Final call
1 minTotal
1 min
A 1-minute countdown for the final bidding call.
Bidding countdown timer
Free Online Auction Timer
Use an auction timer for bidding windows, charity auctions, classroom auctions, fundraising lots, silent auction closes, and final-call moments. Keep the countdown clear so bidders know when the lot closes.
Built for this job
Hosts can make bidding windows visible and fair.
Bidders know how long remains before the lot or round closes.
Event teams can move to a controlled room when the timer is shown on a venue screen.
Final call
Ready
1:00
A 1-minute countdown for the final bidding call.
Timer presets
Controls
Create controlled roomUse this setup in XTimer
Need a controller link, viewer display, or shared room?
Keep this simple timer for quick work. Move into an XTimer room when one person controls the clock and another screen shows it to a speaker, team, class, or audience.
Presets that match real work
Start from a timer people already understand.
Each preset has a clear use case, duration, and workflow. That makes the page useful for search visitors immediately, and gives professional users a natural path into XTimer rooms when they need separate controller and viewer devices.
Quick lot
3 minTotal
3 min
A 3-minute bidding window for fast lots.
Standard lot
5 minTotal
5 min
A 5-minute auction timer for a single lot.
Silent auction close
15 minTotal
15 min
A 15-minute countdown before silent bidding closes.
Fundraising round
10 minTotal
10 min
A 10-minute timer for a donation or pledge round.
Professional setup
Use the simple timer first, then graduate to controlled timing.
State the bidding rules before starting the timer.
Use a short final-call timer after the main bidding window.
Keep the timer visible to both the auctioneer and the room.
Use a separate controller device for projected venue displays.
Frequently asked questions
What is an auction timer?
An auction timer is a countdown used to manage bidding windows, lot closes, final calls, silent auction deadlines, and fundraising rounds.
Can I use this for a silent auction?
Yes. Use the silent auction close preset to show how much time remains before bidding ends.
How long should an auction timer be?
Fast lots may use 1 to 3 minutes. Standard bidding windows often use 5 minutes, while silent auction closes may need 10 to 15 minutes.