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HiBid has a rating of 4.1 stars from 2,167 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with HiBid most frequently mention great experience, bidding process, and online auctions. HiBid ranks 3rd among Auction sites.

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Positive reviews (last 12 months): 76.2%
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Top Positive Review

“Shipping Clarification”

Kevin M.
9/25/24

After likely deleting my notice regarding items I won, I became worried that something had gone wrong. Upon calling and speaking with a very nice agent, I was quickly assured that my auction win had indeed been shipped slightly late. Sure enough it showed up in my mail the next day!

Top Critical Review

“Your website needs some work!”

Ron R.
10/10/24

In current bids it says the name of the auction NOT the Auction House. No location to down load a resale tax form ahead of time. A bidder can't change their credit card it's just one choice. The return policy needs addressed because a number of these auction houses don't verify what they are selling. AKA selling gold filled as gold! Other options of payment would be good Zell, PayPal etc.

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May 13th, 2024
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In the past I been overall satisfied with Hibid, I recently got new phone and number so I set up a new account and downloaded the app, I never used the app before. And honestly I not impressed really with it. I most of the time don't use it and go via website
The app glitches out and shuts down, especially when scrolling, the time is way off from the watch list to actual life time, that sucks especially when you are bidding on a few items at once and they are close together and getting bid up. Both these issues cost me some of tens I really wanted
Them you have the fact the app is missing so many features I use. Looking for an auction is next to impossible, as the map won't leg me narrow down Then looking for a product is a chore. If you want to look at an item you viewed and didn't put in watch list You have to scroll entitle page. On the web you' can skip via going to page xxx Then if you saved the item in watch. You can't go see items around it. Often items are sectioned together. So you have to scroll sometime forever to find it Via app. Web you can skip ahead in catalog at least but both need a look at next item on the watch item list Also search auctions by zip code needed for the app. Or by city.
Hi bid really needs to clampdown on those with outrageous postage fees. Lots of chatter online about this. I am surprised that auctions are still doing it., the the fact that a lot of auctions are unaware how to charge the correct sales tax. Or even know if they are a state that charge via destination or shipped from.
Well that's my thoughts. Cheers

Reason I chose this business:

Good selection. Easy.

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April 26th, 2024
Verified purchase

Bidding was fun and Pick up was very easy. However I attempted to contact the local ATX regarding one of the items. But I was unable to reach them by email. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.

Reason I chose this business:

Seems to be safe and secure and the platform is easy to use.

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June 17th, 2024
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Clear postings, lots of pictures, great variety. I can't think of a negative thing to say.

Reason I chose this business:

Learned about them from a local auction house and have found several more auctions in my area to bid on!

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April 25th, 2024
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April 5th action: Paid Receipt: Auction # 264 - Invoice # *******
Still not delivered to 2321 4th St. NE Washington DC *******.
Deliver my coins or refund my purchase expenses,, coins, shipping, all the bidders fees etc.

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April 15th, 2024

I've been played by two separate auction houses for around $40 each. I won, I paid, never received. Just completely ignored. I called one them over and over and left several messages. Nothing. These businesses should be able to be rated and kicked off the site for shoddy business practices. They get away with it - no discipline. Very annoying.

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April 28th, 2024
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This online auction was not the best experience.
At the end, it was very confusing if I had the high bid or not. Which made it equally confusing to know if I had one or not.
The communication between the auctioneer and the bidders Could have been better in my opinion.
I called the auctioneer and he was helpful.

Reason I chose this business:

Because I was interested in the items from the particular auction he had.

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May 15th, 2024
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They were closing many lot numbers at same time. If you were bidding on several lots, it was hard to keep up. Need to close one item at a time before going to next item.

Reason I chose this business:

Local auction in my area

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Ben C. – HiBid Rep

Hi Donna,

Thank you for your feedback. It's essential to be mindful when bidding, as our platform is set up to ensure all bidders have ample time to bid on all lots. If you encountered a specific issue with an auctioneer or auction lot item, please let us know. We're here to help resolve any issues you may have experienced.

Best regards,
The HiBid Team

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April 20th, 2024
Verified purchase

I look at it on a daily basis as I follow a few different accounts. I like using the app more than the website but if I get to many in the watch section mine always locks up. Wish there was a better platform for the app is all.

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June 20th, 2024
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A 1 day window is not enough when I live 2 hrs away. If I had known this I would not have bid.

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June 3rd, 2024
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I thought I bought four travel trailers because I was high bidder! I have not heard anything back until now

Reason I chose this business:

Found it online

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June 22nd, 2024
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The interface can be confusing. Once a sale is selected, the interface can switch to all sales.

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May 7th, 2024
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One item i got outbidded on, when the live bid started, I tried to raise my bid at the last minute, when I clicked live bid it changed pages and I couldn't find the item until it was over. I say do away with the live bid and let it continue till it's over.

