The lowest advertised monthly number may apply only to the first month, a long prepayment, or one available unit. To compare fairly, choose a rental period and calculate every known mandatory non-refundable charge over that period.
What belongs in total cost?
| Item | Treatment in comparison |
|---|---|
| Rent after published discounts | Included across the selected rental period |
| Mandatory admin, lock, card or insurance fee | Included when the amount is known |
| Required collection or final delivery | Included when known; otherwise marked quote-only |
| Refundable deposit | Shown as upfront cash, not permanent cost |
| Optional transport or packing | Shown separately unless required |
A worked comparison
Suppose Facility A charges HK$800 per month plus a mandatory HK$300 lock/card fee, while Facility B charges HK$850 with no mandatory fee. Over three months, A costs HK$2,700, or HK$900 effective per month; B costs HK$2,550, or HK$850 effective per month. The lower headline rent is not the lower three-month cost.
Questions to ask before paying
- Is the quoted unit available now, and what are its internal dimensions?
- When does the promotional price end, and what is the regular renewal rate?
- Which charges are mandatory, refundable, optional or quote-only?
- What notice, minimum term and early-exit terms apply?
- For door-to-door storage, what does each later retrieval or redelivery cost?
Frequently asked questions
Is a refundable deposit part of total cost?
It affects cash needed upfront but is not a permanent cost if fully refundable, so DealSifu displays it separately.
How are free months compared?
A published free-month discount is spread across the selected rental period when eligibility and term are clear. Incomplete conditions are flagged.