Giant Van
Bishop's Move
An honest, side-by-side comparison. No spin — just the facts to help you choose the right service for your move.
Bishop's Move is a heritage removal company founded in 1854, offering full-service domestic moves, BAR membership, and international removals. Giant Van is a modern tech-first service with instant online booking, live GPS tracking, and fixed pricing — more accessible for standard house moves at a lower price point. Bishop's Move suits customers who prioritise traditional service and heritage credentials; Giant Van suits those who want instant confirmation and app-based convenience.
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
How Giant Van and Bishop's Move stack up across the features that matter most.
- Pricing model
- Giant Van
- Fixed upfront price
- Bishop's Move
- Survey-based quote; premium pricing
- Price transparency
- Giant Van
- All-inclusive at booking
- Bishop's Move
- Full quote after survey
- UK coverage
- Giant Van
- Nationwide
- Bishop's Move
- Nationwide + international
- Transit insurance
- Giant Van
- £10,000 goods in transit
- Bishop's Move
- Comprehensive; BAR-standard cover
- Same-day booking
- Giant Van
- Yes — available in most cities
- Bishop's Move
- Not standard; planned moves only
- Weekend availability
- Giant Van
- Yes
- Bishop's Move
- Limited
- Live GPS tracking
- Giant Van
- Yes — in-app real-time
- Bishop's Move
- No app-based tracking
- Online booking
- Giant Van
- Yes — instant confirmation
- Bishop's Move
- Survey required; contact-based booking
- Mobile app
- Giant Van
- Yes (iOS & Android)
- Bishop's Move
- No dedicated app
- Cancellation policy
- Giant Van
- Free up to 48 hours before
- Bishop's Move
- Contract-based; BAR dispute resolution available
- Driver vetting
- Giant Van
- Background-checked, trained
- Bishop's Move
- Professional employed crews; BAR standards
- Furniture disassembly
- Giant Van
- Included on eligible moves
- Bishop's Move
- Yes — full-service standard
Service Comparison: Giant Van vs Bishop's Move
A quick visual overview of the services each provider offers.
- Instant Quote
- Giant Van
- Fixed price in 60 seconds
- Bishop's Move
- Insurance Included
- Giant Van
- Up to £50k
- Bishop's Move
- GPS Tracking
- Giant Van
- Real-time in-app
- Bishop's Move
- Same-Day Booking
- Giant Van
- Subject to availability
- Bishop's Move
- Assembly/Disassembly
- Giant Van
- On request
- Bishop's Move
- UK-Wide Coverage
- Giant Van
- 186+ cities
- Bishop's Move
- BAR Registered
- Giant Van
- Verified members
- Bishop's Move
- Customer Reviews
- Giant Van
- Trustpilot verified
- Bishop's Move
- Mobile App
- Giant Van
- iOS & Android
- Bishop's Move
- Free Cancellation
- Giant Van
- Up to 24 hrs before
- Bishop's Move
Giant Van offers 6 more features than Bishop's Move
How Giant Van Works
- 01
Get an Instant Quote
Enter your pickup and delivery details online. Get a fixed price in under 60 seconds.
- 02
Book Your Slot
Choose your preferred date and time. Confirm online with no deposit required.
- 03
We Collect
Your vetted crew arrives on time, wraps and loads everything with care.
- 04
We Deliver
Track your move in real time. We unload at your new address and place items where you want them.
Price Comparison: Giant Van vs Bishop's Move
Indicative prices for common move types. Get a live quote for your exact move — prices depend on distance, access, and date.
- 1-bed flat move
- Giant Van
- From £180
- Bishop's Move
- From £400
- Full house removal (2-bed)
- Giant Van
- From £280
- Bishop's Move
- From £700
- Full house removal (3-bed)
- Giant Van
- From £450
- Bishop's Move
- From £1,000
- Long-distance move (200+ miles)
- Giant Van
- From £350
- Bishop's Move
- From £1,200+
Prices are indicative and accurate as of June 2026. Actual prices vary by distance, date, floor level, and access conditions.
Which Service Is Right for You?
Choose Bishop's Move If…
- You want a heritage removal brand with 170+ years of experience
- BAR membership and dispute resolution process is important to you
- You need international removal services
- Full professional packing and unpacking is required
Choose Giant Van If…
- You want an instant fixed price without a home survey
- Live GPS tracking throughout the move is important
- Weekend availability and instant online booking matter
- You want a modern app-based experience at a lower price point
- Your move is a standard house relocation rather than a specialist move
What Customers Say After Switching
Smooth move from start to finish
VerifiedBooked online in under a minute and the crew turned up right on time. Everything was wrapped carefully and nothing was damaged. Genuinely the easiest move I've had.
Fixed price — no nasty surprises
VerifiedThe quote I got online was exactly what I paid. No hidden fees, no extra charges on the day. The two-man crew were professional, fast, and really friendly.
Same-day booking saved our move
VerifiedOur original movers cancelled last minute. Giant Van had a crew available the same day. They handled a full 2-bed flat and had us settled in by evening.
If you want a fixed price, live tracking, and a vetted crew, Giant Van is the better choice. Bishop's Move may suit you if you want a heritage removal brand with 170+ years of experience.
Giant Van vs Bishop's Move — FAQs
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