Roadie (owned by UPS) focuses on package delivery using everyday drivers. Bulky is built for large, heavy items with trained truck drivers, same-day dispatch, and assembly as a same-booking add-on.
An honest comparison of the two platforms for large item delivery and assembly. No trash-talk — just the facts.
| Feature | Bulky | Roadie |
|---|---|---|
| Specialized for large/heavy items | ✓ Purpose-built | Primarily parcel-focused |
| Furniture assembly add-on | ✓ Same-booking Tech | ✗ Not offered |
| Same-day delivery (2–4 hrs) | ✓ Typical ETA | Available but often slower |
| Instant upfront pricing | ✓ Before you confirm | ✓ Available |
| Items up to 1,200 lbs | ✓ Trailer-class dispatch | ✗ Lower weight limits |
| Pick up from any store/seller | ✓ Any address | ✓ Any address |
| Item damage coverage | ✓ Up to $10,000 | Limited / varies |
| Real-time GPS tracking | ✓ Full live map | ✓ Available |
| Old item haul-away | ✓ Add-on | ✗ Not standard |
| Background-checked drivers | ✓ All drivers | ✓ All drivers |
Roadie started as a package crowdsourcing platform. Bulky is purpose-built for furniture, appliances, and oversized items — weight classes, crew dispatch, and the right vehicles are baked into every order.
Bulky's dispatch is optimized for same-day speed. Most deliveries are matched and en route within 1–2 hours of booking. Roadie's same-day availability can be slower, especially outside major metros.
Book a Bulky Tech to assemble your furniture on the same visit. Roadie is delivery-only. If you need delivery + assembly, Bulky is the only choice.
Bulky dispatches multi-person crews and trailer-class vehicles for the heaviest items. Roadie's weight limits are more restrictive for oversized and heavy pieces.
Pickup from any store, warehouse, or private seller. Drop-off to any room, floor, or address.
See the full price — delivery + any add-ons — before you confirm. No hourly billing, no surprises.
Watch your driver on the map in real time. Rate and tip when complete.
Flat-rate pricing. Same-day delivery. Assembly included. No hourly billing.