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| Your mother has been discharged. You are standing in a medical equipment shop in Karol Bagh. The shopkeeper is showing you a semi fowler bed that costs Rs.14,000. He tells you renting is a waste of money and you should just buy. Is he right? |
Sometimes. But usually no. The answer depends on four things: how long the patient needs the equipment, what the equipment costs, what happens to it after, and how your family’s cash flow is positioned right now.
This guide works through the numbers honestly for the most common home medical equipment categories in India. No opinion, just arithmetic.
This is the single most important variable. Equipment rental is economically superior for short to medium term needs. Purchasing wins only when the patient will need the equipment indefinitely, or when the family can resell it at a good price after use.
The problem with the resale assumption: medical equipment in India has a very thin secondary market. A semi fowler bed bought for Rs.14,000 will sell for Rs.3,000 to Rs.6,000 eighteen months later if you can find a buyer at all. Factor that in before buying.
| Scenario | Rent (1 month) | Rent (3 months) | Rent (6 months) | Buy outright (market price) |
| Semi Fowler Bed | Rs. 1800 | Rs. 1620 (10% off) | Rs. 1440 (20% off) | Rs. 20,000-25,000 |
| Full Fowler Bed | Rs. 4100 | Rs. 3690 (10% off) | Rs. 3280 (20% off) | Rs.30,000-40,000 |
| 3-Function Electric Bed | Rs. 6800 | Rs. 6120 (10% off) | Rs. 5440 (20% off) | Rs.80,000-1,20,000 |
| 5-Function Electric ICU Bed | Rs. 8300 | Rs. 7470 (10% off) | Rs. 6640 (20% off) | Rs.1,00,000-2,50,000 |
Verdict for beds: for recoveries up to 6 months, renting is almost always cheaper when you account for delivery, installation, servicing, and the cost of having capital locked in a depreciating asset. For truly permanent needs, buying a basic manual bed can make sense.
| Scenario | Rent (1 month) | Rent (3 months) | Rent (6 months) | Buy outright (market price) |
| Philips EverFlo 5L | Rs. 4500 | Rs. 4050 (10% off) | Rs. 3600 (20% off) | Rs.60,000-80,000 |
| Indian brand 5L | Rs. 3500 | Rs. 3150 (10% off) | Rs. 2800 (20% off) | Rs.45,000-60,000 |
| 10L concentrator | Rs. 6500 | Rs. 5850 (10% off) | Rs. 5200 (20% off) | Rs.75,000-1,20,000 |
Verdict for oxygen: renting wins decisively for anything under 18 to 24 months. Oxygen concentrators require periodic servicing and can develop faults. When you rent, maintenance is Sanjeevia’s responsibility. When you buy, it is yours. A concentrator repair can cost Rs.5,000 to Rs.15,000.
| Scenario | Rent (1 month) | Rent (3 months) | Rent (6 months) | Buy outright (market price) |
| BiPAP basic (Niscomed/BMC) | Rs. 3500 | Rs. 3150 (10% off) | Rs. 2800 (20% off) | Rs.28,000-45,000 |
| ResMed Lumis 150 ST | Rs. 7100 | Rs. 6390 (10% off) | Rs. 5680 (20% off) | Rs.90,000-1,25,000 |
| Philips DreamStation COPD | Rs. 7700 | Rs. 6930 (10% off) | Rs. 6160 (20% off) | Rs.90,000-1,35,000 |
| ResMed Ventilator | Rs. 16,500 | Rs. 14,850 (10% off) | Rs. 13,200 (20% off) | Rs.3,30,000-4,50,000 |
Verdict for BiPAP and ventilators: renting wins for any period under 3 years for basic BiPAP, and almost indefinitely for advanced machines. The purchase cost for a ResMed ventilator exceeds Rs.3.5 lakh. Additionally, BiPAP settings often need to be adjusted as the patient’s condition evolves, and renting gives you the flexibility to change machines without the sunk cost of the wrong purchase.
Many families who compare rent vs buy focus only on the monthly rental cost versus the purchase price. This misses several costs that are included in the rental:
When you buy from a shop, delivery may or may not be included. Installation and demo almost never are. Servicing is your own arrangement. Disposal at the end is your problem.
Q: What if I rent and then decide I want to buy?
That is a straightforward decision to make at any point. You return the rented equipment and purchase through a medical equipment dealer. Sanjeevia does not lock you into any long-term contract. Minimum rental is one month.
Q: Can I negotiate a better price if I commit to 6 months upfront?
Yes. Sanjeevia has structured duration discounts: 5% off for 2 months, 10% off for 3 months, and 20% off for 6 months. These apply automatically at checkout.
Q: What if the patient’s condition improves and they no longer need the equipment?
You return it. The rental ends. Your deposit is refunded within 48 hours. You are only billed for the months used. This is one of the core advantages of renting.
Q: Is the security deposit additional to the monthly rent?
Yes. The security deposit is separate from the rental charge, collected once at the start, and fully refunded when the equipment is returned in good condition. It is not a fee. Sanjeevia is transparent about this upfront, unlike some providers who bury deposit terms in fine print.
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Medical Disclaimer
This article is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Equipment selection and home care decisions should be guided by your treating physician. Consult your doctor for all clinical decisions. Published by Sanjeevia Medical | sanjeevia.com | Delhi NC5
