# Gixen eBay Auction Sniper — Last-second bidding on eBay

> Automated last-second eBay auction bidding service. (iPhone/iPad app by Mario Vodopivec.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gixen-ebay-auction-sniper/id6446328339 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Mario Vodopivec](https://appshunter.io/developer/1441591054)
- Category: Shopping, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 710 App Store ratings · 466 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 3 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2023-03-20
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gixen-ebay-auction-sniper/id6446328339/reviews.md

## What is Gixen eBay Auction Sniper?

Gixen automatically places your bids on eBay at the last moment.
Entirely automatic - your computer doesn't have to be on.
Group bidding: first successful snipe cancels all the others.
Available for free at the moment, pricing may change in the future.
Please read Gixen's terms of use at https://www.gixen.com/main/terms-ios.php

## Key features

- Automatic last-second bidding
- Computer does not need to be on
- Group bidding functionality
- Cancels other bids in a group
- Free to use currently

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gixen Mirror Subscription | $2.99 | per month |


## Chart rankings

- #88 in Top Grossing · Shopping (US App Store)

## What do users think of Gixen eBay Auction Sniper?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Reliable and effective
- 💰 Saves money
- ⏱️ Convenient set-and-forget bidding
- 🏆 High success rate in winning auctions

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional issues with the app crashing or not loading
- 🔍 Could use a more modern and intuitive user interface

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Occasional issues with importing eBay watchlists
- Inconsistent behavior when changing user accounts

**Most requested features**

- Ability to group and manage multiple snipe bids
- Enhanced notifications and bid tracking features

## Recent user reviews (10 of 466)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gixen-ebay-auction-sniper/id6446328339/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Freedom from watching my phone

*2026-07-21, version 1.9.8*

Using this app allows me to set my prices and go about my day without having to check my phone and watch auctions all day.

### 5/5 — Phenomenal

*2026-07-20, version 1.9.8*

Does what it’s supposed to.

### 5/5 — First class, but beware of limits

*2026-07-20*

This sniping software works many more times than not, and has really helped keep a lid on what matters when bidding. But, beware that if you put a silly highest bid for an item thinking it will go for way less, but you really want to have the best chance of securing the item, it will take it up to any reserve put on by the seller. And some sellers have weird ideas of what their things are worth. Never put a maximum you’re not genuinely willing to pay. That’s my fault, not Gixen’s of course. And Mario has been really helpful and responsive across the years.

### 5/5 — I love it!

*2026-07-15, version 1.9.8*

I love it because it’s simple and intuitive.

### 5/5 — Works great

*2026-07-14, version 1.9.8*

Won on first try

### 5/5 — Perfect

*2026-07-14, version 1.9.8*

I liked

### 5/5 — Great app

*2026-07-06, version 1.9.8*

10/10

### 5/5 — 👍

*2026-07-05, version 1.9.8*

👍

### 5/5 — Adam

*2026-07-05, version 1.9.8*

Works, easy, reliable - does exactly what it needs to do without fault.

### 5/5 — Easy

*2026-07-05, version 1.9.8*

This app was easy to use and worked.

## Frequently asked questions about Gixen eBay Auction Sniper

### What does Gixen eBay Auction Sniper do?

Gixen eBay Auction Sniper automatically places your bids on eBay during the final moments of an auction. This ensures you don't miss out on winning items due to manual bidding delays. The service operates automatically, meaning your computer does not need to be running for bids to be placed.

### How does the group bidding feature work?

The group bidding feature allows you to set up multiple bids for a single item or related items. If one of your bids is successful, all other bids within that group are automatically canceled. This prevents you from winning multiple identical items and incurring unnecessary costs.

### Is Gixen eBay Auction Sniper free to use?

Currently, the application is available for free. However, the developers note that pricing may change in the future. It's advisable to check the app's terms of use for the most up-to-date information on costs.

### What are the benefits of using an auction sniper?

Auction sniping allows you to bid strategically in the final seconds of an auction, potentially preventing other bidders from reacting and increasing the price. It also removes the emotional aspect of bidding and ensures your bid is placed without manual intervention, even if you are away from your computer.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.9.8 — 2024-07-28

Stability improvements, better registration process, in-app purchase support, ability to delete one's account, a link to terms of usage which includes privacy policy.

### 1.5.0 — 2023-07-23

Added a settings page on which users can modify their basic settings, contact information and, most importantly, access a link to re-authorize Gixen on eBay.

### 1.4.0 — 2023-06-12

Bug fixes:
- Status of snipes was previously not shown properly
- Status of snipe on the mirror server was previously not shown properly

### 1.3.0 — 2023-05-10

A minor bug that colours some snipes in yellow when it shouldn't has been fixed now.

### 1.2.0 — 2023-04-30

New in this version (1.2.0):
- Show watchlist feature, in addition to import watchlist
- Easier navigation with 'back to' buttons
- Description page now visible in the app
- Bids under current price now colored in yellow
- Price refresh button
- Bid count now shown
- Purge completed button added

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