[5] Billboard described it as a "perfect 'driving' song" and praised Paul Rodgers' vocal performance, Ralph's "staccato guitar work" and the "pounding rhythm section.

"[7] Detroit Free Press critic Dana Sue Jackson described "Movin' On" as a "harder, lunging number" with a good beat for dancing.

"[9] The Washington Court House Record-Herald described the lyrics as fitting a roadie's lifestyle, e.g., "And I'm Movin' On/Movin' from town to town/I got to move on/Never seem to touch the ground.

"[14] The Gazette critic Bill Mann described "Movin' On" as one of the strongest songs on Bad Company (along with "Can't Get Enough") and particularly praised the "strong yet economical drumming.

"[15] Cash Box said that "Paul Rodgers' vocals complement the soaring lead guitar of Mick Ralphs while Boz Burrell and Simon Kirke serve as the rhythmic roots.