Buying and selling with Bob Shop mobile apps

Buying and selling with Bob Shop mobile apps

With the Bob Shop mobile apps for Android and iOS, it is easy to buy, sell, and browse the site while on the move. The Bob Shop apps are free of charge.


Tip: We constantly strive to improve our apps, so make sure you are using the latest version.

Buying with the Bob Shop app

Take Bob Shop with you and never miss a deal! With the Bob Shop app, you can shop on the go. Buying with the Bob Shop app is simple and straightforward. You can either buy outright, or bid on an auction item from your mobile device. 

Tip: Opt to receive SMS alerts in order to stay up to date with your bids and the items in your watch list. You will also be able to increase your bids via SMS.

Selling with the Bob Shop app

The Bob Shop mobile apps enable you to quickly and easily create your listings and manage your orders.

To create a listing, take a photo of the product with your smartphone, or save the image on your phone. Open the Bob Shop app and click on Sell an item. Follow the prompts to list your product with all the necessary details.

If you wish to, you can create a listing on your mobile and later open it on your desktop computer or your laptop to add some fine touches.

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