Independent vs U-Store-It: Storage Prices Compared
7 size categories compared · Updated July 2026
Independent is cheaper overall
Independent wins on price in 4 of 7 size categories.
As of July 2026, Independent operates 58 facilities while U-Store-It has 7. For medium units, Independent averages $213/month vs U-Store-It at $236/month. Independent is cheaper on average across most size brackets.
Independent
Facilities
58
States
NSW, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA
Brackets won
4 of 7
U-Store-It
Facilities
7
States
SA
Brackets won
2 of 7
Price Comparison Score
Independent: 4 wins
U-Store-It: 2 wins
Price Comparison by Unit Size
| Size | Independent | U-Store-It | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Locker (< 2 m²) |
$64/mo avg
29 units at 20 facilities
|
$71/mo avg
8 units at 5 facilities
|
IND
10% cheaper
|
| Small (2–5 m²) |
$136/mo avg
127 units at 34 facilities
|
$141/mo avg
47 units at 7 facilities
|
IND
4% cheaper
|
| Medium (5–10 m²) |
$213/mo avg
193 units at 55 facilities
|
$236/mo avg
89 units at 7 facilities
|
IND
10% cheaper
|
| Large (10–20 m²) |
$320/mo avg
210 units at 52 facilities
|
$426/mo avg
76 units at 7 facilities
|
IND
25% cheaper
|
| Extra Large (20–40 m²) |
$516/mo avg
47 units at 26 facilities
|
$441/mo avg
8 units at 3 facilities
|
US
15% cheaper
|
| Garage+ (40+ m²) |
$1130/mo avg
2 units at 2 facilities
|
Not available | — |
| Vehicle / Parking |
$281/mo avg
8 units at 6 facilities
|
$272/mo avg
12 units at 4 facilities
|
US
3% cheaper
|
Suburbs Where Both Operate
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Independent or U-Store-It cheaper?
Based on national average prices, Independent is cheaper than U-Store-It 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 U-Store-It have?
Independent has 58 facilities with available pricing, while U-Store-It has 7. Facility counts reflect locations where we have current pricing data.
Which states do Independent and U-Store-It operate in?
Independent operates in NSW, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA. U-Store-It operates in SA.
Which is better for a medium storage unit — Independent or U-Store-It?
For medium units (5-10 m²), Independent averages $213/month and U-Store-It averages $236/month nationally. Independent is the cheaper option on average for this size.
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