{"id":7109,"date":"2026-06-14T05:31:10","date_gmt":"2026-06-14T00:01:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rentomojo.com\/blog\/?p=7109"},"modified":"2026-06-14T05:31:10","modified_gmt":"2026-06-14T00:01:10","slug":"renting-furniture-vs-buying-the-real-numbers-compared","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentomojo.com\/blog\/renting-furniture-vs-buying-the-real-numbers-compared\/","title":{"rendered":"Renting Furniture vs Buying: The Real Numbers Compared"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_68_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #302d55;color:#302d55\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #302d55;color:#302d55\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.rentomojo.com\/blog\/renting-furniture-vs-buying-the-real-numbers-compared\/#Is_Renting_Furniture_Cheaper_Than_Buying\" title=\"Is Renting Furniture Cheaper Than Buying?\u00a0\">Is Renting Furniture Cheaper Than Buying?\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.rentomojo.com\/blog\/renting-furniture-vs-buying-the-real-numbers-compared\/#Why_the_Sticker_Misleads_The_Purchase_Price_isnt_the_Full_Story\" title=\"Why the Sticker Misleads: The Purchase Price isn\u2019t the Full Story\">Why the Sticker Misleads: The Purchase Price isn\u2019t the Full Story<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.rentomojo.com\/blog\/renting-furniture-vs-buying-the-real-numbers-compared\/#Buying_vs_Renting_Examples_over_12_Months\" title=\"Buying vs Renting: Examples over 12 Months\u00a0\">Buying vs Renting: Examples over 12 Months\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.rentomojo.com\/blog\/renting-furniture-vs-buying-the-real-numbers-compared\/#Is_there_a_Break-even_Point\" title=\"Is there a Break-even Point?\">Is there a Break-even Point?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.rentomojo.com\/blog\/renting-furniture-vs-buying-the-real-numbers-compared\/#The_Hidden_Costs_People_Forget\" title=\"The Hidden Costs People Forget\u00a0\">The Hidden Costs People Forget\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.rentomojo.com\/blog\/renting-furniture-vs-buying-the-real-numbers-compared\/#A_Simple_Rule_of_Thumb_for_All\" title=\"A Simple Rule of Thumb for All\u00a0\">A Simple Rule of Thumb for All\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.rentomojo.com\/blog\/renting-furniture-vs-buying-the-real-numbers-compared\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\u00a0\">Frequently Asked Questions\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.rentomojo.com\/blog\/renting-furniture-vs-buying-the-real-numbers-compared\/#1_Is_renting_furniture_actually_cheaper_than_buying\" title=\"1. Is renting furniture actually cheaper than buying?\u00a0\">1. Is renting furniture actually cheaper than buying?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.rentomojo.com\/blog\/renting-furniture-vs-buying-the-real-numbers-compared\/#2_At_what_point_does_buying_furniture_become_cheaper_than_renting_furniture_near_me\" title=\"2. At what point does buying furniture become cheaper than renting furniture near me?\u00a0\">2. At what point does buying furniture become cheaper than renting furniture near me?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.rentomojo.com\/blog\/renting-furniture-vs-buying-the-real-numbers-compared\/#3_Which_furniture_is_better_to_rent_than_buy\" title=\"3. Which furniture is better to rent than buy?\u00a0\">3. Which furniture is better to rent than buy?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.rentomojo.com\/blog\/renting-furniture-vs-buying-the-real-numbers-compared\/#4_Does_furniture_rental_include_delivery_and_maintenance\" title=\"4. Does furniture rental include delivery and maintenance?\u00a0\">4. Does furniture rental include delivery and maintenance?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.rentomojo.com\/blog\/renting-furniture-vs-buying-the-real-numbers-compared\/#5_Which_furniture_rental_platforms_should_I_compare\" title=\"5. Which furniture rental platforms should I compare?\u00a0\">5. Which furniture rental platforms should I compare?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Renting_Furniture_Cheaper_Than_Buying\"><\/span><b>Is Renting Furniture Cheaper Than Buying?\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The real answer depends on how long a user plans to rent furniture and appliances. For short or medium-term rental plans, depreciation at resale is a major factor. <\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Renting furniture and appliances is more affordable than buying for stays under 2-3 years. Monthly rental plans eliminate resale hassles and maintenance charges. Buying furniture may be more cost-effective for permanent residents. The break-even point is based on the product and resale value.\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_the_Sticker_Misleads_The_Purchase_Price_isnt_the_Full_Story\"><\/span><b>Why the Sticker Misleads: The Purchase Price isn\u2019t the Full Story<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People often make the mistake of comparing the purchase price of furniture or appliances to a year&#8217;s rent. Buying involves costs that are often overlooked, including the effort required to find a buyer for resale, depreciation of 40\u201360% within two years, and maintenance expenses.