40×30×30 cm boxes in a 16 ft PODS
~29 m³ at 80% efficiency holds about 644 boxes of 36 L — or far fewer with furniture.
How many boxes fit in a PODS container?
PODS come in three sizes and the price jumps between them. Enter your box size to see which container your move actually needs.
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Load it like a mover.
PODS are loaded at your pace — but the size decision is still the expensive one.
- The 12 ft is the sweet spot.
It swallows a 2-bedroom; most people overbuy the 16 ft.
- Load heavy low.
Appliances and books on the floor, light boxes up high.
- Strap every 4 feet.
PODS ride on trucks — unstrapped loads walk.
- Mind the door swing.
Leave the last metre for what you'll need first.
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Frequently asked questions
How many boxes fit in a 16 ft PODS container?
About 640 standard 40×30×30 cm boxes at 80% efficiency — far fewer with furniture.
What sizes do PODS containers come in?
7 ft (~11 m³), 12 ft (~22 m³) and 16 ft (~29 m³).
Can I load a PODS container myself?
Yes — it's dropped at your driveway and you load at your own pace.
How long can I keep the container?
Month-to-month rental; storage fees apply while it sits at their facility.