Geek app - serious? That is behind the shopping app
If you have downloaded the Geek app, your doubts about the reliability of the provider are entirely justified. We'll show you what's really behind the app and whether you should order from the supposed bargain app.
How serious is the geek app? Bargains from the Far East
- In the Geek app you can find supposed technology bargains at very reasonable prices. It is a kind of tele-shopping in app format.
- Customers are tempted to make a quick purchase with countdowns, but they are usually inferior goods from China. According to the app, shipping takes around 30 days.
- Payment is made via Sofortüberweisung and [//praxistipps.chip.de/wie-funktioniert-klarna-einfach-und-verstaendlich-erklaert_41066|Klarna]]. Even if these are reputable payment service providers, we do not recommend purchasing them via the Geek app. Because there is no real guarantee of delivery and quality.
Geek app: can I shop safely there?
- Delivery: Since most of the goods are shipped from China, the transport can take several weeks and the goods do not always arrive. With Klarna you can pay on account, but within 14 days after purchase - not after receipt. So you often have to check if the goods arrive later.
- Customs: In the past, the geek app also offered batons and brass knuckles. You can even negotiate problems with German customs here. The import of such goods is prohibited.
- Prices and quality: You should not trust the advertised discounts. Cheap China items are often quoted with an original price of 200 euros and are only offered for 10 euros. If you search for the items on eBay, you will often find cheaper and more serious offers from Germany and other European countries.
- Data protection: The app requires an incredible amount of data from you and wants to advertise on your behalf on Facebook and Google Plus. Another reason not to use the Geek app.
- Conclusion: If you don't care about the quality of the cheap products and you want to accept a loss of a few euros for accessories and gadgets, you can use the Geek app. But be aware that there is no guarantee of delivery, quality and the further use of your data.
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