MAC.BID vs PopKnock
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MAC.BID
Discover incredible deals on brand-name merchandise from major retailers through exciting auctions. Save up to 80% off retail prices with auctions starting at just $1. Enjoy smart bidding, instant win options, and convenient local pickups.
- Up to 80% off retail
- Auctions start at $1
- Instant Win & Smart Bidding
- 40,000+ auctions daily
- Smart deal notifications
- Local pickup locations
- Exclusive money-saving features
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Transform how you shop with MAC.BID – the auction app revolutionizing retail savings! Score unbeatable deals on brand-name merchandise from Amazon, Target, Walmart, and top retailers at up to 80% off retail prices. Every auction starts at just $1 with no reserve – making incredible bargains accessible to everyone. Shoppers saved over $1 billion off retail last year. Why thousands choose MAC.BID daily: Instant Win & Smart Bidding – Skip the wait with Instant Win options or enjoy real-time bidding excitement. Set max bids and let our system bid for you automatically. Massive Daily Savings – Browse 40,000+ auctions daily across electronics, home goods, furniture, tools, fashion, toys, and more. New deals added constantly! Never Miss Deals – Smart notifications for Last Chance Deals, Dollar Deals, new listings, and items you're watching. Stay ahead of the competition. Seamless Mobile Experience – Swipe to bid, track all activity, watch live auctions, and manage favorites from anywhere. Bidding made effortless. Pickup Locations Across the Country – Collect wins at 30+ convenient warehouse locations. No shipping fees, inspect before bidding, friendly staff assistance. Exclusive Money-Saving Features: Last Chance Deals – Grab unsold items for $2.99 flat rate (9 PM - 9 AM only) Turbo Clock Auctions – Watch prices drop in real-time, freeze anytime to buy MAC Bucks Rewards – Earn virtual currency for reviews and special events Buyers Club – Premium perks including early access and free returns Perfect for bargain hunters, resellers, families, and anyone who loves great deals! From everyday essentials to unique finds, MAC.BID gives returned and overstocked products a second chance while putting money back in your pocket. Categories include: Electronics, Home & Kitchen, Furniture, Tools & Hardware, Fashion & Accessories, Toys & Games, Sports & Outdoors, Pet Supplies, Baby & Toddler, and more. Download now and join the smart shopping revolution. Bid. Win. Save big with MAC.BID!
PopKnock
Discover local businesses and services with this app. Easily find in-store pickup options, book appointments for salons and spas, and make restaurant reservations. Enjoy exclusive discounts and savings on all your purchases with no service fees.
- Local business discovery
- In-store pickup
- Appointment booking
- Restaurant reservations
- Exclusive discounts
- No service fees
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PopKnock is a local business hub that brings together a variety of merchants in the community. Through the PopKnock mobile app, customers can conveniently access in-store pickup and other services, including dining at restaurants, make inquiries to various service providers and booking appointments for nail, massage, and salon treatments. Plus, they'll enjoy savings on every purchase with exclusive discounts, store credits, and vouchers. And the best part? There are no service fees.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: PopKnock at 5.0 against MAC.BID's 4.6. MAC.BID's advantage is ratings volume (40K vs 4) and update cadence (weekly vs every 2 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
PopKnock holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MAC.BID has 40K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.
MAC.BID ships an update weekly, PopKnock every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MAC.BID | PopKnock |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (40K ratings) | 5.0 (4 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 74.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 40K — better | 4 |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | #132 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 132 MB | 28 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Recommerce412, LLC | PopKnock LLC |
Customer experience
MAC.BID
PopKnock
Bugs and requests
MAC.BID
Reported bugs
5 issues- Bid slider not working properly
- Watchlist and purchase history issues
- Inconsistent app behavior across devices
- Frequent app crashes and restarts
- Incorrect item delivery upon pickup
Requested features
5 requests- Improved search and filtering options
- Better product condition disclosure
- Streamlined bidding process
- Faster app performance
- Enhanced notification system
PopKnock
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
MAC.BID
No in-app purchases
PopKnock
No in-app purchases
