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Find it nearby
See what's available from verified neighbours in your Kiez, all within an easy walk.
Coming to Berlin, Kiez by Kiez
The expensive thing you need once a year lives down the street.
Borrow tools, outdoor gear and useful things from verified neighbours nearby. Pay for the day, not for another thing in the cupboard.
Deposits held, not chargedID-verified neighboursAlways within walking distance
Be first in your Kiez.
Tell us what side of the doorstep you're on.
How it works
Useful things. Three simple steps.
No delivery vans. No storage unit. No fuss.
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The deposit is held, not charged
€200 held, not charged. It comes straight back when the item is returned.
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Return it, get released
Bring it back in the same condition. The hold is released and your neighbour gets paid.
Trust, made visible
Built on trust,
not fine print.
Everyone verifies their identity. Every handover is recorded. The deposit protects both sides without taking money out of your account.
ID checkedHandover recordedDeposit protected
A typical deposit
Held
€200
During your rental
Released
€200
Straight after return
No damage, no charge. That simple.
Questions, answered
The practical bits.
Nothing buried. If you still have a question, reply to our opening email.
Why a waitlist?
Borrow only works when useful things are close by. We open a Kiez once signups cluster tightly enough that neighbours can actually find what they need within walking distance.
What can I borrow?
Tools, projectors, camping gear, party equipment and other useful things your neighbours already own.
How are people verified?
Every member completes an identity check before they can borrow or lend.
What if something breaks?
We document pickup and return. If there is damage, the held deposit provides a clear way to make it right.
Do I need an app?
No. Borrow launches on the web and works from your phone or computer.
Your neighbour probably has one.
Join Berlin's hyperlocal borrowing network.