What Hire Intelligence does

Hire Intelligence is a privately held UK-based short-term technology rental company operating 9 international locations across the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand. The business rents IT and audio-visual equipment — laptops, desktops, workstations, tablets, phones, monitors, projectors, large-format displays, video walls, video-conferencing systems, cameras, PA systems, networking gear, servers, gaming hardware, VR/AR headsets, and even robotics — on daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly terms to enterprises, creative agencies, event organisers, broadcasters, educators, and consultants. Pre-configuration services, including custom imaging and MDM-based installation of apps, profiles, and WiFi settings, distinguish the offering and support large-scale IT rollouts of 1000+ devices Europe-wide.

The underlying platform combines an owned equipment fleet distributed across six UK depots (London, Manchester, Birmingham, Cumbernauld, Fareham, Treforest) with in-house technical, installation, and account-management staff. Technology components are operational rather than algorithmic: MDM-based device configuration, custom imaging pipelines, capacity to deploy up to 1000 matching units for a single project, and same-day/next-day logistics from regional stock hubs. The product catalogue is kept current with OEM release cycles (e.g., iPhone 17 Pro, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, Apple M4/M3 Ultra chips) and has expanded into adjacent categories such as VR/XR (since 2015) and robotics. A cluster of partnerships with Clevershot, Immerse, Martech3D, and Immersive Engineering extends the offering into VR training, 3D visualisation, and bespoke simulation.

Go-to-market is hybrid: a website-driven self-serve quick-quote flow with a 20-minute response guarantee, complemented by phone-based inside sales and dedicated account managers for enterprise field deployments. Revenue is generated through usage-based rental fees and ancillary professional services (installation, technical support, custom configuration). Unit pricing is publicly disclosed (e.g., £40/week for a standard tablet, £70/week for a modern laptop, £234/week for a 5K projector), with transport, installation, and customisation priced separately. The company is privately held, has no disclosed parent or institutional investors, and does not publish revenue figures.

Name

Hire Intelligence

Legal name

Hire Intelligence

Website

https://hire-intelligence.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Hire Intelligence is a UK-based short-term technology rental company renting IT, AV, and emerging-tech equipment (laptops, tablets, phones, projectors, VR/AR, robotics) on flexible terms to enterprises, agencies, broadcasters, educators, and event organisers across 9 international locations in the UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

IT & AV Equipment Rental Services

NAICS

Office Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (53242), Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (53249), General Rental Centers (5323)

SIC

Services-Computer Rental & Leasing (7377), Services-Equipment Rental & Leasing, Nec (7359), Services-Miscellaneous Equipment Rental & Leasing (7350)

akta.pro primary industry

Audio-Visual (AV) Systems & Rentals (Audio, Video, Projection, LED Walls) (THAHAEAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Electronics & TV Rental (Home Entertainment) (CRAIAOAD), Audio & Communications Equipment Rental (MPADAFAC), Audio-Visual Equipment Rentals (Sound, Projection, Screens) (HSACAFAF)

Keywords

• IT equipment rental
• AV equipment hire
• Laptop rental services
• Event technology hire
• Business technology leasing

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Equipment Rental Services: Short-term and long-term rental of IT and AV equipment including laptops, tablets, desktops, monitors, phones, servers, networking equipment, AV equipment, and accessories. Revenue generated through daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly rental fees based on duration and equipment type.
2. Support and Technical Services: Technical support, installation services, and device management provided alongside equipment rentals.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Hire Intelligence rents IT and audio-visual equipment to businesses on a short-term and long-term basis, offering laptops, tablets, desktops, workstations, monitors, smartphones, servers, networking equipment, projectors, large screens, video walls, video conferencing systems, cameras, PA systems, gaming hardware, and VR/XR headsets. Rentals include pre-configuration via MDM, custom imaging, delivery, installation, and on-site technical support, with rental periods ranging from 1 day to 24+ months across the UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand.

