How a simple rental saved Sofia’s work and her Lisbon experience
Real case from a Digital Nomad
How a simple rental saved Sofia’s work - and her Lisbon experience
When Tech Fails abroad, what do you do?
Let’s set the scene: Sofia, a software developer from Berlin, lands in Lisbon for a month of remote work and sunshine. She’s excited, energized, and ready to dive into projects for her clients back home. But on her second morning, disaster strikes, her MacBook refuses to turn on.
She tries everything: resets, frantic Googling, even a prayer or two. Nothing works. Panic sets in. She’s got deadlines, video calls, and a whole trip riding on her laptop working.
The usual solutions? Not great.
Sofia checks out local repair shops. The quotes are steep, and the wait times are a week or more. Buying a new laptop? Out of the question for a month-long stay. Borrowing from friends? She doesn’t know anyone in Lisbon yet.
That’s when she searches “laptop rental Lisbon” and stumbles onto Oxigen.
Enter Oxigen: fast, friendly, and with no deposit
Within five minutes, Sofia’s booked a MacBook Air M1 online. The process is straightforward - no deposit, no hidden fees, just a clear price and a promise: delivery within 24 hours anywhere in Lisbon.
She’s skeptical, but the next day, she hears a knock at her Airbnb. There’s her rental MacBook, clean and ready to go. She logs in, sets up her workspace, and is back to work before her clients even notice she had a hiccup.
What Sofia says
“Oxigen literally saved my Lisbon trip. I didn’t expect such fast delivery or such kind support. Everything was simple - no deposit, no stress, just the tech I needed when I needed it.”
She wraps up her projects, explores Lisbon on weekends, and returns the laptop with a scheduled pickup before heading home. No drama, no extra fees, just smooth sailing.
Other real stories: not just for work emergencies
Rainy Day Gamers: A couple visiting Lisbon for sure don't take their gaming console. A PS5 from Oxigen turns a rainy week into a fun stay-in vacation. Trust us, we saved rainy days many times!
Startup Hackathon: An international team needs three extra laptops for a last-minute hackathon. Oxigen delivers to their coworking space - everyone’s ready to code by morning.
Why travelers and digital nomads choose Oxigen?
Delivery in 24-48 Hours: Airbnb, hotel, or coworking - your tech comes to you
No Deposit or Hidden Fees: What you see is what you pay
Flexible Rental Plans: Pay-as-you-go, weekly, or monthly - whatever fits your trip
Seamless Online Booking: Reserve your gear in minutes
Responsive Support: WhatsApp, email - just write us,
Eco-Friendly: Renting keeps devices in use and reduces e-waste.
Why renting tech in Lisbon just makes sense?
Travel Lighter: Don’t risk your own gear in transit
Stay Productive: Never miss a deadline or a game night
Save Money: Only pay for what you need, when you need it
No Surprises: Transparent pricing and easy returns
Support Local & Sustainable: Oxigen is Lisbon-based and committed to greener tech habits
How to Rent Tech with Oxigen?
Browse our inventory: Laptops, PS5s, monitors, projectors, and more
Book online: Choose your device and rental period - just a few clicks
Get delivery: We’ll bring your gear to you, anywhere in Lisbon, within 24-48 hours
Easy returns: Schedule a pickup when you’re done - no hassle.
Popular rentals:
MacBook Air M1 (8GB/256GB) from €69.3/month
Lenovo IdeaPad (8GB/512GB) from €56.3/month
PS5 (with accessories) from €38.9/month
Xiaomi monitors from €19.9/month
Projectors, guitars, digital pianos, and more
Ready to Make Your Trip Smoother?
Tech problems don’t have to ruin your Lisbon adventure. Whether you’re here for work, play, or both, Oxigen’s fast, flexible rental service keeps you connected and stress-free. Check out our current inventory and reserve your gear before you arrive.
Published August 8, 2025
Max
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