Big Lots or Rent-A-Center?

Comparing Rent-A-Center and Big Lots in Belleville, IL

If you’re shopping for must-have items like furniture, electronics, or appliances, you may be wondering where to go: Rent-A-Center or Big Lots in Belleville, IL? Each of these stores has unique benefits and selections. Compare the two today to learn why you should consider your local Belleville Rent-A-Center.

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Where to Shop: Rent-A-Center or Big Lots Furniture in Belleville, IL?

In Belleville, IL, you'll find Rent-A-Center and Big Lots stores that offer a wide selection of furniture. Both stores have trendy items, such as bedroom sets, living room furniture, and accent pieces. However, Rent-A-Center carries many of the name brands you recognize, such as Ashley Furniture and La-Z-Boy.

Comparing Rent-A-Center and Big Lots Mattresses in Belleville, IL

Ready to get the best sleep of your life every night? Mattresses are another item that you can buy at Rent-A-Center or Big Lots stores in Belleville, IL. At Rent-A-Center, you’ll find memory foam, innerspring, box springs, and hybrid mattresses. You can shop from name brands like Sealy at either of these stores, but Rent-A-Center is the only one with DreamCloud and Nectar to help you find the ideal mattress for your sleeping style.

Rent-A-Center or Big Lots Appliances in Belleville, IL?

Are you shopping for a new dishwasher, dryer, or refrigerator for your home in Belleville, IL? Rent-A-Center might be your best bet. With a selection of major appliances and more from popular brands like Whirlpool and Samsung, Rent-A-Center has the items you need.

Big Lots in Belleville, IL also has appliances, but not large appliances like refrigerators and ranges. You’ll only be able to shop for small items like air fryers, toasters, and microwaves.

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

At Rent-A-Center in Belleville, IL, we understand that appliances, electronics, and furniture are major purchases. Our rent-to-own program was created to work with your budget, with rental renewal payment options including weekly, bi-weekly (every other week), semi-monthly, or monthly. With these options, you don't have to pay a large sum of money right away to find the items you need for your home. Another great benefit of Rent-A-Center’s rent-to-own model?* You have the option to make your payments online, in-store at your local Belleville Rent-A-Center, in cash at a convenient location such as participating 7-Eleven and CVS stores, or over the phone.

At Big Lots, you do have a leasing option for online and in-store purchases. Big Lots leasing in Belleville, IL gives you the ability to make monthly payments towards your purchases instead of paying them all at once like you would with a credit 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 offers more flexibility with our 3–6 Month Same As Cash option.**

Comparing Benefits at Rent-A-Center vs. Big Lots in Belleville, IL

It's not just payment flexibility you get when you go with Rent-A-Center in Belleville. You also get the Rent-A-Center benefit of RAC Exchange.*** With 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 doesn't fit in your living room, swapping it out for something you like more is easy. Plus, any payments you've already made will be applied to the total cost of owning the new item.

Rent-A-Center vs. Big Lots Locations in Belleville, IL

There are more than 3,000 Rent-A-Center stores in the United States, so it’s easy to find one close to you. There are currently only over 1,300 Big Lots stores, so there may not be a Big Lots near you in Belleville, IL. They are also about to close hundreds of locations, so your nearest Big Lots may not be there soon.

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

Don't wait around for a Big Lots sale in Belleville, IL to pay cash in order to get the furniture, electronics, appliances, and more that you need. Rent-A-Center has flexible renewal payment options you'll love, in addition to RAC Exchange*** to help you get the household must-haves you want today. Shop our rent-to-own* selection 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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