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Alibris

4.7

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alibris.com
Founded in 1998
Berkeley, CA, United States
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Alibris Reviews Summary

Alibris enjoys a generally positive reputation among customers, particularly for its wide selection of used books at competitive prices and reliable shipping. Many customers appreciate the timely delivery and the ability to track orders, contributing to overall satisfaction. However, concerns arise regarding the variability in book conditions, with some items not meeting expectations, and delays in shipping for urgent needs. Additionally, the separate shipping fees for each book can deter purchases. Despite these issues, the platform remains a favored choice for many due to its extensive inventory and user-friendly website.

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service
1,033
value
12,697
shipping
12,687
quality
12,681
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Kentucky
1 review
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Bought a book
June 15, 2024

Book was in good condition book arrived quickly and my alerts ti its delivery were accurate and I appreciate that

Date of experience: June 5, 2024
Maryland
1 review
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Alibris has a quick platform for used books that I...
June 15, 2024
Updated review

Alibris has a quick platform for used books that I have used for years at great prices. Thank you!

Date of experience: June 5, 2024

Quick search is great, dependable service, and affordable
December 4, 2022
Previous review

Quick search is great, dependable service, and affordable. Thank you!

Date of experience: December 4, 2022
Puerto Rico
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Excelente!
June 15, 2024

El libro llegó en excelentes condiciones. Volvería a comprar.

Date of experience: June 5, 2024
Wisconsin
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Excellent
June 15, 2024
Updated review

I have ordered from Alibris for about 7 yrs. And have never been disappointed.
The books are in awesome shape.At times it was hard to believe they were used.
They have always been delivered on time also.

Date of experience: June 5, 2024

I always shop Alibris and never have never
Been disappointed. The books are always in good shape and
Always delivered when they say they will be. Very satisfied.

Date of experience: January 18, 2023
Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I found what I needed pretty quickly and at a good price. I prefer not to support mega corporations.

Date of experience: June 5, 2024
Oregon
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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I was confused about the shipping charge. Because my ordered totaled more than the $39.00 of qualifying books I thought the shipping charge would be free, but it showed $20. When I eventually placed the order it reduced the shipping charge to $4.99. I wanted to see the final shipping charge when I first viewed the order. I didn't see the shipping charge until right before I placed the order.

Date of experience: June 5, 2024
New Hampshire
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Quick and easy!
June 15, 2024
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Quick and easy! My order always arrives. I have had no problems.

Date of experience: June 5, 2024

Seller responded to me quickly
November 2, 2022
Previous review

Seller responded to me quickly - twice!

Date of experience: November 2, 2022
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I love Alibris!
June 15, 2024

I always order from Alibris. Even if the book is out of print, I can find it on Alibris! The price is always right.

Date of experience: June 5, 2024
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great company!
June 15, 2024

Great company! Honest, straightforward with very good pricing.

Date of experience: June 5, 2024
Montana
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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ANOTHER satisfied customer!
June 15, 2024

I purchased a hard to find cd but I was treated quite well by the seller!🙂
Other online sellers were charging entirely TOO much for the same cd...I think sometimes people will refer to sellers like that as "scalpers" which is not a compliment but at the same time you call a spade a spade
Whenever I purchase something from a seller on Alibris I am ALWAYS treated kindly on the price and the service is OUTSTANDING!Thanks again! A+ 👍👍

Date of experience: June 5, 2024
France
1 review
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N/a
June 15, 2024

I wish shipping costs were combined since most of my purchase came from one shipper but I basically had to pay the same shipping per book (slightly discounted for books 2+).

Date of experience: June 5, 2024
South Carolina
1 review
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Order Arrived in a Timely Manner
June 15, 2024
Updated review

I received the product I ordered in the timeframe that I expected.

Date of experience: June 5, 2024

Lovely shopping experience
January 9, 2022
Previous review

Lovely shopping experience. Lots of selections and availability.

Date of experience: January 9, 2022
Arizona
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Okay, I think.
June 15, 2024

I think I received the book, in advertised condition, in a reasonable time. Now, assuming I did receive it, I don't know where it is, probably in a stack of books on the floor.

Date of experience: June 5, 2024
Michigan
1 review
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Best prices I've found for books, the delivery is always fast, and the books are always in the exact condition described. Forever satisfied! I will be book shopping here for years!

Date of experience: June 5, 2024
Texas
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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You always have copies of this book for me to bless...
June 15, 2024
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You always have copies of this book for me to bless others with

Date of experience: June 5, 2024

You always have what I'm looking for
December 15, 2021
Previous review

You always have what I'm looking for. I have gifted this book to numerous friends and always come back to replenish my supply.

Date of experience: December 15, 2021
Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Extremely easy website to navigate! Excellent customer service when needed every time.

Date of experience: June 5, 2024
Colorado
1 review
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Easy to find book I was after and purchase it quickly
June 15, 2024
Updated review

Easy to find book I was after and purchase it quickly. Very good.

Date of experience: June 5, 2024

Easy to navigate and easy to search & place orders
March 8, 2023
Previous review

Easy to navigate and easy to search & place orders.

Date of experience: March 8, 2023
Michigan
1 review
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Easy to place an order
June 15, 2024

Easy to place an order. Have ordered books through Alibris before also. Clear description of the textbook condition and shipping costs.

Date of experience: June 5, 2024
Canada
2 reviews
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Found a book
June 15, 2024

Found a book. Put it in cart.
Signed into account. Cart is empty.
Had to search for book again, and re-add to cart.

Date of experience: June 5, 2024
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Only issue I had was that the Am Ex kept not working & all if the info is correct.

Date of experience: June 5, 2024