Rent.is vs Camper Rental Iceland
Rent.is and Camper Rental Iceland are both established Keflavik-based operators covering a wide range of campervan categories. This comparison breaks down their fleet options, pickup logistics, pricing positioning, and included equipment so you can decide which fits your trip.
At a Glance
Rent.is
Camper Rental Iceland
Founded
2012
2013
Headquarters
Flugvellir 22, Keflavik, Iceland
Keflavik / Reykjavik, Iceland
Fleet size
~18 model lines (claims Iceland's largest campervan fleet)
Official count not published
Pickup
Keflavik Airport
Keflavik Airport, Keflavik Hotel Shuttle, Reykjavik Office, Reykjavik Hotel Shuttle
Fleet & Vehicles
Rent.is publishes one of Iceland's widest campervan menus, listing roughly 18 model lines across compact campervans, 4x4 roof-tent and Crosscamp vehicles, California-style vans, and full motorhomes. The breadth of selection means travelers can compare a compact two-sleeper against a motorhome within a single booking flow. Camper Rental Iceland covers a similar spread of categories -- compact campers, large campers, 4x4 campers, rooftop-tent 4x4s, and motorhomes -- though the company does not publish an exact model count. Both vendors include unlimited mileage across their fleets.
The two vendors differ in how much equipment comes standard. Rent.is lists most equipment categories as trip-ready out of the box, with cooking gear noted as a caveat and Wi-Fi available as a paid add-on. Camper Rental Iceland includes heating, cooling, and power as standard but flags sleeping gear, cooking equipment, and water systems with caveats, and lists furniture and Wi-Fi as add-ons. Travelers who want a fully kitted vehicle on arrival should check each vendor's specific inclusions for their chosen model.
Market positioning separates the two as well. Rent.is emphasizes fleet scale and insurance transparency, positioning itself as the vendor where you can read exactly what coverage you are buying before checkout. Camper Rental Iceland leads with some of the lowest published entry-level prices in Iceland, appealing to budget-conscious travelers willing to configure add-ons to match their needs. Both companies have operated for over a decade -- Rent.is since 2012, Camper Rental Iceland since 2013 -- and both offer 24/7 support during your rental.
Rent.is fleet
Budget couples & solo travellers
Compact Campers
Highland & off-road camping
4x4 Roof-Tent & Crosscamp Vehicles
Comfort touring
California-Style & Larger Vans
+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
Rent.is
Camper Rental Iceland
Sleeping
Sleeping bags, sheets & pillows for all passengers
Sleeping bags or bed linen on most models
Budget 4x4s may require renting separately (~€22/rental)
Cooking
Gas stove, pots, pans, dishes, cutlery, 1 canister
1 canister ≈ 3 days; expect to buy ~2 more
Gas burner on all campervans
Full cookware kit may be add-on on smaller/rooftop-tent vehicles (~€56)
Cooling
12V electric cooler on campervans; 70-84L compressor fridge on motorhomes
12V electric cooler on smaller vans; compressor fridge on VW Crafter and motorhomes
Heating
Webasto diesel heater
Webasto diesel heater
Power
USB & 12V on auxiliary battery; charges engine-off
220V and 12V on campervans, shore power hookup
Water
10L tank on campervans; 85-90L on motorhomes
Sink with running water on campervans
Rooftop tent 4x4s have no water system
Furniture
Table & chairs included
Table and chairs as optional extras
Wi-Fi
Wifi via Platinum Plus insurance package
4G wifi hotspot
Customer Reviews
Cancellation & Flexibility
Rent.is
Free cancellation (24h notice)Cancel at least 24h before pickup for a full refund. No prepayment at booking — only a security hold at pickup. Cancellations within 24h or no-shows are charged the full rental amount.
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 Rent.isif…
- •You want to browse the widest model menu from a single vendor -- Rent.is lists around 18 model lines spanning compact vans to motorhomes, letting you compare many vehicle types in one place.
- •You value clear insurance documentation upfront and want to understand exactly what coverage options are available before you reach checkout.
- •You prefer a streamlined airport pickup with a single Keflavik Airport location, a free shuttle, and 24/7 operations that accommodate late or early flights.
- •You want most equipment included as standard -- Rent.is lists sleeping, cooling, heating, power, water, and furniture as trip-ready across its fleet.
- •You weigh review volume in your decision -- Rent.is has accumulated over 1,500 Google reviews and nearly 1,000 Trustpilot reviews, with a free cancellation window requiring just 24 hours notice.
Choose Camper Rental Icelandif…
- •You are shopping on price and want access to some of the lowest published entry-level rates among Icelandic campervan vendors.
- •You need pickup flexibility -- Camper Rental Iceland offers four options including Keflavik Airport, Keflavik hotel shuttle, a Reykjavik office, and Reykjavik hotel shuttle, useful if your itinerary starts in the city rather than at the airport.
- •You are comfortable reviewing equipment inclusions and adding specific gear to match your trip, potentially keeping your base cost lower by skipping items you do not need.
- •You want broad category coverage -- compact campers, large vans, 4x4 campers, rooftop-tent 4x4s, and motorhomes -- from an operator with over a decade of experience in Iceland.
- •You prefer a longer free cancellation window -- Camper Rental Iceland allows free cancellation with 48 hours notice compared to the 24-hour window at Rent.is.
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