HONEST COMPARISON · UPDATED 2026
NOHO Mailbox vs Northwest Registered Agent
Northwest is the best at registered-agent service alone. We're different — we bundle formation + brand + website + a real LA business address into one $2,000 transaction.
Northwest Registered Agent: premium registered-agent service with strong reviews and a privacy-first reputation.
Side-by-side
| Feature | NOHO Mailbox | Northwest Registered Agent |
|---|---|---|
| LLC filing | Included in bundle | $100 + state fee |
| Registered agent year 1 | Partnered for non-CA states | Free year 1 with formation, $125/yr after |
| Real business address | Yes (5062 Lankershim) | Not offered (registered agent address only) |
| EIN service | Included free | $200 add-on |
| Brand book + website | Included | Not offered |
| Mail forwarding | Postage + $5 | Limited mail forwarding included |
| Privacy | Strong (CMRA address) | Strong (registered agent privacy) |
| Total year-1 cost | $2,000 | ~$300 + add-ons (~$700 with EIN + Operating Agreement) |
Where we're honestly better
- ✓All-in-one stack vs registered-agent-only
- ✓Real LA business address (good for local credibility, banking, marketplaces)
- ✓Brand and website included
Where Northwest Registered Agent wins
- ·Best-in-class registered agent service if that's ALL you need
- ·Lower cost if you only want filing + agent + privacy
- ·Privacy-focused reputation
Should you switch?
We're not really the same product. If you only need a registered agent, Northwest is great. If you want the brand + website + real address bundled, talk to us.
Different products, different needs
If you need a $2,000 launch package vs a $300 registered-agent only, we're your call.