This is interesting, as I've had the exact opposite experience. I've bought more than a few EA games, and in every case I got something out of the deal, usually followed by finished product. (Although the quality of that finished product can be questionable)

Kickstarter on the other hand seems to deliver an EA game, which then has the same risks as a normal EA title. Often times you've just thrown away some cash without even a demo to show for it.