The bidding process is very good, and also the search capabilities. Above all, the access to so many great items! The negatives are the Live Auctioneers shipping program, which has ridiculous rates th... See more
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customerservice was helpful in answering my querstions. I d not like the fact that You need to spend a lot of time watching a live auction that you are high bidder on only to have it passed. I w... See more
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I saw a misrepresented item at auction. Live Auctioneers Customer service was great. They made sure they understood the problem. I told them where to look for verification of my claim, and they did so... See more
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Easy to bid on items, very easy checkout process, and purchases through their site are protected. I've been enjoying watching the auctions and following some just for fun. I've won three items from di... See more
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With fascinating objects up for bid in more than 50 countries—instantly translated to your language and currency—LiveAuctioneers is a worldwide marketplace with treasures waiting to be discovered, whether you're an avid collector or first-time visitor. By hosting thousands of auctions in real time via the Internet, the site allows unprecedented access to remote sales, and savvy bidders can often land desired items at very desirable prices. Leave an absentee bid, or fully engage in the live-auction action—it's up to you. All bidding takes place via a secure bidder network, which keeps your maximum bids for upcoming sales private until the item is opened on the day of the sale. LiveAuctioneers revolutionized the industry from the start. In 2002, the NYC-based company formed a marketing partnership with eBay to introduce eBay Live Auctions. This alliance of LiveAuctioneers and eBay enabled auction houses worldwide to go online with their live sales—a development that changed the auction business forever. In 2009, the debut of LiveAuctioneers' iPhone and Android apps, with live-bidding capabilities, opened up a new mobile pipeline to bid anytime, from anywhere, with complete anonymity. Since then, LiveAuctioneers has been the first to engage bidders with live streaming video, easy online payments, personalized search alerts, and more. Now in its second decade, LiveAuctioneers is the Web's leading auction-related site, with millions of qualified bidders. LiveAuctioneers also provides a constant stream of industry intelligence to auctioneers, collectors, museums, appraisers, consignors and more via: +The easy-to-use Auction Results Database, a vast database with more than 21 million results that offers keyword-search access to verified auction outcomes, recent to historical. The updated archive is the #1 free online resource for the trade, appraisers, collectors, designers, art institutions, estate officers, journalists, students and others on the research trail; +Auction Central News, the global destination for the latest auction headlines, mixing timely industry news with feature articles by experts on all things design; +The LiveAuctioneers Consignment Hub, an easy way for interested consignors to share their property for review and evaluation with thousands of auction houses in one spot. There are many ways to get started as a collector. You can browse curated auctions, find auctions near you, set up keyword search alerts, search, bid and win.
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Reply from LiveAuctioneers
Hi Sanan,
Thank you so much for the love. We truly appreciate your kind words and are so glad you’re enjoying your experience on LiveAuctioneers. It means a lot to know you feel it’s the best.
We look forward to seeing you in future auctions and hope you continue finding items you love.
Sincerely,
LiveAuctioneers Bidder Support
Quick responsiveness to questions
Quick responsiveness to questions. Prompt service at completion of sale and ease of payment and pick up locally was super simple with a helpful and attentive staff. Would bid and hope to win again. Thank you for a great experience.
February 24, 2026
Reply from LiveAuctioneers
Hi Rob,
Thank you for sharing your experience and for the wonderful feedback! We’re so glad to hear that communication was responsive, the process was smooth, and that pickup was simple and supported by a helpful team.
It’s great to know the entire experience from questions to payment and completion, met your expectations. That’s exactly what we aim for.
We truly appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you in future auctions. Wishing you many more winning bids ahead!
Sincerely,
LiveAuctioneers Bidder Support
LA is a scam when it comes to shipping…
LA is a scam when it comes to shipping cost .Stay far away from there quotes as possible. They are trying to double dip and make 5 times more off the shipping then if you went through an auction houses shipping company.
