NexusRMS vs Current RMS: Feature Comparison
Both are rental management platforms, but they take different approaches to the problems rental companies face.
| Feature | NexusRMS | Current RMS |
|---|---|---|
| Asset tracking | Serial, QR, RFID, barcode | Barcode & QR scanning |
| Mobile app | Full PWA with offline | Companion app (iOS/Android) |
| Offline warehouse operations | ||
| GPS crew time clock | ||
| Dynamic pricing (per item/client/season) | ||
| Unlimited free sub-users | ||
| RFID scanning | ||
| 7-stage repair workflow | Basic repairs | |
| Freelancer network (Nexus Nodes) | ||
| Client self-service portal | ||
| Xero integration | ||
| QuickBooks integration | ||
| Sage integration | ||
| Crew scheduling | ||
| Sub-rentals | ||
| Custom dashboards (50+ widgets) | Standard dashboard | |
| Database-per-tenant isolation | ||
| Free trial | 14 days | 30 days |
| Starting price | £49/month (ex. VAT) | £59/month first user |
| Additional users | £50/mo (admin) or £30/mo (manager) | £39/month per user |
What makes NexusRMS different
Offline-first mobile
Full system on your phone as a PWA. Works offline for warehouse check-in, check-out, and packing. Current RMS's companion app requires connectivity.
Unlimited free sub-users
Warehouse staff, technicians, crew, and viewers are always free. Current RMS charges per user with no free tier.
GPS crew time clock
GPS-verified clock in/out from mobile. Export timesheets to payroll. Current RMS offers crew scheduling but no built-in time clock.
Database-per-tenant security
Your data is completely isolated in its own database. Enterprise-grade security without enterprise pricing.
Freelancer network built in
Nexus Nodes let freelancers connect with your company, manage availability, and handle compliance documents.
50+ dashboard widgets
Drag-and-drop dashboard builder with widgets for every aspect of your business. Current RMS offers a standard fixed dashboard.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best alternative to Current RMS?
NexusRMS is a modern alternative to Current RMS built for AV, events, and production rental companies. It offers individual serial number tracking, offline mobile support, GPS crew time clock, and unlimited free sub-users from £49/month (ex. VAT).
Can I migrate from Current RMS to NexusRMS?
Yes. Export your equipment, clients, and project data from Current RMS as CSV files and import them into NexusRMS using the bulk import tool.
How does NexusRMS pricing compare to Current RMS?
NexusRMS starts at £49/month (ex. VAT) for the core platform with 1 admin seat and unlimited free sub-users. Additional admins are £50/month (ex. VAT). Current RMS charges £59/month for the first user and £39/month for each additional user, with all users being paid seats.
Does NexusRMS support the same integrations as Current RMS?
NexusRMS integrates with Xero, QuickBooks Online, and Sage for accounting, Stripe for payments, and Google Calendar, Outlook, and iCloud for scheduling. A REST API with webhooks is available for custom integrations.
Is NexusRMS suitable for large rental operations?
Yes. NexusRMS uses database-per-tenant architecture for complete data isolation, supports multi-warehouse operations, granular permissions, and API access. It scales from single-person operations to enterprise.
Explore NexusRMS
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Read comparisonEquipment Management
Serial tracking, QR codes, RFID, and barcode scanning.
Learn moreCrew Management
GPS-verified time clock and intelligent scheduling.
Learn morePricing
Simple, flat pricing from £49/month. No per-user stacking.
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