The short answer
uShip has the stronger current audit profile
uShip leads this comparison by 32 points in Verify Car Carrier’s current audit data. That is a meaningful evidence edge, not a guarantee of an individual shipment outcome—confirm the final quote, carrier assignment, pickup window, and cancellation terms before booking.
Start with the right kind of score
An audit score summarizes evidence. Customer ratings describe reviews. They use different scales and are not interchangeable.
uShip
Independent audit evidence
Audit score · out of 100
82 / 100
Top Recommended
Evidence dated April 6, 2026
Higher current audit scoreView audit & evidence →Xpress Auto Transportation Inc
Independent audit evidence
Audit score · out of 100
50 / 100
Limited Confidence
Evidence dated April 6, 2026
View audit & evidence →How to read this: audit scores use a 100-point scale, not a customer-star scale or a shipment guarantee. Public customer ratings below are out of 5; BBB ratings use the source’s own scale. “Not established” means the available record does not establish that fact. Read the methodology.
The facts, side by side
Compare the available evidence
Audit scores, public ratings and company records are different signals—not a single ranking. Missing data does not establish a finding. Confirm current authority and written terms before booking.
| Evidence signal | uShip uShip Inc | Xpress Auto Transportation Inc Xpress Auto Transportation Inc |
|---|---|---|
| Independent audit score · /100 | 82 / 100 | 50 / 100 |
| Audit classification | Top Recommended | Limited Confidence |
| FMCSA authority | Inactive authority | Active authority |
| Years in Business | 23 years recorded in the audit | Not established |
| Home State | TX | SC |
| Google customer rating · /5 | Rating not establishedView Google source ↗ | 4.5 / 5 · 50 reviewsView Google source ↗ |
| BBB Rating | Rating not establishedView BBB source ↗ | Rating not establishedView BBB source ↗ |
| Transport Reviews customer rating · /5 | Rating not establishedView Transport Reviews source ↗ | Rating not establishedView Transport Reviews source ↗ |
| Yelp · /5 or platform status | Rating not establishedView Yelp source ↗ | Rating not establishedView Yelp source ↗ |
| Trustpilot · /5 or platform status | Rating not establishedView Trustpilot source ↗ | Rating not establishedView Trustpilot source ↗ |
| ConsumerAffairs · /5 or platform status | Rating not establishedView ConsumerAffairs source ↗ | Rating not establishedView ConsumerAffairs source ↗ |
| BBB customer reviews · /5 or platform status | Not established | Not established |
| BBB accreditation | Not established | Not established |
| BBB complaints · last 12 months | Not established | Not established |
| BBB complaints · last 3 years | Not established | Not established |
| Evidence snapshot date | April 6, 2026 — recorded evidence, not a live check | April 6, 2026 — recorded evidence, not a live check |
| Pricing Style | Budget | Mid-range |
| Price-change Risk | Medium | Medium |
| Best Fit | Balanced | none |
| Service Fit | Broadly balanced service profile; strong audited fits: enclosed transport and urgent pickup | none is its stated overall fit |
| MC Number | MC-23053 | MC-1668123 |
| USDOT Number | 2998976 | 4288285 |
| Profile links | Request a quote fromuShip →Read full audit → | Request a quote fromXpress Auto Transportation Inc →Read full audit → |
Your shipment. Your choice of company.
Request a quote from the company you choose. Company contact and a shipment-specific quote come next—not an instant price.
How to use this comparison
Choose based on your shipment—not a headline score alone
The score is a useful starting point, but price certainty, vehicle type, pickup urgency, and the quality of the assigned carrier matter too. We compare audited signals instead of selling rank positions, then link to the underlying broker reports so you can verify the evidence before you request quotes.
Best fit by situation
When each broker may make more sense
uShip
Audit score: 82/100 · Top Recommended
- •strong audited fits: enclosed transport and urgent pickup
- •23 years in business adds operating history
Xpress Auto Transportation Inc
Audit score: 50/100 · Limited Confidence
- •none shipping is a stated overall fit
Broker-by-broker analysis
What the audited evidence says
uShip
Audit score: 82/100 · Top Recommended · Audited April 6, 2026
This audit gives uShip a score of 82/100 — Top Recommended. We recommend this broker based on the reviewed authority, identity, reputation, customer-experience, pricing, route, and brand evidence. The total combines 20/20 legitimacy, 18/25 reputation, 15/20 customer experience, 12/15 pricing, 8/10 route and service, and 9/10 brand evidence.
Read detailed findings · Authority, reviews, pricing & service
Authority and company record
uShip Inc does not have confirmed active FMCSA authority in this audit under MC-23053 / USDOT 2998976. Its legal name, authority record, and public-facing identity matches the public-facing identity reviewed; website, phone, and email all tested as working. The audit lists 23 years in business and marks the public profile as partial.
