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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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I like your service and your prices.
I kind of wish that I could opt out of giving over my email address.
If the card is good, that should work well enough.
And then its my choice if I want emails.
I guess in a perfect world there would be a slow delivery option; more affordable.
This site always has the used books I want at a great price! The selection is good, even for art books.
I found the book I wanted right away, easily, at a great price.
I bought a hardback book. I received a paperback copy of the correct title instead. The cost is shipping to return the paperback for a refund would be three times as much as the cost. I thought I was stuck. When I wrote a review, Alibris contacted me and promised to refund my money and said I could just keep the Paperback.
Very easy to find the item that I desired. I was very happy with its condition and with the overall shopping experience. Thanks!
Very quick response to our request for information and the speed of the delivery surprised us here in New Zealand. Great experience.
Alibris provides good cheaper prices for brand new books that usually sell for much more. It's affordable and easy, but shipping does take a while. You might receive a damaged or defected book though.
Always a great experience. I have recommended Alibris to many of me neighbors and friends.
Easy to use and a breath of book options and indeed prices for each one.
Easy to use, more choices than others which helps on price and book condition.
My shopping experience with Alibris was exellent. I found a desired book, used a discount coupon, and the shopping process ran quickly and efficiently.
Book was shipped and received quickly and was exactly as advertised.
Alibris.com is always my first place to search for books and other media. Wide selection and good vendor service.
To date, I've ordered and promptly received several books from alibris.com. Your service is prompt and excellent. Thank you.
As an avid reader of non-fiction, alibris.com is my first stop always for book browsing and shopping.
I have purchased from Alibris for decades. It is a magical shop for me. Years ago I would visit their brick and mortar store.
I have been shopping Alibris since its' brick and mortar years. I always come back to Alibris.
Efficiency is always consistent! Easy to locate the books I need. No nonsense app that is direct to use without pages of disclaimers and offers.
I can depend on Alibris to have the resources I am searching for. I will definitely return to shop here again.
It was an expierience. A book was dellivered. I was mildly disappointed with the condition of the book. But it is not unacceptable. How's that
Easy site to use great options an price for shipping was actually fair from multiple shipment places. Not sure if the conditions of the DVDs are as said but soon find out
Always easy to navigate. Great to be able to quickly locate titles, prices and book conditions.
I was looking for a book mentioned at a seminar. I did not want to have to buy it used and pay an exorbitant amount of money for a textbook. I found it used, in good condition for extremely less.
In my experience, Alibris has the broadest inventory of new/used books available on line. Excellent quality and I have never had a problem with their mail order service...
Answer: Let's just say, they advertise falsely. They misrepresent what they are selling. Buyer beware.
Answer: Hi Dennis, That depends on where the seller is located and where your deliver address is as well. Generally, shipments within the States are delivered within a week or so, though holiday shipping might slow down a bit. If you send us the details with your order number in an email to [email protected] we can look into the specifics for you. Thank you for writing. Michael B. Alibris Customer Service
Answer: Hi Valerie, If you have had a problem with your Visa or PayPal transactions on our site, please let us know the details at [email protected] so that we can investigate for you. Thank you for your question. Michael B. Alibris Customer Service
Answer: HI Zoila, Delivery timeframes within the States are usually between 3 and 8 days, but it depends on where the seller is that is shipping the item to you. If you have already placed an order, please contact us at [email protected] with your order details and we can investigate for you. Thank you for writing. Michael B. Alibris Customer Service
Answer: Really Michael, contact you directly? Why should we have to. There is a bad trend here. Seems MANY of us contact you and you DONT respond
Answer: I saw the fake stellar reviews and did not dig deeper. I til... I had an issue. Initially, I wanted to give a small seller some business after COVID and the site looked really good. What a big mistake that was! Shame on this outfit.