Product overview

Hire Intelligence is a short-term technology rental specialist operating 9 international locations across the UK and Ireland. The company offers a comprehensive equipment rental portfolio organized around a platform of core product categories: IT & Computing (laptops, desktops, workstations, tablets, phones, monitors), Apple products (MacBooks, iMacs, iPads, iPhones), Audio/Visual equipment (projectors, large screens, video walls, LED screens, PA systems), Video Conferencing (BARCO, Logitech, Sony systems), Cameras & Streaming (Canon, Sony, Insta360), and specialized equipment (VR/XR/AR, gaming, robotics, networking, servers, printers, shredders). Services include event WiFi provisioning, installation support, pre-configuration with MDM solutions, and VR/Metaverse introductory workshops. Equipment is available for rental periods ranging from 1 day to 24+ months with delivery and technical support across UK locations in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Scotland, Wales, and South Coast.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Laptop Rentals
• iPad and Tablet Rentals Rental of Apple iPads (Mini, Air, Pro with M1/M2/M4 chips) and Android tablets for data capture, events, training, and remote working.
• Desktop Computer Rentals Rental of desktop PCs, all-in-one PCs, custom workstations, HP Z-series, Dell T-series, and Apple iMacs for exams, training, rendering, and office setups.
• Workstation Rentals Rental of high-performance workstations such as HP Z8 G4, i9 5090, Dual RTX5090 Threadripper, RTX4090 graphics workstations, and Threadripper Supreme for rendering, video editing, and other compute-intensive workflows.
• MacBook Rentals Rental of Apple MacBook Pro and MacBook Air laptops with M1/M2/M3/M4/M5 chips, ranging from 13-inch to 16-inch models, for creative professionals and business use.
• Apple iMac Rentals Rental of Apple iMacs, including the 24-inch M4 model and iMac Pro with i9 processors, for creative design and video production workflows.
• Apple Mac Studio Rentals Rental of Apple Mac Studio systems with M4 Max and M3 Ultra chips for high-end creative and production workflows.
• Apple Mac Mini Rentals Rental of Apple Mac Mini M4 systems for compact desktop computing needs.
• iPhone Rentals Rental of Apple iPhones from iPhone X to iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max for events, film production, and corporate team coordination.
• Android and Samsung Phone Rentals Rental of Android smartphones including Samsung Galaxy S9 through S25 Ultra, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4, and Google Pixel 9 Pro for events and business use.
• Android Tablet Rentals Rental of Android tablets including Samsung Galaxy Tab A8, A9+, A11+ 5G, Tab Active5 Pro 5G, Microsoft Surface Pro, and Google Pixel Tablet.
• Large Screen and TV Rentals Rental of large format displays and TVs, including 4K QLED Samsung screens, for presentations, events, and exhibitions.
• Touchscreen Rentals Rental of interactive touchscreens including iiyama displays, HP touchscreen monitors, Giant iTabs, and wall-mounted tablets for customer engagement and interactive exhibits.
• Projector Rentals Rental of professional projectors including 5K Full HD NEC and Optoma models for presentations and large venue display needs.
• Monitor Rentals Rental of computer monitors from Dell, HP, ASUS, LG, BenQ, Eizo, Samsung, Philips, iiyama, and MSI, ranging from 23.8 to 34 inches, for gaming, workstation, and exhibition use.
• Video Wall Rentals Rental of LED video walls for large-scale visual displays at events, exhibitions, and corporate presentations.
• Video Conferencing Equipment Rentals Rental of video conferencing hardware including BARCO ClickShare Bar Pro, Logitech 4K systems, Logitech Meetup, Sony soundbars, and Bosch microphone systems.
• Camera and Streaming Equipment Rentals Rental of professional camera and streaming equipment including Canon camcorders, Sony cameras, Insta360 360 cameras with 5.7K quality and 6-axis gyroscopic stabilization, and 4K wireless transmission systems.
• PA System and Sound Equipment Rentals Rental of audio equipment including Yamaha Stagepas 1K PA systems and Mackie 12-channel mixers with USB for events and presentations.
• Network Equipment Rentals Rental of network infrastructure and WiFi equipment, including 5G routers, for event connectivity and temporary office setups.
• Server and Storage Rentals Rental of server and storage equipment for virtualization, cloud proof-of-concept projects, and high-performance computing needs.
• Event WiFi Provision Event WiFi and connectivity solutions providing guaranteed internet access for exhibitions, conferences, and corporate events.
• Printer Rentals Rental of inkjet, laserjet, multifunction, A3 and A4 printers from Epson, HP, Canon, Sharp, Brother, Konica Minolta, and Xerox.
• Paper Shredder and Scanner Rentals Rental of document shredders and scanners, including Fellowes and floor-standing DIN security level P4 shredders, and Motorola barcode scanners.
• Gaming Equipment Rentals Rental of gaming hardware including high-performance gaming laptops with RTX graphics cards, gaming desktops, and BenQ e-Sports monitors for gaming events and competitions.
• Robot Rentals Rental of robotic equipment for events, exhibitions, and innovative technology demonstrations.
• Interactive Whiteboard Rentals Rental of interactive whiteboards for collaborative training sessions and interactive presentations at corporate events.
• Virtual Reality and Metaverse Workshop Services VR/XR/AR equipment rental and introductory metaverse workshops, providing headsets, software, and on-site support for business demonstrations and immersive experience planning.

