Budget® Reviews

Kendra S

Ball Ground, GA
Wrote a review on 8/3/2020
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

The truck rental was wonderful- I've used this company location in the past and will use them again if needed.

Distance: 20 mi
Cost: $200
Per. Mile: $10.00
SqFt. Moved: 1,500

Renee N

Roswell, GA
Wrote a review on 8/3/2020
Budget Truck Review
(3 out of 5 rating)

Truck parking lights did not work which delayed our departure. Was not informed that you have to hold the gas pump to get the tank to fill up all the way.

Distance: 600 mi
Cost: $760
Per. Mile: $1.27
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Brian Z

Richmond, VA
Wrote a review on 8/3/2020
Budget Truck Review
(2 out of 5 rating)

My truck leaked on me in the cab!

Distance: 640 mi
Cost: $300
Per. Mile: $0.47
SqFt. Moved: 1,000

Colleen H

Arvada, CO
Wrote a review on 8/1/2020
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

Quick and easy pickup

Distance: 40 mi
Cost: $165
Per. Mile: $4.13
SqFt. Moved: 1,000

Marek S

Fox Island, WA
Wrote a review on 7/29/2020
Budget Truck Review
(2 out of 5 rating)

Was really disappointed with Budget Truck Rental on this long-distance move. The truck was old, dirty, had tons of trash and dust in the trailer. The cabin was marked as "quiet cabin" but it was anything but that. Customer service was a joke. When picking up the truck the person at the counter had no clue about trucks. When we had to call customer service, we were forced to go through a maze of calling options just to reach a human being (after a long wait). We were in a time crunch so were forced to go with them, but would never use Budget again (and would not recommend them to anyone).

Distance: 800 mi
Cost: $2,200
Per. Mile: $2.75
SqFt. Moved: 2,300

Kari M

Fort Worth, TX
Wrote a review on 7/27/2020
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

A decent rental truck for the money. Insurance is crazy expensive.

Distance: 775 mi
Cost: $560
Per. Mile: $0.72
SqFt. Moved: 725

Karen Joan G

Los Angeles, CA
Wrote a review on 7/25/2020
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

Driving the 26 foot truck myself. Budget upgraded me from a 16 footer. No complaints on pickup.

Distance: 3,000 mi
Cost: $3,000
Per. Mile: $1.00
SqFt. Moved: 2,000

Nisse C

Chicago, IL
Wrote a review on 7/24/2020
Budget Truck Review
(1 out of 5 rating)

Terrible service with Budget rental trucks. 4 employees all complaining and yelling at one another. Had to wait over 45 min and there wasn’t a line! Truck was disgusting and not clean at all. I will never rent a moving truck from Budget again.

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John H

Fairfax, VA
Wrote a review on 7/24/2020
Budget Truck Review
(2 out of 5 rating)

The cargo and cab areas of the budget rental truck leaked badly during a rain storm.

Distance: 225 mi
Cost: $500
Per. Mile: $2.22
SqFt. Moved: 3,500

John H

Trenton, NJ
Wrote a review on 7/24/2020
Budget Truck Review
(2 out of 5 rating)

The truck cargo area and cab leaked during a rain storm. The cab leaked so bad around the top of the driver's side door that rain literally poured in and soaked me and my clothes.

Distance: 225 mi
Cost: $500
Per. Mile: $2.22
SqFt. Moved: 3,500

Keith D

Brighton, MA
Wrote a review on 7/22/2020
Budget Truck Review
(3 out of 5 rating)

Chose Budget because their rates were slightly lower than competitors; considering the cab of our truck leaked when it rained, was very loud, and the truck did not have cruise control, I'd say the price difference wasn't worth it.

Distance: 1,400 mi
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Sara H

Flemington, NJ
Wrote a review on 7/21/2020
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

They didn't have the dolly I paid for.