Reviews and customer experience
The audit records 4.4/5 on Trustpilot. Review activity is Okay and cross-platform alignment is Mixed. The BBB entry is not rated, with a high complaint signal. Customer feedback in this audit is rated Strong for communication, Mixed for price honesty, Mixed for pickup, Mixed for delivery, and Strong for problem handling. Likelihood of using uShip again is rated Mixed.
Pricing and service fit
The audit classifies uShip as a budget option with medium price-change risk. Its pricing assessment is 12/15, including 2/5 for price consistency and 4/5 for bait-and-switch risk. Price honesty The audit identifies Balanced as the primary fit for uShip. Route and service evidence totals 8/10 (2/4 lane strength, 0/3 service fit, and 3/3 route relevance). Individual transport-type assessments are Open Transport: Mixed, Enclosed: Strong, Urgent Pickup: Strong, Luxury / Classic: Mixed, Inoperable Cars: Mixed.
Transparency and brand signals
Brand-transparency evidence totals 9/10, based on website quality (2/3), review responses (2/2), service transparency (2/2), reputation-management maturity (1/1), and overall trust feel (2/2).
Positive signals
- Finding budget drivers
- Price honesty
What to verify
- Delays might happen
Source checks
Xpress Auto Transportation Inc
Audit score: 50/100 · Limited Confidence · Audited April 6, 2026
This audit gives Xpress Auto Transportation Inc a score of 50/100 — Limited Confidence. We do not currently recommend this broker based on the reviewed authority, identity, reputation, customer-experience, pricing, route, and brand evidence. The total combines 12/20 legitimacy, 11/25 reputation, 9.5/20 customer experience, 6.5/15 pricing, 5.5/10 route and service, and 5.5/10 brand evidence. Sparse reviews
Read detailed findings · Authority, reviews, pricing & service
Authority and company record
Xpress Auto Transportation Inc holds active FMCSA operating authority under MC-1668123 / USDOT 4288285. Its legal name, authority record, and public-facing identity has identity details that warrant an additional check; at least one contact channel was not confirmed as working. The audit lists an unconfirmed number of years in business and marks the public profile as partial.
Reviews and customer experience
The audit records 4.5/5 on Google from 50 reviews, 4/5 on Trustpilot. Review activity is Okay and cross-platform alignment is Weak. The BBB entry is not rated, with a medium complaint signal. Customer feedback in this audit is rated Mixed for communication, Mixed for price honesty, Mixed for pickup, Mixed for delivery, and Mixed for problem handling. Likelihood of using Xpress Auto Transportation Inc again is rated Mixed.
Pricing and service fit
The audit classifies Xpress Auto Transportation Inc as a mid-range option with medium price-change risk. Its pricing assessment is 6.5/15, including 2/5 for price consistency and 2/5 for bait-and-switch risk. Website present The audit identifies none as the primary fit for Xpress Auto Transportation Inc. Route and service evidence totals 5.5/10 (2/4 lane strength, 0/3 service fit, and 1.5/3 route relevance). Individual transport-type assessments are Open Transport: Mixed, Enclosed: Mixed, Urgent Pickup: Mixed, Luxury / Classic: Mixed, Inoperable Cars: Mixed.
Transparency and brand signals
Brand-transparency evidence totals 5.5/10, based on website quality (2/3), review responses (1/2), service transparency (1/2), reputation-management maturity (0.5/1), and overall trust feel (1/2).
Positive signals
- FMCSA active
- Website present
What to verify
- Low review depth
- Inconsistent themes
Before you book
Get the terms in writing
Ask each broker for the total price, deposit and cancellation terms, pickup window, carrier information when assigned, cargo coverage, and how price changes are handled. A strong audit profile does not replace reading the agreement for your specific shipment.
Frequently asked questions
How should I compare uShip and Xpress Auto Transportation Inc?
Start with the available audit evidence, then compare the written quote, carrier-assignment process, pickup window, cancellation terms, and service fit.
Which company has the higher current audit score?
uShip currently has the highest score. The score summarizes available evidence, but it cannot guarantee a specific carrier, final price, or pickup outcome.
Which shipment needs separate uShip and Xpress Auto Transportation Inc?
The current audit rates these as strong service fits: uShip: enclosed transport and urgent pickup; Xpress Auto Transportation Inc: no service type is currently rated Strong. Confirm the written quote and actual carrier availability for your specific vehicle and route.
Does the higher trust score guarantee a better shipment?
No. The score summarizes current audit evidence; it cannot guarantee a specific carrier, final price, pickup timing, or shipment outcome. Always confirm the written quote, carrier details, insurance, and cancellation terms before booking.