eGun, Auctronia and VDB compared: which marketplace for what

The online trade of hunting and sporting firearms is booming. More and more hunters and shooters are looking for their gear online – and come across different platforms, each with its own strengths. Here we present the four most important marketplaces – and show you what to watch out for.

Gunfinder

Gunfinder is today the largest online marketplace for hunters and shooters in the German-speaking region – with over 1 million monthly users and more than 80,000 searches per day.

What makes Gunfinder special:

• Free listings for sellers
• Offers from dealers & private sellers
• Smart filter search by caliber, condition, region, price & much more
• High reach through strong platform networking

Gunfinder offers maximum transparency, easy use, and modern security features – for buyers and sellers alike.

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eGun

eGun has been one of the pioneers in online firearms trading since 2002. Many users appreciate the auction principle and the large community.

Sellers pay listing fees on eGun, buyers can browse for free. The platform offers both new and used items – but with a somewhat outdated user interface.

Note: Currently, eGun listings are not automatically displayed on Gunfinder.
This means: listings created on eGun do not currently appear as usual in the Gunfinder search.
If you want to use Gunfinder’s reach, you can list your offer directly for free.

Auctronia

Auctronia, operated by Frankonia, is mainly aimed at buyers looking for new firearms and equipment. The platform is clear and secure, but strongly focused on dealers. Auctions and private listings are rather the exception.

VDB / Progun

The marketplace of the Verband Deutscher Büchsenmacher is a specialist trade portal for verified listings. Prices are usually a bit higher, but buyers benefit from high-quality service and advice. Sellers here are exclusively specialist dealers.

Conclusion: Everything at a glance with Gunfinder

Gunfinder bundles listings from numerous providers and platforms at a glance – except eGun, which is currently not integrated. With smart filters, you quickly find the right listing – whether rifle, shotgun, or optic.

For sellers, Gunfinder offers maximum visibility – free of charge and without effort.

👉 List now for free