Distance: 31 mi
Cost: $175
Per. Mile: $5.65
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Stephanie M

Sacramento, CA
Wrote a review on 7/20/2020
Budget Truck Review
(3 out of 5 rating)

Close too early. Wanted to return truck same

Distance: 16 mi
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SqFt. Moved: 2,100

Rida N

Boca Raton, FL
Wrote a review on 7/20/2020
Budget Truck Review
(1 out of 5 rating)

They knew it was a one way trip (1,200 miles) and they gave me the oldest truck (142,000 miles) and very basic not even one single option. I am lucky I made it. I will not use Budget again.

Distance: 1,200 mi
Cost: $1,800
Per. Mile: $1.50
SqFt. Moved: 1,600

Jack D

Las Vegas, NV
Wrote a review on 7/20/2020
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

they were friendly, fast and very efficient. The truck was clean, they took the time to perform a walk around inspection-pointing out areas that I may be concern about and noting any concerns I had. I was very pleased and would recommend and use them again.

Distance: 200 mi
Cost: $240
Per. Mile: $1.20
SqFt. Moved: 120

Theresa R

Jersey City, NJ
Wrote a review on 7/19/2020
Budget Truck Review
(2 out of 5 rating)

I suppose there is a reason they call themselves "budget." We had wanted to rent a van to go across state lines for a one-way trip (over 1,000 miles). We were told they don't rent vans for these purposes. We had to rent a 12' truck. The day before, they called to talk us into using a van. When we arrived to rent, we were told we had to take the 12' truck. The truck was so filthy, I cleaned it for 3 days and it was still dirty. The door read "quiet cab." LOL It couldn't be further from the truth. It was SO loud I could barely hear myself think and that was when it wasn't raining! It rattled and vibrated like crazy. Uncomfortable seats. My husbands back took days to recover. The "check engine" light went on soon after we began our trip. We were told "it happens. Probably the sensor is bad. Don't worry about it." We traveled the entire trip with it on. The A/C and tire pressure light went on and off when it felt like it! I prayed the whole trip. At least the mirrors and brakes were good. I'm glad we had roadside assistance coverage, but we didn't have to use it. PS Both offices had a DOT MATRIX PRINTER!! I couldn't believe my eyes.

Distance: 1,000 mi
Cost: $2,000
Per. Mile: $2.00
SqFt. Moved: 300

Jill R

Stillwater, MN
Wrote a review on 7/19/2020
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

Truck definitely not updated but accomplished what was needed in moving across 5 states

Distance: 1,190 mi
Cost: $800
Per. Mile: $0.67
SqFt. Moved: 750

Brittney R

Frisco, TX
Wrote a review on 7/18/2020
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

They were very friendly and helpful with showing me how to put my jeep on the trailer.

Distance: 780 mi
Cost: $400
Per. Mile: $0.51
SqFt. Moved: 850

Brittney R

Englewood, CO
Wrote a review on 7/18/2020
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

Friendly customer service, and he showed me how to hook up my jeep to the trailer.

Distance: 780 mi
Cost: $400
Per. Mile: $0.51
SqFt. Moved: 850

Joni S

Longwood, FL
Wrote a review on 7/17/2020
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

WE had to change our reservation 3 times before the actual day, and each time, the customer service rep was extremely helpful and understanding of our problem! Would definitely use Budget again.

Distance: 14 mi
Cost: $115
Per. Mile: $8.21
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Nancy G

Ferndale, WA
Wrote a review on 7/16/2020
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

Truck and equipment was fine, however they did not clean the truck before renting it to us, trash was in cab of truck from previous customers. Unprofessional under normal circumstances, but in the time of Covid, very risky business practice.

Distance: 2,000 mi
Cost: $1,600
Per. Mile: $0.80
SqFt. Moved: 1,300

Jerri J

Mchenry, IL
Wrote a review on 7/16/2020
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

Super good price in comparison to other moving truck rates for a 16 foot. Truck ran good, normal bumpy ride. Packing blankets were used before us and were not clean.

