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strixbi is Kenya's smart classifieds marketplace
Browse listings, get matched quotes, and deal directly with sellers. Buying is free. Sellers pay for capacity and reach. Last updated 2026-08-26.
What is strixbi?
strixbi is a classifieds marketplace for Kenya. People browse live ads by category and location, chat with shops, and post quote requests when they want sellers to come to them. The product tagline is Sell Better. The website is https://strixbi.com.
Is buying on strixbi free?
Yes. Buyers browse, search, save listings, request quotes, and message sellers at no charge. Money only changes hands between buyer and seller. Seller subscription plans apply only when someone publishes inventory.
Does strixbi take payment or deliver goods?
No. strixbi does not process checkout for listed goods and does not run delivery. Agree price, payment (including M-Pesa between the two of you), and pickup or delivery directly with the seller. Seller storefront subscriptions are a separate bill — Paystack in KES, M-Pesa first, card as fallback. Meet in public, safe places and keep the conversation in strixbi chat.
What can I buy and sell on strixbi?
Browse and list across Vehicles, Phones & Tablets, Electronics, Home, Furniture & Appliances, Construction, Electrical, HVAC, Commercial Equipment & Tools, Fashion, Beauty & Personal Care, Leisure & Activities, Babies & Kids, Services. Filter by ward or county. Used cars, phones, and electronics in Nairobi are typical searches — the same browse and quote tools apply everywhere Kenya coverage is live.
How do I buy on strixbi?
Two paths. Browse categories such as cars, phones, and electronics, filter by ward or county, then chat the seller. Or post a request describing what you need and receive matched quotes from nearby shops. Use browse when you want to compare ads yourself; use a request when you want sellers to quote you.
How do quote requests work?
Post what you need in plain language, or attach a photo or list. strixbi matches live listings nearby and ranks sellers on fit, locality, trust signals, and plan priority. Open a quote into chat, compare, and deal directly. Quote matching is the request path; browse is the feed path. Both stay free for buyers.
How do I sell on strixbi?
Create a storefront with a verified phone and email, add your trading location, then post an ad with photos, price, and category fields. Listings appear in browse results and in quote matches. Start on Starter (10 active listings, manual refresh) and upgrade to Pro Seller, Pro+, or Enterprise for higher caps, automatic recycle to the top of the feed, and stronger placement in quote matching.
What are the seller plans?
Starter: 10 active listings. Pro Seller: 4,000 ads, recycle every 48 hours. Pro+: unlimited ads, recycle every 12 hours. Enterprise: unlimited ads, recycle every 6 hours, multi-agent logins, RFQ, and bulk import. Buying stays free on every plan. Prices and checkout are on the pricing page.
How is strixbi different from Jiji, Facebook Marketplace, or PigiaMe?
strixbi is built around local search down to ward level and around buyer quote matching — sellers are ranked into a quote when a buyer asks, not only when someone scrolls a feed. Seller pricing is a transparent plan (Starter, Pro Seller, Pro+, Enterprise) rather than pay-per-bump as the main growth lever. Like those marketplaces, strixbi does not take payment for the goods.
Is strixbi legit?
strixbi is the live product at strixbi.com — Kenya classifieds with verified seller phones and emails, screened listing images, and in-app chat. We do not invent customer reviews or social proof. strixbi never asks you to pay strixbi for an item; goods money stays between buyer and seller. Inspect in person, prefer public meeting spots, and write to support@strixbi.com if something looks wrong.
Where is strixbi available?
Kenya is the live market. Catalogue, geography, and pricing resolve to the visitor's country. Expansion coverage includes Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Ghana, and Nigeria as those markets come online.
How does strixbi keep listings trustworthy?
Sellers verify phone and email before publishing. Listing images are screened. Flagged content goes to review. Buyers should still inspect items in person, prefer public meeting spots, and keep chats on strixbi.
How do I contact strixbi?
Support: support@strixbi.com. Privacy: privacy@strixbi.com. Privacy policy, terms of use, and data-deletion instructions are published on strixbi.com.
Does strixbi have an app?
The marketplace is on the web at https://strixbi.com. Native iOS and Android apps wrap the same product. Seller subscription billing details live on the website pricing page so store checkout rules stay clear.
What is the strixbi ambassador programme?
Local sales ambassadors help sellers and shops join strixbi in their area. Apply on the ambassador page if you want to introduce storefronts in your community.
Common questions
Does strixbi handle payment and delivery?
No. strixbi is a marketplace, not a fulfilment platform. You agree payment, pickup, or delivery directly with the seller. That keeps fees down and keeps you in control of the deal.
When should I browse vs post a request?
Browse when you know the category and want to compare ads yourself — cars, phones, and so on. Post a request when you need several items, a specific part, or you want sellers to quote you instead of hunting listing by listing.
How do seller plans work?
Starter gives you 10 active listings. Pro Seller, Pro+, and Enterprise raise the cap, recycle ads to the top of the feed automatically, and unlock analytics. Buying stays free either way.
Can I sell as an individual?
Yes. Individual sellers and registered businesses both list. You need a verified phone number and email to publish.
Is strixbi legit, or is it a scam?
strixbi is a live Kenya marketplace at strixbi.com. Sellers verify phone and email before they publish; listing images are screened. strixbi does not take payment for goods, so you never send money to strixbi for an item — you deal with the seller. Inspect in person, meet in public, and keep chat on-platform. Support: support@strixbi.com.
How do I pay a seller? Can I use M-Pesa?
Payment for goods is between you and the seller — M-Pesa, cash, or whatever you both agree. strixbi does not collect that money. Seller storefront plans (Starter, Pro Seller, Pro+, Enterprise) are billed separately in KES via Paystack, with M-Pesa first and card as fallback.
Does strixbi have a mobile app?
Yes. The full marketplace is on the web at strixbi.com, and native iOS and Android apps wrap the same product. Seller plan prices and checkout details are published on the website pricing page.