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HiBid

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About HiBid

HiBid is the premier auction platform for selling a huge variety of items. Everything from real estate, cars, and fine jewelry to collectibles, sports memorabilia, and personal property is open for bidding on HiBid.com at any given time. Thousands of auction companies worldwide use HiBid to conduct live webcast, online-only, and absentee bidding auctions. With a wide range of items always available at auction, HiBid has something for everyone.

Ideal For Local & Online Auctions

HiBid supports multiple types of online bidding, giving auctioneers the options they need to host auctions large and small either in-person or online. This gives bidders from around the world immediate access to huge estate sales and liquidations they might not otherwise be able to attend, and the ability to place bids at their convenience from any location.

Auctions For Everyone

Bidders can find auctions and lots quickly by simply using the HiBid.com search bar or browsing the hundreds of ca...


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HiBid Reviews Summary

The company has established a reputation for providing a user-friendly online auction platform, with many customers appreciating the ease of bidding and tracking items. Positive feedback highlights the quality of products and efficient transaction processes. However, significant concerns arise regarding website performance, excessive shipping charges, and insufficient customer support, particularly in resolving issues related to missing items and unclear invoicing. Overall, while the platform is favored for its convenience and product variety, improvements in customer service responsiveness and transparency in seller charges are necessary to enhance the overall customer experience.

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California
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It was really fun I have won some good things. I have got emails about the shipping and the process. I have bids on many things including a pallet

Date of experience: December 24, 2024
Audriana B. — HiBid Rep
over a year old

Thank you so much for your five-star review! We appreciate your support and are thrilled that you’ve had a positive experience. If you have any shipping-related questions, we recommend reaching out directly to the seller for the most up-to-date information. However, if there’s anything else we can help with, please let us know—we’re always here to assist.

Ohio
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Everything was great
January 2, 2025

It was easy and great I will use it again and tell other how easy it was. The only thing bad was picking up items it was not very organized.

Date of experience: December 23, 2024
Audriana B. — HiBid Rep
over a year old

Thank you so much for the positive review and recommendation! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We’ll reach out to you privately to learn more about your pick-up experience with the seller, so we can continue to improve and offer the best possible service.

Thanks again for your support!

Kentucky
1 review
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Waiting auctioneer to review
January 2, 2025

I get a specified email to my email account to bid on someone's auctions they have displayed. I go in and look through the entire inventory and I finally decide I want to bid I get have to wait for auctioneer to approve. If they are going to send out emails that individual should be able to be bid on items. I would also like to know if they get reprimanded or negative action towards these auction houses

1.PRINCE AUCTIONS - LIVE AND ONLINE AUCTIONS
2. NICHOLASVILLE, KY AUCTION - SATURDAY DECEMBER 21,2024@ 7PM

Date of experience: December 22, 2024
Audriana B. — HiBid Rep
over a year old

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We understand how frustrating it can be to encounter delays or negative comments impacting your ability to bid. Some auctioneers require bids to go into a pending status for approval, which is completely normal, as each seller manages their auction independently.

We recommend reaching out directly to sellers you’ve worked with in the past, especially those you’ve had positive experiences with. If you’ve built a good rapport, they may be able to leave positive remarks to help offset any negative feedback.

We’re here if you have any additional questions or need further assistance.

Alaska
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The bids went through smoothly.
January 1, 2025

The pictures were very helpful and the descriptions were valid. Sometimes the remarks helped in a decision; such as: "item could not be verified to work" or "item turned on and appeared to work".

Date of experience: December 21, 2024
Audriana B. — HiBid Rep
over a year old

Thank you for the fantastic five-star review! We’re so glad to hear that your bidding experience went smoothly and that the pictures, descriptions, and remarks provided by the sellers were helpful in your decision-making. Accurate and detailed listings are a big part of what makes HiBid great, and it’s awesome to hear they made a difference for you. If there’s ever anything else we can do to assist, feel free to reach out!

Colorado
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When it has reserve not met, you have no idea of how far away you are. If they are afraid of not getting any bids by having a minimum bid, well then, your reserve is too high. If is awfully up setting when it says your winning and the auction ends without any clue if they will accept your bid, or you just wasted your time bidding on it. Do away with reserve bidding, it would sure make your customers much happier. And I wasn't the only one picking up that felt this way either.

Date of experience: December 21, 2024
Audriana B. — HiBid Rep
over a year old

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We understand your frustration with reserve bidding and how it can feel unclear at times. To clarify, reserves are set by the sellers, and in many cases, they work with consignors who require reserves to protect their items.

That said, not all sellers use reserve bidding—many opt for auctions with minimum bids or no reserves at all. We encourage you to explore different auctions on HiBid, as you may find companies whose bidding structures better align with your preferences.

We appreciate your input and hope you continue to find treasures through HiBid. If you have any questions or need assistance, we’re here to help!