Distance: 1,000 mi
Cost: $440
Per. Mile: $0.44
SqFt. Moved: 1,000

Jerri J

Broomfield, CO
Wrote a review on 7/13/2020
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

Thrilled with the cost for a 16 ft truck (1/4 the price from other providers) Truck ran good, normal bumpy ride as expected

Distance: 1,000 mi
Cost: $430
Per. Mile: $0.43
SqFt. Moved: 1,000

Katie S

Broomfield, CO
Wrote a review on 7/13/2020
Budget Truck Review
(1 out of 5 rating)

Truck was dirty. Trailer hauler lights did not work and fuses blown in engine panel. Spent almost 5 hours trying to get this fixed so that I could drive. Truck had no power and was terrible in Colorado mountains. Would not recommend.

Distance: 2,000 mi
Cost: $1,500
Per. Mile: $0.75
SqFt. Moved: 800

Austin D

Santa Barbara, CA
Wrote a review on 7/13/2020
Budget Truck Review
(2 out of 5 rating)

Rented a 26ft Budget diesel truck through the Costco Portal. It was really beat up and had missed its 130,000 mile maintenance. The Budget customer service person at pickup lied to me and said the truck had just been serviced when I asked why the check engine light was on. They also said not to touch the DEF fluid and that they take care of that, which maybe makes sense for an in-town move but for someone driving cross-country it is absurd. Well, after we loaded our truck and got started on our 2,000 mile journey, the truck's brake warning light came on about 1/2 mile down the road. Budget Roadside Assistance was very helpful and sent a mechanic, who later confirmed the truck had missed its last scheduled maintenance and we had to drive the truck to a mechanic shop about 30 minutes out of our way. It got fixed and they sent us on our way, about 8 hours delayed in total. On our 3-day drive, the brake warning light came on 2 more times but went off again after restarting, and ultimately we didn't have any issues with the brakes. However, on one occasion the truck had trouble starting--maybe it was too hot? After a 10-minute break under the canopy of the gas station, it restarted and we were on our way. On a different occasion the truck broke down and would not accelerate because we were out of DEF fluid. Again, we would have been keeping it topped off if the Budget agent had not told us explicitly not to touch it. We called roadside assistance but after talking to another trucker we decided to just fill the DEF fluid and that worked & got us on our way again. All in all, it was fairly harrowing experience but we made it safely and it was dirt cheap. We probably saved $4-5k by driving our own Budget truck vs hiring full service movers. We used HireaHelper.com to book movers to load and unload the truck on each end for about $400-500.

Distance: 2,000 mi
Cost: $1,250
Per. Mile: $0.63
SqFt. Moved: 2,500

Marilyn T

Charleston, SC
Wrote a review on 7/11/2020
Budget Truck Review
(1 out of 5 rating)

So many problems with the truck - very dirty, crack in windshield, driver door holding on with one hinge, super loud inside, door wouldn’t close completely, window wouldn’t close completely, filthy windshield so very hard to see out at night, alignment so off that you constantly fought to hold the steering wheel in place, shook pretty bad when it got to 50 mph. Was worried the whole drive if the truck would make it.

Distance: 500 mi
Cost: $800
Per. Mile: $1.60
SqFt. Moved: 770

Mary K

League City, TX
Wrote a review on 7/10/2020
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

Clean truck and great customer service.

Distance: 997 mi
Cost: $1,200
Per. Mile: $1.20
SqFt. Moved: 1,400

Mary K

Chattanooga, TN
Wrote a review on 7/10/2020
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

All ways a clean truck and professional help.

Distance: 997 mi
Cost: $1,200
Per. Mile: $1.20
SqFt. Moved: 1,225

Gina S

Saint Augustine, FL
Wrote a review on 7/9/2020
Budget Truck Review
(1 out of 5 rating)

After reserving my 16' truck on May 26th to be picked up on my moving day of June 30th, I received multiple confirmations of my rental and impending pickup date. THEN, on the morning of June 30th- moving day- I received a call from the Budget Rental center that I was supposed to get the truck from and was informed that NO trucks were available!! ONE HOUR prior to my pickup time after one month and 4 days of being reminded of my move by them!! THEN, I obviously canceled and had to scramble to find a U-Haul I could get that day and Budget CHARGED me $75 for NO SHOW!!! I am having it refunded, but this was a HORRIBLE experience! I wouldn't recommend Budget Truck Rentals if you were moving across the street!

