Now in beta · iOS & Android

Borrow what you need.
From people nearby.

The neighborhood marketplace for tools, electronics, and decor. Save money, reduce waste, and meet your neighbors — all from one beautifully simple app.

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Power Drill Kit
0.4 mi · Sarah
$8 /day
Available
Booking confirmed
Pickup tomorrow 9:00 AM from Marco's place

How it works

Four small steps.
A whole new way to own less.

01

Browse nearby

Discover thousands of items just blocks away — from drills to projectors to vintage decor.

02

Request & book

Pick your dates and send a secure booking request. Chat with the owner in-app.

03

Pickup & enjoy

Meet your neighbor, grab the item, and put it to good use. No shipping, no waiting.

04

Return & review

Drop it off when you're done and leave a kind review. Build your community rating.

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Everything you need —
without buying it.

From the one-time drill to the camera you’ll only use this weekend. Borrow it from a neighbor in minutes.

Community using the app

“I rented a projector for movie night. Picked it up two doors down. So much easier than buying one.”

— Maya, Brooklyn

Why Borrow Buddy

Built for trust.
Designed for neighbors.

Insured rentals

Every booking is covered by our Buddy Protection up to $5,000.

Verified neighbors

ID-verified members and community ratings keep things friendly.

Local & sustainable

Borrow nearby, waste less. Every rental keeps stuff out of landfills.

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