Which should you choose as a lampworker? Renting bottles or making oxygen on-site?
Oxygen costs vary widely depending on location, supplier, and usage. This comparison is designed to help you determine whether rent-to-own makes sense for your specific situation.
Rent-to-Own vs Oxygen Rental Calculator
Enter your current oxygen rental costs and compare your monthly spend to a fixed rent-to-own payment.
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Notes: This tool compares your current rental-related monthly spend against a fixed monthly rent-to-own payment. It does not include electricity, maintenance outside warranty, or taxes.
Typical Oxygen Rental Costs (What We See in the Field)
| Cost Component | Typical Low End | Typical High End |
|---|---|---|
| Tank Rental | $10–$15 per month | $35+ per month |
| Oxygen Refills | $15 per bottle | $75–$95 per bottle |
| Delivery / Hazmat Fees | Sometimes included | Often extra |
| Supply Reliability | Depends on supplier | Can vary widely |
Some customers spend very little on oxygen.
Others spend hundreds of dollars per month, especially with frequent refills.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | DPG Rent-to-Own Oxygen System | Oxygen Rental |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Cost | $500 per month | Varies widely by region and usage |
| Cost Predictability | Fixed, known monthly payment | Variable and often increases over time |
| Ownership | You own the system once paid | No ownership |
| End Date | Yes — payments stop when paid off | No — rental continues indefinitely |
| Oxygen Availability | Produced on-site, on demand | Limited by tank size and refills |
| Dependency on Supplier | None after installation | Ongoing |
| Long-Term Asset | Yes | No |
| Best Fit For | Frequent or high-volume oxygen users | Occasional or low-volume users |
How to Tell If This Applies to You
Rent-to-own may be a good fit if:
- You regularly exchange oxygen tanks
- Your refill costs are $40+ per bottle, or rising
- You pay monthly tank rental fees
- You’ve experienced delivery delays or shortages
- You want predictable operating costs
- You prefer owning equipment instead of renting indefinitely
If you only use oxygen occasionally and have access to very low-cost refills, traditional rental may continue to make sense.
The Practical Difference
With rental:
- You pay for oxygen every time you refill
- Costs continue as long as you need oxygen
- Pricing and availability are outside your control
With rent-to-own:
- Payments go toward owning your own oxygen system
- Once paid off, oxygen production continues with minimal ongoing cost
- You control supply and availability on your schedule
Actual savings depend on usage and local pricing. We’re happy to help you evaluate whether rent-to-own makes sense for your operation.
Quick “Good Fit?” Checklist
Check any that apply to you:
- I exchange or refill oxygen tanks at least once per month
- My refills cost more than $40 per bottle (or prices have been rising)
- I pay a monthly rental fee for tanks (for example, $35/month or more)
- I use oxygen often enough that running out interrupts work
- I want predictable monthly costs instead of variable refill bills
- I would rather pay toward owning equipment than rent indefinitely
- Deliveries, supplier hours, or availability have caused delays for me
- I expect to still need oxygen a year from now
If you checked 3 or more, rent-to-own is often a strong fit.
If you checked 0–2, rental may still make sense—especially if you have low-cost refills and low usage.