Experience with Rubbl or similar sites?

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Client of mine said he found a machine on Rubbl and rented it for a bit. He said the cost was good but it was a pain to get it on/off site.

Anyone willing to share their experience, either as the User or especially as a Machine Owner?

I know how (some) people drive the hell out of rental cars... not sure I'd want some yahoo going ham behind one of my machines. There's enough maintenance to do at baseline.
 
Yeah, I’ve wondered the same thing. It seems like a solid idea for short-term rentals, but I’d be worried about how people treat the equipment.
Have you heard any feedback on how well Rubbl handles damage claims or maintenance issues? Could make a big difference for owners.
 
I haven’t used Rubbl myself, but I’d also be curious about how they handle wear and tear on the machines. Do they have solid protections in place for owners, or is it mostly on you if something gets beat up?
 
Interesting topic! I haven’t used Rubbl yet, but I’d be worried about how renters treat the machines too. Do they require any kind of inspection before and after rentals, or is it mostly up to the owner to deal with any damage? Seems like a great concept if they have solid protections in place!
 
Haven’t used Rubbl myself yet, but I’ve seen it mentioned a few times on here. Sounds like the pricing’s decent, but yeah, I'd be a little nervous about folks thrashing my equipment too. Curious if they’ve got any real safeguards or if it’s mostly on the owner to deal with the aftermath. Would love to hear from someone who's actually listed gear on there.
 
Was hoping we'd get some Rubbl user feedback (or horror stories). Curiosity was still getting the best of me so I spent some time diving through their operations and terms of service. Here's my high level take aways:

Listing Your Equipment:
  • Easy Peasy listing: They make it sound real simple to list - you upload the info, pictures, set your rates and availability, and boom, it's ready to rent.
  • Your Rates, Your Rules: You get to set your daily, weekly, and monthly rental rates. They might suggest rates based on market value, but you have the final say. You also set your own availability calendar.
  • Location: Your equipment shows up in searches in your area. The closer you are to potential renters, the better your chances.
Coverages and Protection (Disclaimer - I am NOT a lawyer):
  • Damage Protection: Rubbl talks about damage protection, but you need to dig into the details. From what I saw, they offer some sort of coverage, but it's not a full-blown insurance policy. It there's deductibles that you, the owner, are responsible for. The amount of coverage can vary depending on the type of equipment and the situation. Read the fine print, and I mean really read it.
  • Liability: They usually have some liability coverage for the renter while they're using your machine. But again, understand the limits and what's covered. Don't assume it covers everything. Unclear if Rubble makes this default or if it's like a car rental where the buyer could opt out...
  • My Gut Feeling: Don't rely solely on Rubbl's coverage. It might be worth looking into your own insurance policy to cover rentals, just to be safe. To me, that alone would be enough of a hassle and cost to deter me from putting a single machine on the platform.
Damage and Maintenance:
  • Renter Responsibility (In Theory): Their terms state that the renter is responsible for returning the equipment in the same condition it was rented, minus normal wear and tear.. But we know "Normal wear and tear" can be a real gray area. What a buyer considers normal might be damage in my eyes.
  • Damage Claims: If your machine comes back damaged, you have to document it (pictures, videos are your friends). You then file a claim through Rubbl. They act as the middleman, but the process can sometimes be slow and involve a lot of back-and-forth. No timelines given.
  • Maintenance: Routine maintenance between rentals is generally on you, the owner. If a renter causes damage that requires maintenance, you'll have to go through their claims process. Be prepared for potential disputes on who's responsible and the cost. I'd assume their recommended pricing accounts for these costs but not totally sure.
Payments:
  • Rubbl Handles the Money: Renters pay through the Rubbl platform.
  • Your Payout: Rubbl takes a commission (they gotta make their cut, of course), and then they pay you out, usually via direct deposit. The payout schedule can vary (weekly, after the rental ends, etc.), so make sure you understand their terms.
  • Fees: Be aware of any fees Rubbl charges, both to renters and to you as the owner.
My Two Cents:

Putting equipment on a platform like Rubbl could generate some income from machines that are idle. But it's far from a passive income stream. You should be prepared to deal with potential damage, disputes, and the hassle of coordinating rentals. Also, potentially needing your own insurance coverage.
Personally, unless you've got the time/resources to do your own service OR you need to be making money off an idle machine the juice doesn't seem worth the squeze.
If you're a rental company and have low utilization machine it could be a good platform to drive leads?
 
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