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Independent vs Swift Storage: Storage Prices Compared

7 size categories compared · Updated May 2026

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Independent is cheaper overall

Independent wins on price in 4 of 7 size categories.

As of May 2026, Independent operates 44 facilities while Swift Storage has 10. For medium units, Independent averages $203/month vs Swift Storage at $314/month. Independent is cheaper on average across most size brackets.

Independent

Facilities 44

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

Brackets won 4 of 7

Swift Storage

Facilities 10

States QLD

Brackets won 2 of 7

Price Comparison Score

Independent: 4 wins Swift Storage: 2 wins

Price Comparison by Unit Size

Size	Independent	Swift Storage	Cheaper
Locker (< 2 m²)	$69/mo avg 19 units at 16 facilities	Not available	—
Small (2–5 m²)	$134/mo avg 86 units at 23 facilities	$204/mo avg 13 units at 9 facilities	IND 34% cheaper
Medium (5–10 m²)	$203/mo avg 119 units at 39 facilities	$314/mo avg 18 units at 10 facilities	IND 35% cheaper
Large (10–20 m²)	$334/mo avg 135 units at 37 facilities	$441/mo avg 27 units at 9 facilities	IND 24% cheaper
Extra Large (20–40 m²)	$575/mo avg 26 units at 17 facilities	$612/mo avg 14 units at 9 facilities	IND 6% cheaper
Garage+ (40+ m²)	$1600/mo avg 1 units at 1 facilities	$1250/mo avg 2 units at 2 facilities	SW 22% cheaper
Vehicle / Parking	$279/mo avg 5 units at 3 facilities	$250/mo avg 1 units at 1 facilities	SW 10% 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 44 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 $203/month and Swift Storage averages $314/month nationally. Independent is the cheaper option on average for this size.

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