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.
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.
This summary is generated by AI, based on text from customer reviews
Bidding on items is easy, u receive updates on the items u bid.
Ted, Thank you for the 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear that you find bidding on items easy and that our updates are helpful. We appreciate your choice to use our platform for its products, cost-effectiveness, and easy transactions. If you ever have more insights to share or if you need assistance, feel free to reach out. We're here to ensure your experiences with us remain straightforward and satisfying. Happy bidding!
Ok rather not to go all day watching before your lot comes if had your lots only
Thank you for sharing your feedback, Frank. We understand your desire for a more streamlined experience. While we can't control the timing of specific lots, we appreciate your input. If you have more insights or questions, please don't hesitate to reach out. We're here to enhance your experience and ensure your time with us is well-spent. We value your support!
Everyone makes it so enjoyable. From the bidding to the pickup. I love it.
Mary, thank you for the 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear that you've had a great buying experience with our online auctions. It's wonderful that you find every step enjoyable, from bidding to pickup. Your support is appreciated, and we're here to keep making your experiences enjoyable. If you ever have more insights to share or need assistance, don't hesitate to reach out. We're glad our platform caught your attention and we're committed to keeping your experience with us exceptional!
Was great and very easy to navigate the only thing that I didn 't like on my phone the bidding button and the red X to remove item is so close together it is too easy to hit the X when trying to bid when items are closing
Thank you for the 5-star review, Gregg! We're pleased to hear that you found our platform easy to use and navigate. Your feedback about the bidding button and the X close button on your phone is valuable, and we appreciate your insights. We're here to ensure your experiences remain user-friendly and enjoyable. If you have any more thoughts to share or need assistance, feel free to reach out. We're glad our items caught your interest, and we're committed to improving your experience with us. Happy Bidding!
Out of all the auctions I've bid on and won over the years I've never had an issue bidding on the platform. I did have a terrible experience with one auction company, which I realize is not Hibid's fault. However it is frustrating as a customer to not be able to leave feedback on an auction company when they have the ability to leave feedback on the customer.
Emily, thank you for the 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear that you've had a 99% success rate with our platform. We're glad you find navigating and searching on HiBid easy. We apologize for the frustrating experience you had with a specific auctioneer; while we can't control external mechanisms, we're always here to support you. If you ever need more assistance or have insights to share, please don't hesitate to reach out. We're here to ensure your experiences with us remain successful and satisfying!
Have seen on other HiBid auctions and was satisfied with the way there were run. Notification is paramount and this was done effectively.
Richard, thank you for the 5-star review! We're delighted to hear that your bidding experience was easy and that the auction went smoothly. We appreciate your positive feedback about our platform's performance. Your mention of effective notifications is valuable, and we're glad to provide that for you. If you ever have more insights to share or if you need assistance, feel free to reach out. We're here to ensure your experiences remain seamless and satisfying!
I really like humid.
Easy to bid on items
Sends reminder if you bid early
Jennifer, Thank you for the 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear that you consider us the best auction site. It's great that you find our platform easy to use for bidding and appreciate the bid reminders. We're glad you found us while searching for estate sales. If you ever have more thoughts to share or if you need assistance, don't hesitate to reach out. We're here to ensure your experiences with us remain excellent and rewarding!
Pretty okay experience with a company out of NC.
No real complaints
Christopher, thank you for the 5-star review! We're glad to hear that you had a pretty okay experience with us. Your feedback is valuable, and we're here to keep improving. If you have any more insights to share or if you need assistance, don't hesitate to reach out. We appreciate your support and are committed to ensuring your experiences remain positive and satisfying!
I have participated in several online auctions through HiBid. Nothing could be easier! Simply register and you are good to go. Win auctions from the comfort of your living room! I have added to my collections of carnival glass, pottery, artwork, furniture. Whatever you are interested in, you can find it on HiBid.
Thank you for the 5-star review, Chris! We're thrilled to hear that you've found HiBid a convenient way to discover treasures online. It's wonderful that you've been able to expand your collections through our platform. We're glad to offer auctions that align with your interests. Also, it's great that our local options work well for you in north Louisiana. If you ever have more treasures to find or questions to ask, please feel free to reach out. We're here to ensure your experiences remain rewarding and convenient!
It is not difficult at all to bid, follow up on your bid, or increase your bid. They keep you well informed every step of the way.
Brenda, thank you for the 5-star review! We're delighted to hear that you find HiBid a user-friendly platform for bidding and follow-up. It's great that our notifications and updates are helpful throughout the process. We're glad to have been the source of information for auctions that interest you. If you ever have more insights to share or if you need assistance, don't hesitate to reach out. We're here to keep making your bidding experiences easy and well-informed!
First time bidding. At the end of the auction, I was interested in several items. Watch the bids was easy, and bidding was even easier.
Ellen, thank you for the 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear that your first bidding experience on HiBid went smoothly. It's great to know that you found our platform easy to use, from watching bids to placing your own. We appreciate your choice to use our platform for auctions. If you ever have more experiences to share or if you need assistance, feel free to reach out. We're here to ensure your experiences remain easy and enjoyable. Happy bidding!
Straight forward and easy to use.
Sign on and participating for the coin auction worked well.
Michael, thank you for the 5-star review! We're pleased to hear that you find our platform straightforward and easy to use for bidding. We're glad the sign-on and participation process for the coin auction went smoothly. Your feedback is appreciated, and we're honored to be your choice for auctions. If you ever have more thoughts to share or if you need assistance, don't hesitate to reach out. We're here to ensure your experiences remain user-friendly and satisfying!
