Why Renting a GoPro is Smarter Than Buying One in India

If you are planning to film your next bike ride, beach trip, scuba dive, or travel vlog, a GoPro is one of the first cameras that comes to mind. These small action cameras are strong, easy to carry, and can capture smooth, high-quality video in almost any place. But buying one is not always the best idea.

The Cost of Buying a GoPro

A brand new GoPro Hero 12 Black in India costs more than ₹50,000.
If you add the cost of mounts, extra batteries, waterproof cases, and memory cards, you can easily spend another ₹5,000–₹7,000.

This is fine if you use it every week. But most people only use a GoPro a few times a year — maybe for a big trip, an adventure sport, or a special video shoot. The rest of the time, it stays in a drawer, losing value.

Why Renting Makes Sense

When you rent, you only pay for the days you actually use it.
Platforms like Rentkar make it simple to rent a GoPro or Insta360 with zero deposit in cities like:

Mumbai
Delhi
Bangalore
Pune
Noida
Gurugram

They deliver the camera to your home and pick it up when you are done.
You get a clean, fully working camera with all the important accessories included.

Popular GoPro and Insta360 Rental Options

Here are some of the most rented packages on Rentkar:

GoPro Hero 12 + 128GB Memory + 5 Accessories – ₹549/day
Chest mount, helmet strap, adhesive mounts, waterproof case, headband.
GoPro Hero 9 + 64GB Memory + 5 Accessories – ₹399/day
Slightly older, still records in 5K.
GoPro Hero 12 + Scuba Kit + 128GB Memory – ₹699/day
Waterproof housing, floaty, anti-fog inserts — perfect for diving.
Insta360 X4 + Invisible Stick + 128GB Memory – ₹699/day
Great for 360° creative shots.
Insta360 X3 + Invisible Stick + 128GB Memory – ₹599/day
Smooth stabilization, perfect for travel videos.

All packages include the accessories you need — no extra purchases.

Renting vs Buying

Feature	Buying a GoPro Hero 12	Renting with Rentkar
Camera cost	₹50,000+	₹549/day
Accessories cost	₹5,000–₹7,000 extra	Included
Damage risk	You pay for repairs	Insurance available
Maintenance	Your responsibility	Not your problem
Upgrades	Need to buy again	Just rent the latest

For most people, renting is cheaper and easier.
You get top gear when you need it, and you avoid paying for something you hardly use.

Perfect for All Kinds of Shoots

Many people rent GoPros for short-term needs:

Bikers – Record long rides, like Delhi to Leh trips.
Scuba divers – Film underwater in Goa or Andaman.
YouTubers – Shoot professional content without big spending.
Families – Capture vacations without buying expensive cameras.

In places like Delhi, Bangalore, and Pune, more and more people are choosing to rent for these reasons.

Hidden Costs of Owning a GoPro

Buying a GoPro is not a one-time cost. You will also spend on:

Extra batteries
Large memory cards
Different mounts for different activities
Storage space
Time for charging and updates

Batteries lose power over time. Technology changes fast — your ₹50,000 camera might be worth half in just a few years.

Why Rentkar is Different

Rentkar’s zero-deposit policy means you don’t need to block thousands of rupees as security.
You pay only the rental price. Delivery and pickup are included. All accessories are part of the package.

This makes it easy and affordable for anyone to get the latest camera gear.

Final Thoughts – Use, Don’t Own

Owning a GoPro is great if you are a filmmaker or record adventures every week.
But for most people, renting is smarter. You get the best gear, use it for your trip or project, and return it without any stress.

So next time you search “GoPro price in India”, think — do I need to own it, or just use it?

With Rentkar, you can rent in Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Pune, Noida, and Gurugram.
Book online, get it at your door, enjoy your shoot, and return it — simple.

Book your GoPro rental today →