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Independent vs Swift Storage: Storage Prices Compared

7 size categories compared · Updated July 2026

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Independent is cheaper overall

Independent wins on price in 5 of 7 size categories.

As of July 2026, Independent operates 58 facilities while Swift Storage has 10. For medium units, Independent averages $215/month vs Swift Storage at $314/month. Independent is cheaper on average across most size brackets.

Independent

Facilities 58

States NSW, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

Brackets won 5 of 7

Swift Storage

Facilities 10

States QLD

Brackets won 1 of 7

Price Comparison Score

Independent: 5 wins Swift Storage: 1 wins

Price Comparison by Unit Size

Size	Independent	Swift Storage	Cheaper
Locker (< 2 m²)	$64/mo avg 29 units at 20 facilities	Not available	—
Small (2–5 m²)	$136/mo avg 128 units at 34 facilities	$174/mo avg 13 units at 9 facilities	IND 22% cheaper
Medium (5–10 m²)	$215/mo avg 194 units at 55 facilities	$314/mo avg 18 units at 10 facilities	IND 32% cheaper
Large (10–20 m²)	$320/mo avg 210 units at 52 facilities	$428/mo avg 27 units at 9 facilities	IND 25% cheaper
Extra Large (20–40 m²)	$516/mo avg 47 units at 26 facilities	$612/mo avg 14 units at 9 facilities	IND 16% cheaper
Garage+ (40+ m²)	$1130/mo avg 2 units at 2 facilities	$1175/mo avg 2 units at 2 facilities	IND 4% cheaper
Vehicle / Parking	$281/mo avg 8 units at 6 facilities	$250/mo avg 1 units at 1 facilities	SW 11% cheaper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Independent or Swift Storage cheaper?

Based on national average prices, Independent is cheaper than Swift Storage 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 Swift Storage have?

Independent has 58 facilities with available pricing, while Swift Storage has 10. Facility counts reflect locations where we have current pricing data.

Which states do Independent and Swift Storage operate in?

Independent operates in NSW, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA. Swift Storage operates in QLD.

Which is better for a medium storage unit — Independent or Swift Storage?

For medium units (5-10 m²), Independent averages $215/month and Swift Storage averages $314/month nationally. Independent is the cheaper option on average for this size.

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