Rent & Return · IoT Smart Locker System

Rent & Return

Smart storage × rental × return IoT cabinet system

One cabinet, three uses: storage, rental and return all covered.

3-in-1
Storage · rental · return in one cabinet
24H
Unattended self-service, your phone is the key
AI + weight
Auto-detects missing or swapped items on return
Multiple payments
Credit card · LINE Pay
Overview · Product brief
Built and operated in-house by OTSM
Last updated 2026-09-04

Rent & Return is an IoT smart cabinet system that combines self-service storage, equipment rental and automatic returns. Users operate by QR code and pay by credit card, LINE Pay and more; AI vision and weight sensors check returned items automatically, and a real-time cloud console makes site management fully digital and unattended.

Pain points · What happens every day

If any of these situations has you stuck, Rent & Return was built for it.

Cash coin lockers never reconcile

Coin boxes are counted by hand, there are no revenue reports, and nobody knows about faults or overdue items.

Equipment lending runs on paper records

Who borrowed what, when they took it and when it came back: paper records are unsearchable and accountability is never clear.

Missing or swapped items found too late

One bat short, a projector cable gone, and only the next user notices, with no way to trace anyone.

Someone has to be on site

Venues, libraries and shared spaces all need staff at the counter, so labour costs stay high.

Features · Six core capabilities

Every feature was shaped by a real user pain point.

24H self-service storage

No staff on site: scan the QR code to open a locker. Your phone is the key, with self-service access around the clock.

Equipment rental management

An automated rental flow records pickup time, return time and user details, tracking everything digitally.

Automatic return checks

AI vision plus weight sensors judge automatically whether returned items are correct and complete, preventing swaps and missing parts.

Verified identity

Users complete identity verification with a credit guarantee, effectively preventing loss and deliberate damage.

Automatic overdue charges

Overdue fees are calculated and charged automatically, and the deposit mechanism ensures equipment comes back safely.

Cloud console monitoring

See the status of every locker in real time, read revenue reports at a glance, and manage remotely with fault alerts.

How it works · The process

Four steps from start to running.

  1. STEP 1
    Scan and verify

    The user scans the cabinet QR code and completes identity verification and credit guarantee.

  2. STEP 2
    Choose a locker and pay

    Pick a storage or rental item; the locker door opens automatically after credit card or LINE Pay payment.

  3. STEP 3
    In-use tracking

    Checkout time, user and locker status sync to the cloud console in real time.

  4. STEP 4
    Automatic return check

    Put the item back and AI vision plus weight sensing check it; overdue fees are charged and deposits refunded automatically.

Use cases · Who it fits

Not sure it fits you? Start with these scenarios.

Baseball and softball venues

Rental and storage for bats, gloves, helmets and other training gear. No staff needed on site: players scan a QR code to self-serve, and returns are checked automatically.

Campuses and libraries

Student lockers, lab equipment loans and library item management. Real-name verification plus automatic return checks sharply cut losses and admin workload.

Malls and event venues

Short-term storage for shoppers and equipment rental at exhibitions. Multiple payment options keep it effortless for consumers, and organizers track gear in and out with ease.

Enterprises and shared spaces

Shared management of projectors, test equipment and other common gear, plus supplies for coworking spaces. Usage records are tracked automatically, so accountability is clear.

Compare · Traditional approach vs Rent & Return

Why replace the traditional approach.

Comparison itemTraditional lockers / manualRent & Return
ManagementManual / coin-operatedFully automated cloud management
Rental / storage flowOn-site desk / paper sign-inQR code self-service
Return checkManual count / noneAI vision + weight sensing
SecurityKeys / paper codesReal-name + face recognition + digital access
PaymentCashCredit card / LINE Pay / multi-payment
Operating costHigh (staff + equipment upkeep + loss risk)Low (unmanned + auto-charge + AI check)
FAQ · Common questions

The questions we hear most about Rent & Return.

Another question? Leave a message at the foot of the page; we reply within one business day.

How is Rent & Return different from an ordinary locker?

An ordinary locker only stores things and takes coins or keys. Rent & Return handles storage, rental and returns in one cabinet: users scan a QR code to self-serve, AI vision and weight sensing check returned items automatically, and a cloud console shows revenue and locker status.

Do we need someone on site?

No. It is 24-hour unmanned self-service. Real-name verification and credit guarantees deter loss and wilful damage, overdue fees are charged automatically, and anomalies push alerts to the console.

Which payment methods are supported?

Credit card, LINE Pay and other options. Deposits and overdue fees are calculated and refunded or charged automatically. No cash.

How do we roll it out? How is it priced?

Pricing follows the site's locker count, cabinet spec and whether the AI check module is needed, covering hardware, software and the cloud console. Describe your site in the form below and we will arrange an on-site assessment.

Contact · Talk to us

Want to know more about Rent & Return?

Leave your requirements and book a free 30-minute consultation handled directly by an engineer. Integration with an existing ERP, POS or LINE Official Account can be discussed too.

Company address
Eighth floor unit five, No. 262 Henan Rd. Sec. Two, Xitun Dist., Taichung

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