Portable Container Sizes
Find the container that fits your space
Two portable storage container sizes, delivered to your home or business. Not sure which one you need? Answer two questions and we’ll suggest a size.
- 8 ft and 16 ft containers
- Monthly rental
- Delivered and picked up
Find your fit
Our container sizes
- Compact
8 ft container
Our compact size: easy to place in a driveway or a tight lot, with room for a room’s worth of belongings or a small stockroom.
- Size
- 8′ L × 7′ W × 8′ H (reference exterior)
- Space
- About 56 sq ft of floor, 448 cu ft exterior volume
- Compare
- Floor space similar to a 5′ × 10′ storage unit
Best for
- One room of furniture and boxes
- Seasonal décor, sports and garden gear
- Tools, supplies and small business stock
- Tight driveways and small lots
- Most space
16 ft container
Our largest size, with about twice the floor of the 8 ft container. Made for bigger projects, renovations and business inventory.
- Size
- Dimensions confirmed with your quote
- Space
- About twice the floor space of the 8 ft container
- Compare
- For multi-room projects and larger inventory
Best for
- Several rooms during a remodel
- Retail overflow and seasonal inventory
- Construction materials and equipment
- Business records, fixtures and furniture
Reference dimensions are exterior. Interior space, door opening, empty weight and payload depend on the equipment and are confirmed with your quote. Container or self-storage unit? Compare →
How many containers do I need?
Find your size in a few clicks
Tell us what you’re storing. We’ll suggest a container size you can take straight to your quote.
Our suggestion
16 ft container
Our largest size, with about twice the floor of the 8 ft container. Made for bigger projects, renovations and business inventory.
Get a Quote for This SizeThis is an estimate. Our team confirms the right size and number of containers with your quote.
Every BigBox2Go container comes with
Delivered to you
We bring the container to your driveway, lot or jobsite on the date you choose.
Monthly rental
Keep it as long as you need. Extensions on request.
Load at your pace
You pack and load it yourself, on your own schedule.
Scheduled pickup
When you’re done, schedule pickup and we take it away.
Clear pricing
Every charge is disclosed in your quote before you accept.
One point of contact
A real team that answers by email within one business day.
Compare sizes side by side
| Feature | 8 ft container | 16 ft container |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | A room, seasonal items or a small stockroom | Several rooms, renovations or larger inventory |
| Exterior size | 8′ × 7′ × 8′ (reference) | Confirmed with your quote |
| Floor space | About 56 sq ft | About twice the 8 ft |
| Placement | Easier in tight driveways and lots | Needs a longer, open placement area |
| Rental | Monthly | Monthly |
| Delivery & pickup | Per trip | Per trip |
Loading tips
A well-loaded container protects your things and keeps the load safe on the road.
- 1
Heavy items first
Put the heaviest pieces on the floor, spread evenly from side to side.
- 2
Fill it snug
Pack tightly from the back to the doors so nothing shifts in transit.
- 3
Tie it down
Secure tall or loose items with straps or rope, layer by layer.
- 4
Protect and label
Wrap furniture, use sturdy boxes and label each one by room or department.
- 5
Keep what you need near the doors
Things you’ll want while it’s in storage go in last.
- 6
Know what can’t go in
No hazardous materials, perishables, live animals or other restricted items.
Container size questions
Which container size do I need?
The 8 ft container suits about one room of belongings, seasonal items or a small stockroom. The 16 ft container has about twice the floor space, for several rooms, a renovation or larger inventory. Use the size finder above for a suggestion; our team confirms it with your quote.
What are the container dimensions?
The 8 ft container’s reference exterior dimensions are 8′ × 7′ × 8′ (448 cubic feet of exterior volume). The 16 ft container’s dimensions, and the interior space and door opening of both, are confirmed with your quote.
How much weight can a container hold?
The payload depends on the container model and is confirmed with your quote. Spread heavy items across the floor and keep the load even from side to side.
Can I rent more than one container?
Yes. Choose “Multiple containers” in the quote. Multi-container business plans across several locations are coming soon.
How long can I keep the container?
Containers are rented monthly, with extensions on request. Schedule pickup when you’re done.
Do I need a permit?
On your own driveway, usually not. On a street, a shared lot or in an HOA you may need permission; check the local rules before delivery.
Who loads and unloads the container?
You do. We deliver, pick up and handle the container logistics; you or your team load and unload it.