Quantifiable outcome

• Guaranteed 20-minute response time on quotes
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Immersive EngineeringminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBespoke training and simulation partner that designs, programs, and builds custom virtual environments for specific procedures and high-risk skills training. Creates detailed immersive environments where attendees receive immediate feedback and performance-related data.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Ridgeway: UK-based specialist in short-term IT, AV, and event technology rental with national depot coverage. Directly comparable to Hire Intelligence on product breadth (laptops, tablets, video walls), customer base (enterprise, events, broadcasting), and delivery model.
• Event Hire UK: UK event equipment rental specialist with a national footprint offering IT, AV, and presentation equipment to corporate event organizers. Comparable customer profile (agencies, broadcasters, corporates) and quote-based rental model.
• Prokit UK: London-based IT and AV rental supplier offering laptops, iPads, touchscreens, projectors, and event WiFi to corporate clients. Closely matches Hire Intelligence's product mix and London-centric enterprise customer base.
• Anna Valley: UK-based AV rental and event technology provider specializing in video walls, LED screens, projection, and integrated event solutions. Comparable on AV-heavy event hire with enterprise and broadcasting clients.
• ADS Group / Audio Visual Hire: Mid-sized UK AV and IT hire firm providing laptops, tablets, projectors, and interactive displays to corporate and event clients. Overlaps with Hire Intelligence's broader IT+AV portfolio for the same customer segments.
• Visual Impact: UK AV and IT hire company providing laptops, tablets, LED screens, video walls, and event technology. Overlaps directly with Hire Intelligence's AV and event-tech offering and serves similar broadcast, agency, and corporate customers.
• AV Matrix: UK AV hire and event production company offering projectors, LED screens, sound, and lighting. Closely aligned with Hire Intelligence's AV rental offering for events, conferences, and exhibitions.

Others

• Rentman: Software provider for the rental and event industry, including IT and AV hire firms like Hire Intelligence. Adjacent enabling technology rather than a direct competitor, but relevant as an ecosystem participant.

Emerging players

• BrightSign (Hire & AV): UK digital signage and AV hire specialist focused on interactive displays, kiosks, and event activations. A more focused emerging player that overlaps with Hire Intelligence's touchscreen and engagement rentals for marketing activations.

Regional players

• Corporate Event Hire: UK-based event technology rental firm with comparable product breadth (IT, AV, touchscreens, video walls) and event-led GTM. Smaller scale but addresses the same customer base and is a useful regional comparable.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/HireInt
• Facebookfacebook.com/TechRentalUKandIreland
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hire-intelligence-international
• Instagraminstagram.com/technology_hire_uk_ireland

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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