out of 5 stars by
AppAppeal Editor
Rentalic presents users with yet another option when searching for a way to rent items they need on a short term basis. The site encourages users to offer or look for almost any kind of household item, from tents and tools to baby gear and folding chairs. The user can visit Rentalic and search for the items they need on the dates they need them. Other users post items as available for a small rental fee (determined by the item’s owner). Users can also rent services that they offer to others on Rentalic. Specific days or blocks of days can be assigned by the owner so users can see availability before contacting the owner. The owner will specify delivery and return instructions so both users know how items will be transported from owner to borrower and back again.
Rentalic was founded by Punsri Abeywickrema in November of 2008. The application was intended to encourage user to waste less while getting to know those in their community. The application has received a number of positive responses from users who tried its service. Most boast a seamless interaction that helped them save money and get what they need when they needed it. Some users also mentioned that Rentalic was helpful for consumers interested in purchasing an item. The user can borrow the item instead to test it out and see if it is something they would want to own.
Person to person rental websites are not a new thing these days. Many internet users are concerned about saving money and reducing waste, and this is a great way to do it. Rentalic is yet another incarnation of this popular concept. The application gives the user near total freedom to decide on terms when renting out their belongings. Just like many other location-based applications, Rentalic can’t be everywhere at once. Many communities are not well covered by the user community. Areas in California seem to fair better than most.
Rentalic has a playful personality that entices users to see what they can find to borrow in their community. The colorful design doesn’t overdo it. The bright hues complement the fun images that sprawl across the background. Users can search quickly to find what they need to rent. The site is somewhat intuitive. Searches with no results take the user to the request an item form that allows them to ask the community for an item that has not been posted yet.
A new user can begin right on the Rentalic homepage. A blue button near the center of the page invites the user to sign in with their Facebook account. Others can provide their city and a valid email address in the fields provided. The user must also check the terms and conditions box at the bottom of the short form before continuing. The user is automatically logged in and is given limited access to Rentalic features. A note at the top of the dashboard advises the user that they must access a confirmation message to unlock all available features.
Rentalic entices new users to join its community by providing free access to its listings and features. All users are given access to the same features (once they have confirmed their account). The site does not charge anything for listing items or requesting them. Owners are charged a 5% transaction fee each time they are paid for a rental. This is taken out of the owner’s funds. The borrower only pays the amount specified by the owner for rental fees and any deposits.
Rentalic is a great resource for anyone who needs a household item for a short time. Users who have items they rarely use can make a little extra cash by renting them out to others on Rentalic. The user determines the rental fee and any deposit if they wish to require one. The site’s transaction fee is rather modest as well. Rentalic provides its user with another way to obtain the items they need without buying new ones.
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