Kentucky
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Great option for auction lovers!
December 31, 2024

I use the site often. I collect several specific items and recently remodeled my home. I love to find items in local online auctions for decor.

Date of experience: December 21, 2024
Audriana B. — HiBid Rep
over a year old

Thank you for your amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear that HiBid has been a great option for your auctions and that you’re finding unique items for your collection and home decor. It’s wonderful that our platform is helping you discover local treasures to complement your recent remodel. If there’s ever anything we can assist you with, don’t hesitate to reach out. Happy bidding and decorating!

Indiana
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No delivery
December 31, 2024

I ordered almost $500 worth of silver coins. I received an invoice that showed paid in full.
I have not received an email with a tracking number, the items have not been delivered. I called the number on the invoice and left a VM, but no one has called me back I also emailed and no one responded

Date of experience: December 21, 2024
Audriana B. — HiBid Rep
over a year old

Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We’re sorry to hear about the difficulties you’ve encountered with receiving your items and contacting the seller. To help resolve this for you, we’re sending you a private message to gather more details and assist you further.

Thank you for your patience, and we’ll do our best to help get this sorted out.

Wisconsin
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Off line
December 31, 2024

It was fine except it kicked me off trying to bid and lost the bid and item.

Date of experience: December 20, 2024
Audriana B. — HiBid Rep
over a year old

Thank you for sharing your feedback, and we’re sorry to hear about your experience. Being kicked offline during bidding is frustrating, especially when it leads to missing out on an item. We recommend checking your internet connection and ensuring your device is updated to avoid future issues. If the problem persists, please reach out to our support team, and we’d be happy to assist.

We appreciate your patience and hope your next bidding experience goes smoothly!

Illinois
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Worst app on the planet
December 30, 2024

The app (on my Samsung Galaxy S23) is the worst I have EVER used, and I have used a lot. Crashes about 40% of the times that it gets launched. Sometimes right at launch, other times just out of the blue. Forces me to log in (again) when trying to bid. Gets slower and slower the more items I look at, until it freezes. Wow.
Also, you HIDE the seller fees, so I can't keep them straight, so crooks like "Rusty by Design *******304 (TX)" who have EXORBITANT SELLER FEES AND SHIPPING RATES can take advantage of us. You also have no seller ratings, making it even easier for them to rape us. We are forced to go to reddit to read about sellers, and who is shill bidding. Your app should include rating and fee icons as part of the lot, right above the bid button - but you don't care about the buyer.
I am a software engineer and product manager - this is not rocket science. I am about to leave this platform.

Date of experience: December 20, 2024
Audriana B. — HiBid Rep
over a year old

Thank you for your detailed feedback and for sharing your concerns. We’re sorry to hear about your frustrating experience with the app. Please know that we’re actively working on improving the app to make it more reliable and user-friendly. In the meantime, browsing and bidding from a mobile web browser often works more efficiently.

As for seller fees and practices, it’s important to note that our sellers operate independently and set their own fees and policies. While this allows for a diverse range of auctions, we understand your concerns. In the long run, sellers with poor service or exorbitant fees will likely lose customers, as buyers naturally gravitate toward better experiences.

Your suggestion for a two-way rating system is a fantastic idea, and we appreciate you sharing it. Transparency and accountability are priorities for us, and ideas like yours help us work toward enhancing the experience for everyone.

We value your input and hope you’ll give us the opportunity to make the improvements you’re looking for.

Indiana
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Dont make a mistake.
December 30, 2024

I forgot to check the shipping box. No worries I thought. I will just fix it at check out. NOPE! Now I am making a 6 hour round trip drive today.

Date of experience: December 20, 2024
Audriana B. — HiBid Rep
over a year old

We’re sorry to hear about your experience. We understand how frustrating it can be to miss the shipping option and have to make a long trip. Please remember that you can always reach out to the seller directly for assistance in the future. We appreciate your feedback and hope your next experience with HiBid is much smoother!

Tennessee
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Unexpected
December 30, 2024

I was very pleased with the bid price/purchase. I was very disappointed in the shipping process. After contacting customer service, my shipping was processed but it was very confusing. I received two invoices for shipping. One for $80+ and one for $46+ both seemed high for the one office chair I bought and I hope I paid the right one.

Date of experience: December 20, 2024
Audriana B. — HiBid Rep
over a year old

Thank you for sharing your experience and for your honest feedback. We’re glad to hear the issue was resolved quickly, but we understand how confusing the shipping process must have been. Please note that the seller is responsible for shipping the item, including setting the rates and handling the process.

If you encounter any issues or need further clarification, don’t hesitate to let us know—we’d be happy to mediate and assist in resolving any concerns.

Ohio
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Fantastic customer service. Products are as described. Great quality for a fraction of retail prices.

