You already know when you’re leaving
You know when you’ll be moving in and want the rental period and appliance collection to fit around your departure.
Who is this decision for?
Keeping the overall cost down is a priority
You want to compare your spending over the whole stay, without mistaking a low monthly payment for a low overall cost.
You’d like help with delivery and aftercare
You’re looking for delivery, collection or support services and want to check exactly what they include.
What to compare
Long-term rental
Consider it if: the contract length matches your stay and you’d like help with some of the logistics or aftercare.
Things to weigh up: the terms for leaving early and returning the appliance. Boulanger Location says it does not offer a purchase option at the end of the contract.
Buying new
Consider it if: you can afford to buy the appliance and expect to keep it after your stay, or if the total cost is lower than that of the rental contract you’re considering.
Things to weigh up: you own the appliance, but you’ll need to arrange transport or resale. The statutory guarantee of conformity is not a general maintenance plan.
Buying second-hand
Consider it if: you can check the appliance’s condition, identify the seller and arrange transport before making a decision.
Things to weigh up: according to Service Public, the statutory guarantee of conformity applies to sales from a business to a consumer, not to private sales.
Compare like-for-like appliances and equivalent services. Work out all your costs up to your departure date rather than focusing only on the monthly payment.
| What matters | What to check | Who is this for? |
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| Total cost | Add the initial payment, compulsory fees and any repairs you’re responsible for to the purchase price or rental payments. Don’t count the first rental payment twice if it’s included in the initial payment. | I want to know what the appliances will cost me up to my departure date, rather than relying on the monthly payment alone. Around 33% of consumers prioritise the total cost. |
| Contract length and early departure | Check the actual contract length available for the appliance and ask what you’ll owe on your planned departure date. The INC recommends checking whether early termination fees apply. | I want my contract to end when I leave, or to know what it will cost if I have to leave earlier. Around 27% of consumers put this at the top of their list. |
| Installation and collection | Ask who delivers, installs and collects the appliance, and check which accessories must be returned and what condition the appliance must be in. Boulanger Location’s terms state that the product must be returned with its accessories. | I want to keep the amount of lifting and shifting I need to arrange when moving in and leaving to a minimum. Around 20% of consumers prioritise hassle-free logistics. |
| Breakdowns and repairs | Find out who to contact if the appliance breaks down and which repairs are covered by the contract. If you’re buying second-hand, check whether the seller is a business or a private individual. | I want to know who to contact if the appliance breaks down and which repairs I might have to pay for. Around 20% of consumers prioritise breakdown cover. |
Pitfalls to avoid
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Comparing monthly payments only
Boulanger Location’s first payment includes the upfront contribution and the first monthly payment, so the amount shown isn’t enough to work out your total spending.
Work out the full payment schedule and check what’s included, without counting the first monthly payment twice.
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Assuming your contract will end when your stay does
If your contract ends after you leave, you may have to pay an early termination fee, depending on its terms.
Before signing up, ask for a written estimate based on your planned departure date.
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Assuming collection comes with no conditions
Returning the appliance may be subject to conditions about the accessories supplied and the product’s condition.
Keep the inventory and accessories, and record the appliance’s condition when it’s delivered and collected.
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Assuming all second-hand appliances come with the same guarantees
The statutory guarantee of conformity depends in part on the seller’s status: it applies to sales from a business to a consumer, not to private sales.
Identify the seller and check which protections apply before comparing the purchase cost.
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Appliances available on Joybuy
The appliances below suit different needs in a temporary home: laundry, additional cooking options and food storage.
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HOOVER HWPD 414AMBC/1-S, front-loading washing machine, 14 kg
Worth considering if your home has the necessary connections and this capacity suits your needs.
Front-loading; 14 kg capacity; 1,400 rpm spin speed; Class B.
Installation requires a stable surface, an electricity supply, a water inlet and a waste outlet.
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Heinrich’s solo microwave, 20 L
Worth considering if you’re looking for a solo microwave for a small home or student halls.
20 L capacity; 700 W power; six power levels; defrost function.
Listed dimensions: 44,6 × 36,3 × 24,3 cm.
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COMFEE CMO‑MP012OC(BK), inverter microwave, 19 L
Worth considering if you’re looking for a 19 L microwave for cooking and reheating.
700 W power; five power levels; defrost function; 245 mm turntable.
Listed dimensions: 44 × 31,9 × 25,9 cm. Freestanding installation is recommended; built-in installation is only advised if the cabinet has been tested.
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Sonlu CC-520WE fridge freezer, 444 L
Worth considering if you’re looking for an appliance with both fridge and freezer compartments.
444 L total capacity; Total No Frost technology; energy rating E.
Listed operating ambient temperature range: 10 to 43 °C.
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TCL RF60DWE0FR, 45 L fridge with 3 L freezer compartment
Worth considering if you’re looking for a compact fridge with a separate freezer compartment.
Fridge capacity: 45 L; freezer compartment: 3 L; mechanical control; fridge temperature range from 0 to 10 °C.
Listed dimensions: 449 × 485 × 512 mm.
Frequently asked questions
What should I check before furnishing a rented student home?
If the property is covered by Decree No. 2015-981 of 31 July 2015 on furnished accommodation, it must include, among other things, cooking hobs, an oven or microwave, and a fridge and freezer—or the cold-storage compartment specified in the legislation. A washing machine is not on this minimum list. Check the property inventory before buying or renting any appliances.
Are the appliances and rental periods offered necessarily suitable for a studio flat?
No. Check which appliances and rental periods are available for your home. Information from Boulanger Location reviewed in October 2026 mentions washing machines and fridges, among other products. Boulanger lists rental periods of 12 to 36 months, depending on the product, but that doesn’t mean every appliance or rental period will suit your circumstances.
Are delivery and maintenance always included in a rental?
No, these services depend on the offer and its terms. The INC recommends checking whether installation, removal and repair services are included. A mention of after-sales service is no substitute for reading the contract details.
Can I keep a rented appliance at the end of the contract?
Boulanger Location states that its rental offer does not include a purchase option at the end of the rental period and requires the product to be returned with its accessories. This condition applies to this offer and does not automatically apply to all contracts.
What guarantee applies to a second-hand appliance?
According to Service Public, the statutory guarantee of conformity applies when a business sells a new or second-hand appliance to a consumer. It does not apply to private sales, so check who the seller is before buying.