Aaron's or Rent-A-Center?

Rent-A-Center or Aaron's in Columbus, OH?

Compare Rent-A-Center and Aaron's in Columbus. Pick the rent-to-own store that matches your needs and choose the best option for you and your family.

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Rent-A-Center or Aaron's in Columbus, OH?

You have many options when looking for the right rent-to-own stores that offer appliances, electronics, furniture, and more in Columbus, OH. You could shop at Aaron's in Columbus, or Rent-A-Center. How do you choose?

Columbus Aaron's vs. Rent-A-Center Lease Requirements

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 rent-to-own anything, however, you'll have to provide a bit of personal info whether you choose Rent-A-Center or Aaron's in Columbus. Check each application for requirements. Aaron's might ask for your name, contact information, SSN, a government-issued ID, income information, and references that can vouch for you. Rent-A-Center only asks that you provide your name, DOB, contact info, income info, address, and two references at a minimum. No credit history is required to shop with Rent-A-Center in Columbus.

And when it comes to payment plans offered by Aaron's and Rent-A-Center, things are a little different there, too. Aaron's only offers 12, 18, or 24-month payment plans. At Rent-A-Center, however, you choose the payment schedule that works best for you. Send in your payments every week, every two weeks, semi-monthly, or once a month. There are lots of ways to make your payment, too. You can totally pay cash at local retailers like CVS™, 7-Eleven®, and Dollar General®.

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

Rent-to-own is all about getting top-notch brands, right when you want them, so you want to make sure your rent-to-own carries all the products you want! Aaron's in Columbus and Rent-A-Center both carry rent-to-own furniture, appliances, computers, electronics, smartphones, tools, and offer special sales on individual products in each category. Aaron's, however, does not offer rent-to-own tires in Columbus. Rent-A-Center does. Rent-A-Center also offers free same-day delivery and free product service and repairs for the life of your agreement. Aaron's offers free delivery but not free repairs in some situations. Both Aaron's and Rent-A-Center stock products from top-notch brands like Samsung, LG, Ashley Home Furniture, and Maytag.

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

We strive to give our customers awesome variety and flexibility, and we know our friends at Aaron's in Columbus work to do 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 retailers, restaurants, hotels, and more. Rent-A-Center also offers a benefits program called RAC Benefits Plus. Alongside lease/product protection, RAC Benefits Plus offers members a host of money-saving opportunities for items you would usually purchase anyway, like groceries and car repair! Then there are a few bonuses that we are super proud of here at your Columbus Rent-A-Center. Like the Rent-A-Center Worry-Free Guarantee. It helps you shop on your own terms. It means there's no credit needed, you can own your item in the first six months and pay only the cash price, you can get an early purchase discount, our same-day delivery is always free, and we'll match any rent-to-own competitor's price on the same, in-stock item.** The Worry-Free Guarantee is only available at Rent-A-Center.

What About Rent-A-Center & Aaron's Locations in Ohio?

Rent-A-Center has more physical stores across the country than Aaron's, so you're more likely to live near a Rent-A-Center than an Aaron's store in Columbus. Aaron's has 1,300 stores and counting, while Rent-A-Center is pushing 3,000+ locations. Convenience and proximity mean something when you need flexible payment options and on-the-spot product availability.

All in all, we hope you choose the best rent-to-own company for your needs. Follow each company in the news, read real customer reviews, and order affordable rent-to-own appliances, furniture, electronics, computers, and more!

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