20points · on 2 of 5 lists: Thailand Nomads and CleverThai
Pure Car Rent is a family-owned company whose quoted rates already include tax and insurance, so the price on the booking is the price paid. Cars are handed over spotless, with the terms, fuel policy and inspection explained upfront, and a car can be left at the airport for a small fee. Besides cars it rents jeeps and motorbikes and books island trips and theme park tickets.
“They were the earliest players in car renting in Phuket, established in 1975.”
a Google reviewer
“friendly reception and easy return process”
a Google reviewer
16points · on 2 of 5 lists: Thailand Nomads and Wander By Car
Every DRIVE rental includes collision damage cover and personal accident insurance in the daily rate. The fleet runs from small sedans such as the Nissan Almera to Toyota Fortuner SUVs, with Hyundai H1 vans for larger groups. Its 19 branches around Thailand include desks at Krabi, Samui and Chiang Mai airports, so the same company can supply a car for the next stop after Phuket.
“Great car at great price (even with full insurance added).”
a Google reviewer
“Pick up location was great and car straight outside door.”
a Google reviewer
16points · on 2 of 5 lists: Thailand Nomads and CleverThai
CTT is a small family business run by Maggie and Nathan, who handle every booking themselves over WhatsApp and can find a car at short notice. Its cars, many of them Toyota Yaris hatchbacks, come with built-in cameras and Apple CarPlay. Monthly rates and the security deposit are among the lowest on the island, and a six week booking can be charged at the monthly rate.
“they won't require you to leave your passport”
a Google reviewer
“known for its friendly owners and complimentary car pick-up and drop-off service”
a Google reviewer
- Tripadvisor
- 5.0 from 5 reviews
- Award
- Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice
Google ratings from Google on 3 October 2026. Quotes are from the published lists and reviews named beside each one.
Honorable mentions
Fourth, with 15 points from 3 lists.
“The most amazing thing about this company is that they don't require a deposit.”
a Google reviewer
Fifth, with 11 points from 3 lists.
“Always the best price, service and cars.”
a Google reviewer
The lists we counted
- Thailand Nomads · May 2024
- CleverThai · November 2024
- Wander By Car · September 2026
- Adventures with Carli · July 2026
- Phuket 101 · September 2026
How the points work
We read every independent published best-of list we can find for the question. Each list gives 10 points for first place, 9 for second, down to 1 for tenth, and 5 points to each place on a list with no order. Points are added up. A business must be in the top 10 of at least two lists to be ranked. Rankings are never sold. Full method.
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