Rent-A-Bit

What Rent-A-Bit does

Rent-A-Bit is a privately held, Indianapolis-based equipment rental company that has operated continuously since 1987, providing computer, audiovisual, staging, and lighting equipment rentals bundled with delivery, installation, and on-site technical support. The company serves corporate, education, government, and event-organizer customers primarily across the Midwest, with a catalog spanning nine equipment categories — computers, office equipment, projectors and screens, audio, video, LED displays, audiovisual, collaboration technology, and stage/lighting — alongside a portfolio of more than 15 service solutions targeting specific use cases such as corporate training, courtroom/litigation support, video conferencing, disaster recovery, trade shows, webcasting and live streaming, pharmaceutical meetings, weddings, and outdoor events. Named enterprise customers include Eli Lilly, UPS, USPS, Carrier Corporation, United Technologies, Onex, Quest Motion Picture Studios, Whittman-Hart, Hagerman Construction, and Encore Events, with additional education-sector clients such as NCTM, IUPUI, and Indiana Computer Educators.

The business operates three Midwest warehouses enabling same-day delivery across more than 50,000 square miles and a dozen major metropolitan areas, with next-day worldwide shipping also available. Equipment is sourced from recognized professional brands (Christie, Epson, Shure, JBL, Electro-Voice, Crown, Martin, ETC, Intellistage, Crestron, Owl Labs, Polycom, Turning Technologies) and is delivered, installed, and supported by CTS-certified technicians employed by the company. The go-to-market is sales-led via a toll-free phone line (800-673-7350) and website quote requests, with distribution handled through company-owned drivers and field technicians rather than third-party logistics; new customer acquisition is primarily word-of-mouth and referral-driven rather than formal marketing.

Revenue is generated from two streams: equipment rentals (billed daily, weekly, or monthly with prorated charges for early returns) and professional services for delivery, setup, and on-site technical support. Pricing is unit-based, ranging from approximately $30 for a basic tripod screen to $2,400 for a premium Christie Boxer 4K30 projector, with discounted "show rates" available for trade show exhibitors, a low-price guarantee, and a $15 processing charge on renewal invoices. The company does not disclose revenue figures, has not raised outside capital, and operates as an apparently founder-led, organically grown enterprise with no disclosed M&A, leadership changes, or restructuring activity.

Name

Rent-A-Bit

Legal name

Rent-A-Bit, Inc.

Website

https://rentabit.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Rent-A-Bit is a privately held Indianapolis-based rental company providing computer, audiovisual, staging, and lighting equipment with delivery and on-site technical support for corporate events, conferences, trade shows, and meetings across the Midwest since 1987.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Audiovisual & Computer 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 (532310)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Corporate Event Rentals (Furniture, Staging, Tents) (HSACADAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Outdoor Event Equipment Rentals (Umbrellas, Patio Heaters, Fire Pits) (HSACAFAL)

Keywords

• Computer rental services
• Audiovisual equipment rental
• Event technology services
• Trade show AV rental
• Corporate AV rental

Headquarters

HQ city

Indianapolis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Equipment Rentals: Short-term and long-term rental of computer, audiovisual, stage, lighting, and office equipment. Billing available daily, weekly, or monthly with base rates and prorated charges for early returns.
2. Professional Services: Delivery, installation, on-site technical support, and setup services bundled with equipment rentals for events and corporate needs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels1 record

Core offering

Rent-A-Bit rents computer, audiovisual, staging, lighting, and office equipment to corporate, event, and convention customers across the Midwest, alongside bundled delivery, installation, and on-site technical support. The company operates three warehouses enabling same-day delivery over 50,000+ square miles and serves clients across nine equipment categories and 15+ specialized service solutions for events, trade shows, conferences, and corporate training.

