When it comes to mobile storage in Australia, two names frequently come up: gobox and Taxibox.
Both offer convenient, doorstep-delivered storage without needing to visit a facility — but the differences in size, build quality, security, pricing, and service can significantly impact your moving or storage experience.
Whether you're moving house, renovating, decluttering, or need extra business storage, this comparison breaks down everything you need to know so you can make an informed decision.
Choosing the right mobile storage solution often comes down to one thing: how much you can actually fit inside each container.
And when comparing gobox with Taxibox, the size difference is significant.
According to the official comparison data:
One gobox gives you the equivalent storage of 2.2–2.9 Taxibox containers, depending on which gobox size you choose.
That means:
✓ Fewer containers
✓ Fewer delivery/pickup fees
✓ Cleaner, less cluttered driveway
✓ Faster packing
✓ Better value per cubic metre
Now, let’s take a closer look at the build quality of each container — because the material your storage box is made from directly impacts how well your belongings are protected, especially when stored outdoors for weeks or months at a time.
gobox containers are built the same way commercial-grade shipping units are built — using solid steel walls and a metal roof engineered for long-term outdoor exposure.
This gives you:
In Australian conditions — where heat, storms, and moisture fluctuate heavily — steel provides the most reliable long-term protection.
Taxibox units are constructed from plywood, which has very different performance characteristics compared to steel.
Plywood containers are:
While plywood can be suitable for short-term, fair-weather storage, it presents greater risks for:
(Accurate “Household Shopping List” Comparison)
Most people don’t think in cubic metres — they think in couches, mattresses, boxes, fridges, and furniture.
So here’s a practical, visual comparison of what you can actually fit into a Medium gobox(17.4 m³) versus a Standard Taxibox (7.9 m³).
A Medium gobox can comfortably store the contents of a small 2–3 bedroom home.
Think of it like a full house move in one container.
Summary:
A Medium gobox fits the equivalent of two bedrooms + living room + appliances + boxes, in a single container.
A Taxibox fits roughly a studio to small 1-bedroom apartment’s worth of items.
Summary:
A Taxibox fits one bedroom + a small couch + some boxes — about one-third of a gobox Medium.
Security is one of the most important factors when choosing a mobile storage solution — especially if your container will be sitting on your driveway, visible from the street, or stored onsite for weeks or months at a time.
The construction material, lock system, and vulnerability to tampering all play a major role in how secure your items are.
gobox containers are built from solid steel walls and a metal roof, offering the same type of strength and tamper resistance as commercial freight containers.
This provides several key security advantages:
Steel is extremely difficult to cut, pry, or force open compared to timber.
This makes gobox containers a far less attractive target for opportunistic theft, especially when left in plain view.
The locking system is integrated into the steel frame, making it highly resistant to:
The obvious strength and construction of a steel gobox visually signals security, further reducing the likelihood of targeted break-ins.
Taxibox uses plywood for their standard containers. While lightweight, plywood naturally presents several security risks:
Timber can be:
This means it may not offer the same level of protection for high-value household items or business inventory.
A plywood box sitting in street view is more vulnerable because:
Over time, timber joins can loosen due to:
This can make the structure easier to compromise.
If your container is being stored on-site for 8+ weeks, or you’re storing:
…then the material protecting your belongings becomes even more important.
A steel gobox offers far greater resistance to break-ins, damage, and tampering — creating a safer, more secure storage environment for your possessions.
Getting a storage container delivered to the exact spot you need isn’t just a convenience — it can determine whether you’re able to use portable storage at all.
Access, manoeuvrability, gradients, and driveway constraints all play a major role in whether a container can be successfully placed.
Here’s how gobox and Taxibox differ in their delivery systems.
gobox uses a purpose-built, engineered delivery system specifically designed for manoeuvring containers into places that traditional forklifts simply cannot reach.
This system provides exceptional placement flexibility, allowing gobox to position containers in:
Because the gobox system is designed for mobility, it can safely handle empty or full containers, giving customers more options during moves or renovations.
Many homes — especially older properties in Melbourne and Adelaide — have tight frontages, steep driveways, or limited access, where a forklift-based system simply can’t operate.
gobox’s delivery method dramatically reduces the chance of access issues.
Taxiboxrelies on forklifts to move and position their containers.