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/rentomojo.com\/rm\">Rentomojo<\/a>, operating since 2014, is India\u2019s largest tech-driven D2C rental platform according to the Redseer Report, with 227,511 live subscribers as of September 2025 across 29 cities and 21 warehouses.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentomojo.com\/blog\/benefits-of-renting-a-fridge\/\">Why Rent A Fridge? 5 Benefits Of Renting You Should Know!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Buying_vs_Renting_Examples_over_12_Months\"><\/span><b>Buying vs Renting: Examples over 12 Months\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><b>Item<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>Effective cost to buy &amp; resell<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>Rent (12 months)<\/b><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentomojo.com\/rm\/furniture\/rent-napster-queen-bed\/3257?utm_source=organic&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=renting_over_buying_1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Metal Queen bed<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20b99,000\u2013\u20b911,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~\u20b94,428 (\u20b9369&#215;12)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentomojo.com\/rm\/furniture\/rent-grans-dining-table-chair\/80155?utm_source=organic&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=renting_over_buying_2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4-seater dining set<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20b914,000\u2013\u20b921,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~\u20b93,636 (\u20b9303&#215;12)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentomojo.com\/rm\/appliances\/rent-fully-automatic-top-load-washing-machine\/101630?utm_source=organic&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=renting_over_buying_3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fully-auto washing machine<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20b912,000\u2013\u20b914,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~\u20b98,700 (\u20b9725&#215;12)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentomojo.com\/rm\/appliances\/rent-single-door-fridge-190-litre\/101599?utm_source=organic&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=renting_over_buying_4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Single-door fridge (190L)<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20b99,000\u2013\u20b911,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~\u20b96,948 (\u20b9579&#215;12)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentomojo.com\/rm\/furniture\/rent-velocity-ortho-queen-mattress\/97567?utm_source=organic&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=renting_over_buying_5\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Queen ortho mattress<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~\u20b98,400<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~\u20b98,448 (\u20b9704&#215;12)\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Effective buy cost = purchase price \u2212 resale value + maintenance costs. Figures are indicative. Check the Rentomojo app for live pricing of appliance and furniture rental.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentomojo.com\/blog\/water-purifier-on-rent-pros-cons\/\">Water Purifier On Rent: Pros &amp; Cons To Keep In Mind<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_there_a_Break-even_Point\"><\/span><b>Is there a Break-even Point?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For many people, renting furniture and appliances is a more affordable option when considering 2-3 years of use. Beyond that, the total cost of renting exceeds the effective cost of buying. In this case, buying furniture and appliances makes more sense because the user is unlikely to resell them after a couple of years.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mattresses, fabric couches, engineered wood furniture, air conditioners, refrigerators, and washing machines depreciate quickly. Moreover, mattresses and dining sets are hard to resell. Therefore, renting a mattress, fridge, or sofa is often more cost-effective, especially when customers can choose from refurbished as well as new products.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Hidden_Costs_People_Forget\"><\/span><b>The Hidden Costs People Forget\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many individuals focus only on the purchase price, which can be misleading if recurring costs and maintenance expenses are not considered. The first thing to consider is the maintenance; a washing machine or AC repair can cost thousands of rupees once the warranty expires. Moreover, buyers must account for resale losses, the effort of listing an item, negotiating with buyers, accepting lowball offers, and arranging pickups. In some cases, a product may sell for less than 40\u201360% of its original purchase price during resale.