On Budi, you can choose between two ways to place bids: max bids and manual bids. Here we explain the difference.
Max bid
With a max bid, you enter the highest amount you are willing to pay. The bidding engine then raises your bid automatically - always according to the applicable bid increment, using the smallest possible increase - up to your maximum amount.
Your max bid is hidden from other bidders. They only see the current leading bid.
Bids placed automatically by the bidding engine are marked with 
in the history.
Note! A max bid is sometimes called an "autobid" on other auction platforms.
Read more about how max bids work
Manual bid
With a manual bid (also called a "direct bid"), you enter an exact amount that is shown immediately as the leading bid. There is no automatic bidding and no hidden amounts.
You must monitor the auction yourself and raise your bid if someone outbids you. You cannot lower a manual bid.
Manual bids are available on items where the bid increment is at least SEK 500.
Read more about how manual bids work
Comparison
| Feature | Max bid | Manual bid |
|---|---|---|
| Visible bid | Increases automatically | Exactly the amount you enter |
| Automatic bidding | Yes | No |
| Hidden maximum amount | Yes | No |
| Can be lowered | Yes (down to the visible bid) | No |
Which should I choose?
- Choose max bid if you do not want to monitor the auction and want the bidding engine to handle the bidding for you.
- Choose manual bid if you want full control and to know exactly how much you are bidding.