February 17, 2026
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Reply from LiveAuctioneers
Hi Mike,
We’re sorry to hear you feel this way about the shipping costs. We definitely want to look into your specific experience, but we don’t have enough information here to locate your account or review the shipment in question.
Please email us at packaging@liveauctioneers.com
and include your invoice number and the auction house name. Once we have those details, our Shipping Support team can review the charges and provide a clear breakdown of how the quote was calculated.
We’re here to help and would appreciate the opportunity to look into this for you.
Sincerely,
LiveAuctioneers Shipping Support
It was great dealing with LiveAuctioneers.
It was great dealing with LiveAuctioneers. The whole auction experience was a pleasure. From the bidding to the payment to the shipping and handling, it was all very easy. I'd gladly do it again in a second. I would also gladly recommend LiveAuctioneers to my family and friends. Actually I have recommended it to my family and friends. Quite a few have thanked me for the recommendation too. They too were pleased with LiveAuctioneers. Some have expanded their collections and others have made money with all of the great deals found there. LiveAuctioneers is the place to go for what you need.
February 23, 2026
Reply from LiveAuctioneers
Hi David,
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that your auction experience—from bidding to payment to shipping—was smooth and enjoyable. It’s fantastic to know that you’ve recommended LiveAuctioneers to your family and friends and that they’ve had positive experiences as well.
We truly appreciate your support and look forward to helping you discover even more great finds in the future!
Sincerely,
LiveAuctioneers Bidder Support
Reply from LiveAuctioneers
Hi Walter,
Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear that your item matched the description and met your expectations. Providing accurate and detailed listings is very important to us and the auction houses we partner with.
We appreciate your support and look forward to your next bidding experience!
Sincerely,
LiveAuctioneers Bidder Support
I like the ease of bidding on items but shipping needs improvement
I like the ease of bidding on items. The shipping needs much improvement. My antique doll was not wrapped properly and arrived with a broken foot. When I emailed live Auctioneers they wanted photos of proof which I had already sent Frashers. I did receive a partial refund, however to have an antique damaged because of poor packing is really disappointing
February 23, 2026
Reply from LiveAuctioneers
Hi Tina,
We sincerely apologize for the disappointment caused by the condition of your antique doll upon arrival. We understand how upsetting it is to receive a damaged item, especially one as delicate and valuable as an antique. While LiveAuctioneers partners with auction houses for shipping, we take your feedback seriously and will continue to work with our shipping partners to improve packing standards and handling procedures.
We’re glad that a partial refund was provided, but we understand this does not fully make up for the inconvenience. For any further concerns or follow-up regarding this shipment, please don’t hesitate to email packaging@liveauctioneers.com
so our team can assist you directly.
Sincerely,
LiveAuctioneers Bidder Support
Company communications are awesome
Communications with this company was awesome. Package came with great care and the item was as described.
February 22, 2026
Reply from LiveAuctioneers
Hi Dennis,
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that our communications met your expectations and that your item arrived carefully packaged and as described. Ensuring a smooth and reliable process from auction to delivery is always our goal.
We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again!
Sincerely,
LiveAuctioneers Bidder Support
I like the variety and convenience of…
I like the variety and convenience of the process
February 22, 2026
Reply from LiveAuctioneers
Hi William,
Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear that you enjoy both the variety of auctions and the convenience of using our platform. Making the bidding and buying process easy and accessible is exactly what we strive for.
We appreciate your support and look forward to helping you discover even more great items!
Sincerely,
LiveAuctioneers Bidder Support
POOR SERVICE
In addition to the BUYER'S PREMIUM there is a PROCESSING FEE :
Payment Summary
Won Items $100.00
Buyer's Premium $25.00
Processing fee $5.57
Sales Tax $8.65
Total $139.22
But I knew this up front.
What I expected with the 25% Buyer's Premium and Processing Fee is SERVICE.
Service in today's world is more important than the sale. I could get die cast cars anywhere but I expected service from LiveAuctioneers. They seem only to be the website "middleman" for auctions and wash their hands of any other responsibility. The auctions are actually from other auction houses.
