Move4Cheap 

Move4Cheap operates in the Melbourne market, including interstate options. Given the name signals a budget focus, it's worth double-checking exactly what's included at the quoted rate versus what counts as an extra, packing and unpacking included. 

10. Movers Buddy 

Movers Buddy rounds out this list as a Melbourne removalist worth a quote request, especially if you're comparing smaller, more flexible operators against the larger, longer-established names above. 

Questions to Ask Before You Book 

Whichever removalist you shortlist, the same few questions tend to separate a smooth move from a stressful one: 

• Is packing charged per hour, per box, or as a flat fee? 
• Are boxes, tape and bubble wrap included, or billed separately? 
• Does the crew pack fragile items like TVs and artwork, or is that outsourced? 
• Is insurance cover included for items the removalist packs, not just items you packed yourself? 

Conclusion 

For a local Melbourne move with time on your side, partial packing (fragile and bulky items only) combined with DIY packing for the rest usually gives the best value. For interstate moves or anyone short on time, full packing and unpacking removes a genuine amount of stress even though it costs more.  

Get two or three quotes, confirm exactly what's included in writing, and book early, since packing crews need extra time on-site compared to a standard load-and-go move.