Compare how reusable plastic moving boxes and traditional cardboard boxes differ in setup, closure, organization, and what happens after the move.
The better option depends on how you want to source, assemble, pack, organize, and clear away your moving containers.
Plastic moving boxes are rigid, reusable containers. RVATotes supplies totes with attached two-piece lids, so they arrive assembled and close without requiring packing tape.
The containers have one consistent footprint and return to RVATotes after the rental period instead of becoming boxes you need to store.
Cardboard boxes are purchased, reused, or collected separately. They generally need assembly and tape, may come in mixed sizes, and remain with you after the move until they are stored, recycled, given away, or discarded.
RVATotes delivers the selected package before your move and picks up the empty totes after the rental period. Cardboard requires you to source the boxes and decide what to do with them after unpacking.
Each RVATotes container has the same 27 × 17 × 12-inch exterior size and 18.75-gallon capacity. Cardboard sizes vary by supplier. Check the tote specifications before deciding whether the consistent footprint suits your belongings.
Cardboard remains with you after unpacking. With an RVATotes rental, the empty totes are prepared for scheduled pickup, so you do not need to keep the containers permanently.
Choose a 2-week or 4-week reusable moving tote rental based on your move size.
Review the rental process, exact tote specifications, reuse model, and Richmond service information.
Quick answers about reusable moving boxes and rental containers.
Plastic moving boxes are reusable containers used for packing and moving. RVATotes uses durable plastic moving totes with attached lids.
Plastic moving boxes can be easier because they do not require tape, assembly, or cardboard disposal after the move.
Yes. RVATotes provides plastic moving box rental with delivery and pickup.
Yes. RVATotes totes are designed with a consistent shape that makes stacking and organizing easier.
Visit the tote page to view tote dimensions, capacity, and photos.
Choose your moving box rental package and schedule delivery.