I won this a\auction 1/8 and still awaiting shipment. I contacted LiveAuctioneers and the 2nd Auction House with no response. I paid additional shipping fees of $42. Therefore this 100. auction cost $181 and as of 2-22-26 no cars.
January 8, 2026
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Reply from LiveAuctioneers
Hi Joseph,
We understand your frustration and sincerely apologize for the delay in receiving your items. While LiveAuctioneers acts as a platform connecting buyers with auction houses, we want to help ensure your concerns are addressed.
To assist you further and review your shipment status, please email our team directly at packaging@liveauctioneers.com
with your invoice number and details. Once we have that information, we can follow up with the auction house and provide you with the most accurate update.
Sincerely,
LiveAuctioneers Bidder Support
Great Auctions
Great Auctions, good description of items, lots to choose from. Fair prices to great prices..
February 22, 2026
Reply from LiveAuctioneers
Hi Troy,
Thank you for your feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you’ve enjoyed the variety of auctions, detailed item descriptions, and fair pricing. Providing a wide selection and a transparent bidding experience is exactly what we aim for.
We appreciate your continued participation and look forward to many more successful auctions with you!
Sincerely,
LiveAuctioneers Bidder Support
I have enjoyed my shopping experiences…
I have enjoyed my shopping experiences on LiveAuctioneers
February 22, 2026
Reply from LiveAuctioneers
Hi Ellin,
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that you’ve enjoyed shopping on LiveAuctioneers. Our goal is to make every auction smooth and enjoyable, and it’s wonderful to know that’s been your experience.
We look forward to helping you discover even more great finds in the future!
Sincerely,
LiveAuctioneers Bidder Support
Great & fast shipping
February 21, 2026
Reply from LiveAuctioneers
Hi Judy,
Thank you for your feedback! We’re so glad to hear that your shipping experience was both great and fast. That’s exactly what we aim for to ensure a smooth experience from win to delivery.
We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and look forward to serving you again.
Sincerely,
LiveAuctioneers Bidder Support
Easy platform to use for online auctions
I appreciate that LiveAuctioneers gives me a heads-up when items that match my saved list of interests come up. It’s an easy platform to navigate. I can check a range of pending auctions across the globe, and can monitor both my “watched” items and my current bids. Also I can check my past watched items and bids.
I have contacted LiveAuctioneers a couple of times over the last couple of years, and they have always responded promptly and helpfully.
January 31, 2026
Reply from LiveAuctioneers
Hi David,
Thank you for taking the time to share such thoughtful feedback. We’re glad to hear that the saved search alerts, watchlist features, and bid tracking tools have made it easy for you to discover and monitor items that interest you whether locally or across the globe.
It’s also great to know that when you’ve reached out to our team, you’ve received prompt and helpful support. Providing a smooth, transparent experience for bidders is always our goal.
We truly appreciate your continued participation on the platform and wish you many more successful finds ahead!
Sincerely,
LiveAuctioneers Bidder Support
It is always a pleasure to do business…
It is always a pleasure to do business here. Items are priced fairly, well photographed and described, and delivery is always prompt and with consideration for the fragility of the item purchased.
February 20, 2026
Reply from LiveAuctioneers
Hi Mary,
Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re delighted to hear that you’ve consistently had a positive experience—from fair pricing and detailed photography to careful packaging and prompt delivery.
Providing clear listings and ensuring items arrive safely are both very important to us and to the auction houses on our platform, so it’s wonderful to know that’s been your experience. We truly appreciate your continued trust and support.
Sincerely,
LiveAuctioneers Bidder Support
TOTAL SCAM, LOST $10K
Purchased over $10k in jewelry, which included their 30% commission, turned out to be a total SCAM! Liveauctioneers refused to do anything to assist. They state their only function is to act as a platform for businesses to list items and hold no responsibility to vet any vendors. After numerous compliant they stated the suspended the vendor. Since no vetting is done the vendor will just set up as a new name!
