Making Money on Sharegrid: The Complete Guide
Sharegrid is the biggest platform for renting out camera gear in the US, but the numbers people quote are all over the place. This guide pulls together real earnings data, fee breakdowns, comparisons with other platforms, and concrete ways to get more bookings.
Is it worth it?
The single most-asked question about Sharegrid. The answer depends heavily on your city, your gear, and how you manage bookings. Here's how to evaluate it for your specific situation.
Fees, payouts, and what you actually take home
Sharegrid charges the renter a service fee and you an owner fee. Most calculators you find online ignore these. Here's the real math on net earnings.
Get more bookings
Once you're listed, the game becomes visibility and trust. Response time, photos, descriptions, and reviews all compound.
Sharegrid vs the alternatives
Sharegrid isn't the only option. Fat Llama, KitSplit, and direct rentals all have tradeoffs, including ones nobody talks about.
Track your Sharegrid performance over time
Sharegrid's built-in analytics only shows totals. To make capital decisions, you need per-item ROI, utilization, and profitability across all your bookings and any direct rentals.
Know what each piece of your gear actually earns
Rental IQ imports your Sharegrid bookings and breaks down per-item revenue, fees, and net ROI across your whole inventory.