BidJS vs Bidpath

BidJS is a JavaScript embed that lets auctioneers run timed and webcast auctions on their own websites and domains. Timed auctions can use scheduled or staggered lot closings, max bids, and overtime extensions; webcast auctions combine floor, phone, and internet bids in real time. Timed sales can also offer Buy Now, Make Offer, or private treaty listings. Auction teams can require identity checks, refundable deposits, or manual approval before granting bidder access. BidJS calculates buyer’s premium, creates itemised invoices, and supports Stripe deposit processing and Xero accounting connections. Installation options include WordPress and a JavaScript plugin for WordPress, Joomla, Drupal, custom-built sites, and other websites. Bidders can browse, register, and bid in desktop, tablet, and mobile browsers without downloading an app; a branded native app is an optional extra. The service supports multilingual content and local currency formatting, and bidder data can be exported. BidJS is made by Bidlogix, which says it began building auction technology in Brighton in 2008. Listed plans include a £200 a month developer sandbox, a £300 a month annual contract, and a £400 a month month-to-month option.

Bidpath provides customizable auction management and online bidding software for auctioneers, retailers, and manufacturers. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in California, it supports live, timed, and hybrid auctions alongside eCommerce. Its back-office tools cover clients and inventory, sale-day and post-sale work, finance, compliance, and business reports. SAM live webcast auctions offer audio and video, customizable bidder screens, chat, absentee bids, invoicing, and reporting. Timed auctions can use hard or soft closes, extensions, staggered closing, automated bidder emails, outbid notifications, and Buy Now sales. Bidpath says the platform is responsive on phones and tablets and provides iOS and Android apps. An API suite and data feeds connect its technology with other providers. Payment gateway integrations include Authorize.net, Paytrace, and NMI; SagePay provides 3D Secure bidder verification for UK and EU markets. The platform supports multiple languages, currencies, and time zones, plus VAT, GST, and sales tax handling for auction portals. Its named audiences include commercial, industrial, and fine-art auctioneers and businesses in insolvency, aerospace, electronics, consumer returns, mining, and automotive. Pricing is available on request.