Happy Campers vs Camper Rental Iceland
Happy Campers fields Iceland's largest published fleet with 200+ vehicles and a first-timer-friendly approach, while Camper Rental Iceland has operated since 2013 with aggressive entry pricing and four flexible pickup options. Here is how they compare across fleet, equipment, and logistics.
At a Glance
Happy Campers
Camper Rental Iceland
Founded
2015
2013
Headquarters
Keflavik, Iceland
Keflavik / Reykjavik, Iceland
Fleet size
200+ vehicles
Official count not published
Pickup
Keflavik Airport, Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport, Keflavik Hotel Shuttle, Reykjavik Office, Reykjavik Hotel Shuttle
Fleet & Vehicles
Happy Campers operates a published fleet of over 200 vehicles organized into three tiers: budget EX vans that trade cosmetic condition for lower pricing, standard campers with newer builds and more included amenities, and 4x4 highland campers built for F-roads and winter conditions with features like Webasto heating and higher ground clearance. Camper Rental Iceland does not publish its fleet size but covers five vehicle categories: compact campers, large campers, 4x4 campers, rooftop-tent 4x4 vehicles, and motorhomes. The rooftop-tent 4x4 and motorhome categories are formats Happy Campers does not list, giving Camper Rental Iceland broader category diversity on paper.
Equipment readiness differs meaningfully between the two. Happy Campers includes sleeping gear, cooking equipment, a cooler, heating, power, water, and Wi-Fi as trip-ready on standard and 4x4 tiers, meaning travelers can depart without purchasing add-ons beyond optional furniture items. Camper Rental Iceland lists heating, cooling, and power as trip-ready, but sleeping, cooking, and water equipment carry caveats that travelers should clarify before booking. Wi-Fi is an add-on at Camper Rental Iceland rather than included. Both operators offer unlimited mileage on all rentals.
On logistics and market positioning, Happy Campers offers two pickup points at Keflavik Airport and Reykjavik with a free airport shuttle, and provides a hands-on vehicle walkthrough at pickup that first-time campervan renters may find reassuring. Camper Rental Iceland provides four pickup options spanning Keflavik Airport, Keflavik hotel shuttle, Reykjavik office, and Reykjavik hotel shuttle, offering more flexibility for travelers whose accommodation or flight timing does not align with a single depot. Happy Campers holds a 4.8 Google rating across nearly 2,700 reviews; Camper Rental Iceland has a 4.2 Google rating from a smaller sample of 21 reviews. Both offer free cancellation, though Happy Campers requires 24 hours notice while Camper Rental Iceland requires 48 hours.
Happy Campers fleet
Solo travellers & couples on a budget
Happy 1 · Happy 1 EX Auto · Happy 1 EX
Couples who want more comfort
Happy 2 · Happy 2 EX
Families & friend groups
Happy 3 · Happy 3 EX
+1 more categories
Camper Rental Iceland fleet
Budget travel for couples
Compact Campers
Groups needing space
Large Campers
Highland & F-road access
4x4 Campers
+2 more categories
Equipment & Inclusions
Default equipment included with a standard rental. Individual vehicles may vary. How we rate equipment →
Category
Happy Campers
Camper Rental Iceland
Sleeping
Thick duvets, linen, pillows & blankets
Sleeping bags or bed linen on most models
Budget 4x4s may require renting separately (~€22/rental)
Cooking
Gas stove, 2-4 canisters (10-15 days), pots, pans, dishes, cutlery
Gas burner on all campervans
Full cookware kit may be add-on on smaller/rooftop-tent vehicles (~€56)
Cooling
Electric cooler on dual battery system
12V electric cooler on smaller vans; compressor fridge on VW Crafter and motorhomes
Heating
Webasto diesel parking heater
Webasto diesel heater
Power
USB & 12V on dual battery; charges engine-off
220V and 12V on campervans, shore power hookup
Water
Sink with running cold water
Sink with running water on campervans
Rooftop tent 4x4s have no water system
Furniture
Chair €15/rental, table €20/rental
Table and chairs as optional extras
Wi-Fi
4G wifi included (free on non-EX models)
4G wifi hotspot
Customer Reviews
Cancellation & Flexibility
Happy Campers
Free cancellation (24h notice)Free cancellation on the standard rate if you cancel more than 24h before pickup — full refund, no fee. Cancel within 24h and you forfeit the 30% confirmation fee paid at booking.
Official terms →Camper Rental Iceland
Free cancellation (48h notice)Campervans: full refund if you cancel at least 48h before pickup. Cancellations within 48h forfeit a fee equal to the booking deposit. Motorhomes carry a 15% fee even with advance notice.
Official terms →Who Should Choose Whom
Choose Happy Campersif…
- •You are a first-time campervan renter in Iceland and want a hands-on pickup walkthrough, trip-ready gear out of the box, and a large review base to reference before booking.
- •You plan to drive highland F-roads or travel in winter and need a dedicated 4x4 camper tier with Webasto heating and proven high-clearance vehicles.
- •You prefer most equipment included from the start -- sleeping, cooking, heating, Wi-Fi -- without needing to research which items require add-on purchases or come with conditions.
- •You value a large volume of customer reviews when choosing a vendor: Happy Campers has nearly 2,700 Google reviews at a 4.8 rating, providing a broad sample of traveler experiences.
- •You want the shortest cancellation notice window, with free cancellation available up to 24 hours before pickup.
Choose Camper Rental Icelandif…
- •You are optimizing for the lowest published entry price and are comfortable verifying exactly what is included in insurance and equipment before you book.
- •You want pickup flexibility beyond a single airport or city depot -- Camper Rental Iceland offers four options including hotel shuttles in both Keflavik and Reykjavik.
- •You are interested in vehicle formats not available at Happy Campers, such as rooftop-tent 4x4 vehicles or full motorhomes.
- •You prefer a vendor with over a decade of continuous operation in Iceland, having run rentals since 2013.
- •You are an experienced campervan traveler who does not need a guided walkthrough and can independently confirm equipment and insurance details to secure a lower rate.
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