Take your time read the notes look at the pictures enlarge so you can see, and you will be happy with your bid.
Shirley, thank you for the 5-star review! Your advice to take time, read the notes, and examine the pictures is valuable. We're glad you found success with this approach. We appreciate your daughter's recommendation and your decision to give us a try. If you ever need more tips or assistance, feel free to reach out. We're here to ensure your experiences remain satisfying and successful. Happy bidding!
All went well, nice job and very happy with product.
Tad, thank you for the 5-star review! We're delighted to hear that everything went well and that you're happy with the product. We appreciate your continued support as a returning customer. If you ever need anything else or have questions, don't hesitate to reach out. We're here to ensure your experiences remain positive and satisfying!
Great auctions. It is a challenge and also fun to bid on items that I find interesting and different.
Thank you for the 5-star review, Kendrick! We're glad you enjoy our auctions. If you have any more feedback or need assistance, feel free to reach out. We're here to keep providing you with great auction experiences!
Bid on 50 plus items and no items were sold. Also, a delay in accepting bids.
David, we apologize for your experience. The reserve prices for items in auctions are set by the auctioneers themselves and can vary. It's best to contact the auctioneer directly for more information about reserve prices and bid approval processes. Your feedback is valuable, and we hope your future experiences on our platform will be more positive. We at HiBid highly value you as a returning bidder. If you have any further concerns, please don't hesitate to let us know.
I like to preveiw the auction online and write down the lot numbers of the items I want to bid on in order, and the times that each item will hit the auction block, then I can plan my day around those times
Dan, thank you for the 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear about your strategic approach to previewing auctions and planning your bidding strategy. It's great that our platform aligns with your preferences. If you ever need assistance or have more questions about shipping, feel free to reach out. We're here to ensure your experience continues to be problem-free and rewarding. We're honored to have you as a valued returning bidder!
Soft close is a bit of a pain when busy but other than that easy to use and can get some super deals.
Marion, thank you for the feedback! We're aware that the soft close can be tricky during busy periods; this is determined by the auctioneer. Your insights matter, and we value your input!
Very interesting. Find your treasures and go for it!
Ed, thank you for the 5-star review! We're pleased to know you find our platform very interesting. If you have any more insights to share or if you need assistance, don't hesitate to get in touch. We're here to continue providing you with an engaging and interesting experience. Happy bidding!
Answer: Licensed auctioneer here- auction law is that if you give notice that you need to retract your bid before the hammer falls (or the auction ends online) that the auctioneer is required to retract the bid. Actual law also dictates that bidding must start over at opening bid, not the next highest bid.
Answer: Very easy. If you dont get someone immediately they do call back. But once again if you have a problem with items contact the auction house not hibid. Hibid doesn't auction they only provide the platform
Answer: Most auctioneer there are scammers, a thrift store would be better option.
Answer: YES! Confirmed by an auctioneer I know. Hibid auctioneers can see your "maximum bid" and in most states it's legal to "shill" an auction or to bid against the public bidders - to "ensure reasonable sale prices" per national auctioneers associations. Also, anyone can set up an identity and bid against you. Although that may get interesting when they have to pay a commission to "buy" their own item!
Answer: "Mechanically challenged" is often a term auctioneers use to indicate that an item might not be functioning properly. It usually means that the piece needs repairs, doesn't operate as intended, or may have some technical issues. It's best to reach out to the seller for a clearer explanation to avoid any surprises. By confirming the exact condition directly with them, you'll have a better understanding of what you're bidding on.
Answer: Yes, if you suspect any fraud, please contact HiBid directly at 844-775-4774. Our team is here to assist you and ensure a safe and secure experience.
Answer: Some auctioneers require credit card verification as part of the bidder registration process. This process involves a temporary authorization charge of $1.00 to ensure the card is valid. In some cases, additional processing fees or taxes might cause the amount to appear slightly higher, such as $1.46. Please rest assured that this is not an actual charge but rather a temporary hold that will be released by your card issuer. Typically, these holds clear within 5-7 business days, depending on your financial institution. If the charge doesn't disappear after this time, we recommend contacting your credit card provider for further assistance.
Answer: Thank you for reaching out regarding your bidder rating and the reasons behind it. Bidder ratings on HiBid are determined by various factors, such as your bidding activity and whether you've been permanently approved or declined by auction companies in the past. Unfortunately, HiBid support and bidders themselves cannot view or access these ratings or the specific reasons behind them, as this information is exclusively available to auctioneers. The best way to gain insight is to contact an auctioneer you have a good relationship with or one whose auctions you'd like to participate in. They may be able to provide some clarity or work with you to address any concerns.
Answer: Thank you for reaching out! We understand how it can be confusing when an item is removed before an auction ends, but please rest assured it's not a scam. Sometimes auctioneers encounter unforeseen issues and may need to cancel or relist items. Keep in mind that auctioneers often work with consignors to ensure items are sold fairly, which can involve reserve prices or other considerations that may or may not be visible on specific listings. We recommend reaching out to the auctioneer directly for more details. If you have any difficulty reaching them, we're here to help facilitate communication.
Answer: Yes, HiBid regularly features a wide selection of motorcycles available for auction.
Thomas, thank you for the 5-star review! When you have more than one auction closing at the same time, the best approach is to have them open in separate browser windows. This way, you can easily keep an eye on both without any overlap. If you have any more questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out. We're here to ensure your auction experiences are smooth and enjoyable!