Nexovil vs Rentman
Rentman is rental software built around event and AV production, including project and crew planning. Nexovil is narrower: it runs the rental yard itself, with bookings, contracts, check-out, damage and routes. The right choice depends on whether you are producing shows or running a yard.
Competitor details reviewed October 2026 from public pages and software directories. Confirm current details with Rentman at rentman.io.
| What matters | Nexovil | Rentman |
|---|---|---|
| Built for | Independent rental yards: party, tools, AV and trailers. | AV, event and production rental, including project and crew planning. |
| Pricing | Three public plans: $99, $249 and $499 a month, in US dollars. | Listed as per user per month in directories. Confirm current pricing. |
| Free trial | 14 days, full Pro access, no card. | Confirm with the vendor. |
| Crew planning | Not a focus. Nexovil is a yard operations system. | A core part of the product, according to its positioning. |
| Tags and QR | QR tags for every unit, scanned by phone. | Confirm tagging options with the vendor. |
| Damage and deposits | Photos, repair cost and deposit tracking on Pro and Business. | Confirm with the vendor. |
Rentman positions itself for AV, event and production rental, with planning for projects and crew. Directory listings show per-user pricing. Confirm current plans and included features on the vendor's site.
Where Nexovil is the better fit
- You run a yard with a counter, a lot and drivers, not a production crew.
- You rent more than AV, such as party goods, tools or trailers.
- You want a flat price that does not grow with each staff login.
Where Rentman may be the better fit
- You produce events and need project timelines and crew scheduling.
- You work mainly in AV and live production.
- You need planning tools that sit above the rental yard.
Questions to ask Rentman
Put these to any vendor, including us, and write down the answers.
- Which features are included in each plan, and which cost extra?
- How does pricing scale with users, including part-time crew?
- Can I manage pooled quantities and serialised gear in the same project?
- What happens to my data if I cancel?
- How is support provided during an event weekend?
Switching from Rentman
Export your equipment list as CSV, import it into Nexovil and print QR tags for cases and units. If you rely on crew planning, keep that tool alongside Nexovil rather than forcing it into a rental system.
Nexovil costs $99, $249 or $499 a month with unlimited team members. The trial is 14 days with full Pro access and no card.
Nexovil vs Rentman: common questions
Is Nexovil a Rentman replacement?
For a rental yard, it can be. For crew planning and event production, Rentman is built for a different job, and you should check that need before switching.
Can Nexovil handle AV rental?
Yes. AV is one of four supported industries, with serialised units, pooled cables, QR check-in and damage reports.
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