Based on analysis of research progresses in different scenarios and development stages of urban rainwater resources utilization, this study investigated advantages and disadvantages of different utilization methods and future development direction from the aspects of the direct and indirect utilizations of rainwater resources. Through a comparative analysis of rainwater management systems in China and oversea developed countries represented by the United States, this study evaluated and summarized the current research and development status of rainwater resources utilization in China, and discussed challenges and prospects of rainwater resources utilization. Suggestions are also presented for urban rainwater resources utilization at the present stage in China, including rational urban planning and layout, development of efficient materials and facilities, strengthening the publicity, and introduction of social capital.