Distance: 725 mi
Cost: $350
Per. Mile: $0.48
SqFt. Moved: 1,100

Jon B

Pittsburgh, PA
Wrote a review on 7/8/2020
Budget Truck Review
(1 out of 5 rating)

Staff couldn't find the correct vehicle. Truck smelled horrible. No gas cap. Tried to oversell additional coverages.

Distance: 250 mi
Cost: $196
Per. Mile: $0.78
SqFt. Moved: 1,100

Austyn M

Dallas, TX
Wrote a review on 7/8/2020
Budget Truck Review
(1 out of 5 rating)

There was nothing positive about our experience with our Budget rental truck. The biggest issues included smoked cigarettes in the car that where from the last person who rented, very dirty interior that had not been sanitized prior to our rental and our rental truck was missing the lining in the roof on the passenger side. Water was pouring through the truck and we drove 11 hours completely drenched. Customer service was terrible, very inconsiderate and very inconsistent. We will never rent from budget rental again.

Distance: 1,200 mi
Cost: $700
Per. Mile: $0.58
SqFt. Moved: 1,000

Kris M

Gainesville, GA
Wrote a review on 7/5/2020
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

Very helpful and hassle-free process. The truck did the job, no issues.

Distance: 100 mi
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Omar N

Kansas City, MO
Wrote a review on 7/5/2020
Budget Truck Review
(4 out of 5 rating)

Good price, especially if you book ahead. Customer service was great. Conditions of the truck were great. Car carrier not so much.

Distance: 900 mi
Cost: $550
Per. Mile: $0.61
SqFt. Moved: 1,500

Jay W

Lone Tree, CO
Wrote a review on 7/4/2020
Budget Truck Review
(2 out of 5 rating)

The truck was not available for 90 minutes after my scheduled time. There were also a couple of issues with the truck (ramp, door, etc...). The technician was very friendly and worked hard to get the truck there as quick as possible.

Distance: 15 mi
Cost: $75.00
Per. Mile: $5.00
SqFt. Moved: 4,000

Derek N

Lexington, KY
Wrote a review on 7/3/2020
Budget Truck Review
(2 out of 5 rating)

The pick up and drop off sites were no problem at all people were friendly. HOWEVER, thirty minutes into the drive, it started to barely rain and the cab started leaking! As the rain picked up, so did the leaking! I'm not talking a few drips here and there, it was unbearable! My whole back and ass were soaked for the first three hours of the drive. This needs to be fixed right away!

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James M

New Orleans, LA
Wrote a review on 7/2/2020
Budget Truck Review
(1 out of 5 rating)

Tried to confirm for 5 days with no answer. Went to physical address which had different phone number on door. Employee confirmed but would not agree to time (8am) on reservation. We canceled and went with Penske.

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Andy S

Manhattan, NY
Wrote a review on 7/2/2020
Budget Truck Review
(2 out of 5 rating)

All the people I talked to and worked with were great. The truck was fine. No bells and whistles, but it did what I needed it to do. My biggest problem was with the reservation. I reserved a truck at a pickup center within walking distance to my house. The night before pick up they called to tell me there was no longer a truck available (because the people who had it that day decided to keep it longer) and that it was up to me to find one at another location. Several calls later, I finally got a reservation at another location that was a $60 Uber ride away. Not sure why after paying $1300 I was the one responsible for finding a new truck.

Distance: 280 mi
Cost: $1,300
Per. Mile: $4.64
SqFt. Moved: 700

Gabriela G

Chicago, IL
Wrote a review on 7/2/2020
Budget Truck Review
(1 out of 5 rating)

Arrived and found out that they did not have a truck for me despite calling two days before to confirm. I had to scramble and call all the locations in the area to find a truck. The woman at the counter was incredibly rude (and wasn't even there for the first 10 minutes, just a sign saying that she would be back) and all of the customer service agents were unhelpful as well. Would never recommend.