Date of experience: December 19, 2024
Audriana B. — HiBid Rep
over a year old

Hi Marc, we really appreciate your positive feedback! It’s great to hear that you’ve found both our service and product quality to meet your expectations. We strive to provide a fair, friendly, and efficient experience for all bidders and sellers. Thank you for choosing HiBid, and we look forward to continuing to serve you!

Canada
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Worked ok
December 30, 2024

I had a hard time connecting when the auction went live. Other than that it was a satisfactory experience.

Date of experience: December 19, 2024
Audriana B. — HiBid Rep
over a year old

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry you had trouble connecting when the auction started. We’re constantly working to improve our platform’s reliability, and we appreciate your patience. We’re glad that overall, you had a satisfactory experience, and we hope to make it even smoother next time!

Utah
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Great auction site
December 30, 2024

Platform functions well, pick up is always smooth, I wish the descriptions had more details

Date of experience: December 19, 2024
Audriana B. — HiBid Rep
over a year old

Thanks for the positive feedback! We’re glad to hear the platform and pick-up process have met your expectations. Since individual sellers provide their own listings, we’ll encourage them to include more detailed descriptions. We appreciate your input, and we look forward to helping you find great auctions in the future!

New York
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Easy to Use and Fair to All Bidders
December 30, 2024

I love how the clock resets when an item is close to closing so that other bidders still have a chance.

Date of experience: December 18, 2024
Audriana B. — HiBid Rep
over a year old

We’re glad you appreciate the fairness built into our platform! Ensuring all bidders have a fair chance is a top priority, and we’re thrilled it enhances your experience. Thanks for your support, and we look forward to helping you find more great deals!

Canada
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I bid on liquidation items on Dec 17. I have not received an invoice or request for payment. I called the number no one answers and I don't know how to arrange delivery or even have confirmation 24hours later. I got an email saying thanks for bidding and we sent the invoice which I still don't have. They did not respond to my request for delivery option either?

Date of experience: December 17, 2024
Audriana B. — HiBid Rep
over a year old

Thank you, Paul, for bringing this to our attention. We’re sorry to hear about the trouble you’ve had following the auction. We’ll send you a private message shortly to gather more details about the auction, so we can assist you in resolving this issue. Thank you for your patience, and we’re here to help!

Utah
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There needs to be a way to keep track of what was won during the bidding process.

Date of experience: December 18, 2024
Audriana B. — HiBid Rep
over a year old

Thank you, Kevin, for your feedback. We understand how important it is to easily track your wins. While HiBid does provide a "Winning" section to review items you've been bidding on, we’re always looking for ways to improve the user experience. Your suggestion has been noted, and we’ll pass it along to our team for consideration.

If you have any questions in the meantime, feel free to reach out to our support team. We appreciate your input and hope your future experiences are even better!

Texas
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Felt Like A Scam
December 28, 2024

Kind of frustrated because it showed I won the bid at $110 which was 6 min no one else bid up but was "paused" and then they said oh there was a glitch so we reset it for another hour which ended up costing me more on the item ended up winning it at $190 which seems a little sketch. Feels like they thought the bid was too low because the item is worth over $1000

Date of experience: December 17, 2024
Audriana B. — HiBid Rep
over a year old

Thank you, Paulyoon, for sharing your experience with us. We understand how this situation could feel frustrating, and we appreciate you bringing it to our attention.

Occasionally, sellers may need to pause an auction due to unforeseen circumstances, such as a local internet outage or technical issues, to ensure fairness for all participants. We understand how this can impact your experience, and we’ll continue to work closely with sellers to minimize disruptions and maintain transparency.

Your feedback is important to us, and we’ll share it with the relevant team to help improve the process. If you have further concerns or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our support team. Thank you for using HiBid, and we hope your future experiences are smoother!

Wisconsin
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Rules are clear, bidding process easy and fair, software great

Date of experience: December 17, 2024
Audriana B. — HiBid Rep
over a year old

Thank you, Wayne, for your positive feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you’ve had an outstanding experience with HiBid and that you find our rules, bidding process, and software to be user-friendly and fair.

Regarding your address update, you can easily make changes by logging into HiBid, clicking on your name at the top left corner, and navigating to "Account Info." If you need any further assistance, feel free to reach out—we’re here to help. Happy bidding, and we look forward to serving you in more auctions!

Canada
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Except for one auctioneer my experience has been very positive and I had friendly and courteous and professional service

Date of experience: December 17, 2024
Audriana B. — HiBid Rep
over a year old

Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so glad to hear that the majority of your interactions with auctioneers on HiBid have been positive and that you’ve received friendly, courteous, and professional service.

We’re sorry to hear about your experience with one auctioneer that didn’t meet expectations. If you’d like to share more details, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us directly. Your feedback is important in helping us maintain a high standard of quality across all auctions.

Thank you for being a valued part of the HiBid community—happy bidding!