Features & Capabilities

Handbid is a mobile iOS client for silent auctions. It enables invited bidders to bid on items, manage bids and proxy bids, purchase items, checkout, issue payment, and receive receipts from their mobile devices.

Built for auction hosts by auction hosts, Handbid has powered events since 2011 and also offers an iPad kiosk app, on-site support, and flexible pricing. Its integrated payments (including Apple Pay) simplify checkouts and help maximize event revenue while delivering a smooth bidder experience.

User Growth & Download Statistics

By:
Handbid
Rating:
4.80
(27,076)
9 new ratings
Version:
6.2.3 Last updated: 2026-05-20
Version code:
885544375
Creation date:
2011-04-27
Compatible devices:
Size:
140.95MB
URLs:
Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:
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Source:
Apple Apps Store
Data ingested on:
2026-06-08
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Developed by:
Handbid
Apple Apps Store
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/handbid/id433831139
Website:
http://www.handbid.com

User Reviews

Users generally praise Handbid for ease of use, real-time bidding, and a robust fundraising feature set, including tickets, donations, and analytics. However, multiple reviews highlight stability and accessibility problems: app crashes and server outages during auctions, login/verification friction, and difficulties viewing items or navigating the catalog (including time-left visibility on newer iPhones). These recurring issues can undermine bid participation and fundraising outcomes, indicating a need for improved app reliability and smoother account management.
Pros
  • Easy to use and intuitive interface.
  • Real-time bidding with instant outbid notifications.
  • Comprehensive fundraising tools (ticketing, donations, analytics) and secure payments.
  • Engaging, effective tool for running fundraising events.
Cons
  • Frequent crashes and server outages during auctions, causing bid loss and stress.
  • Login and verification problems (codes sent to the wrong number, repeated re-registration, account locks).
  • Item visibility/navigation issues (cant see items, difficulty finding favorites, search quirks, time-left display blocked on newer iPhones).
  • Connectivity issues and inconsistent performance during events.
Recent reviews
I do not recommend this method! Don’t waste your money.
by mu*****, 2025-10-14

Wanted to use this to follow a charity benefit auction and maybe bid. Cant see the items, cant bid, cant follow the live auction. No benefit to me , disappointed. I’ve bid and purchased lots of items at online auctions , but this format is the worst Ive seen
by lj*****, 2025-10-04

Always such a fun evening!!! Great CROWD OF PEOPLE and such a neat evening!!! I love how the host and auctioneer “rib” each other too. 😂
by ta*****, 2024-11-23
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