Other programs offer a voucher that consumers use to select and purchase equipment on their own. The consumer may be handed a list of participating companies that accept the voucher. Sometimes a trainer may deliver and install equipment, upon request. Some EDPs donate equipment at no cost to recipients. Some programs may charge full price but allow installment payments through phone bills to qualified customers.
Some programs charge a fee on a sliding scale to sell the device.
A program may charge an application fee to process a voucher. A program may lease with an option to buy at end of the lease. Some programs loan equipment for life as long as the consumer remains in the area. The consumer may be able to exchange the device for a newer model on occasion. Other programs distribute equipment for keeps.