: Always research the organizer's history. Established designers like ai03 or Zambumon are generally considered more trustworthy.
Participating in a group buy is a "buy-at-your-own-risk" (caveat emptor) endeavor. geekhack group buys
: Be prepared for significant delays. Complexity, material shortages, and shipping issues often push delivery dates beyond original estimates. : Always research the organizer's history
How do I trust a geekhack group buy? : r/MechanicalKeyboards : Be prepared for significant delays
For those who prefer immediate delivery, consider in-stock options from vendors like KeebsForAll or Drop (though note that Drop is winding down operations as of late March 2026).
: Geekhack is a forum, not a store; the site management is not responsible if a group buy organizer fails to deliver.
: Once the MOQ is met, the vendor places the order. Production can take anywhere from 6 months to over a year .