While suitable for open, flat, and accessible sites, forklifts come with several inherent limitations:
Forklifts also require significant clearance to turn, lift, and place the container safely — which restricts where a Taxibox can be positioned.
If a forklift cannot safely operate at your property, your container may not be able to be placed where you need it. In some cases, this can mean the placement is not possible at all.
One of the biggest concerns customers have when booking portable storage is simple:
“What if the delivery truck can’t access my property?”
A failed delivery can cause major delays — and in some cases, companies still charge a fee even if placement isn’t possible.
gobox removes that uncertainty with a comprehensive access validation process performed before your booking is finalised.
Before confirming any booking or taking payment, gobox carries out a detailed accessibility review to ensure your property can be safely serviced.
This includes:
Checking the layout of your property, driveway, and nearby streets using satellite maps.
Reviewing the frontage, slope, driveway width, and any visible access constraints.
Delivery specialists assess the site requirements and determine the safest approach for container placement.
Only once all access criteria are confirmed as suitable is the booking finalised — giving customers confidence and peace of mind.
This proactive process protects customers from unexpected delivery issues and ensures the placement is feasible before any money changes hands.
Taxibox does not publicly outline its full access-validation procedure, but it is reasonable to assume that, like most storage providers, they perform their own checks to determine whether a location is serviceable.
However, gobox makes its verification process transparent, standardised, and customer-first — ensuring you always know exactly what to expect before you commit.
By validating access upfront, gobox helps you avoid:
It’s another small but important part of GoBox’s commitment to reliable, transparent, customer-focused service.
When it comes to where each provider operates, both gobox and Taxibox offer strong—but different—coverage models.
GoBox services Victoria and South Australia, with deep local expertise and a highly specialised delivery and support network.
This local focus allows for faster response times, better route planning, and more personalised service within these regions.
TAXIBOX operates across multiple states and metro areas nationally.
This broader footprint benefits customers moving between major cities, although it doesn’t necessarily offer an advantage if you’re storing or moving within VIC or SA, where GoBox provides more tailored, region-specific service.
Many customers assume Taxibox is cheaper — but this is only true when comparing one small box (made of plywood).
GoBox Medium ($270) vs Competitor Equivalent ($318) → GoBox is cheaper.
Predictable, upfront pricing = no surprises.
Both gobox and Taxibox offer the option to store your container in a secure warehouse with:
| Scenario | Best Option | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Large household move | gobox | One unit fits what 3 competitor boxes would |
| Renovation or long-term on-site storage | gobox | Weatherproof steel, harder to break into |
| Business or retail storage | gobox | High security + warehouse logistics |
| Tight or tricky access locations | gobox | Custom-built delivery system |
| Short-term small storage | Taxibox | Smaller footprint, basic storage |
| Student storage / temporary mini storage | Taxibox | Small economical boxes |
Both gobox and Taxibox offer convenient portable storage options — but the differences become clear when you compare:
If you want more space, stronger protection, flat transparent pricing, and better long-term value, gobox is the smarter choice.
With steel construction, larger containers, predictable pricing, and a superior delivery system, gobox makes moving and storage simpler, safer, and more cost-effective.
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I stored my personal items for 5 years with GoBox. They were affordable, professional, reliable and helpful from beginning to end.
Go box has been fantastic service was impressive from start to finish. Box was skilfully placed and removed by Tim on 2 tricky driveways with so much care . Also the advice on packing helped so much. The box was secure and clean even smelled good ! Margot was extremely helpful with booking etc. Made moving a lot less stressful . Would use again and 100 percent recommend
Go Box are excellent! Fantastic service. The box arrived and was in extremely clean condition. Collection was on time. Highly recommend. Makes moving so much easier.
So impressed with using & interacting with this business! Really friendly, action-orientated and great service. When they initially had a mix-up they couldn't have worked faster to immediately resolve it. The containers themselves are great; clean and waterproof. I'll actually miss having it on-site, as it was very practical extra space. Thank you!
People in the office and the delivery driver communicated well throughout the process and delivery 👍
We very happy with service and ability to change with our circumstances due to health problems we where going thru at the times. When you collected the the box I did a check and noticed your strap had been removed.
Warehouse Address:10-12 Commercial Street, Marleston, SA 5033
Office Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am – 5pm
Delivery Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am - 5pm
Phone: 1300 668 688
Email: infosa@gobox.com.au
