Gem vs East
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Gem
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The new Gem-Mint Auctions app lets you view our auction calendar and bid live in our auctions from your mobile device. Participate in our sales wherever you are using your mobile device and by gaining access to the following features:- - View calendar of past and future sales - Search lots - Save favorite lots - Register for upcoming sales - Receive reminders to ensure you never miss a chance to bid in a sale - Leave absentee bids - Bid live - Track your bidding activity
East
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Do you love Antiques & Estate Sales? Explore our online auctions effortlessly using this app. Bid on antiques, collectibles, and unique estate finds from East-Wing Estate Sales & Auction Co. With an easy to use search feature, category navigation, you can check out upcoming auctions, place bids, and keep track of everything, all from the convenience of your mobile device. Perfect for collectors and dealers alike. Our app brings you closer to the items you love with secure bidding and an easy-to-use interface. This app will help you stay connected with East-Wing Estate Sales wherever you go.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: East at none against Gem's shown. East also leads on update cadence (every 11 months vs every 27 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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.
Gem ships an update every 27 months, East every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Gem | East |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 27 months | Every 11 months — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.4 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 41 MB | 55 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Gem Mint Auctions, LLC. | Bidsquare |
In-app purchases
Gem
No in-app purchases
East
No in-app purchases
