Guardian Self Storage vs Independent: Storage Prices Compared

7 size categories compared · Updated November 2026
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Guardian Self Storage is cheaper overall

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

As of November 2026, Guardian Self Storage operates 9 facilities while Independent has 64. For medium units, Guardian Self Storage averages $178/month vs Independent at $248/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 64
States NSW, NT, 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) $58/mo avg
2 units at 2 facilities
$76/mo avg
49 units at 31 facilities
GDN
24% cheaper
Small (2–5 m²) $117/mo avg
13 units at 6 facilities
$157/mo avg
155 units at 45 facilities
GDN
25% cheaper
Medium (5–10 m²) $178/mo avg
24 units at 9 facilities
$248/mo avg
247 units at 54 facilities
GDN
28% cheaper
Large (10–20 m²) $269/mo avg
49 units at 9 facilities
$398/mo avg
264 units at 56 facilities
GDN
32% cheaper
Extra Large (20–40 m²) $556/mo avg
5 units at 3 facilities
$586/mo avg
52 units at 26 facilities
GDN
5% cheaper
Garage+ (40+ m²) Not available $718/mo avg
7 units at 6 facilities
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Vehicle / Parking $162/mo avg
9 units at 4 facilities
$259/mo avg
27 units at 12 facilities
GDN
37% 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 64. 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, NT, 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 $178/month and Independent averages $248/month nationally. Guardian Self Storage is the cheaper option on average for this size.
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