Guardian Self Storage vs Independent: Storage Prices Compared

7 size categories compared · Updated September 2026

Guardian Self Storage is cheaper overall

Guardian Self Storage wins on price in 6 of 7 size categories.

As of September 2026, Guardian Self Storage operates 9 facilities while Independent has 32. For medium units, Guardian Self Storage averages $166/month vs Independent at $213/month. Guardian Self Storage is cheaper on average across most size brackets.

Guardian Self Storage
Facilities 9
States NSW, QLD
Brackets won 6 of 7
Independent
Facilities 32
States NSW, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA
Brackets won 0 of 7

Price Comparison Score

Guardian Self Storage: 6 wins Independent: 0 wins

Price Comparison by Unit Size

Size Guardian Self Storage Independent Cheaper
Locker (< 2 m²) $25/mo avg
1 units at 1 facilities
$81/mo avg
26 units at 15 facilities
GDN
69% cheaper
Small (2–5 m²) $120/mo avg
16 units at 5 facilities
$154/mo avg
60 units at 20 facilities
GDN
22% cheaper
Medium (5–10 m²) $166/mo avg
30 units at 8 facilities
$213/mo avg
87 units at 27 facilities
GDN
22% cheaper
Large (10–20 m²) $267/mo avg
60 units at 9 facilities
$355/mo avg
76 units at 24 facilities
GDN
25% cheaper
Extra Large (20–40 m²) $523/mo avg
8 units at 5 facilities
$602/mo avg
16 units at 10 facilities
GDN
13% cheaper
Garage+ (40+ m²) Not available $947/mo avg
3 units at 3 facilities
Vehicle / Parking $172/mo avg
18 units at 6 facilities
$353/mo avg
2 units at 2 facilities
GDN
51% cheaper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Guardian Self Storage or Independent cheaper?
Based on national average prices, Guardian Self Storage is cheaper than Independent across the majority of unit size categories. However, prices vary by location — compare prices in your specific suburb for the most accurate result.
How many locations do Guardian Self Storage and Independent have?
Guardian Self Storage has 9 facilities with available pricing, while Independent has 32. Facility counts reflect locations where we have current pricing data.
Which states do Guardian Self Storage and Independent operate in?
Guardian Self Storage operates in NSW, QLD. Independent operates in NSW, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA.
Which is better for a medium storage unit — Guardian Self Storage or Independent?
For medium units (5-10 m²), Guardian Self Storage averages $166/month and Independent averages $213/month nationally. Guardian Self Storage is the cheaper option on average for this size.
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