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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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1,033
value
12,733
shipping
12,723
quality
12,717
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New Hampshire
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No problem in finding desired movies. I like your fine list.

Date of experience: April 23, 2026
Canada
1 review
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Seems to work well for non
May 3, 2026

Seems to work well for non- USA (Canadian) orders. However, shipping costs are a big factor in the total cost of a book especially when purchasing from Canada!

Date of experience: April 23, 2026
Illinois
1 review
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Very good
May 3, 2026

Very good. The only problem I had was the DVD and cds were mixed and really had to pay attention. Also some of the dvds were wide screen vs full screen and not all were listed in the title. But everything was good. That s why I lske to look on yr site!

Date of experience: April 23, 2026
New Mexico
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very awkward site, would not let me checkout and made me sellect items several times before they would load into my cart. No phone number for quick help or phone orders. Verne

Date of experience: April 23, 2026
Connecticut
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I can usually find books here that I can't elsewhere for less.

Date of experience: April 23, 2026

Shopping is quick and easy
August 29, 2025
Previous review

Shopping is quick and easy. Can usually find a less exp dive price than some major sites.

Date of experience: August 19, 2025
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very easy to use this site
No drama or frustration
Hope it is safe.
I will absolutely be back. I live near mystic, ct. We no longer have brick and mortar bookstores in our county. I do not even know where the closest book store is. That is why I use libraries now.
Bring back the bookstore!

Date of experience: April 22, 2026
Michigan
1 review
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I have been using this website for years and I love it. 90% of the time I can find any book I want cheapest here. All the used books look brand new. I have bought a few poor books but they were in great condition as well. Totally recommend this website to everyone I know.

Date of experience: April 22, 2026
California
1 review
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Alibris comes through!
May 3, 2026

Found the book I wanted in the condition I wanted in short time. Alibris is easy to order from., Delivery was in acceptable amount of time. Thanks!

Date of experience: April 22, 2026
Switzerland
1 review
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Book Purchase
May 3, 2026

The book I purchased was in very good condition as stated. The communication was timely. The price was very good and was the best deal that I found on the Internet. Alibris facilitated this transaction smoothly.

Date of experience: April 22, 2026
Pennsylvania
1 review
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Fast and food quality
May 3, 2026

Order arrived as described exceptionally quickly! A+++

Date of experience: April 22, 2026
Oregon
1 review
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Pretty good
May 3, 2026

Pretty good. I wish there was more uniformity in shipping time. I suppose with different vendors it would be nearly impossible to do.

Date of experience: April 22, 2026
Washington
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Something has changed and is very hard to get onto the site to order a book as I was used to doing. Not sure why or what has changed, but think I finally got my order done.

Date of experience: April 22, 2026

Efficient and easy to use
February 11, 2026
Previous review

Efficient and easy to use. Wish for more enlargement books.

Date of experience: January 31, 2026
California
1 review
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I love Alibris for the efficiency in finding the right books at an amazing price and getting all of it done without losing my place when I need to save it to my cart. I recommend this to everyone who likes to read and I keep coming back for more.

Date of experience: April 22, 2026
Oregon
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Found the books I needed at a great price. A very good, straight-forward experience.

Date of experience: April 22, 2026
1 review
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I got what I ordered
May 2, 2026

Nothing to say, really. I ordered the book. It said it was a used library book in very good condition... or something to that effect. (1st time I've used this site.) It came in a reasonable amount of time and was in great condition. I was a bit annoyed at the sticker on the front, but some libraries do that. What are you gonna do? :)

Date of experience: April 22, 2026
Illinois
1 review
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Have used you for years, my go to place
May 2, 2026
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Have used you for years, my go to place. Books, music or movies

Date of experience: April 22, 2026

The Pigman various
June 19, 2025
Previous review

Everything was as I expected, I have Rarely had a bad experience, and that is because I waited too long and somebody bought it first.

Date of experience: June 9, 2025
New Jersey
1 review
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Great and easy to order
May 2, 2026

Great and easy to order. Shipping is cheaper than amazon. I don't think paying double he price of the book for shipping is not fair.

Date of experience: April 22, 2026
California
1 review
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It's been great
May 2, 2026
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It's been great. Alibris has always been wonderful. Most often the books I look for are available.

Date of experience: April 22, 2026

Was easy to find
August 25, 2025
Previous review

Was easy to find. And can easily navigate your website. Thank you

Date of experience: August 15, 2025
1 review
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Creation and Fall
May 2, 2026

Very easy to order and good description of the condition of the book

Date of experience: April 22, 2026
1 review
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Great quality volume, delivered efficiently, very grateful

Date of experience: April 22, 2026