Nobody knows how many auction sites are now online. There may be hundreds or even thousands of small venues trying to take some of the lucrative spotlight away from eBay. Some of the sites specialize in just one type of auction item, such as furniture, while others are general auction venues seeking their competitive edge by taking slightly different approaches to bidding and selling.

You may want to check out a few of the “other” leading online auction sites. Your needs, experiences, and opinions of a site will vary. Do not try selling at any site until you have taken some time to research it. Watch a few auctions and make a couple of small purchases to check the service. If possible, try to get some impressions and opinions from others who have made sales and purchases on a particular site.