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Alibris UK

4.5

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Alibris UK Reviews Summary

Alibris enjoys a strong reputation among customers for its extensive selection of books, particularly rare and antiquarian titles, coupled with competitive pricing and reliable service. Many users appreciate the straightforward pricing structure and flat-rate shipping, which enhance their shopping experience. However, some concerns have been raised regarding the checkout process, including difficulties in changing shipping addresses and the requirement for lengthy reviews, which can be frustrating. Overall, while customers express high satisfaction with the platform's offerings, there is room for improvement in user interface and customer support aspects.

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I put everything in my basket, then logged in and my basket was wiped empty. Wasted a lot of my time.

Date of experience: February 18, 2021
GB
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Having searched for a hard-to-find book for several weeks I finally found it on your store, which was easy to navigate, the guyest checkout was simple and efficient, and the shipping prices were fair.

Date of experience: February 18, 2021
Italy
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Excellent as always, though I see shipping costs more, so it would be useful if Alibris could provide a list of sellers that offer discounts for multiple orders.

Date of experience: February 17, 2021
NL
1 review
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No PayPal payment option
February 17, 2021

No PayPal payment option. This was previously offered. Also, updating address details was somewhat laboured on the site options.

Date of experience: February 17, 2021
Finland
1 review
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I have always been satisfied with the service and quality. Many thanks.

Date of experience: February 17, 2021
India
1 review
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Having a PayPal option would make shopping easier and more secure

Date of experience: February 17, 2021
GB
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Very straightforward process
February 17, 2021

Very straightforward process. Easy to use site. Very intuitive.

Date of experience: February 17, 2021
GB
1 review
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It would be good to have similar or associated books advertised underneath - "you might also like"

Date of experience: February 17, 2021
GB
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No indication to "Continue Shopping" when order placed. Had to go back to author. I chose Alibris because I've bought books from them before without problems

Date of experience: February 16, 2021
GB
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Simple and straightforward
February 18, 2021

Simple and straightforward. Even changing details was simple. You also appear to have had the best price.

Date of experience: February 16, 2021
GB
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Website quite easy to navigate but don't seem to be able to go back a page to alter text.

Date of experience: February 16, 2021
GB
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Very straightforward process
February 16, 2021

Very straightforward process. Although not having a sense of the shipping cost until the end of the checkout is unfortunate as it can be significant

Date of experience: February 16, 2021
NL
1 review
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Bought lots books over the years on Alibris. This is the place to find the reads you want and to support small bookstores with their business.

Date of experience: February 16, 2021
Portugal
1 review
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It's the first time, I'll wait to see if everything goes well

Date of experience: February 16, 2021
Brazil
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So far, I have always received a great service from alibris. Highly recommended.

Date of experience: February 15, 2021
Brazil
1 review
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First time so unable to accurately rate experience at present

Date of experience: February 15, 2021
GB
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Finally & easily found out-of-print book at a reasonable price, thank you.

Date of experience: February 15, 2021
Germany
1 review
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Even in the the browser on the phone a pleasure to use.

Date of experience: February 15, 2021
GB
1 review
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User friendly website and has the one I was looking for!

Date of experience: February 15, 2021
GB
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Useful source of, sometimes, obscure books. Delivery is normally efficient and quality of books has always been as described.

Date of experience: February 14, 2021