How Many Moving Boxes Do I Need?

    Use this free calculator to find out exactly how many boxes you need to move from your studio, apartment or home.

    With Cardboard, You'd Need:
    11
    Small
    21
    Medium
    4
    Large
    4
    XL
    8
    Wardrobe
    = 48 cardboard boxesBig Box Store: ~$267
    VS
    OR just get
    40 Juujbox Bins
    Only
    $139
    No assembly No tape needed No recycling
    Your Savings
    $128+ 1h 36m saved
    Reserve My 40 Bins Now

    This calculator works for any move, but if you're moving in San Diego, you can skip the cardboard completely and rent these exact quantities from Juujbox.

    Why Buying Cardboard in San Diego is a Headache

    The calculator above shows the price difference, but it doesn't show the hassle factor. In San Diego, buying cardboard comes with hidden "Post-Move" costs that most people forget until it's too late.

    01

    The "Blue Bin" Limit

    San Diego recycling bins hold 96 gallons, fitting about 15 broken-down boxes. A 2-bedroom move generates 40+ boxes. You'll spend three weeks trickling cardboard into your bin or borrowing your neighbor's.

    02

    The Miramar Landfill Run

    Can't wait weeks? Your only option is loading cardboard into your car and driving to Miramar Recycling Center. That's another hour on the 805 in traffic just to throw away money you already spent.

    03

    The Assembly Time Sink

    Assembling a cardboard box takes about 2 minutes. For a 50-box move, that's nearly two hours of taping before you pack a single item. Juujbox bins arrive ready to pack with zero assembly.

    The Difference Is Clear

    Stressed couple surrounded by messy cardboard moving boxes

    The Old Way

    Messy cardboard, tape everywhere, recycling headaches

    Neatly stacked Juujbox moving bins delivered to a San Diego home

    The San Diego Way

    Neat stacks, zero waste, we pick them up

    We deliver moving kits to these neighborhoods every single day:
    North ParkPacific BeachDowntownLa MesaHillcrestMission ValleyChula VistaLa Jolla

    Standard Packing Supply Checklist

    Average box counts and supplies needed based on typical home inventories. Compare cardboard requirements vs. Juujbox bins.

    Moving Box Quantity Estimates by Home Size
    Home SizeSmall BoxesMedium BoxesLarge/XL BoxesTape RollsJuujboxes
    Studio6107220
    1 Bedroom8127320
    2 Bedroom112116540
    3 Bedroom163424860
    4+ Bedroom1841331080

    Frequently Asked Questions

    For a standard 2-bedroom apartment in San Diego, you typically need about 48 cardboard boxes: 11 small, 21 medium, 4 large, 4 XL, and 8 wardrobe boxes. At big box store prices, that's roughly $227. With Juujbox, you can get 40 reusable bins for just $139, saving you $88 and all the assembly hassle.

    Renting is typically cheaper for local moves. For a 1-bedroom move, buying supplies at a big box store costs approximately $120. Renting a 20-bin Juujbox package is $119 and includes free delivery and pickup, plus you save hours of assembly time and avoid recycling headaches.

    Yes, we deliver moving boxes throughout San Diego County, including North County, Chula Vista, and East County. Our service area covers all major neighborhoods from La Jolla to El Cajon.

    Juujbox rental periods are flexible. Standard rentals are 7 days, but you can extend your rental period as needed. Just let us know when you're ready for pickup and we'll come to you.

    Ready to Simplify Your Move?

    Skip the cardboard chaos. Get eco-friendly bins delivered to your door in San Diego.

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