What Des bras en plus does

Des bras en plus (DBEP) is a France-based digital moving services platform founded in 2011, operating as the consumer-facing brand of Cyrus Capital, a privately held French holding company. The company pioneered online reservation of professional moving services in France, and today serves individual consumers, students, and businesses through a nationwide hybrid distribution model that combines a self-serve website (desbrasenplus.com), a dedicated B2B portal (pro.desbrasenplus.com), phone and video-conference assisted sales, physical agency boutiques, and a fulfillment network of 250+ independently selected, trained, and quality-monitored moving companies (the 'DBEP Family') operating across 13 French regions including Corsica. Over 100,000 clients have used the service since founding.

The platform's product surface is organized into four core service lines: volume-based moving (Déménagement au Volume) with transparent fixed pricing across predefined cubic-meter tiers starting from €280; inventory-based moving (DBEP ZEN) with guaranteed coverage of all listed items; hourly moving assistance (Chrono) in 4- or 7-hour blocks with 1–2 movers for budget and student moves; and B2B office and equipment relocations via the pro portal. A flagship differentiator is Flexeco, a flash-sale/groupage mechanism that consolidates multiple moves on the same route to offer customers up to 70% savings in exchange for ±one week date flexibility. The technology stack is digital rather than AI-driven: an online configuration tool, a real-time pricing engine, and video-conference-based 'virtual technical visits' that the company states save roughly 250,000 km of travel and 50 tonnes of CO2 annually. Insurance is provided through Marsh, payments are processed by Dalenys (PCI DSS Level 1) with installment options via Floa Bank and Oney Bank, and the company holds a French Ministry of Transport Déménagement Licence (0001705), is a member of the Chambre syndicale du déménagement, and is certified 'Entreprise à Mission' under the PACTE law (2020).

DBEP's revenue model is transaction-based: per-move fees scaled to volume, hourly block fees, Flexeco transaction fees at a discount to standard pricing, and ancillary sales of moving supplies (boxes, packing materials, equipment) through both the website and physical boutiques. The model is asset-light at the corporate level (11–50 internal headcount) with capital deployed primarily into customer acquisition (SEO, content, PR, Trustpilot reputation) and partner-network curation rather than owned trucks or owned movers. Marketing is digital-first, supported by national press coverage and 3,716+ Trustpilot reviews at 4.6/5, and the company has been recognized in 2024 as 'Meilleure enseigne' by Capital and 'Elue meilleure enseigne française 2024' across major French media.

Name

Des bras en plus

Legal name

Cyrus Capital

Website

https://desbrasenplus.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Des bras en plus is a France-based digital moving services marketplace serving individual consumers, students, and businesses through a nationwide network of 250+ vetted moving partner companies, offering transparent volume-based, hourly, and groupage pricing via an online booking platform.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Paris

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Moving Services - Volume-based: Core revenue from providing professional moving services charged by cubic meter (m3) volume. Customers select from predefined volume tiers (up to 20m3, 20-30m3, 30-40m3, 40-50m3) with transparent pricing. Includes loading, transport, delivery, and optional services like packing, disassembly/remount.
2. Moving Services - Hourly/Multi-hour: Hourly moving assistance service (4 or 7 hours) with 1-2 movers, with or without vehicle. Ideal for budget-conscious customers and students.
3. Inventory-based Moving: Custom quote based on detailed inventory of items to be moved, providing guaranteed coverage for all listed items.
4. Packing Materials and Equipment: Sale of moving supplies including boxes (standard, XL, wardrobe), packing materials, and moving equipment through the website and physical boutiques.
5. Groupage (Flexeco): Long-distance moving consolidation service offering up to 70% discount by grouping multiple moves on the same route.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Des bras en plus is a French moving services platform that lets customers configure and book residential or commercial moves online, with transparent volume-based or inventory-based pricing. The company operates as the digital front-end of a network of 250+ vetted partner moving companies that execute the actual moves across France. It also sells moving supplies, offers Flexeco groupage (load-sharing) deals with up to 70% savings, and provides a dedicated B2B portal for professional relocations.

