A hand cart has an L shape with large wheels and a set of upright stands. They’re good for moving tall items (such as wardrobes or refrigerators) as well as for objects that can be stacked on top of each other. A dolly has a raised platform, which can keep things off the ground or dirt. It will require you to pick up and place items onto the cart, which is why it’s often used to move smaller items (such as groceries, laundry, cases of water, and boxes).