Considering a draft beer rental for your event? A keg tap, jockey box, and kegerator, are all popular for dispensing draft beer. Each has its own pros and cons for event use. Below is a comparison. 

Keg Tap Rental Pros & Cons

Pros

1. Economical: Keg pump rentals are the most economical way to draw your draft. 
2. Easy To Setup: The pump attaches directly to the keg tap. 
3. Portable Beer Tap Rental: Unlike a beer keg rental, this is lightweight and easy to transport piece of equipment!

Cons

1. Shorter Shelf Life: With this dispensing method, the beer should be consumed within a few hours. Air entering the keg can cause bacteria to grow, spoiling the beer in 12 hours. This shelf life may not last until the end of your rental period. 
2. Manual Labour:  The hand-operated pump is the pressure source that forces the beer out of the keg. For events with larger guest counts this becomes impractical. 
3. Separate Cooling: This solution requires a separate keg cooler rental and ice to keep the draft beer cold. Without proper cooling at 2–3° C, there will be too much foam.

Jockey Box Rental Pros & Cons

Pros

1. Portable: Jockey boxes are easily transportable and perfect for outdoor gatherings such as picnics, celebrations, or festivals.
2. Easy To Transport: Typically designed to be small and lightweight, they are convenient for transportation.
3. Quick Cooling: Jockey boxes cool beer quickly. They do this by passing the beer through a coil or plate. This coil or plate is surrounded by ice. This method ensures a refreshing drink.
4. No Electricity Required: Fancy that cold beer for your guests, but don’t have access to electricity? No problem. A keg jockey box rental solves that problem for you!

Cons

1. Frequent Ice Refills: Jockey boxes need ice or a refrigerant to keep the beer cold. So, you must refill the ice often. This can be a hassle, particularly during extended events or parties.

Beer Kegerator Rental Pros & Cons

Pros

1. Temperature Control: Kegerators usually feature precise temperature settings, enabling you to keep your beer at the ideal serving temperature.
2. Built In Keg Cooling: Kegerators typically feature integrated keg storage, removing the necessity for extra coolers or ice.

Cons

1. Limited portability: Unlike jockey boxes, kegerators are stationary appliances that are difficult to move around. 

In the end, choosing between a keg pump, jockey box, or kegerator depends on your needs, budget, and how you plan to use it. Each beer dispenser rental option has its own benefits and drawbacks. It is important to consider factors like mobility, storage capacity, temperature control, and costs. This will help you make the best choice for your event.

Whether you are looking for beer tubs for rent, or a beer cooler rental we have you covered. 

We provide party rental services in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and the following cities in Ontario:

• Ajax
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