Independent vs StoreLocal: Storage Prices Compared

7 size categories compared · Updated May 2026

Independent is cheaper overall

Independent wins on price in 5 of 7 size categories.

As of May 2026, Independent operates 44 facilities while StoreLocal has 32. For medium units, Independent averages $203/month vs StoreLocal at $219/month. Independent is cheaper on average across most size brackets.

Independent
Facilities 44
States NSW, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA
Brackets won 5 of 7
StoreLocal
Facilities 32
States N/A
Brackets won 2 of 7

Price Comparison Score

Independent: 5 wins StoreLocal: 2 wins

Price Comparison by Unit Size

Size Independent StoreLocal Cheaper
Locker (< 2 m²) $69/mo avg
19 units at 16 facilities
$63/mo avg
8 units at 7 facilities
SL
9% cheaper
Small (2–5 m²) $134/mo avg
86 units at 23 facilities
$153/mo avg
64 units at 32 facilities
IND
12% cheaper
Medium (5–10 m²) $203/mo avg
119 units at 39 facilities
$219/mo avg
74 units at 32 facilities
IND
7% cheaper
Large (10–20 m²) $334/mo avg
135 units at 37 facilities
$377/mo avg
125 units at 32 facilities
IND
11% cheaper
Extra Large (20–40 m²) $575/mo avg
26 units at 17 facilities
$657/mo avg
45 units at 24 facilities
IND
12% cheaper
Garage+ (40+ m²) $1600/mo avg
1 units at 1 facilities
$1003/mo avg
3 units at 3 facilities
SL
37% cheaper
Vehicle / Parking $279/mo avg
5 units at 3 facilities
$467/mo avg
5 units at 2 facilities
IND
40% cheaper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Independent or StoreLocal cheaper?
Based on national average prices, Independent is cheaper than StoreLocal 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 Independent and StoreLocal have?
Independent has 44 facilities with available pricing, while StoreLocal has 32. Facility counts reflect locations where we have current pricing data.
Which is better for a medium storage unit — Independent or StoreLocal?
For medium units (5-10 m²), Independent averages $203/month and StoreLocal averages $219/month nationally. Independent is the cheaper option on average for this size.
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