Matched to buyer requests
When someone posts what they need, strixbi ranks your listings and puts you in the quote — not just waiting for random views.
Sell on strixbi
Kenya's classifieds apps charge for bumps and hope for views. strixbi also puts your inventory in front of buyers who post requests — with clear plans, local search, and a verified storefront.
Built for shops, traders, and side hustlers who want reach without burning cash on promotions every week.
When someone posts what they need, strixbi ranks your listings and puts you in the quote — not just waiting for random views.
Ward → constituency → county search means buyers near you see your stock before sellers three counties away.
Starter is free for 10 listings, back to the top every 48 hours. Pro Lite is KSh 1,499/month for 100 ads that return every day.
Phone-verified profile, trading location, and moderated images help buyers trust you before they chat.
Negotiate in one thread tied to the listing or quote. No juggling WhatsApp, SMS, and DMs.
Categories, filters, and listing fields that match how Kenyans actually sell — cars, phones, parts, and shop inventory.
Feature-focused comparison against popular local marketplaces. Competitor pricing varies by category and promotion — strixbi keeps seller costs on a simple plan.
| Feature | strixbi | Jiji | Facebook Marketplace | PigiaMe |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free tier to start | 10 listings | Limited free | Unlimited posts | Limited free |
| Flat monthly seller plan | From KES 5,974/mo (Pro Seller) | — | — | — |
| Pay-per-bump / promotion | optional | Yes | Limited | Yes |
| Buyer quote matching | Yes | — | — | — |
| Ward-level local search | Yes | Limited | Limited | Limited |
| Category filters (cars, phones, etc.) | Yes | Yes | Limited | Yes |
| Verified seller profile | Yes | Limited | — | Limited |
| In-app chat with buyers | Yes | Yes | Messenger only | Limited |
| Listing performance dashboard | Pro & Pro+ | Paid packages | — | — |
| strixbi handles payment | no — deal direct | no — deal direct | no — deal direct | no — deal direct |
Comparison reflects publicly available product models as of 2026. Third-party platforms may change pricing or features without notice.
Starter is free. Move to Pro Lite when a hundred ads, refreshed every day, is the shop you actually run.
Ten ads. Every other day, they go back to the top.
Free
Always
A hundred ads, back at the top every day.
KSh 1,499
Pay by M-Pesa or card
4,000 ads, back at the top every 12 hours.
KSh 5,974
Pay by M-Pesa or card
Unlimited ads, back at the top every 6 hours.
KSh 11,020
Pay by M-Pesa or card
Full feature comparison on pricing. Buying on strixbi stays free for everyone.
Register your storefront in minutes, post your first ad, and show up when buyers browse or request quotes near you.