Product overview

Rent-A-Bit is an Indianapolis-based computer and audiovisual equipment rental company serving the Midwest for over 25 years. Their offering is a portfolio of rental equipment categories (Computers, Office Equipment, Projectors & Screens, Audio Equipment, Video Equipment, LED Displays & Monitors, Audiovisual, Stage & Lighting, and Collaboration Technology) combined with service solutions for specific use cases (Corporate Training, Courtroom & Litigation, Video Conferencing, Disaster Recovery, Corporate Meetings, Outdoor Events, Press Conferences, Religious Ceremonies, Webcasting, Weddings, Pharmaceutical Meetings, Trade Shows, Digital Signage, Convention Registration, and Internet Cafes). Equipment ranges from consumer-grade laptops and tablets to professional broadcast cameras, 30,000-lumen Christie projectors, and full stage lighting systems with truss and rigging. The company operates three warehouses for same-day delivery across 50,000+ square miles of the Midwest.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Computers Rental Short-term rental of Windows laptops/desktops, Apple MacBooks/iMacs/Minis, iPads, tablets, and networking equipment for corporate training, events, and projects.
• Office Equipment Rental Short-term rental of HP printers, copiers, multifunction devices, high-security shredders, scanners, and office furniture for corporate and event use.
• Projectors & Screens Rental Short-term rental of HD projectors (3,000 to 12,000 lumens), portable screens, fast-fold screens, and inflatable outdoor screens for events and venues.
• Audio Equipment Rental Short-term rental of microphones (wireless, vocal, conference, instrument), speakers, amplifiers, mixers, signal processing, press boxes, media players, and intercom systems from brands like Electro-Voice, JBL, Shure, and Crown.
• Video Equipment Rental Short-term rental of broadcast cameras, video switchers, media converters, distribution amplifiers, playback/recording devices, teleprompters, chroma key systems, streaming encoders, and wireless video transmission.
• LED Displays & Monitors Rental Short-term rental of LED tiles, LCD and plasma displays (24" to 70"), touch displays, computer monitors, and production monitors for trade shows and digital signage.
• Audiovisual Accessories Rental Short-term rental of presentation aids, conference phones, speaker timers, cue lights, and lecterns for meetings and events.
• Stage & Lighting Rental Short-term rental of portable staging systems, lighting equipment, stage drapes, special effects, truss and rigging, and power distribution from brands like Intellistage, ETC, and Martin.
• Collaboration Technology Rental Short-term rental of audience response systems (Turning Technologies, Poll Everywhere), electronic whiteboards, and video-conferencing equipment including Owl Labs Meeting OWL Pro.
• Corporate Training Solutions Bundled PC and equipment rental service for corporate training sessions and special projects, including delivery, setup, and on-site support.
• Courtroom & Litigation Solutions Technology rental and support bundle for courtroom environments, including delivery, installation, and on-site technical support.
• Video Conferencing Solutions On and off-site videoconferencing service bundle for corporate meetings and events, including equipment, setup, and technical support.
• Disaster Recovery Services Rental of temporary IT infrastructure (computers, networking, office equipment) to keep operations running when disasters disrupt normal business.
• Corporate Meetings & Conferences Full-service bundle of large venue video projection, state-of-the-art lighting, and professional audio systems for corporate events.
• Outdoor Movies & Events Outdoor event audiovisual bundle including inflatable screens, PA systems, and weather-resistant equipment for outdoor movies and events.
• Press Conferences & Ground-Breaking Ceremonies AV solution for media events and ground-breaking ceremonies, including battery-operated PA systems for remote locations.
• Religious Ceremonies & Special Events AV support bundle for places of worship, including sound, video, and lighting for special services and ceremonies.
• Webcasting, Live Streaming & Virtual Meetings End-to-end webcasting and live streaming bundle including custom branded channels, registration, polling, and social media integration.
• Wedding Ceremonies & DJ Services Sound and video equipment bundle for wedding ceremonies including DJ consoles, sound systems, and lighting packages.
• Pharmaceutical & Medical Meetings AV solution bundle for medical and pharmaceutical sector meetings, including satellite downlinks and webcasts.
• Trade Show Exhibitor Rentals Complete AV solution bundle for trade shows including special show rates, booth installation, and 24-hour technical support.
• Digital Signage Solutions Design, setup, and rental bundle for temporary digital signage at conventions, trade shows, and large corporate meetings.
• Convention Registration Services Equipment coordination, custom registration software installation, and networking bundle for event attendee registration.
• Internet Cafes Rental laptops and wireless access points bundle for event attendees, with theft protection and monitoring.

Named customers13 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration9 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• PSAV (Encore): PSAV/Encore is the largest provider of event technology, audiovisual, and staging services in North America, serving hotels, conventions, and corporate events. Directly comparable to Rent-A-Bit's event AV rental and managed-service model, but at national scale with much broader service territory.
• Freeman: Freeman is one of the largest trade show and event service companies in the world, offering audiovisual, exhibit design, and event logistics. Comparable in trade show AV rental and on-site support, but operating at a much larger scale across global venues.
• PRG (Production Resource Group): PRG is a global leader in entertainment and event production technology, providing lighting, audio, video, and rigging for concerts, corporate events, and trade shows. Comparable product overlap (professional AV and staging rental) though PRG skews to larger entertainment productions.

Emerging players

• AV Event Solutions: AV Event Solutions provides audio, video, and lighting rental plus staging for corporate and social events, primarily in the Midwest. Highly comparable to Rent-A-Bit in service area, customer segments, and product mix.
• Advanced Staging Productions: Advanced Staging Productions provides audio, video, lighting, and staging for corporate and live events on the East Coast. Overlaps with Rent-A-Bit's event AV and staging rental offering, particularly for high-end corporate meetings and broadcast productions.

Direct peers

• Meeting Tomorrow: Meeting Tomorrow rents AV equipment (projectors, screens, sound, lighting) for meetings, conferences, and trade shows nationwide. Directly competes with Rent-A-Bit in corporate meeting and event AV rental with similar product breadth.
• SmartSource Rentals: SmartSource Rentals provides computer, audiovisual, and event technology rentals across the United States with national delivery. Closest direct competitor to Rent-A-Bit's core computer and AV rental offering, though SmartSource operates at a national rather than regional scale.

Regional players

• Cort (Trade Show & Event Furnishings): Cort provides event and trade show furnishings, seating, and furniture rentals nationwide. While focused on furniture rather than AV, Cort competes for trade show booth and event packages in the same customer RFPs as Rent-A-Bit's trade show exhibitor rentals.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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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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