If you've ever wanted to rent a camera, a drill or a drone — or earn from the kit gathering dust in your cupboard — you've probably come across Fat Llama. It helped popularise peer-to-peer rentals in the UK, and a lot of people still search for it by name.
But it's no longer the only option. If you're looking for a Fat Llama alternative in 2026 — whether as a renter or someone wanting to earn — here's an honest look at how Rentify compares, and why a growing number of UK hosts and renters are choosing it.
What is Fat Llama?
Fat Llama is a peer-to-peer rental marketplace where people lend and borrow items — cameras, lenses, drones, audio gear, tools and more. The idea is simple and brilliant: instead of buying something you'll use a handful of times, you borrow it from someone nearby who already owns it, and owners earn from kit that would otherwise sit idle.
It's a model we believe in completely. Rentify is built on the same core idea — we've just focused it tightly on the UK and broadened what you can do with it.
Why look for an alternative?
People come to Rentify from other platforms for a few common reasons:
- They want a UK-first experience — local hosts, UK pricing in pounds, and demand in their own town or city.
- They want more than just gadgets — not only cameras and electronics, but tools, garden gear, camping kit, party equipment, vans and more.
- They want services too — sometimes you don't want to rent a drill, you want someone to do the job. More on that below.
- They want reassurance — held deposits, secure payments and two-way reviews, so renting between strangers feels safe.
Why Rentify is a strong Fat Llama alternative
Rentify is a UK peer-to-peer marketplace for both item rentals and local services. Here's what stands out:
- Items and services in one place. Rent a camera or book a photographer. Rent a pressure washer or hire someone to clean the patio. Most rental platforms only do half of that.
- Free to list. Listing items costs nothing, and hosts keep 100% of what they earn — the service fee is paid by the renter.
- Secure Stripe payments. No cash, no chasing. Payment is held securely and released after the rental.
- Refundable deposits. Hosts set a deposit on each listing; Rentify holds it and returns it automatically on safe return.
- Two-way reviews. Both sides review each other after every booking, so reliable people build a visible track record and bad actors get filtered out.
- Built for the UK. Pricing in pounds, local hosts, and SEO pages for towns and cities across the country.
Rentify vs Fat Llama at a glance
| Rentify | Fat Llama | |
|---|---|---|
| Item rentals (cameras, tools, gear) | Yes | Yes |
| Local services (photographers, cleaners, etc.) | Yes | No |
| Secure payments | Yes (Stripe) | Yes |
| Refundable deposits | Yes | Yes |
| Two-way reviews | Yes | Yes |
| Free to list | Yes | Yes |
| Primary focus | UK items and services | Item rentals |
Both are peer-to-peer rental platforms. The biggest practical difference is that Rentify combines item rentals with a local services marketplace, all focused on the UK.
How to get started on Rentify
Whether you want to rent something or earn from what you own, it takes minutes.
- To rent: browse listings near you, book your dates, and pay securely. Browse rentals →
- To earn: list your item for free, set your rate and deposit, and start accepting bookings. List an item →
New to listing? Our guide to making money renting out your stuff walks you through it, and how much you can earn shows realistic numbers.
Common questions
Is Rentify a good alternative to Fat Llama?
Yes — especially in the UK. Rentify offers the same core peer-to-peer item rentals (cameras, tools, gear) with secure payments, deposits and two-way reviews, and adds a local services marketplace on top, so you can rent an item or hire a person from one platform.
Is it free to list items on Rentify?
Yes. Listing is completely free, and hosts keep 100% of what they earn — the small service fee is paid by the renter, not taken from your payout.
What can I rent or list on Rentify?
Cameras and tech, power tools and DIY gear, garden equipment, camping and outdoor kit, party and event equipment, vans and more — plus local services like photography, cleaning and personal training.
Is it safe to rent from strangers on Rentify?
Yes. Payments run securely through Stripe, every booking is tied to a real card and account, hosts set a refundable deposit, and both sides leave reviews. See our full guide on whether it's safe to rent from strangers.
Does Rentify work across the UK?
Yes. Rentify is built for the whole of the UK, with local hosts and dedicated pages for towns and cities nationwide. The more people who join in your area, the more choice there is.
The bottom line
Fat Llama proved that peer-to-peer rental works. Rentify takes that same idea, focuses it on the UK, and adds local services so you can rent an item or book a professional — all with secure payments, deposits and two-way reviews.
Give it a go. Browse rentals or list your first item on Rentify →
Ionut-Cosmin Lixandru — Burton upon Trent, UK Founder of Rentify. Building a marketplace to help people rent items locally, earn from unused things, and connect with local service providers more easily.