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How much space do I need?
Select your furniture, boxes and appliances – we calculate the volume and show you the right box size. Takes a minute, costs nothing, no obligation.
Quick start – typical households (customisable):
Boxes & Suitcases
Living & Dining
Bedroom & Children
Kitchen & Household
Office & Business
Sports, Leisure & Vehicles
Garden & Balcony
m³
What fits into which box?
Five size categories from XS to XL – with examples and the currently cheapest available boxes in Switzerland.
Mini up to 3 m³ Boxes, suitcases, seasonal clothes, skis≈ 6–18 moving boxes fromCHF 5 / weekCHF 20 per month
Small 3–7 m³ Cellar compartment: bike, tyres, small furniture≈ 18–42 moving boxes fromCHF 12.77 / weekCHF 51.09 per month
Medium 7–15 m³ Studio to 2-room flat≈ 42–90 moving boxes fromCHF 23.30 / weekCHF 93.21 per month
Large 15–30 m³ 3–4-room flat or business storage≈ 90–180 moving boxes fromCHF 48.85 / weekCHF 195.39 per month
XL over 30 m³ House, warehouse, archive≈ 180–360 moving boxes on request
How to estimate your space requirements correctly
The most important rule of thumb: You need about 5 m³ per room if you disassemble furniture and stack boxes. A studio fits into 7–9 m³, a 2-room flat into 10–15 m³, a 3-room flat into 15–25 m³, a single-family home into 30–40 m³. For a cellar compartment with bicycles, tyres and seasonal clothes, 2–4 m³ is usually enough.
Our boxes are 2,3 to 2,6 m high. Use the height: Heavy boxes at the bottom, light ones on top, mattresses and tabletops upright against the wall. Leave a narrow aisle open so you can access everything at any time – we factor in a 15% reserve for this in the space calculator.
Unsure? Better choose one size larger – or start small and switch if needed. At Squarefoot you can move to a different box size at any time, without a new contract period.
Frequently asked questions about box size
How accurate is the space calculator?
The volumes are guidelines for dismantled furniture and stacked boxes, as used by removal companies. We add approx. 15% reserve so you can stack and reach your belongings. When in doubt: better go one size larger – you can switch at any time.
What fits into 1, 5, 10 or 20 m³?
1–3 m³ (XS): 10–30 moving boxes, suitcases, skis, tyres.
3–7 m³ (S): a cellar compartment or one room: bicycle, small furniture, 30–40 boxes.
7–15 m³ (M): studio up to a 2-room flat incl. bed, sofa, wardrobe.
15–30 m³ (L): 3–4-room flat or business storage with shelves.
over 30 m³ (XL): house, warehouse, archive with palletised goods.
How high are the boxes?
Most boxes are 2,3 to 2,6 m high – so you can stack your items. The exact internal dimensions are listed for each box on the location page.
Can I change size later?
Yes, anytime – provided a suitable box is available at the location. You only pay for the size you actually need.
What packing tips help?
Heavy boxes at the bottom, light ones on top. Disassemble furniture and place mattresses upright. Leave a narrow aisle open so you can reach everything. Shelving (which can be added) multiplies the usable area.
Clear on the size? Then off to your box.
All available boxes with internal dimensions, weekly price and live availability – booked in just a few minutes.