Save Money with Laptop Rentals
Laptops may be required for training sessions, seminars, business travel or to stock up an entire office. Laptop rental can be an ideal solution for small or mid-sized businesses that don’t have enough capital to purchase computer equipment. Renting laptops can significantly reduce your overhead, updating and maintenance costs. If you want laptops for your contract employees or an upcoming client meeting, consider renting them.
You can either rent a laptop or source one on lease. Both options offer big savings especially if you require a large number of systems. You can save even more by opting for rental companies that charge low shipping costs and offer free maintenance and set-up. Here are a few tips to keep in mind when you look for a laptop rental company.
Research different rental rates, packages and services
You can rent a single laptop for a business trip or multiple systems for a seminar. Companies offer cheaper rates on longer term rentals and multiple systems in a bid to attract customers. Some even add associated accessories free of cost in the rental package. Depending on the nature of your event and the time for which you want to rent, compare different rental rates and packages to see which one offers the best value for money.
Equipment set-up is another hassle especially if you are renting many laptops for an employee training session. Look for a company that provides this service and takes care of assembling and taking down the rented systems at your office or the desired venue.
Watch out for hidden costs when renting a laptop
Make sure that the rental company clearly communicates all the costs associated with your rental plan. The cost should also include handling and shipping charges. Large companies generally ship free of charge. Read the rental contract carefully to spot any fine print that includes hidden charges.
Also, make sure that the laptop you rent comes bundled with required software so that you don’t have to cough up more money on software purchase. It is advisable to rent from companies that offer insurance along with their rental plans or alternatively, you can ask your insurance provider to cover the laptops during the rental period.
Take good care of the rented laptops
Insure the rented laptops either through your business insurance provider or homeowner’s insurance as part of the lease agreement with the rental company. This will ensure that you don’t have to shell out the entire cost of the system(s) in the event of damage or theft.
Rent refurbished laptops online
Many companies offer refurbished laptops for rent online. If you are on a tight budget, then renting refurbished laptops will be the best way to keep costs very low.
Your laptop rental plan can be a short term or a long-term one, depending on the time duration for which you require the systems. Short term rentals generally cost a bit more than renting for many months, but in both cases, the savings realized in comparison to an outright purchase are huge.
Muhammad Aqib