# Lightning Auctions

> Mobile bidding platform for live and absentee auctions of antiques, collectibles, and vehicles. (iPhone/iPad app by Lightning Auctions Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightning-auctions/id1206491266 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Lightning Auctions Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1615479128)
- Category: Shopping
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 34 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 137 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Polish, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish and 1 more
- Released: 2017-03-13
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightning-auctions/id1206491266/reviews.md

## What is Lightning Auctions?

Lightning Auctions has been the leading auction house in Northern Nevada for 30 plus years. Selling everything from antiques and collectibles, entire estates, business liquidations and used vehicles. With Lightning Auctions' app you can preview, watch and bid in our auctions all from your mobile phone. Participate in our sales while on the go or at your leisure from your mobile device and gain access to the following features:
- Quick registration
- Follow upcoming lots and receive push notifications to ensure you never miss a chance to bid
- Leave absentee bids
- Bid live using our simple “swipe to bid” interface
- Track your bidding activity
- Watch live sales
- View calendar of past and future sales

## Key features

- Preview auctions
- Live and absentee bidding
- Push notifications
- Track bidding activity
- Watch live sales
- Auction calendar

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightning-auctions/id1206491266/reviews.md

### 5/5 — GREAT AUCTION HOUSE

*2023-07-02*

Incredible variety. Good quality. Accurate descriptions. Just wish they wouldn’t put permanent stickers on the items. Very difficult to remove and sometimes cause damage when removing. Still, I highly recommend Lightning Auctions!

## Frequently asked questions about Lightning Auctions

### What types of items are sold at Lightning Auctions?

Lightning Auctions sells a variety of items including antiques, collectibles, entire estates, business liquidations, and used vehicles.

### Can I bid on items if I'm not physically present?

Yes, you can leave absentee bids or bid live remotely using the app's simple 'swipe to bid' interface.

### Does Lightning Auctions have ads?

No, Lightning Auctions is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted bidding experience.

### How do I stay updated on upcoming auctions?

You can follow upcoming lots and receive push notifications to ensure you never miss a chance to bid on items you're interested in.

### What devices is Lightning Auctions available on?

Lightning Auctions is available on iPhones and iPads.

### How often is Lightning Auctions updated?

The app's latest version is 1.0.6, and it was last updated on August 1, 2025, indicating regular maintenance and updates.

### What is the age rating for Lightning Auctions?

Lightning Auctions has an age rating of 9+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How does the 'swipe to bid' feature work?

The 'swipe to bid' interface is designed for simple and quick live bidding directly from your mobile device during an auction.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.8 — 2026-07-21

bug fixes

### 1.0.7 — 2026-06-16

- Bug Fixes

### 1.0.6 — 2025-08-01

- bug fixes.

### 1.0.5 — 2023-03-15

- bug fixes.

### 1.0.4 — 2022-10-07

Minor bug fixes.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-28.*