What is the ideal buffer time?
The buffer time specifies the number of seconds before the end of the auction that eSnipe is to attempt to place the bid. Our tests show the ideal buffer time to be about 4 to 8 seconds. Although we don’t recommend it, we have seen many auctions won with a 2 or 3 second buffer time. The smaller your buffer time, the more likely you are to miss the end of the auction. The larger your buffer time, the more likely you bid will be placed, but you also stand a better chance of being out sniped. If you are concerned about eBay being slow during a very important auction, we recommend 10 seconds to play it safe.
