BarterBee is a cross between Netflix and
BarterBee is a cross between Netflix and eBay, collective swapping of CDs and DVDs. Buzz is that the site may bee a little too heavy on the bee theme.
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Reader comments
DavidAug 27, 2004 at 6:41PM
I've always wanted to do this. I used to be sad when other people launched web sites that I wanted to do, but now I'm happy. I wish it was free, of course.
DAug 27, 2004 at 6:50PM
So, kinda like the former Switchhouse? Seems to redirect to Nintari.net now. I missed that place.
mitchAug 27, 2004 at 7:58PM
Jason, thanks for mentioning us! I'll be sure to pass your too heavy on the bee theme comment on. It gave me a good chuckle, we'll see what the web designers say. :)
As a thank you, I took the liberty and requested a promotional code to allow your readers to try out the service free for 30 days. I would like to also note that games should be up in September!
AnthonyAug 28, 2004 at 7:12AM
Why not get all your co-workers and friends to join Mediachest?
Jonas!Aug 28, 2004 at 1:52PM
the trial offer is great.
i think the search function needs to be more robust. like i would like to exclude anything that doesn't have the full artwork. also, the condition needs to be more detailed, probably.
i am not sure if the business model would work though, because of the upfront fee. and why use these "points" when they don't offer significant advantage over dollar signs?
anneleeAug 31, 2004 at 4:29PM
I checked out Barterbee, but found a better site at www.sonicswap.com
They have a less complicated system for trading, and also give you the mailers, but the real difference is the integrated user community part. I get to see my friends add stuff to their collections.
Check out my collection at this link:
http://www.sonicswap.com/member/public/member_profile.jsp?MemberID=&PublicMemberID=l9fP
helenSep 01, 2004 at 1:11AM
Ive just checked out Baterbee and www.sonicswap.com. Well, I wouldn't say Baterbee is worth... it's a question of your personal attitude.
frederickSep 01, 2004 at 1:33PM
not sure if i understand your comments helen?
can you please clarify?
DannySep 22, 2004 at 6:24PM
And the most simple of them all is Peerflix
This thread is closed to new comments. Thanks to everyone who responded.