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another hidden cost is transportation when shifting apartments, including the expense of hiring packers and movers. Now, getting furniture and appliance rentals means users do not have to risk damaging the product in transit or reselling for a loss. Rental plans typically include relocation services within or across cities, as well as maintenance. When these benefits are considered, renting is often the better option for people who do not plan to stay in one city long term.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentomojo.com\/blog\/benefits-of-renting-a-bed\/\"> 8 Benefits Of Renting A Bed Over Buying<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Simple_Rule_of_Thumb_for_All\"><\/span><b>A Simple Rule of Thumb for All\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Renting is cheaper for anyone who can say yes to these questions:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Are you likely to stay for less than 3 years?<br \/>\n<\/span>2. Do you have plans to relocate to another tier-1 or tier-2 city?<br \/>\n3. Do items (mattresses, dining tables and chairs, or home appliances) depreciate quickly?<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If a person owns a home and plans to stay there for many years, buying often makes more sense. Here, buying wins over renting furniture or appliances. The math always revolves around the length of use over the purchase price.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Bottom line: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Renting furniture and appliances is more affordable than buying for short to medium stays, especially for rapidly depreciating items. Buying wins over the long term in a home; individuals are not likely to leave soon. It is smart to match the choice to how long the furniture or appliances will be in use.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentomojo.com\/blog\/bed-on-rent-bangalore\/\">Bed on Rent in Bangalore: Monthly Pricing, Plans, Booking<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Is_renting_furniture_actually_cheaper_than_buying\"><\/span><b>1. Is renting furniture actually cheaper than buying?\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For stays under 2-3 years, yes, renting is cheaper when maintenance, depreciation, and resale loss are considered. For example, renting a queen bed for a year costs \u20b94,428 over a year versus an effective \u20b99,000 to \u20b911,000 to buy and resell.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_At_what_point_does_buying_furniture_become_cheaper_than_renting_furniture_near_me\"><\/span><b>2. At what point does buying furniture become cheaper than renting furniture near me?\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Buying furniture becomes more cost-effective after 2-3 years of continuous use in the same home. The cumulative furniture rental cost may even exceed the actual cost of ownership. The break-even point depends on the product, purchase price, and resale value.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Which_furniture_is_better_to_rent_than_buy\"><\/span><b>3. Which furniture is better to rent than buy?\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furniture that is difficult to resell or depreciates fast is likely to deliver maximum savings if rented. Usually, mattresses, washing machines, dining sets, and refrigerators are popular in furniture rentals. Renting helps one avoid depreciation losses and the hassles of finding buyers for used furniture.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Does_furniture_rental_include_delivery_and_maintenance\"><\/span><b>4. Does furniture rental include delivery and maintenance?\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, most established platforms include delivery, installation, and maintenance as part of the monthly rental plans. Rentomojo, operating since 2014, offers free relocation within and outside the city, reducing the overall cost and effort of owning furniture.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Which_furniture_rental_platforms_should_I_compare\"><\/span><b>5. Which furniture rental platforms should I compare?\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rentomojo, Cityfurnish, and Furlenco are popular furniture rental companies in India. It is essential to compare monthly rental plans, tenure options, services, and live pricing before making a decision. Rentomojo, founded in 2014, is the largest tech-driven D2C rental platform according to the Redseer Report.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Run the numbers for your own setup using live rental pricing on rentomojo.com or the Rentomojo app.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is Renting Furniture Cheaper Than Buying?\u00a0 The real answer depends on how long a user plans to rent furniture and appliances. 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