100% Free Core. Pay Only to Stand Out.
At GoatRent, we believe in removing barriers to local commerce. Whether you are liquidating idle assets, renting out heavy equipment, or offering a local service, getting started should not cost you a dime.
The 100% Free-to-Use Core
We do not believe in paywalls or hidden subscriptions. Our core platform is entirely free for both Seekers and Providers.
Zero Listing Fees
It is completely free to create and publish your listings.
Zero Subscription Costs
We do not charge monthly fees to use our platform or access our community.
Free Communication
Browsing the map, comparing items, and contacting owners directly is completely free.
Boost Your Visibility
OptionalOur primary monetization comes strictly from optional, value-add "Promoted Listings". If you want to sell or rent your item faster, you can voluntarily purchase premium placements. Prices vary slightly by category (e.g., Heavy Equipment vs. Snowmobiles), but generally include:
All promotion payments are processed securely via Stripe.
Color Highlight
From $5 - $15 for 7 days
Stand out in the feed. Your listing will be displayed on a colored background with a highlighted title and price, increasing click-through rates by up to 20-30%.
Search Boost / Bump Up
From $10 - $25 for 3-7 days
Get back to the top. This service pushes your listing to the top of the search results and automatically refreshes its position, increasing views by 30-50%.
TOP Placement
From $20 - $50 for 7-30 days
Maximum visibility. Your listing is pinned in a special "Recommended" block at the very top of the page, guaranteeing a premium position that can boost responses by 40-70%.
The Direct Free Boost
We reward active, reliable users. If your account is in good standing and your listing has been active for at least 3 days, you receive a Free Boost every 14 days. With a single click, you can bump one of your listings up in the search results for 24-48 hours, absolutely free.
Smart Discounts
If you are a power user or listing high-value equipment, our system automatically applies discounts to your promotions:
- 10% OffWhen you purchase 2 or more promotion services at the same time.
- 15% OffWhen you purchase a promotion lasting 14 days or longer.
- 20% OffAutomatically applied to all promotion services for high-value items priced over $10,000.