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Is apfelkiste.ch legit?

64/ 100

Generally trustworthyLast checked 15 Sept 2026, 16:34
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Overview

The website apfelkiste.ch presents several positive indicators, including a long-standing domain, modern security practices, and verifiable company registration information. However, there are significant inconsistencies in the stated company identity and seller names across different pages, alongside the presence of placeholder content and high-pressure sales tactics. These elements suggest a need for careful consideration.

What should I do?

Before making a purchase, independently verify the operating company's identity and ensure all policy details are clear. Consider using payment methods that offer strong consumer protection, and if concerns persist, explore alternative retailers.

Why this score

  • Domain history

    12/15

  • Company identity

    16/20

  • Reputation

    9/20

  • Website consistency

    5/15

  • Offer plausibility

    Not scored

  • Technical & security

    12/15

Categories marked not scored never count against a site.

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Findings

Most serious first. Open a finding for the detail and its source.

  • Seller names differ across source pagesCompany identity · high confidence

    Seller names differ across fetched pages: SkySale Schweiz GmbH (https://www.apfelkiste.ch/impressum.html); Apfelkiste.ch (https://www.apfelkiste.ch/agb.html); Apfelkiste (https://www.apfelkiste.ch/informationen-datenschutzvorfall.html); Apfelkiste.ch (https://www.apfelkiste.ch/). These are website claims; consistency does not independently establish the operator's identity.

    Source: Fetched seller pages

  • High-pressure sales tacticsWebsite consistency · medium confidence

    The site uses aggressive urgency or scarcity patterns ("Nur für kurze Zeit"). Pressure tactics are used by legitimate shops too, but heavy use correlates with problematic sellers.

  • Placeholder content foundWebsite consistency · high confidence

    Unfinished placeholder content was found (iPhone 18 Pro). Finished, professional sites do not ship template text.

  • Mixed independent feedbackReputation · low confidence

    Independent mentions include some negative experiences (3 of 10 classified mentions). Individual complaints are normal; review them before larger purchases.

    Source: Web search

  • Company identity is inconsistentCompany identity · medium confidence

    2 unrelated legal company names appear across the website (SkySale Schweiz GmbH, apfelkiste.ch). Consistent businesses normally use one legal identity, though group structures can explain this.

  • Copyright owner differs from stated companyCompany identity · medium confidence

    The footer copyright names "apfelkiste.ch" while the legal pages name "SkySale Schweiz GmbH".

  • Essential policies presentWebsite consistency · high confidence

    The site provides the expected policy pages (terms, privacy, refund, shipping, imprint).

  • Long-standing domainDomain history · high confidence

    This domain has existed for 16 years. Long-lived domains carry substantially more accountability history.

    Source: RDAP

  • Valid HTTPS certificateTechnical & security · high confidence

    The site's connection is encrypted with a valid certificate issued by Google Trust Services.

  • Modern security headersTechnical & security · high confidence

    The site sets security headers (strict-transport-security) that indicate attention to security hygiene.

  • Email anti-spoofing configuredTechnical & security · medium confidence

    The domain publishes SPF/DMARC records, which help prevent email spoofing.

  • Complete company information publishedCompany identity · medium confidence

    The site publishes a legal company name (SkySale Schweiz GmbH), a physical address and contact details.

  • Company registration number publishedCompany identity · medium confidence

    The site publishes a company registration number (CHE-301.998.243).

  • Company registration verifiedCompany identity · high confidence

    The company was found in an official register: SkySale Schweiz GmbH, Baden (CHE-301.998.243). Source: Zefix (Swiss central business name index). This confirms a register entry, not that this website is operated by that company.

    Source: Zefix (Swiss central business name index)

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