Downsizing. Estate Sales. Inventory Clear-outs. BidRush was created by experienced marketplace operators who built and scaled online auctions across North America — now building a powerful, more flexible platform for today's sellers.
Our story
We spent over a decade building and scaling online auction marketplaces processing over $30M+ in annual sales. Along the way, we saw an opportunity to rethink how online auctions should work for modern sellers.
So we built BidRush — a faster, more flexible platform with modern tools, lower friction, and greater seller control.
We believe local online auctions should be affordable and feel modern, exciting and easy to use.
BIDRUSH SELLERS. BIDRUSH AUCTIONS.
Hear directly from sellers using BidRush to simplify estate sales, downsizing, and inventory clear-outs.
Operator stories
“We have been in business as a transitional liquidation outfit since 2008. We looked at BidRush long and hard. We were able to access the market and produce a 100% sell through, resulting in a $10,000+ auction result on 147 lots. We'll definitely keep it going.”
“We recently completed an auction with BidRush and could not be more pleased with the results. With over 90% of lots sold, this meant that contents went to people who wanted the items and this helped to divert items that may have went to landfill. Both we and our client were delighted!”
“What I love about BidRush: direct access to buyers (including phone numbers) for smoother pickups, direct control over refunds, and the ability to correct catalog mistakes while the auction is in progress. Low fees are a major plus for my clients, and buyers love the low buyer premiums.”
“BidRush delivered better prices than other auction platforms I've used. 98% Sold. It's intuitive to use. No approval delays to publish the auction, and the ability to retain the buyer's premium made a big difference! BidRush is now a key part of how we run our auctions.”
“I honestly wasn't sure about BidRush since they had no buyers in Vancouver yet, but their marketing reached the right people and the platform was so easy to use that buyer participation and bidding weren't a problem at all.”
“I evaluated several platforms before choosing BidRush. What stood out right away was how simple it is to use. The mobile app makes cataloging and photography fast, which helps us get auctions live faster. Support is very responsive, and they act quickly on feedback.”
From collectibles to workshop equipment to vintage cameras, BidRush helps connect interesting items with motivated local buyers.
Seller differentiators
Every feature is built around real auction workflows — better economics, faster operations, and more flexibility for sellers.
Buyer's premium can offset platform fees entirely — with built-in option to collect Cash or ACH to save even more in fees.
Launch auctions in an hour without waiting on platform review queues.
Three times faster to list with iPhone or Android app with offline support and AI-assisted descriptions.
Update descriptions, photos, and details after an auction is live — including resetting bids or canceling lots.
Access buyer phone numbers and emails directly, without any restrictions.
We promote your business when marketing auctions — bringing visibility to your brand.
Issue refunds directly and manage buyer resolutions without waiting on platform support.
Run one auction with multiple pickup dates/times/locations i.e. if you have items with pickups at home and other items where pickup is from the storage unit.
Manage multiple pickup dates, times, and locations within the same auction.
Enable shipping, optional — access buyer address and ability to charge buyer directly from the platform.
Go live in under an hour without approval delays.
Sellers can follow auction bidding in real time.
The team
Operators, builders, and marketplace people. We've spent years inside online auctions — and we're bringing that experience into something new.
Co-Founder, Growth & Marketplace Strategy
Marketplace builder focused on scaling online auction operations, reducing seller friction, and growing buyer and seller ecosystems across North America.
“The future of online auctions is reducing friction everywhere — from pricing and onboarding to how quickly sellers can launch and grow.”
Co-Founder, Technology & Platform Solutions Architect
Technology and operations leader specializing in analytics, personalization, and scalable marketplace operations for global brands.
“The best marketplace operations are invisible to the customer — everything simply works.”
Enterprise Commerce Infrastructure
Veteran technology builder focused on scalable commerce infrastructure, transaction systems, and marketplace tooling.
“Great commerce technology should feel effortless — even when it's handling millions of transactions behind the scenes.”
Marketplace philosophy
BidRush helps connect local buyers with items that still have value, history, and usefulness — from full estates to garage shelves to business inventory.
Every auction creates discovery, competition, and new stories for old items.
Live demand signals from active categories across the BidRush marketplace.
BidRush combines real marketplace experience with modern technology to create a faster, more transparent way to buy and sell locally.