Rent a VR headset from a neighbor near you
VR is a party trick for most people and a daily habit for a few. Rent a headset for a weekend from a neighbor before deciding which one you are.
What it costs to rent a VR headset
Rental counters typically charge about $25 to $50 a day for a VR headset, plus a damage waiver and tax. On Rentsome, neighbors set their own daily rate, and it is usually lower because they are not running a store. Every booking adds a 15% service fee (minimum $2) and sales tax, both shown before you confirm. A refundable security deposit is held on your card, never charged, and released 72 hours after you return it.
A new VR headset runs roughly $300 to $600. At about $38 a day, renting stays cheaper until you have used it around 12 days in total, before counting storage, maintenance and the resale value you never get back.
Run your own numbers in the rent-vs-buy calculatorNothing listed near you yet?
Tell us what you need and when. We ask neighbors nearby who own one, and email you the listing link, usually within a day.
Request a VR headsetWhat people rent a VR headset for
- Parties and family gatherings
- Trying VR before buying
- A fitness or game trial
- Entertaining visiting kids
Check at pickup
- Confirm the controllers, charger and face cushion are included.
- Ask whether the owner has set up a guest account or wants you to use theirs.
- Check the lenses for scratches.
- Wipe the face cushion before returning.
Renting a VR headset: common questions
How does the security deposit work?
It is a hold on your card sized to the item’s declared value, never a charge. It releases automatically 72 hours after you return the item, unless the owner files a damage claim within that window.