Yes, but once you are on the list of bidders, your competitors are alerted to your interest. Folks who are after the thrill of the win rather than paying what they think is right will keep pumping up their bid to stay ahead. Much better to lull them to sleep and then strike at the end. The esnipe fee is very reasonable and entirely worth it. Or snipe it yourself if you are able. That is a real adrenaline rush, slipping the bid in with just seconds to go.