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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
12,734
shipping
12,724
quality
12,718
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Colorado
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Quick easy and exactly the book I wanted. Thank you.

Date of experience: April 13, 2024
Vermont
1 review
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Very straight forward order, received pretty promptly, and packaged well. Book was previously lightly used with hardly any noticeable wear.

Date of experience: April 13, 2024
New York
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Deceptive because WRONG IMAGE shown for edition that...
April 23, 2024
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Deceptive because WRONG IMAGE shown for edition that is for sale (history of italian renaissance art)
I almost ordered the wrong edition because of this
Illustration should show correct edition being offered

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: April 13, 2024

Easy, lots of options for what i needed, good prices
March 9, 2023
Previous review

Easy, lots of options for what i needed, good prices

Date of experience: March 9, 2023
Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Mislabled
April 23, 2024

One of the books in my order (*******-2) was labeled "Very Good," but came marked up. That was a bit disappointing. However most of the work is in good condition.

Date of experience: April 13, 2024
Georgia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Book Order
April 23, 2024

I wanted to order a book for a friend who had asked to borrow a book from me upon my finishing it. As my friend is my fantastic Sunday School teacher I wanted to give her this book for her own. I didn't think about this book published in 2012 being out of print now. I was so happy to find this book (Simple Understanding Revelation) at this website. I was even more pleased to receive it timely AND in mint condition. Thank you Alibris for being such a reliable business.

Date of experience: April 13, 2024
Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great service!
April 23, 2024

Great service! Very happy with all books I have ordered so far.

Date of experience: April 13, 2024
Maine
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I have always found what I was looking for and many things that I did not, in a good way.

Date of experience: April 13, 2024
Florida
1 review
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I like that I can find quality used books on Alibris.

Date of experience: April 13, 2024
Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I hate it when shipping cost is not shown when you are shopping.

Date of experience: April 13, 2024
Minnesota
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Ease of use is excellent
April 23, 2024

Ease of use is excellent. Descriptors of book condition are also clear.

Date of experience: April 13, 2024
Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I have long dealt with Alibris and am happy with their service

Date of experience: April 13, 2024
California
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Almost every other bookseller includes images of items they sell. I cannot believe your company does not require this. Thank you.

Date of experience: April 13, 2024
California
1 review
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Always great deals and live the culture of recycling
April 23, 2024
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Always great deals and live the culture of recycling

Date of experience: April 13, 2024

Great findings and very affordable!
January 8, 2024
Previous review

Great findings and very affordable! You guys are making culture to be really accesible this is for a way more better world! Way to go Alibris! Education is and always will be key! You guys are doing your part! THANK YOU!👍👍👍🔥👍👍

Date of experience: January 8, 2024
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Website worked smoothly to place order
April 23, 2024
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Website worked smoothly to place order. Thank you for wording this question as you did. The experience will be incomplete until after the books arrive and I can see them.

Date of experience: April 12, 2024

Efficient with well-organized website
April 20, 2023
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Efficient with well-organized website.

Date of experience: April 19, 2023
Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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This company needs more exposure!
April 23, 2024

Amazon, Thriftbooks, Abebooks, all hit and miss. Prices at Alibris are very reasonable, as is shipping.

Date of experience: April 12, 2024
Georgia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great documentary!
April 23, 2024

I lent my copy to someone and didn't get it back, so I bought another one. We watch it close to Christmas every year.

Date of experience: April 12, 2024
Australia
1 review
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The price of your books are ok but the shipping and postage is way to expensive thats the only negative

Date of experience: April 12, 2024
Wisconsin
1 review
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Good book
April 23, 2024

The book was in great condition and delivered promptly

Date of experience: April 12, 2024
Maryland
1 review
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No problems at all.
April 23, 2024

A great alternative source for finding things that I want to buy.

Date of experience: April 12, 2024
California
1 review
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Good job!
April 23, 2024
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Simple to use and had no problems. Book was as described.!

Date of experience: April 12, 2024

It was fine but I had a devil of a time going back...
March 10, 2022
Previous review

It was fine but I had a devil of a time going back to my cart where I had a book waiting for order. I had been searching other books. Eventually went to the history function in Chrome to find it. There seemed to be no obvious icon or name for the cart

Date of experience: February 8, 2022