2022 CubeSmart Review

Bottom line: CubeSmart has low prices, lots of sizes, and a discount for active-duty military personnel. It also has loads of perks like free Wi-Fi and fresh coffee. You can even pay extra to customize your unit with things like shelves and automatic door openers. On the downside, CubeSmart skimps a bit on security (we couldn’t verify that its units have alarms)—and it’s tough to find a unit without pricey climate control. But overall, CubeSmart is one of Move.org’s best self-storage companies.

CubeSmart is available in 39 states and the District of Columbia.

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CubeSmart is very affordable. We compared nearly 500 CubeSmart quotes with 2,000 quotes from other storage unit companies and found that CubeSmart is typically about 10% cheaper than the industry average.

Chances are you can save even more by taking advantage of CubeSmart’s special deals:

• Military discounts. CubeSmart’s discounts apply only to new customers and can’t be combined with other deals—except for the military discount. If you’re an active member of the military, you get a 5% price cut on top of your regular deal. Contact your local CubeSmart for more details.
• Referral discounts. You can get $25 off if you refer a friend. Hey, if you have a good experience, why not share it with others?
• Rental trucks. CubeSmart has free moving trucks if you need them for less than two hours. It’s a great perk if you live nearby and have only a few things to move. And if you need the truck for longer than two hours, CubeSmart can hook you up with a 10% discount at Penske Truck Rental. 

CubeSmart has more than 10 storage unit size options ranging from small lockers to massive 300-square foot units. CubeSmart even has parking lots if you need a place for your motorcycle, car, or RV.

Since sizing options vary by location, we’ve boiled these options down to five main categories: lockers, small units, medium units, and large units, and parking lots. We suggest you call your local CubeSmart to verify what storage sizes are available in your area.

CubeSmart has many perks to help with your moving and storage needs. In addition to free services like work stations and package receipts, CubeSmart has a list of things you can do to customize your storage space. Pricing and availability vary by location, but you can often spice up your storage experience with everything from shelving to remote video monitoring:

• Automatic door openers
• Full-service moving
• Individual lighting and electricity
• Moving and labor assistance
• Organizational and moving supplies
• Professional organizing
• Professional shredding
• Remote-controlled access
• Shelving options
• Truck rentals (more than 2 hours)
• Remote video monitoring

CubeSmart costs approximately $160 per month. Move.org analyzed nearly 500 CubeSmart quotes and found that its costs typically range from around $90 for a small climate-controlled unit to about $270 for a large one (we couldn’t find any storage units without climate control). CubeSmart vehicle units generally set you back about $200 per month.

Note: Prices vary widely by availability and online sales, so we recommend you contact a nearby CubeSmart for a quote.

Several things affect your CubeSmart storage unit costs:

• Online sales. It’s more expensive to reserve a storage unit in the store. Our research suggests you can save approximately $50 per month by ordering online. Purchase a unit for two months, and you’d save enough to get a rental truck.
• Availability. Prices are higher when storage units are in demand. They’re usually cheaper when you can find a CubeSmart location with lots of available storage spaces.
• Insurance. Coverage starts at $12 per month. Not only does CubeSmart require insurance, but it’s also an affordable way to protect valuable belongings like furniture, electronics, and books.
• Fees. CubeSmart charges a one-time $24 administrative fee when you first rent the unit.
• Premium services. Perks are nice, but not all of them are free. Expect to pay more for things like moving supplies and professional shredding services.
• Discounts. CubeSmart is one of the few companies with a web page devoted to discounts, including a free rental truck (up to four hours) and deals for military members. You can even snag $25 by referring a friend.  

You must have insurance to store your belongings at a CubeSmart facility. CubeSmart’s coverage options range from a $2,000 to $5,000 policy amount, with monthly costs ranging from $12 to $27. For coverage amounts higher than $5,000, you need to talk with a CubeSmart employee. So while it's affordable to get coverage for basic household items like furniture and books, expect to pay more for collectible items valued well above $5,000.

Insurance doesn’t cover items damaged by floods, surface water, or what CubeSmart calls “mysterious disappearance.” (Your policy includes burglary, though, so you’re probably covered if you see security cam footage on a Dateline episode of someone wheeling out your stuff.)

CubeSmart is one of Move.org’s top-rated storage unit companies.

CubeSmart provides basic storage options that cover everything from office files to large vehicles:

• Household storage
• Moving storage
• Business storage
• Vehicle storage
• Climate-controlled storage

Many CubeSmart locations offer a load of free services:

• Package receipts
• Moving carts
• Work stations
• Lounge area
• Fresh coffee
• Free local moving truck (anything over two hours costs extra)
• Flexible lease terms (month-to-month storage leases)
• Loading docks
• Video recording

CubeSmart is easily one of our best storage unit companies. You can find it in more than 1,250 locations across the country and save about $20 per month compared to its competitors. The company has several unit sizes and even lets you customize your unit with things like shelving, lighting, and remote video monitoring (for a cost).

CubeSmart’s drawbacks? It’s not quite up to par when it comes to security, and we’ve also never been able to find a unit without climate control (which often costs more than a traditional unit).

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You can buy CubeSmart boxes at a CubeSmart location, with the CubeSmart app, or on the CubeSmart website. The company also sells other packing supplies like packing tape, carton markers, and dust covers.

Yes, CubeSmart has parking spaces—although availability varies by location. The lots fit vehicles ranging from small motorcycles to Class A recreational vehicles like motorhomes with heavy-duty frames similar to 18-wheeler trucks.

Yes, CubeSmart has shipping supplies. The self-storage company sells everything from moving boxes to packing tape. Customers can make purchases on the CubeSmart app or website or by visiting a CubeSmart rental office.

Yes, CubeSmart has many perks. The self-storage company has free benefits ranging from fresh coffee to two-hour Penske truck rentals at select locations. Premium perks cost extra, but include services such as automatic door openers, storage unit shelves, and professional organizers.

Customers say that CubeSmart is friendly, knowledgeable, and professional in CubeSmart reviews. Move.org also likes the company’s low prices and nationwide availability.

Yes, CubeSmart has affordable self-storage. The company’s storage units typically cost about 10% less than the industry average—a savings of more than $200 per year.

Life Storage is the storage unit company with the best customer service, according to Move.org. Extra Space Storage is a close second place. Both companies are known for friendly and professional customer service.

You can reach CubeSmart at these phone numbers:

• 844-237-1891 (Reservations)
• 844-248-3104 (Customer service)
• 888-645-8236 (Bill pay)

Yes, CubeSmart accepts online payments. You can also set up automatic withdrawals once you become a CubeSmart customer.

Yes, CubeSmart has vehicle storage units. Sizes vary from small units ideal for compact cars to large units designed for RVs, but these storage spaces typically cost about $200 per month.

CubeSmart self-storage is approximately $160 per month—or about 10% below the industry average. The company also has discounts that can lower your price even more, according to Move.org.

We gathered nearly 500 quotes from CubeSmart to analyze their pricing across multiple unit sizes and locations. We called CubeSmart posing as customers to give their customer service a test drive. And we dug into their features and services, insurance coverage, storage unit sizes,  and discounts to give you an in-depth view of the company. 

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