Renting an RV has a tremendous number of benefits over buying an RV. When you rent, you never have to worry about general repairs, maintenance, storage, winterization, insurance and more. By the numbers: On average, you need to travel for approximately 4 weeks every year for 10 years to make buying an RV more affordable than renting. And at the end of those 10 years, you'll have a well worn RV. However, if you are renting, you'll be going on your camping adventures in a newer model. (RVs are regularly replaced with newer models) The only real benefit to owning is the flexibility of being able to go whenever you want. If that's the most important thing for you, then owning your own RV is the way to go. Otherwise, renting an RV is your best option.