PK Campers vs McRent
PK Campers is an Iceland-based campervan rental company, while McRent is a pan-European motorhome brand with an Iceland station. This comparison outlines their different vehicle categories, equipment inclusions, and booking policies to help you decide which operator fits your trip.
At a Glance
PK Campers
McRent
Founded
Not publicly confirmed
Not publicly confirmed for Iceland operations
Headquarters
Iceland (exact location not confirmed)
Germany (pan-European operations confirmed)
Fleet size
Not publicly confirmed
Not publicly confirmed for Iceland
Pickup
Not confirmed
Not publicly confirmed
Fleet & Vehicles
PK Campers operates as a local Icelandic campervan rental company, positioning itself within the segment of compact, van-based vehicles that dominate the Iceland rental market. While specific models and fleet size could not be independently confirmed during research, the company focuses on the campervan category rather than larger motorhome formats. McRent, by contrast, is a pan-European motorhome rental brand headquartered in Germany, offering stations across multiple countries including Iceland. Their fleet is organized into three defined tiers — Compact Motorhome, Family Motorhome, and Premium Motorhome — reflecting a motorhome-first approach that differs from Iceland's typical campervan-centric rental landscape.
The two vendors occupy distinct positions in the market. PK Campers represents the local specialist model common among Icelandic rental companies, while McRent brings the scale of a European network to Iceland. This difference in scope means McRent may appeal to travelers already familiar with the brand from rentals elsewhere in Europe, whereas PK Campers is rooted specifically in the Icelandic market. Equipment inclusions differ in notable ways: PK Campers provides bedding as trip-ready (included), while McRent lists bedding as an add-on. Conversely, McRent includes power equipment as trip-ready, whereas PK Campers notes power with caveats. Both vendors list cooking equipment with caveats, and both offer furniture and Wi-Fi as add-ons.
Cancellation policies represent a significant practical difference between the two. PK Campers operates a non-refundable policy, offering a travel voucher at best in the event of cancellation. McRent uses a tiered fee structure ranging from a flat fee to a percentage of the booking cost, which provides a partial refund pathway depending on cancellation timing. Travelers who value flexible booking terms should review each vendor's current cancellation conditions directly, as policies may change over time.
McRent fleet
Couples wanting space
Compact Motorhome (unconfirmed for Iceland)
Families and groups
Family Motorhome (unconfirmed for Iceland)
Maximum comfort
Premium Motorhome (unconfirmed for Iceland)
Equipment & Inclusions
Default equipment included with a standard rental. Individual vehicles may vary. How we rate equipment →
Category
PK Campers
McRent
Sleeping
Duvets (200x220), sheets, pillows
Bedding set (duvet, pillow, linen) per person, ~€59/rental
Cooking
Gas stove, pots, pans, kettle, plates, cups, 1 small cylinder
1 cylinder ≈ 3 days; expect to buy ~2 more
Built-in 2-3 burner stove, 2×11kg gas bottles
Cookware (pots, pans, plates, cutlery) rented separately, ~€56/rental
Cooling
Built-in fridge on most vans
Built-in compressor fridge/freezer (78-156L)
Heating
Webasto diesel heater
Truma Combi gas/electric heating
Power
230V heater hookup, USB via radio
No auxiliary battery for devices; charging limited to USB via head unit
Dual battery system, 12V always available; supports fridge overnight
Water
19L tank with sink; 10L on Kangoo
100-122L freshwater tank with sink
Furniture
Chair €15/rental, table €15/rental
Table + 4 chairs, ~€57/rental
Wi-Fi
Wifi adapter
4G wifi router, ~€77/rental
Customer Reviews
Cancellation & Flexibility
PK Campers
Non-refundableThe 30% advance deposit is non-refundable as cash — at best PK Campers issues a travel voucher of equal value to reuse or transfer.
Official terms →McRent
Cancellation feeCancellation always costs a fee: €100 if cancelled 60+ days before pickup, 30% of the rental (min €100) at 50–59 days, 50% at 15–49 days, 80% under 15 days, and 95% on the pickup day.
Official terms →Who Should Choose Whom
Choose PK Campersif…
- •You prefer renting from a locally based Icelandic operator rather than a multinational chain
- •You want bedding and sleeping gear included as standard rather than paying for it as an add-on
- •You are looking for a campervan rather than a full-sized motorhome, which suits Iceland's narrower roads and smaller campsites
- •A strong Google review score matters to you — PK Campers holds a 4.8 out of 5 based on 427 reviews
Choose McRentif…
- •You specifically want a full-sized motorhome with more interior space than a compact campervan offers
- •You value a tiered cancellation policy that allows partial refunds, rather than a non-refundable booking
- •You want power equipment included as standard without caveats or extra charges
- •You are already familiar with McRent from rentals in other European countries and prefer booking through a known brand
- •You are planning a multi-country European trip and want to work with a single rental network
Compare PK Campers and McRent prices
See real-time availability and pricing from both vendors alongside 10 others.
Search all 12 vendorsRelated comparisons
More PK Campers comparisons
More McRent comparisons