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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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Alibris makes book buying very easy and I certainly appreciate that.
It has good insights on the accounts of the sailors from the Essex and what they've been through after a bull sperm whale rammed the ship.
Purchase was easy. I have used alibris multiple times
They're great never had a problem and they're very very affordable
Easy, good price and you had what I was looking for
You had the book I needed for book club and my card on file. It was very efficient and the price was wonderful!
My experience in buying two books was satisfactory overall. The books were delivered on time, at very good prices.
Quick, efficient service, availability of desired books
Great site to find the item at the right price! I always get my order on time and sometimes it comes early! I look forward to doing business again with them.
Everything with my order went perfectly. Order was received in a timely manner
Bought the 1993 edition of the Narnia box set. Came fast, properly packaged, in great condition, and at an amazing price.
My experience ordering from Alibris has always been positive. On the rare occasion when there was a problem it was resolved quickly and to my satisfaction.
I like shopping with Alibris because I have found it to be a reliable site. The other reason I prefer Alibris to other sellers is because I have always been allowed to shop as a guest, rather than having to go through the annoying process of having to sign up for an account. It is extremely irritating to have to create and store yet another password. It is far less time consuming to type in my address than to drag out the book where I have to store all the passwords required for online shopping.
Good price, reasonable shipping time. Great selection of books
I was trying to extend my subscription for another month or pay the extra for the 120 day rental. I was routed to Vital source then back to Alibris. There is no customer support. I had to purchase the entire book again which does not seem right. There should be an easy option to extend the rental for another 30 days but there is not.
Ordering process was easy. However, delivery took longer than expected. I thought it would be faster especially since it was only going from NV to CA.
Overall well done. Happy with the price and proper straight forward order procedure.
Fast and easy.Found a book I've been looking for for years!
I am happy with the ordering and delivery process. I thought the price of the book was fair and the description of the book was adequate EXCEPT: the book smells of stale cigarette smoke. Ugh. It is repugnant. I'm reading the book in spite of this as I have a deadline to finish it by. But this experience, my first time purchasing a used book, has really turned me off to ordering used books online.
It would be helpful to be able to include a message when sending a book as a gift.
Book came too late for me to take on a trip. Otherwise everything was great.
Thank you. I will look forward to receiving the book.
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