Top 10 KakoBuy Mistakes Beginners Make — And How to Avoid Them (2026)
Mistake #1: Skipping the Spreadsheet
The #1 mistake is browsing without a plan. Without a spreadsheet, you will lose track of what you are considering, forget size targets, and have no idea what your shipping will cost. Build the spreadsheet first.
Mistakes #2-5: The QC and Sizing Errors
Not requesting specific QC photos, accepting blurry warehouse shots, trusting listed sizes without measurement verification, and treating all categories with the same QC lens. Use our category guides for tailored checklists.
Mistakes #6-10: The Shipping and Budget Blunders
Not estimating weight before ordering, ignoring volumetric weight for bulky items, forgetting to remove shoeboxes, not checking coupon availability, and failing to track everything in one place. Each of these mistakes has a simple fix.
Frequently Asked Questions
Not estimating shipping weight before ordering. Users who skip the weight column in their spreadsheet are consistently shocked by international shipping costs.
Never trust listed letter sizes. Always request measurement photos with a ruler. Always compare against your target measurements in centimeters.