Aaron's or Rent-A-Center?

Aaron's in Athens, GA or Rent-A-Center?

Is Aaron's or Rent-A-Center better? We give you the information you need to decide for yourself. Compare RAC vs. Aaron's in Athens, GA today.

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How Do Aaron's & Rent-A-Center Compare in Athens?

Your options are practically endless when looking for rent-to-own stores with electronics, appliances, computers, furniture, and more in Athens. You could shop at Aaron's in Athens, or Rent-A-Center. How do you choose between the two?

Lease Requirements: Athens Aaron's vs. Rent-A-Center

With the rent-to-own route, you spread payments over time, so you can keep some money in your pocket for daily life. Before you can rent-to-own a couch, TV, or whatever else you want, you'll have to provide a bit of personal info whether you choose Rent-A-Center or Aaron's in Athens. Check each application for requirements. The application for Aaron's may ask you for your name, contact details, Social Security number, government-issued ID, income info, and references of people who can vouch for you. Rent-A-Center only requires your name, date of birth, contact information, income information, residence information, and at least two references. No credit history is required to shop with Rent-A-Center in Athens.

Payment plan offerings differ between Athens Aaron's and Rent-A-Center, too. At Aaron's in Athens, you can pick a 12, 18, or 24-month payment plan. At Rent-A-Center, however, you choose the payment schedule that works best for you. Make your payments weekly, every two weeks, semi-monthly, or monthly. There are many ways to make a Rent-A-Center payment, too. You can totally pay cash at local retailers like Dollar General®, CVS™, and 7-Eleven®!

Athens Aaron's vs. Rent-A-Center Products

Going the rent-to-own route is all about getting the top brands and products you love as soon as possible, so it only makes sense to go with the store that has what you want! Aaron's in Athens and Rent-A-Center both offer rent-to-own furniture, appliances, computers, power tools, smartphones, electronics, and regularly offer discounts on individual products. That said, one difference between the two companies is tires. Aaron's doesn't have rent-to-own tires in Athens. Rent-A-Center does. Another difference is that Rent-A-Center offers free same-day delivery and free product service and repairs for the life of your agreement. Aaron's delivers for free, too, but doesn't do free repairs all of the time. Both Aaron's and Rent-A-Center stock products from great brands like LG, Samsung, and Ashley Home Furniture.

How Do the Guarantees & Benefits of Rent-A-Center & Athens Aaron's Compare?

We strive to give our customers amazing options along with amazing products, and we're sure that our pals at the Athens Aaron's do their best to accomplish the same. Aaron's Club is an optional program that's unique to Aaron's. Customers can protect their lease for a monthly membership fee and get discounts at hotels, wellness providers, retailers, restaurants, and more. The Rent-A-Center benefits program is similar. It's called RAC Benefits Plus. Alongside lease/product protection, RAC Benefits Plus gives members boatloads of money-saving opportunities for things and services they're already paying for, like food and car maintenance! There are a few perks we are particularly proud of here at Rent-A-Center in Athens, and they're unique to us. Let's start with the Rent-A-Center Worry-Free Guarantee. It puts the power of shopping in your hands, on your terms. This guarantee ensures the following: no credit history is needed to shop; you can own your product in the first 6 months and pay only the cash price; you can snag an early purchase discount; same-day delivery never costs you a dime; and we'll match any rent-to-own competitor's price (even Aaron's price), on the same in-stock item.** Rent-A-Center is the only rent-to-own store that offers the Worry-Free Guarantee.

Where Are Rent-A-Center & Aaron's Locations in Georgia?

Rent-A-Center has more rent-to-own stores than Aaron's, so you're more likely to find a Rent-A-Center near you than an Aaron's near you in Athens. Aaron's has 1,300 stores and counting, while Rent-A-Center is pushing 3,000+ locations. Proximity and convenience make a difference when you're looking for same-day product availability and flexible payment options.

In the end, we sincerely hope that you select the rent-to-own company that's right for you. Follow each company in the news, read real customer reviews, and start an order to try out the experience! Quality rent-to-own electronics, furniture, computers, smartphones, and more are waiting for you and your family.

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