Big Lots or Rent-A-Center?

Big Lots or Rent-A-Center in Ridgecrest, CA?

When you're shopping for home essentials like appliances, electronics, and furniture, you may be wondering: how do Rent-A-Center and Big Lots in Ridgecrest, CA compare? Learn about the unique benefits and selection of both stores and why you should consider your local Ridgecrest Rent-A-Center for furniture and more.

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

You can find both Rent-A-Center and Big Lots stores in Ridgecrest, CA that offer a wide selection of furniture. Each of these stores carries in-demand items, including living room furniture, accent pieces, and bedroom sets. However, your local Rent-A-Center store has many of the big brands you know, including La-Z-Boy and Ashley Furniture.

Shopping for Mattresses in Ridgecrest, CA: Big Lots vs. Rent-A-Center

Are you ready to get a fantastic night's sleep every night? Mattresses are another item that Ridgecrest, CA Rent-A-Center and Big Lots stores carry. At your nearby Rent-A-Center, you can choose from innerspring, hybrid, memory foam, and box spring mattresses. You can shop for certain brands like Sealy at both stores, but DreamCloud and Nectar are only at Rent-A-Center to help you find the ideal mattress for your sleeping style.

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

Are you on the hunt for a new refrigerator, dryer, or dishwasher for your Ridgecrest, CA home? Rent-A-Center might be the best place to go. With a collection of major appliances and more from brands you trust, like Samsung and Whirlpool, it’s easy to find the items you need at Rent-A-Center.

It's true that Big Lots also offers Ridgecrest, CA appliances, but they do not have large appliances like ranges and refrigerators. You’ll only be able to shop for small items like air fryers, toasters, and microwaves.

Leasing Options at Rent-A-Center vs. Big Lots in Ridgecrest, CA

Rent-A-Center in Ridgecrest, CA understands that appliances, furniture, and electronics are major purchases. Our rent-to-own program is built with your budget in mind, with 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 get the product you need for your home. Another fantastic benefit of Rent-A-Center's rent-to-own options?* You have the ability to make payments online, over the phone, in-store at your local Ridgecrest Rent-A-Center, or in cash at a convenient location such as participating 7-Eleven and CVS stores.

Big Lots does have a leasing option for purchases you make in-store or online. Big Lots leasing in Ridgecrest, CA means you can make monthly payments on your purchases instead of having to pay a hefty amount at one time like you must with a credit card or debit card, much like Rent-A-Center's rent-to-own model*. Big Lots leasing does have 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.**

What Are the Benefits of Rent-A-Center vs. Big Lots in Ridgecrest, CA?

It's not just payment flexibility you get when you shop at Rent-A-Center in Ridgecrest. You also get the Rent-A-Center benefit of RAC Exchange.*** Through RAC Exchange***, within the first six months of your contract, you can swap your item for another. So, if that new sectional isn't as comfortable as you hoped or your TV is too big for your living room, it's simple to swap it out for something that you like more. Plus, the payments you’ve made to date will be applied to the total cost of owning the new item.

Rent-A-Center vs. Big Lots Locations in Ridgecrest, CA

Rent-A-Center has more than 3,000 store locations across the country, so you likely have one located conveniently nearby. There are currently only over 1,300 Big Lots stores, which means you may not find a Big Lots nearby in Ridgecrest, CA. They are also planning hundreds of store closures, so your closest Big Lots may not be open soon.

Waiting for a Big Lots Furniture Sale in Ridgecrest, CA? Shop Rent-A-Center Instead

You don't need to wait until a Big Lots sale in Ridgecrest, CA to pay cash to get the furniture, appliances, electronics, and more that you need at your home. At Rent-A-Center, we have the flexible renewal payment options you want, alongside great benefits like RAC Exchange*** to help you get the essentials you need today. Shop our rent-to-own* selection online or shop 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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