The theory is simple: instead of buying a household item or a piece of clothing or some equipment you might use once or twice, you take it out and return it.

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    7 months ago

    They pay a subscription for this… Home Depot and Lowes have similar programs that only require a deposit when you borrow the tool, which is refunded when you return the tool. And it’s not even a super expensive deposit. But it is only tools.

    Rent-a-Center is still a better service, since you could eventually own the thing.

    The idea is nice, but the cost is ridiculous.

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      27 months ago

      Home Depot and Lowe’s charge you out the ass for tool rentals…what are you talking about

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        7 months ago

        It only cost me $50, which I got back, to rent a table saw for a day. The big machines, like a backhoe, are expensive. The smaller tools ain’t shit; most are under $50 for a day.

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          57 months ago

          Huh? You’re getting your money back? I’ve rented things from Home Depot and there’s a security deposit you get back, but you still pay to actually rent the tool.

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          27 months ago

          I think you’re mistaken…they refund security deposits, but there is a separate fee that scales with how long you keep the equipment. Maybe go back and check your receipts