Reason I chose this business:

Close auctions

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April 21st, 2024
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It was fine but I had like 6 or 7 guns i was bidding on and it went so fast I missed out on at least 3 guns,
Kind of disappointing. Especially when you add 3 minutes then it would stay up.
Try bidding on your phone guys! As i travel alot and do not always have access to my laptop.
Thanks Joel

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April 26th, 2024
Verified purchase

Not only do I work for a large auction house, but this was my first time using this platform. I use many auction houses. I have never been charged without an invoice presented to me. I have yet to receive a invoice but I have been charged. Can someone please supply me with an invoice?

I was told invoices were not processed yet, but that payment was.

Reason I chose this business:

We were looking into what this platform could provide. As someone who specializes in jewelry, luxury handbags, and rare coins; there were many things that caught my eye.

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May 16th, 2024
Verified purchase

I like that you can place a maximum bid and the program bids for you up to your maximum so you don't have to continue to bid each time you are outbid.

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April 25th, 2024
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I was first bidder on lot 781, less than 2 minutes till closing and before the time was updated the lot disappeared and I don't know if I won the lot or another bidder bid. Four hours later I still don't know the outcome!

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April 25th, 2024
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As a new person to this on line shopping estate sale it was a nice find. It is more convenient. I had a few things to figure out as a new person to this world, but now that it is figured out it's been so nice. I love it.

Reason I chose this business:

They seem to be in my neighborhood.

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June 1st, 2024
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Auction bidding went well and I'm pleased that the addition percentage was more reasonable that others well known platforms.

Reason I chose this business:

Saw the auction advertised in monthly antiques newspaper

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May 13th, 2024
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First time with this company. The setup of items was easy to view, and the process of bidding was simple as well. Definitely look forward to future auctions.

Reason I chose this business:

Recommended by family

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April 29th, 2024
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Auction companies can share reviews of the buyer with other auction companies throughout the Hibid platform. Therefore other auction companies can ban a buyer they choose without response/explanation from the buyer. The buyer, however, has no recourse with a bad auction company and can't leave reviews on Hibid. If you complain to the auction company, they ban you and leave a bad review even though it was their fault.

Reason I chose this business:

They have a monopoly in the auction business. I have not found any other platform that performs like Hibid. While they have a monopoly, it is a good auction platform, but is only as good as the auction companies that subscribe. I have no idea how to contact Hibid if I needed help.

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June 20th, 2024
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Lots of choices! Easy to narrow down your target. The auction houses really like help.

Was not sure what I was doing, they guided me through the process

Reason I chose this business:

I like the format

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June 20th, 2024
Verified purchase

Good selection of products and very responsive. Would definitely use them again.

Reason I chose this business:

A friend of mine is associated with HiBid.

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June 20th, 2024
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I've used this site many times. Always smooth bidding, and pick up method.

Reason I chose this business:

I knew the owner of items

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April 21st, 2024
Verified purchase

The site it self was well organized, easy to follow and informative. The only aspect that caused my score of 4 stars instead of 5 was the repeated occurrence of having to refresh the site. I came close to losing the item I was bidding on when my screen froze in the final minutes. Other than that A1.

Reason I chose this business:

Platform used by the auctioneer.

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June 15th, 2024
Verified purchase

I have not received the auctions that I won, which were a substantial amount of money

I haven't heard anything

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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 categories from the menu on the homepage. Featured and Hot auctions below the search bar show auctions currently trending on HiBid, and there’s a Top Picks For You section featuring items bidders might be especially interested in based on previous visits to the site.

Simplicity & Support For Auctioneers

To streamline the online auction process, HiBid.com was built from the ground up to work alongside Auction Flex 360, a full-service auction management solution. Auction Flex 360 provides auctioneers with clerking, cashiering, accounting, mailing list management, inventory management, multi-parcel bidding, and other features that help effectively run auctions. Auctioneers can specify auction details such as commission, seller tax, buyer premiums, and buyer tax. Auction Flex 360 staff also provide support before and after the sale to make the auction experience as smooth as possible for buyers and sellers alike.

Auctioneers, Get Started Today!

With the ability to sell just about anything and the flexibility to select the online auction format best for particular auction assets, HiBid.com is the most reliable way to reach more bidders around the world, generate more bids, and realize higher sold prices. Auctioneers can visit Auction Flex 360 to get started with a free trial.

Business History

HiBid is a robust online auction platform supporting multiple types of bidding for online-only and in-person auctions. HiBid is the integrated web service and bidding solution for Auction Flex 360, which is the leading auction software for live auctions. HiBid is unique in that it is both a private-label solution and a portal.

Auction Flex 360 includes cataloging, clerking, cashiering, accounting, mailing list management, inventory management, multi-parcel, and more. Auction Flex 360 also provides a seamless solution for auction companies to upload auctions to their websites and accept internet absentee bids, conduct internet-only auctions, or offer webcast live internet bidding.

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