Planning a move isn’t easy. Executing it is even more difficult, and the relocation industry can be a nasty business that could add to your troubles. There are a lot of fake moving companies that can be hard to discern, and stories of consumers being cheated by them are quite commonplace.
It is a sector where technologically, they are still in 2005. They have not modernised their process or their services, so gullible consumers are more often cheated than not. This is true for the vast majority of them, some of them, on the other hand, are looking to revolutionise and modernise the game, and one of them is AssureShift.
AssureShift is an online platform that hosts a network of relocation companies that are genuine and verified. Since this is a potential solution for the problems that reside in the relocation industry, we thought we would give it a try and review it for you.
What is AssureShift?
AssureShift, in essence, is a platform that connects consumers to suitable relocation companies based on their requirements. It has more than a hundred movers onboard, specialising in various niches. Depending on what you need during your relocation, AssureShift will recommend moving companies that meet your requirements.
Although the company is based out of Bangalore, they have active partners in every major city in the country. So, you can avail of their services in more than 20 major cities in India. This way, you get connected to a relocation company that is reliable, genuine and has the services that you are looking for.
The way they do this is with a state of the art software that goes through your requirements to come up with three suitable relocation companies based on it, making it easier and more convenient for you.
How to Get Started
The platform is simple to use. All you need to do is go to their website and select the city you want to move from. You will be redirected to the particular city page. You can compare the relocation companies to pick one that you like.
The best way to do it, however, would be to go to the city page and just select where you want to move. You can then give them the details of your requirement, and their software will churn through that data to give you three options that suit your requirements the best. You can then select one of them for your move.
For example, if you are planning to move from Bangalore to Delhi, just search AssureShift packers and movers Bangalore go to their Bangalore page, select outside the city under where you want to move and fill in your details.
If you are not tech-savvy, you don’t have to worry about that, either. You can simply call them on the number displayed on the top right can submit your details verbally.
Why Choose AssureShift
There are quite a few reasons why I would personally use their services again. It is simple to use, the responses are quick, it’s safe and above all, totally trustworthy. Trust is a big problem when it comes to relocation, and AssureShift has hit it right on the money when it comes to that.
There are, however, a lot of other reasons as well, so let’s see what they are.
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100% Safe and Reliable
Trust, safety and reliability seem to be at the core of their entire operation, and the attention paid there shows in the results. The moving companies are vetted thoroughly. The rankings are based on customer feedback, and you have complete transparency maintained by the platform. There are no upselling schemes, no hidden charges or any kind of surge pricing nightmares. You get what you see.
The relocation companies can be tracked at all times, you can get updates directly from AssureShift, and they take a personal interest in keeping your goods safe throughout the journey regardless of the mover or the scale of the move.
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Dedicated Customer Support
This is among the biggest takeaways from my experience with their service. The customer support team they have is quite brilliant. They are friendly, quick to respond and efficient at solving any query I put across.
The best aspect of their support is that they are available through any stage of the move. You can call them before you have even selected a moving partner, during the move, or even after the move is complete. They will solve your issues and answer your queries regardless of whether you are using their service or not.
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A Network of Verified Movers
This is one of their, if not their biggest, selling point. All of the relocation companies listed on their site have undergone thorough vetting. They have a proven track record, years of experience, great reviews and the ability to undertake pretty much any requirement that you have, and there are hundreds of them! This is a big positive in an industry that lacks trust.
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Tailor-Made Services
The other big selling point is the way references are delivered to you. There is no point in having lots of options if they don’t have the service you are looking for. AssureShift helps you save a lot of time by giving you relevant options based on your moving needs.
Their software does all the work behind the scenes to give you three options that fit your particular requirements. So, you don’t have to worry if they can service you. You just have to compare the three of them and select one rather than going through dozens of profiles.
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Value-for-Money
Being economical is one thing, being value for money is something else entirely. AssureShift is the latter. You can’t call it the cheapest option in the market, but the services are definitely worth the money. You get a lot more to go with.
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Easy-to-Use Interface
While this has nothing to do with the move itself, this is definitely a positive. The website is easy to use, the language is simple and clear, and they have options to reach out via phone or Whatsapp if you aren’t tech-savvy enough.
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Lots of Features
Since they are modernising relocation, there must be a lot of features, right? If you are thinking along those lines, you are not gonna be disappointed. You get package tracking facilities, comprehensive insurance, free interim storage, climate-controlled trucks, the lot! You don’t have to pay for some of it, while some others, like insurance and specialised trucks, come with a price tag, and these are clearly defined in the price estimates that you are sent.
The Caveat
While there are many benefits of using AssureShift, there is a caveat as well. After all, no organisation is perfect, and this one isn’t an exception. There are a couple of drawbacks that you may find during your experience with them. The important thing here is that none of them is deal breakers. They can cause inconvenience, but that’s it.
Not Available in Every City
The biggest caveat is that they are not available in every town and city in the country. They are available in all tier I cities and quite a few tier II and tier III cities, but not in each and every one of them. So that can make it inconvenient for you if you stay in a town like Hubli or Miraj. You can, however, move to any corner of the Subcontinent with the help of AssureShift.
The Verdict
The final verdict? I would give AssureShift a thumbs up, and I would definitely recommend it to you guys. The site is easy to use, the recommendations are helpful, the relocation companies are helpful and reliable, and the customer support team is friendly, quick and efficient. While you will need to check if they are available for service in your city, if they are, I don’t see any reason not to use their service unless you own a logistics or packers and movers company yourself.