Distance: 1,100 mi
Cost: $1,000
Per. Mile: $0.91
SqFt. Moved: 700

Nicholas V

Lexington, KY
Wrote a review on 7/2/2020
Budget Truck Review
(2 out of 5 rating)

Booked budget truck bc it was a better deal than other companies but the AC wasn’t working in the truck which made for an uncomfortable 14 hour drive. Customer service for budget was helpful and they tried to arrange a repair of the AC but the wait time for the truck to get looked at was 5 hours so we decided to continue our drive without AC. Also the back door wouldn’t latch closed all the way so when we had to drive through two rainstorms, everything within 5 feet of the back of the truck was soaked and covered with debris.

Distance: 867 mi
Cost: $975
Per. Mile: $1.12
SqFt. Moved: 1,200

Jessica S

Mansfield, MA
Wrote a review on 7/2/2020
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

Budget has the best prices. The whole rental process was easy and seamless.

Distance: 4 mi
Cost: $65.00
Per. Mile: $16.25
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Stephanie E

Orlando, FL
Wrote a review on 7/1/2020
Budget Truck Review
(1 out of 5 rating)

I am only giving a one star because I have to. First I made a reservation for a truck days in advance for 9 am on June 29. I get to the budget rental on E Colonial Drive in Orlando, Fl at 9 am and I didn't get a truck until 10 30 am. I stood in line for an hour and when I was finally helped the lady said I did not have a reservation. When I showed her my confirmation e mail with my confirmation number she shrugged and told me to contact customer service. I said that wouldn't work and she told me if I was going to get mad that I needed to leave. I once again told her no ma'am that is not going to work and she rolled her eyes sighed and said she had a bigger truck I could rent for the same price. I said fine and took the truck. I will never rent from budget again because of the rude service. The lady working the desk at this budget had zero customer service skills and had no idea how to do her job which is why everyone was waiting an hour and a half just to get things rented.

Distance: 367 mi
Cost: $380
Per. Mile: $1.04
SqFt. Moved: 900

Jonathan C

Pinson, TN
Wrote a review on 7/1/2020
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

Great truck, price, and time they give you to get to your destination is awesome!

Distance: 750 mi
Cost: $400
Per. Mile: $0.53
SqFt. Moved: 2,000

Jeremy B

Ballwin, MO
Wrote a review on 6/29/2020
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

Truck was in fine shape, fit everything.

Distance: 400 mi
Cost: $800
Per. Mile: $2.00
SqFt. Moved: 2,000

Tom M

Westlake Village, CA
Wrote a review on 6/29/2020
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

Was a good truck and drove smoothly

Distance: 85 mi
Cost: $200
Per. Mile: $2.35
SqFt. Moved: 1,100

Tiwana W

Charlotte, NC
Wrote a review on 6/29/2020
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

Took a long time at this location. Lots of new requirements.

Distance: 25 mi
Cost: $150
Per. Mile: $6.00
SqFt. Moved: 1,000

Michelle R

San Marcos, TX
Wrote a review on 6/29/2020
Budget Truck Review
(3 out of 5 rating)

Tow dolly was hard to use and when we dropped the truck off the man was rude and charged us for something extra and I still don't know what the charge was for.

Distance: 140 mi
Cost: $225
Per. Mile: $1.61
SqFt. Moved: 1,100

Lisa H

Loveland, OH
Wrote a review on 6/28/2020
Budget Truck Review
(3 out of 5 rating)

On the morning of my move, I received a phone call stating that there was no truck available at the location I had reserved. Why take reservations and ask about locations if it won't be available? The truck was fine but the day got off to a late start because we had to go elsewhere.

Distance: 200 mi
Cost: $125
Per. Mile: $0.63
SqFt. Moved: 1,100

Yash P

Boston, MA
Wrote a review on 6/26/2020
Budget Truck Review
(5 out of 5 rating)

Van was in good condition. Went with Budget as the cheapest option, satisfied with the choice. Savings covered the cost of movers to load/unload.

Distance: 300 mi
Cost: $400
Per. Mile: $1.33
SqFt. Moved: 900
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