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BidJS vs Fish Auctions
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.
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BidJS combines auction scheduling, live bidding, bidder controls, invoicing, and website integrations in one embed. Its browser-based bidder access is broad, but costs and optional native-app work should be considered.
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Fish Auctions gives clubs tools for managing lots, bidding, invoices, and exports without a stated charge. Clubs should note that they handle payments and that the site disclaims availability guarantees.
Visit Fish AuctionsThe facts
| BidJS | Fish Auctions | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone, Web | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Developer sandbox: £200 a month | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 3 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | bidjs.com | auction.fish |
| On auction software | #12 of 32 | #8 of 32 |
BidJS: what it does well
- Supports timed and webcast auction formats
- Offers max bids and overtime extensions
- Provides Stripe and Xero connections
- Works in desktop, tablet, and mobile browsers
- Bidder data is exportable
What to know first
- Pricing is available only on request
- Branded native app costs extra
- Paid plans start at £200 a month
- No free plan is listed
Fish Auctions: what it does well
- Free to use
- Supports in-person and online auctions
- Online bidding includes proxy bids
- Automatically generates auction invoices
- CSV exports include breeder-point information
What to know first
- Direct person-to-person sales outside club auctions are not permitted
- Clubs handle payment collection themselves
- Larger auctions may slow the site
- Availability is not guaranteed
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