Looking for Peerby in Denmark? It isn't here — Ottuma is.
Peerby is the largest neighbourhood sharing platform in the Benelux, and if you live in Amsterdam or Antwerp it's a lovely way to borrow from neighbours. But Peerby doesn't operate in Denmark — no Danish listings, no Danish support, no DKK. Ottuma is the Danish equivalent, built for renting gear from verified people near you.
TL;DR: Peerby excels at community sharing in the Netherlands and Belgium, but it has no presence in Denmark and requires a paid membership before you can borrow anything. Ottuma is Danish-built, pay-per-rental with a single 10% owner commission, and protects every rental with a card deposit and photo condition reports. If you live in the Benelux, use Peerby. If you live in Denmark, Peerby isn't an option — Ottuma is.
Why people look for a Peerby alternative
Peerby pioneered neighbour-to-neighbour sharing and deserves credit for it. Still, there are consistent reasons people go looking for something else — starting with geography.
It doesn't operate in Denmark
Peerby serves the Netherlands, Belgium, and a handful of US cities. There is no Danish market, no Danish language support, and effectively zero local inventory — a Dane can create an account, but there's nothing nearby to borrow.
A subscription before your first rental
Borrowing or renting on Peerby requires a membership (€2.99/month or €29.88/year with auto-renewal). Reviews regularly mention surprise renewals and having to pay before even messaging an owner. On Ottuma there's no subscription — you pay per rental, nothing more.
Light protection for owners
Peerby's guarantee covers items up to €2,000, excludes cosmetic damage, and claims must be filed within 48 hours. There's no deposit held and no condition documentation, so higher-value gear rides on trust alone.
The apps have faded
Peerby's Android app was removed from Google Play in early 2025, and the iOS app hasn't been updated since 2021. The platform is effectively web-only today.
Availability in Denmark
Peerby's network effect is its whole value — and that network lives in Dutch and Belgian neighbourhoods, plus a few US launch cities. In Denmark there are no communities, no local items, and no DKK support. It simply isn't a usable option here.
Ottuma is Danish by design: a Danish company, prices in kroner, radius search around your location, and product and support in Danish and English. Everything listed is in Denmark.
If you're in the Netherlands or Belgium, Peerby is a fine choice. In Denmark, the comparison ends at availability.
Cost model
Peerby charges borrowers a membership — €2.99/month or €29.88/year, with a free trial that auto-renews. Listing is free, and owners give up a service-and-guarantee share of paid rentals (around 15%). Many items are lent for free between neighbours, which is genuinely charming.
Ottuma has no membership and no renter fee. Owners pay a single 10% commission per rental and keep 90%. If you rent twice a year, you pay for exactly those two rentals.
Frequent borrowers in the Benelux can get value from Peerby's subscription. Occasional renters — and everyone in Denmark — are better served by pay-per-rental.
Protection and trust
Peerby offers a guarantee covering damage, loss, and theft up to €2,000 per item, with cosmetic damage excluded and a 48-hour claim window. There are no deposits and no handover documentation — fitting for a platform rooted in free neighbourly lending, but thin for valuable gear.
Ottuma holds a card deposit for every rental and records photo condition reports at pickup and return. Damage is settled from the deposit based on documented evidence, and a post-return dispute window with human resolution backs it up. Owners are identity-verified before they can list.
For a €50 ladder, either model works. For a drone or a track saw, deposits plus documentation is the safer bet for both sides.
Mission and community
Peerby's sustainability mission is real and well-executed: 14 years of community building, strong press, and a culture of free lending that no commercial marketplace fully replicates. If your goal is to meet your neighbours, Peerby (where it operates) is special.
Ottuma shares the underlying idea — idle gear should be used, not bought twice — but is a straightforward rental marketplace: owners earn money, renters save money, and the platform handles payment, deposits, and evidence.
Choose Peerby for community-first sharing in its home markets. Choose Ottuma for a transactional, protected rental experience in Denmark.
Peerby vs Ottuma at a glance
| Peerby | Ottuma | |
|---|---|---|
| Available in Denmark | No — Netherlands, Belgium, and 5 US cities | Yes — Denmark only |
| Membership required | Yes — €2.99/month or €29.88/year to borrow | No subscription, pay per rental |
| Owner fee | Free listing; service share of paid rentals (~15%) | 10% commission (owner keeps 90%) |
| Damage protection | Guarantee up to €2,000, 48-hour claim window | Card deposit held per rental, photo evidence |
| Condition documentation | None built in | Photo condition reports at pickup and return |
| Mobile apps | Android removed 2025; iOS not updated since 2021 | Web-first, works on any device |
| Free borrowing culture | Yes — many items lent free between neighbours | Rental marketplace — owners set paid rates |
| Currency & language | EUR; Dutch, French, English | DKK; Danish and English |
Who should choose Peerby
Peerby is the right choice if:
- You live in the Netherlands, Belgium, or one of its US launch cities
- You borrow often enough that a yearly membership pays for itself
- You value free neighbourly lending and community over transactions
- You mostly borrow lower-value household items
Who should choose Ottuma
Ottuma is built for you if:
- You live in Denmark — Peerby simply isn't available here
- You'd rather pay per rental than hold a subscription
- You rent or lend valuable gear and want deposits plus photo evidence
- You want owners to be identity-verified before they can list
Getting started on Ottuma
There's nothing to migrate from Peerby if you're in Denmark — just start fresh. It takes a few minutes.
Browse what's nearby
Search by category or keyword and filter by distance, price, and condition. Every listing is in Denmark, priced in kroner.
Rent with protection
Book with secure Stripe payment. Your deposit is a card hold — not a charge — and the item's condition is documented at pickup so returns are drama-free.
List your own gear
Listing is free. Complete identity verification, set your price and deposit requirement, and keep 90% of every rental.
FAQ
The Danish way to rent from people nearby
Browse gear near you, or list your own free — no membership, one 10% fee, deposit-protected.
Comparison based on publicly available information about Peerby, last verified July 2026. Fees and terms may change — always confirm current terms with Peerby directly. Peerby is a trademark of its owner and is not affiliated with Ottuma.