Storage Land vs SmartWay Storage (formerly Elite Container Storage)

Choosing between Storage Land and SmartWay Storage (formerly Elite Container Storage) for container storage in Brisbane? Both offer shipping-container self storage on the south side, but they differ on pricing transparency, location, reviews and what each one specialises in. Here is an honest side-by-side so you can decide what suits you. Elite Container Storage now trades as SmartWay Storage from the same yard at 234 Musgrave Rd, Coopers Plains. Every SmartWay figure below was read from smartwaystorage.com.au on 18 October 2026, and their review count from Google on 12 October 2026.

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Storage Land vs SmartWay Storage at a glance

FeatureStorage LandSmartWay Storage (formerly Elite)
Headline 20ft price$349/month, published onlineFrom $400/month, published online (checked 18 October 2026)
Pricing transparencyRates listed on the websiteRates published on their website since mid 2026
ContainerA whole private 20ft container, elevated on timber blocks for airflowInsulated containers
Brisbane locationArcherfield (675 Beaufighter Ave, 4108)Coopers Plains (236 Musgrave Rd, 4108)
Google reviews5.0 stars, 200+ reviews4.8 stars, 147 reviews (Google, 12 October 2026)
ContractsNo lock-in, month to monthMonth to month, no lock-in
Access24/7 drive-up accessDrive-up access, open 24/7
Vehicle, boat and caravan storageYes, from $275/monthVehicle storage available
Mobile / portable storageNot offered - container storage onlyYes, transportable timber modules
Service areaBrisbane south sideBrisbane and the Gold Coast
BrandStorage Land, established and consistentRebranded from Elite Container Storage to SmartWay Storage in 2026

Key differences explained

Pricing you can see before you call

Both yards now publish a 20ft price. Storage Land is $349/month, with vehicle, boat and caravan storage from $275/month. SmartWay lists its 20ft container from $400/month (read 18 October 2026), so like for like you are $51 a month, or $612 a year, better off at Storage Land. SmartWay also advertises a free first month, but the stated condition is a six-month minimum stay - so the free month is paid for by a lock-in. Storage Land has no minimum term at all: month to month, 30 days notice, no bond. See our full storage prices or our cheap storage Brisbane page.

A whole private container, not a shared space

At Storage Land you get your own lockable 20ft container at ground level, elevated on timber blocks so air can move underneath - which helps keep your goods dry without relying on sealed insulation. Read more about how we prevent mould in container storage.

Location and service area

Both facilities sit in the 4108 postcode minutes apart - Storage Land in Archerfield and SmartWay in Coopers Plains. Storage Land is focused purely on Brisbane's south side, while SmartWay splits its operation between Brisbane and the Gold Coast. If you are storing near Coopers Plains, see our storage Coopers Plains page.

Reviews and reputation

Storage Land holds a 5.0-star Google rating from more than 200 reviews. SmartWay Storage Brisbane sits at 4.8 stars from 147 reviews (Google, 12 October 2026), and because the profile changed its name from Elite Container Storage during 2026, older reviews still refer to the previous brand.

When SmartWay Storage might suit you

To be fair, SmartWay offers things Storage Land does not. If you want mobile or portable storage - a module delivered to your door so you only load once, from $169 a month on their site - SmartWay provides that and Storage Land does not. They also have a Gold Coast location, so if you are storing down the M1 rather than in Brisbane, they may be more convenient. And if you specifically want a fully insulated unit, that is part of their offering.

Why Brisbane customers choose Storage Land

  • Published pricing - a private 20ft container for $349/month, no quote required
  • 5.0-star Google rating from 200+ verified reviews
  • A whole private container, elevated on timber blocks, on a sealed bitumen yard
  • 24/7 drive-up access with no lock-in contracts
  • Around 40% cheaper than traditional multi-storey self storage
  • Vehicle, boat and caravan storage from $275/month

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Storage Land, 675 Beaufighter Ave, Archerfield QLD 4108. ABN: 47 671 581 534. Comparison information is based on publicly available details at the time of writing and may change.