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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
1,019
value
12,485
shipping
12,475
quality
12,469
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New York
1 review
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Just what I needed
May 7, 2024

I received an older version of the book I was looking for. Other than a little wear on the cover, the book is in great shape. I appreciate the different "ratings" of books. These help me choose whether I need or want a book in an immaculate/new shape or one that I can accept with a little wear. I've ordered books from Alibris before and their service is consistent. Thanks!

Date of experience: April 25, 2024
Missouri
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I need to check Alibris first.
May 7, 2024

We trust Alibris and have always been happy with what we buy!

Date of experience: April 25, 2024
Oregon
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Good shopping experience
May 7, 2024

Hard-to-find item (Asterix in German), arrived on time and in perfect condition.

Date of experience: April 24, 2024
Louisiana
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Fast service excellent quality
May 7, 2024
Updated review

I love Alibris. Checking out is a breeze! The book selections are excellent. There are numerous vendors to pick from with options for free shipping.

Date of experience: April 24, 2024

Shopping on Alibris is easy
January 11, 2023
Previous review

Shopping on Alibris is easy.

Date of experience: January 10, 2023
Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Nice service
May 7, 2024

Good response on time update information easy to access

Date of experience: April 24, 2024
Kentucky
1 review
0 helpful votes
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No thanks.
May 7, 2024

No thanks. In the world of digital communication, less is often more. A well-crafted 50 character text can convey more than a lengthy, detailed description. It serves as a teaser that prompts readers to delve deeper, to learn more about you or your professional capabilities. Crafting such a brief yet meaningful text can set you apart in the crowded digital space.

Date of experience: April 24, 2024
Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The shipping cost is too much. I don't know how but other companies charge half of what you did for shipping a good from US to Canada.

More to the previous comment, my book was supposed to be delivered yesterday at latest, but I've not received it yet.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: April 24, 2024

The shipping cost is too much
April 17, 2024
Previous review

The shipping cost is too much. I don't know how but other companies charge half of what you did for shipping a good from US to Canada.

Date of experience: April 7, 2024
New Jersey
1 review
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Shipping Charges
May 7, 2024

I ordered a number of books, some from the same store. Each had a separate shipping charge, often more than the books themselves. Books from the same store arrived in one package and not separately so the charges should have been reduced.

Date of experience: April 24, 2024
Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Eve Sleeps
May 7, 2024

The order arrived quickly and in good condition. Not an easy book to find.

Date of experience: April 24, 2024
Missouri
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Site is easy to navigate, easy to make a purchase
May 7, 2024
Updated review

Site is easy to navigate, easy to make a purchase. Great website.

Date of experience: April 24, 2024

Excellent selection, prices and site is easy to navigate
December 30, 2022
Previous review

Excellent selection, prices and site is easy to navigate.

Date of experience: December 30, 2022
Oregon
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Best price for this book I could find, even with including the shipping charge.

Date of experience: April 24, 2024
Minnesota
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Even though there may be a newer editionim fine with this one at a great price

Date of experience: April 24, 2024
Canada
1 review
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I do not seem to be able to delete an old address. Non Current.

Date of experience: April 24, 2024
California
5 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Great site easy to find out of print books
May 7, 2024
Updated review

This website enables me to order print books that are out of print or otherwise difficult to obtain.

Date of experience: April 24, 2024

Easy to find books
May 1, 2024
Previous review

Easy to find books

Date of experience: April 21, 2024
Connecticut
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great book, great service.
May 7, 2024

Hi quality book, very easy to order fast delivery, and great price!

Date of experience: April 24, 2024
Alabama
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Found what I needed
May 7, 2024

Very good. Enjoyed the process of locating the books that I was interested in. Placing the order was easy as well.

Date of experience: April 24, 2024
Alabama
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great value
May 7, 2024

Both of my books were in great shape as promised and extremely reasonable in price. I use Alibris any time I want a book that is out of print or that I need a few copies of for school that I can highlight and write in for class (teacher).

Date of experience: April 24, 2024
Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Appreciated the seller's concise description of book condition and hoping it's on the money!

Date of experience: April 24, 2024
New York
1 review
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Alibris is a great option for used books. I have recommended this site to several people.

Date of experience: April 24, 2024
Ohio
1 review
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I left a note prior to checkout. Annoyed with a number of things, including finding free shipping items, which I will also add that when I see a link to items with lower $, and I click on a link looking for free shipping items, I often saw only items for like $60. And it's annoying to get a checkout page without a list of items. I gave an extra star because you did have a couple items I needed. Thank you. And I just now see that I must agree to allowing my feedback to be published. I really don't want to, but I want you to read this. So are you more interested in publishing reviewers' feedback, or hearing my concerns? It appears to be the latter.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: April 24, 2024