Best moving apps in 2025 and 2026
There are plenty of apps that can make moving house far easier. We have rounded up some of the best to help with every stage of the process. These cover everything from searching for a new home and checking school catchments to decluttering, packing and settling into your new area.
Moving house is a major life event and it can be stressful. Being organised and planning ahead makes a big difference. These apps can help you to:
- find a property
- work out how much you can borrow
- prepare for moving day
- pack efficiently
- plan new layouts
- get familiar with your neighbourhood
Having the tools on your phone helps you stay in control wherever you are. If you wake up wondering whether you have forgotten something, you can check your lists in seconds.
Finding a home
Before downloading anything, get a rough idea of your priorities and dealbreakers. Decide:
- how many bedrooms you need or want
- how many bathrooms you need or want
- your preferred area or distance from work, family or schools
- whether the move depends on securing a school place
Once you know what you need, you can browse estate agents or use these free apps.
Mortgage calculator
It is important to understand how much you can borrow and how much feels comfortable. Try different repayment scenarios and interest rates so you know you can afford your mortgage even if rates rise. A reputable UK example is MoneyHelper, although most lenders now offer their own calculators.
Rightmove or Zoopla
Both apps show properties that match your criteria. You can explore photos, floorplans, transport connections and local school information. Zoopla also includes sold price data which can help you understand the local market.
Locrating
Enter a postcode to see nearby schools, OFSTED ratings and oversubscription information. For actual availability, contact the local council. It is always worth visiting schools to get a proper feel for the environment. A strong OFSTED rating does not always mean the right fit for your child.
Google Maps
Use Google Maps to estimate commute times by car, public transport or on foot. It will show likely routes, live traffic and journey times. You can also save routes and places to help compare potential areas.
Bikemap
If you cycle to work or enjoy weekend rides, Bikemap shows local routes and offers voice navigation to follow while you ride.
BreezoMeter
This app reports local air quality and gives real time pollution levels. It is helpful if anyone in your household has asthma or if you want to understand how clean the air is around your garden and outdoor spaces. BreezoMeter is reliable for UK locations and offers more consistent coverage than some older air quality apps.
Getting ready to move
Packing, organising and decluttering can feel overwhelming. These apps help make the run up smoother.
Clutterfree
Clutterfree helps you declutter in small, manageable steps. Reducing what you take to your new home will make moving day cheaper and easier. The app uses simple challenges and tips to help you decide what to keep, sell or donate.
Gone for Good, Olio, Salvation Army Family Store, Freegle, eBay
These apps help you rehome or sell items you no longer want.
- Gone for Good works within the M25 for charity collections
- Salvation Army Family Store accepts donated items
- Olio and Freegle connect you with local people who can reuse items
- eBay lets you sell belongings you no longer need
Sortly or Encircle
Both are strong inventory apps. You can photograph items, log everything by room and create box labels. This helps with unpacking and gives you a record in case anything is damaged in transit. Sortly is the more widely used option for home moves.
Move Advisor or Todoist
Move Advisor allows you to build weekly checklists and includes a removals finder tool. Todoist is great for detailed organisation. You can create projects, sub lists and reminders so each task stays manageable.
Settling into your new home
Imagemeter and iHandy Level
Imagemeter lets you measure spaces directly from photos so you can check whether furniture will fit. iHandy Level acts as a digital spirit level for quick checks. If you are on iOS, the built in Measure app can also handle simple AR measurements.
Dulux Visualiser
Upload photos of your new rooms and try out colour schemes. It is much easier to experiment in the app than repaint a whole room.
Google Maps
Google Maps shows nearby amenities such as parks, supermarkets, GPs, dentists, petrol stations, gyms and more. It is one of the easiest ways to explore your new area and save useful locations. You can also create custom lists to plan errands or mark places you want to visit.
A group chat with neighbours can be one of the easiest ways to settle in. It helps you share updates, ask practical questions and stay connected. If your street or building already has a group, joining it can make moving day feel less daunting.
Self storage during a move
If you need to store anything before, during or after the move, our website has everything you need including unit sizes, store locations, opening hours and available facilities. Get in touch if you would like help choosing the right unit for your move.
Moving apps FAQs
Which moving apps are best for organising packing and checklists?
Sortly is ideal for creating a visual inventory and box labels. Move Advisor and Todoist help you manage weekly checklists and keep track of tasks. Clutterfree helps you declutter so you are not packing unnecessary items.
Are there apps that compare removal company prices?
Not yet. Websites such as Really Moving or Compare My Move can help you gather quotes from local companies.
Do moving apps help with address changes and utility transfers?
Not currently. It is still something you need to manage manually. We have a guide on who to notify when you move house and a checklist to help you keep everything up to date.
