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32auctions vs BiddingOwl

Both stand on auction software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

32auctions

Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb

32auctions combines bidding, notifications, checkout, payment connections, and reporting for fundraising auctions. Its free tier has item and image limits, while higher tiers are priced per auction.

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BiddingOwl covers multiple auction formats and fundraising activities, with event management and several payment methods. Traditional silent and live services are free, while winning online or mobile bids carry a performance fee.

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The facts

	32auctions	BiddingOwl
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	Android, iPhone, Web	Android, iPhone, Web
Lowest paid plan	See the plans	Online/mobile auction: $5, paid once
Plans published	4	2
Maker	Not published	Not published
Website	32auctions.com	biddingowl.com
On auction software	#1 of 32	#3 of 32

32auctions: what it does well

Bidders use phones, tablets, or computers without an app.
Supports proxy bidding and soft close.
Winners are identified automatically at auction close.
Exports auction results and payment details to CSV.
Free plan allows unlimited bidders.

What to know first

Free plan is limited to 20 items.
Free plan allows one image per item.
Free plan includes third-party ads.
Free plan uses standard styling.

BiddingOwl: what it does well

Supports online, mobile, silent, live, and offline auctions.
Includes donations, tickets, Fund-a-Need, and paddle raises.
One login can manage multiple organizations.
Offers Stripe, PayPal, cash, and check payment recording.
Provides 24/7 critical emergency phone support.

What to know first

Online and mobile winning bids incur a 5% fee.
Payment processor fees may apply.
Phone and email support are during weekday office hours.

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