# Catawiki - Online Auctions — Unique objects for auction

> Online auction platform for buying and selling unique, expert-curated objects. (iPhone/iPad app by Catawiki.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/catawiki-online-auctions/id926272969 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Catawiki](https://appshunter.io/developer/421151501)
- Category: Shopping, Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 4,024 App Store ratings · 671 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 139 MB
- Languages: French (France), German (Germany), American English, Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan), Danish, European Spanish, Finnish, Greek, Hungarian and 7 more
- Released: 2014-12-18
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/catawiki-online-auctions/id926272969/reviews.md

## What is Catawiki?

Fulfil your passions with the Catawiki app, the leading platform for buying and selling special objects, selected by experts.

Catawiki offers more than 75,000 objects a week across 22 diverse categories such as Art, Design, Jewellery and Watches, Fashion, Classic Cars, Collectables and much more. 

Experience the thrill of Catawiki, the leading online marketplace: 

- Engage in secure transactions: Safely buy and sell via our trusted payment system.
- Explore anytime, anywhere: Conveniently browse captivating auctions on your terms.
- Sell with simplicity: List your items effortlessly and reach a global community of buyers.
- Curate your favourites: Create a personalised list to keep track of items you love.
- Stay informed: Receive timely updates on upcoming auctions.

Each object is meticulously selected by specialised experts with years of experience in their fields, assuring a diverse and high-quality curation.

With our trusted and secure payment method, your buying and selling journey is seamless.  We securely hold your payment and only release it to the seller after you've received and inspected your item within a 3-day period. This way, we ensure your buying experience is safe and satisfying.

Discover a world of special objects with the Catawiki app. Download now to start your extraordinary buying and selling journey.

## Key features

- Expert-selected objects
- Secure transactions
- Global marketplace
- Personalized favorites list
- Weekly auctions
- Diverse categories

## What do users think of Catawiki?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- ⭐ Perfect
- 🔍 Great source for unique items
- 🛒 Excellent auctions
- 🛒 Awesome
- 🛒 Excellent app
- 🛒 Reliable
- 🛒 Incredible items for auction

**Cons**

- 🚫 Terrible customer service
- 🚫 Lack of buyer protection
- 🚫 Scammy platform
- 🚫 Unfair practices
- 🚫 Misleading descriptions
- 🚫 Damaged/not as described items
- 🚫 Difficult to contact support
- 🚫 Slow response times
- 🚫 Buggy app
- 🚫 Difficult to use
- 🚫 Exorbitant shipping costs
- 🚫 Questionable authenticity of items

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Frequent app crashes
- Connectivity issues
- Incorrect item descriptions
- Disappearing saved items

**Most requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Improved search functionality
- Better communication with sellers
- More buyer protection
- Streamlined returns process

## Recent user reviews (10 of 671)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/catawiki-online-auctions/id926272969/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Gargamel

*2026-08-22, version 5.57*

information about my order when is going to be delivered changed four times. basically it was inaccurate. The seller has used DHL service, which is the best in the business and after they did, I received the accurate information. however, it took them some time to do so while in meantime, Catawiki was giving me false information

### 1/5 — Terrible customer service

*2026-08-21, version 5.57*

I ordered a painting and it was quite expensive.  I don’t have it. Customer service is not responding for days.

### 1/5 — Scam

*2026-08-15, version 5.56*

Signed up thinking looks good. Funnily enough as soon as you start bidding on something you’re outbid every single time because basically price is too low so you gotta keep on going higher.  Don’t bother ir waste your time with this auction app. *update to their response* you bid against bot not actual people literally got screenshots to prove

### 1/5 — Customer not looked after

*2026-08-14, version 5.56*

In the UK only purchase from sellers in the UK otherwise you will not know the final price as you may have to pay taxes and duties.

### 1/5 — App doesn’t work

*2026-08-09, version 5.55.1*

Useless app, unable to bid, won’t allow me to accept the updated terms that allow you to bid… just stays on the screen and doesn’t go away and allow me to press accept, I’m only able to select sign out

### 5/5 — Un large choix d’articles de qualité

*2026-08-08*

Passionné de photographie je peux trouver des articles de qualité

### 5/5 — best daily & weekly auctions

*2026-08-08, version 5.55.1*

well curated, quality items

### 3/5 — Originality

*2026-08-04, version 5.55.1*

Site specialists do a poor job of distinguishing what is original and what is junk.

### 5/5 — Finding treasure

*2026-08-01, version 5.54.1*

The perfect place to find that special piece of treasure.  A well run company too :)

### 1/5 — Awful

*2026-07-27, version 5.54*

All great until something goes wrong. 10 days from reporting a broken item and still no refund, or communication on when it will be processed.  The customer support is non existent, the communication terrible and the return and refund process laughable.  Stick with eBay is my advice

## Frequently asked questions about Catawiki

### What is Catawiki?

Catawiki is a leading online platform for buying and selling special objects. It offers over 75,000 items weekly across 22 diverse categories, all selected by specialized experts to ensure high quality and a unique selection.

### How does the buying and selling process work?

The app facilitates secure transactions through a trusted payment system. Your payment is held securely and released to the seller only after you've received and inspected the item within a 3-day period, ensuring a safe buying experience.

### What types of items can I find on Catawiki?

You can find a wide variety of unique objects across categories such as Art, Design, Jewellery and Watches, Fashion, Classic Cars, Collectables, and much more. Each item is meticulously selected by experts in their respective fields.

### Is there a cost to use the app?

The app itself is free to download and use. While the description doesn't explicitly detail transaction fees for buyers or sellers, it highlights a secure payment system for transactions.

### Who is the target audience for Catawiki?

This app is designed for collectors, enthusiasts, and anyone looking to discover and acquire unique, special, or rare items. It also caters to individuals who wish to sell their own special objects to a global community.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.57 — 2026-08-20

We update our app regularly to make it more user friendly and to improve the user experience.
These are the most important changes in this version:

 • Bug fixes to improve the stability and usability.

Catawiki is hiring iOS Developers, check us out on catawiki.com/jobs

### 5.56 — 2026-08-10

We update our app regularly to make it more user friendly and to improve the user experience.
These are the most important changes in this version:

 • Bug fixes to improve the stability and usability.

Catawiki is hiring iOS Developers, check us out on catawiki.com/jobs

### 5.55.1 — 2026-08-04

We update our app regularly to make it more user friendly and to improve the user experience.
These are the most important changes in this version:

 • Bug fixes to improve the stability and usability.

Catawiki is hiring iOS Developers, check us out on catawiki.com/jobs

### 5.54.1 — 2026-07-29

We update our app regularly to make it more user friendly and to improve the user experience.
These are the most important changes in this version:

 • Bug fixes to improve the stability and usability.

Catawiki is hiring iOS Developers, check us out on catawiki.com/jobs

### 5.54 — 2026-07-27

We update our app regularly to make it more user friendly and to improve the user experience.
These are the most important changes in this version:

 • Bug fixes to improve the stability and usability.

Catawiki is hiring iOS Developers, check us out on catawiki.com/jobs

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