Product overview

Des bras en plus operates as a comprehensive moving services platform offering multiple service tiers: (1) Volume-based moving (au volume) with fixed pricing from 280€-1200€ depending on cubic meters, (2) Inventory-based moving (sur inventaire/DBEP ZEN) with guaranteed transport of all listed items, (3) Chrono hourly moving assistance providing 1-2 movers with/without truck for 4-7 hour blocks ideal for budget and student moves, (4) Business moving services via pro.desbrasenplus.com for companies, and (5) Flexeco load-sharing option offering up to 70% savings through route consolidation. The platform also provides ancillary products including moving supplies (boxes, packing materials) and services including video-based technical assessments, furniture lift rental, and storage solutions. All services are delivered through a network of 250+ vetted moving companies across France.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Volume-Based Moving (Déménagement au Volume) Fixed-price moving service priced by cubic meter of belongings (up to 20 m³, 20-30 m³, 30-40 m³, 40-50 m³ tiers), with online configuration and instant quote. Targeted at individuals and families relocating in France.
• Inventory-Based Moving (DBEP ZEN) Custom moving service priced from a detailed inventory of items to be moved, with a guarantee that all listed items are transported. Suited for customers who want assured coverage of specific belongings.
• Hourly Moving Assistance (Chrono) 4- or 7-hour blocks of moving help with 1-2 movers, with or without truck, designed for budget-conscious customers, students, and small jobs.
• Business Moving (Déménagement Entreprise) Professional moving services for offices, equipment, archives, and commercial relocations, with a dedicated B2B portal and account management. Targeted at SMEs and mid-market companies.
• Flexeco Groupage Service Long-distance moving consolidation service grouping multiple moves on the same route to fill empty trucks, with up to 70% savings for customers accepting flexible dates within a one-week window.
• Moving Supplies (Matériel de Déménagement) Retail of moving boxes (standard, XL, wardrobe), packing materials, and moving equipment, available via the website and physical agency boutiques across France.
• Furniture Lift Service (Monte-Meubles) Window-passage furniture lift service with operator and hoisting equipment for items that cannot be moved through standard access routes, billed as a 4-hour maximum service.
• Storage and Self-Storage (Garde-Meuble) Temporary storage solutions for customers needing to store belongings during relocation transitions, with associated entrance fees handled by third-party storage facilities.

Quantifiable outcome

• 30% savings compared to traditional moving companies
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• MarshcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal leader in transport goods insurance, providing specific moving insurance coverage for all Des bras en plus services. Partner since company founding, demonstrating commitment to customer protection.
• Chambre syndicale du déménagementcoreOthersProfessional industry association membership ensuring compliance with sector standards and regulations. Des bras en plus is an active member of the moving industry syndicate.
• Dalenys PaymentcoreTechnology or IntegrationPCI DSS Level 1 certified payment processor (subsidiary of BPCE group), handling secure credit card transactions. Provides encrypted payment processing ensuring customer data security.
• Make It en France (MIF)minorOthersPhilanthropic association created and supported by Des bras en plus to help entrepreneurs launch businesses in France. Represents the company's social mission commitment beyond core business.
• DBEP Family NetworkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetwork of 250+ independently owned professional moving companies that are recruited, trained, and quality-monitored by Des bras en plus. These partners execute moving services under the DBEP brand across all of France.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Demeco: Demeco is one of the largest traditional moving networks in France, offering local and long-distance household and corporate moves with both online booking and agency-based service. Comparable to Des bras en plus in customer segment (French consumers and businesses) and core offering (residential moving), though Demeco operates a more agency-anchored model versus DBEP's digital-first marketplace approach.
• Shiply: Shiply is a UK-based reverse-auction marketplace that matches customers posting delivery/moving jobs with transport providers bidding for the work, often at discounted rates. Comparable to Des bras en plus in marketplace model, discount-driven pricing (analogous to Flexeco groupage savings), and household/individual customer focus, though Shiply emphasizes auction mechanics and broader freight rather than full-service moving.
• AnyVan: AnyVan is a UK-headquartered online marketplace that connects customers with vetted transport providers for moves, furniture delivery, and large-item shipments across Europe. Directly comparable to Des bras en plus as a digital marketplace of vetted transport/moving partners, with transparent online pricing and rating-based selection — though AnyVan operates primarily in the UK and broader Europe rather than France specifically.
• Gentlemen du Déménagement: Gentlemen du Déménagement is a French franchise network of independent professional movers offering residential and corporate relocation services across France. Directly comparable to Des bras en plus in target customer (French households and businesses), service scope (volume-based and tailored moves), and network-driven execution model, though it relies on franchise branding rather than a unified digital platform.

Others

• TaskRabbit: TaskRabbit is a global on-demand marketplace that connects customers with local labor for tasks including moving help, furniture assembly, and heavy lifting. Comparable to Des bras en plus at the intersection of demand for flexible moving labor and a vetted tasker network, though TaskRabbit is a broader labor platform rather than a full-service mover-marketplace and does not handle truck logistics centrally.
• Lalamove: Lalamove is an Asia-headquartered on-demand delivery and logistics platform that connects customers and businesses with drivers for last-mile, same-day, and moving-sized deliveries. Comparable to Des bras en plus in digital marketplace matching of customers with vetted vehicle/task providers, though Lalamove focuses more broadly on parcel and last-mile delivery rather than dedicated household moving services.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/desbrasenplus

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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