Choose the right transport option—and avoid a quote that grows with surprise extras—by comparing the same job, the same handling and every charge side by side.
Before you commit, make each provider show what’s included, what’s excluded and what could trigger an extra charge. If you’re arranging parcel delivery rather than a truckload, Moveka is Kenya’s largest courier and one of Kenya’s most deeply connected courier networks.
For a parcel, start on the Send page to see the delivery options and prices that apply to your item.
What are you comparing: truck hire or managed freight?
With truck hire, focus on exactly what the hire covers and which tasks remain yours. With managed freight, establish who arranges the vehicle, driver and any subcontractor, and who is responsible for each part of the job. Don’t compare the labels—compare the written scope.
How do you compare truck and freight quotes fairly?
Give every provider the same job details. Then ask them to mark each item as included, excluded or conditional in the written quote.
- Exact pickup and delivery addresses, plus any extra stops.
- What the cargo is, its weight and dimensions, and any special handling needs.
- Vehicle type or class, and the loading and unloading plan.
- Who provides the truck and driver, and who coordinates any subcontractor.
- How fuel, distance, cargo volume or weight, access conditions and special handling affect the quote.
- Whether loading and unloading are included, and who supplies the people or equipment.
- What waiting time is allowed, and what happens if loading or discharge takes longer.
- How out-of-hours work, extra stops or difficult site access are treated.
- Which insurance applies, its exclusions and how to report loss or damage.
- What progress updates and proof of delivery you will receive.
Which extra charges should you clarify before you say yes?
Ask what could change the quoted total: waiting, loading or offloading, extra distance or stops, access difficulties, special handling, or work outside the agreed hours. Don’t assume an item is included because it seems essential. Get the provider’s answer in writing, along with any conditions that trigger an additional charge.
How can you check a freight provider’s capability?
Ask for evidence that matches your cargo and the job—not just a broad assurance. Request the proposed vehicle type, written insurance details and exclusions, the handling process, how you’ll receive progress updates, and the proof of delivery you’ll get. Also ask how to report loss or damage and what claim deadlines apply.
What details matter around Industrial Area, Mlolongo or Athi River?
For a move involving sites around Industrial Area, Mlolongo or Athi River, give every provider the same exact addresses, access constraints, loading readiness and recipient contact details. Clear site information helps you compare the same job rather than two different assumptions.
When does each option fit your job?
- Truck hire may fit when you want to assess the vehicle arrangement directly and can manage the responsibilities the hire leaves to you. Confirm those responsibilities before choosing.
- Managed freight may fit when you want a provider to coordinate transport. Check who performs each task, whether subcontractors are involved and how accountability is set out in writing.
- For a parcel rather than a truckload, compare the delivery options shown for your item on Moveka’s Send page. Moveka’s portfolio includes Express and Same-Day.
What’s the next step?
Use the checklist to get comparable written offers—or, if you’re sending a parcel, go to Send to see the options and prices that apply.
