PrimeBid is a free AI-powered assistant that uses artificial intelligence to help you discover and find the best lots in Catawiki's weekly curated auctions. You can chat naturally in 10 languages, search by text or photo, and get real-time auction recommendations.

How does the AI auction assistant work?

Simply type your search in natural language or upload a photo of an item for AI identification. The AI assistant searches Catawiki's live weekly auctions and returns the best matching lots with real-time prices, countdown timers, and direct links to bid on Catawiki.

Is PrimeBid free to use?

Yes, PrimeBid is completely free. It is an AI assistant that helps collectors and buyers find extraordinary objects in Catawiki's weekly curated auctions at no cost.

What types of items can the AI assistant find on Catawiki?

The AI assistant helps you find any type of item on Catawiki's auctions: fine art, antiques, jewellery, watches, coins, collectibles, vintage items, classic cars, wine, books, cameras, and hundreds of other special categories — all curated by experts.

Can I identify an auction item from a photo using the AI?

Yes. The AI assistant includes photo identification: simply upload an image of any object and the AI will identify it and search for matching lots currently available on Catawiki's live auctions.

How much is the buyer's premium on Catawiki?

Catawiki charges a buyer's premium of 9% on top of the final hammer price. For example, if a lot sells for €200, you pay €200 + €18 (9%) = €218 before shipping costs. Creating an account and bidding is completely free.

What are the seller fees on Catawiki?

Listing on Catawiki is free. If your item sells, Catawiki charges a success fee of 12.5% to 16% of the final hammer price, depending on the category and account type. If the item does not sell, you pay nothing. Sellers are paid approximately 30 days after the auction closes.

How does bidding work on Catawiki?

Catawiki uses proxy bidding: you enter your maximum bid and the system automatically bids on your behalf up to that amount. Auctions typically run for 14 days. An anti-sniping feature extends the auction if a bid is placed in the final minutes, giving other bidders time to respond.

Can I set a price alert for a Catawiki search?

Yes. After searching for any item on PrimeBid, you can tap the bell icon to set a price alert. You will receive an email notification when new lots matching your search appear within your price range on Catawiki's auctions.

What is the Catawiki Buyer Guarantee?

Catawiki's Buyer Guarantee protects you if an item significantly differs from its description, is proven to be a forgery, or does not arrive. You have a 30-day window to open a dispute. Catawiki mediates all disputes between buyers and sellers.

Find better opportunities on Catawiki with AI

AI that searches, filters and alerts — so you always bid first on Catawiki. Search by text or photo, set price alerts and discover extraordinary lots in 10 languages.

AI Auction Search

Type any search term or upload a photo for AI identification. PrimeBid searches Catawiki's live weekly auctions and returns the best matching lots with AI Scores (0–100), countdown timers, and direct bid links.

Price Alerts

Save any search as a price alert. Get emailed the moment a matching lot appears on Catawiki within your budget — free, cancel any time.

AI Score

Every lot receives an AI Score (0–100) combining match quality, collector demand, urgency and price. Higher scores mark the best opportunities — so you bid first.

10 Languages

PrimeBid works in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Dutch, Danish, Norwegian, Finnish and Swedish. The assistant automatically detects your browser language.

Featured Categories

Fine Art — paintings, drawings, prints and sculptures
Antiques & Collectibles — curated rare objects from every era
Jewellery & Watches — vintage and contemporary pieces
Cameras & Photography — classic film and digital equipment
Wine & Spirits — fine and rare bottles
Books, Maps & Manuscripts — first editions, atlases and documents
Classic Cars & Motorcycles — iconic vehicles and memorabilia
Coins & Stamps — numismatic and philatelic collections
Vintage Fashion — designer clothing and accessories
Furniture & Design — decorative arts and designer pieces