I have supported several kickstarters, and been very happy.
I'm sure there are various people chasing your money, but due diligence usually provides some clues.
I supported Erik for his Digispark (along with the two others following).
Unlike some of theses others he did have working prototypes and a forum before launching, and despite being over subscribed by 6264 % Erik was in constant communication ... especially after the over subscription meant he had to find some way of both manufacturing for the volumes, plus the distribution ... and these were customised orders of parts to go with the item.
Last year I backed a RPi touch screen, and while he finally delivered (with no apologies or explanation why), the communication was poor, and delivery late.
As others have said, you have to look at your investment as just that ... there is no guarantee the goods will arrive, but there are good KS out there.
Based on things you said and reviewing his forum, I back Erik's latest project. I did not back the $9 dollar computer because they seem just too ingenious about the facts.
Based on things you said and reviewing his forum, I back Erik's latest project. I did not back the $9 dollar computer because they seem just too ingenious about the facts.