October 17, 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from LiveAuctioneers
Hi Suzanne,
We’re very sorry to read about your experience. We absolutely understand how upsetting and serious this situation must feel, especially given the amount involved.
At the moment, we don’t have enough information here to locate your account or review the specific transaction you’re referencing. We would like the opportunity to look into this matter further. Please email our team directly at info@liveauctioneers.com
and include your invoice number, the auction house name, and any supporting documentation. Once we receive those details, we can properly review the case and advise you on available options.
We take reports of authenticity concerns and seller conduct seriously, and we do suspend or remove sellers when appropriate based on our review process.
We look forward to hearing from you so we can assist further.
Sincerely,
LiveAuctioneers Bidder Support
Reply from LiveAuctioneers
Hi Gregory,
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad to hear you’ve enjoyed your purchasing experiences and found the auctions fun. That’s exactly what we aim to provide a smooth, engaging, and enjoyable way to discover great items.
We truly appreciate you being part of our community and look forward to your next winning bid!
Sincerely,
LiveAuctioneers Bidder Support
Thank you Antique Arena and ProPack Shipping
The item was as described. It was oversized and bulky so specialized shipping was necessary. Paul at ProPack & Shipping picked up the lot, double crated it for transport and it arrived in great condition. Thank you Antique Arena and ProPack for a seamless buying experience.
February 18, 2026
Reply from LiveAuctioneers
Hi Robert,
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so pleased to hear your item arrived safely and that it was just as described. Oversized and specialty pieces can require extra care, so it’s great to know the coordination and double crating helped ensure everything reached you in excellent condition.
We truly appreciate you taking the time to recognize the efforts that go into careful handling and delivery. We’re glad your buying experience was seamless and hope to see you back in future auctions!
Sincerely,
LiveAuctioneers Bidder Support
I have enjoyed the auctions that I have…
I have enjoyed the auctions that I have bid on and the shipping has been quick and packaged great.
February 18, 2026
Reply from LiveAuctioneers
Hi Alfred,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We’re so glad to hear you’ve enjoyed the auctions you’ve participated in and that your items arrived quickly and well packaged.
A smooth bidding process paired with timely, secure shipping is exactly what we strive for, and it’s wonderful to know that’s been your experience. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you in future auctions!
Sincerely,
LiveAuctioneers Bidder Support
It verynice to useqTrustworthy
It verynice to use! Just wish many of the auction houses could handle the shipping!
February 17, 2026
Reply from LiveAuctioneers
Hi Racheal,
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad to hear you find the platform trustworthy and easy to use, that truly means a lot to us.
We understand your wish for more auction houses to handle their own shipping. Shipping processes can vary depending on the auction house, location, and item type, and we know consistency is important. We’re continually working to expand and improve shipping options to make the post-auction experience as smooth as the bidding process.
We appreciate you being part of our community and sharing your feedback.
Sincerely,
LiveAuctioneers Bidder Support
Shipping costs and time of receiving…
Shipping costs and time of receiving purchased items is high and slow when using one of Live Auctioneers outside contractors. If the auction does their own shipping, service is faster and cost is less. Quite often, I will look for the same auction on other platforms due to shipping costs. The high cost is causing me to now lower my bids to cover the increased expense.
February 15, 2026
Reply from LiveAuctioneers
Hi Al,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We understand how important shipping cost and delivery time are when deciding how much to bid, and we truly appreciate you explaining how this has impacted your bidding strategy.
Our Packaging & Shipping team has already responded to you and is currently awaiting your reply. Please feel free to continue the conversation directly in that same email thread with packaging@liveauctioneers.com
so they can review the specific shipment details and address your concerns more thoroughly.
We value your business and your candid feedback, and we look forward to assisting you further.
Sincerely,
LiveAuctioneers Bidder Support
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