Big Lots or Rent-A-Center?

Comparing Furniture at Rent-A-Center and Big Lots in Chico, CA

Shopping for must-have home items like electronics, appliances, or furniture? You're probably wondering where to shop – Rent-A-Center or Big Lots near you in Chico, CA? Both of these stores have their benefits and unique stock of items. Learn about these benefits and why you should consider shopping at your local Chico Rent-A-Center.

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Where to Shop: Rent-A-Center or Big Lots Furniture in Chico, CA?

Big Lots and Rent-A-Center are both stores nearby in Chico, CA that offer a wide selection of furniture. Both stores have trendy items, such as living room furniture, bedroom sets, and accent pieces. However, your local Rent-A-Center store has many of the name brands you want, including La-Z-Boy and Ashley Furniture.

Should I Shop for Rent-A-Center or Big Lots Mattresses in Chico, CA?

Are you ready to get a fantastic night's sleep every night? Mattresses are another popular item that you can buy at Rent-A-Center or Big Lots stores in Chico, CA. When you visit Rent-A-Center, you’ll find memory foam, innerspring, box springs, and hybrid mattresses. You can shop from name brands like Sealy at each store, but Rent-A-Center is the only one with DreamCloud and Nectar to help you find the ideal mattress, no matter your sleeping style.

Should I Go to Rent-A-Center or Big Lots for Appliances in Chico, CA?

Are you on the hunt for a new dryer, refrigerator, or dishwasher for your Chico, CA home? Rent-A-Center might be your best bet. With a selection of major appliances and more from brands you trust, like Samsung and Whirlpool, Rent-A-Center has the items you need.

Big Lots does carry appliances in Chico, CA, but not the major appliances like laundry machines and ranges. Your options will be restricted to smaller appliances such as microwaves, air fryers, and toasters.

What Are My Shopping Options at Rent-A-Center vs. Big Lots in Chico, CA?

At your local Chico, CA Rent-A-Center, we understand that appliances, electronics, and furniture are big purchases. Our rent-to-own program is built with your budget in mind, and we offer rental renewal payment options including weekly, bi-weekly (every other week), semi-monthly, or monthly. You don't have to shell out a big chunk of money all at once to find the items you need for your home. Another great benefit of Rent-A-Center’s rent-to-own model?* You can make your payments online, over the phone, in-store at your local Chico Rent-A-Center, or in cash at a convenient location such as participating 7-Eleven and CVS stores.

Big Lots offers a leasing option for purchases made in-store or online. Big Lots leasing in Chico, CA lets you make monthly payments towards your purchases instead of having to pay the whole price at one time like you must with a credit card or debit card, comparable to Rent-A-Center's rent-to-own model*. Big Lots leasing does offer a 90-day early purchase option, but Rent-A-Center gives you even more flexibility with our 3–6 Month Same As Cash purchase option.**

Benefits of Rent-A-Center vs. Big Lots in Chico, CA

You don't just get the benefit of payment flexibility when you go with Rent-A-Center in Chico. You can also enjoy the benefit of Rent-A-Center's RAC Exchange*** program. The RAC Exchange*** program means you can exchange your item for a different one within the first six months of your contract. So, if that new sectional isn't as comfortable as you hoped or your new TV doesn't fit in your entertainment center, swapping it out for another item that you like better is straightforward. As a bonus, the payments you've already made will be applied to the total cost of owning the new item.

Rent-A-Center vs. Big Lots Locations Near You in Chico, CA

Rent-A-Center has over 3,000 stores across the United States, so you likely have one near you. There are currently only over 1,300 Big Lots stores, which means you may not find a Big Lots nearby in Chico, CA. They are also slated to close hundreds of stores, so your nearest Big Lots may not be open soon.

Instead of Waiting for a Big Lots Furniture Sale in Chico, CA, Visit Rent-A-Center

You don’t have to wait for a Big Lots sale in Chico, CA to pay cash to get the furniture, appliances, electronics, and more that you want. At Rent-A-Center, we have the flexible renewal payment options you want, as well as benefits like RAC Exchange*** to help you get the household must-haves you want today. You can shop our rent-to-own* items online or browse in person at your local Rent-A-Center.

*The advertised option is a rental-purchase agreement (rent-to-own agreement, consumer rental-purchase agreement or a lease/lease-purchase agreement, depending on your state). Product availability and pricing may vary by store. You may cancel your lease at any time without penalty and return your items in good condition. Ownership is optional. You will not own the merchandise until the total amount necessary to acquire ownership is paid in full or you exercise your early purchase option.

**"3-6 Months Same As Cash” offer valid in most states on new agreements. Exercising a Same As Cash option requires a separate payment in addition to your rental renewal payments. To make this payment, please contact your store or go to Rent-A-Center Login See agreement for details. 6 Months Same As Cash not available in HI, NJ, NY and WV and select franchised locations, which may offer 3 - 6 Months Same As Cash, depending on product selected. Offer is valid only on new agreements.

***”RAC Exchange” program valid for agreements entered at select locations, is available to new and existing customers, and applies to inventory obtainable by store location. Cash price of the item selected for exchange may not exceed approval amount, which is subject to validation and adjustment prior to exchange and may vary from original approval amount. Exchange requires execution of rental agreement for item selected for exchange, which must be completed within six (6) months following the first active rental date of item being returned for exchange. Agreement for item being returned for exchange must be in good standing (with all rental payments current) at the time of exchange and product must be in good condition. Rent paid for prior agreement will be applied to the reduce the total cost to own for the replacement agreement, but rent paid may not be applied in full to same as cash amount for replacement agreement. Any applicable same as cash period will apply to new agreement based on product selection and agreement term. The amount of rent paid from prior agreement eligible for application to same as cash amount for replacement agreement may vary from 40% to 66%, depending on your state of residence. Exchanges under program may not be combined with other discounts, offers, or promotions. Participating locations only. Eligible items only. All items subject to availability and approval. Some exclusions apply. Not all customers or lease transactions will qualify. See Store Manager for complete details.

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