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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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1,032
value
12,710
shipping
12,700
quality
12,694
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I subscribed to the newsletter, but didn't get a coupon code.

Date of experience: April 4, 2024
California
1 review
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I was surprised that you prioritized a one time address for a gift for a friend over my own billing and address and shipping address. Glad I caught it!

Date of experience: April 4, 2024
Colorado
1 review
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The shipping charges are misleading compared to the book prices. I thought that I was getting a great deal originally and after shipping charges its only mediocre at best!

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: April 4, 2024
Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great selection
April 15, 2024

Great selection. The credit card bit looked a bit insecure, so it was good to see a PayPal option.

Date of experience: April 4, 2024
Texas
1 review
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Great value
April 15, 2024
Updated review

Ordered a series of Vince Flynn books as I read one of them and was looking forward to reading all books Vince wrote. Unfortunately Vince Flynn died at an early age so there is a limit as to the number of books he actually wrote. Alibris had a tremendous inventory of all of Vince's books and the prices were absolutely the best among all other online book stores. I had done business with Alibris out of print books priior to my interest in the Flynn books and those experiences were also very favorable for Alibris.

Date of experience: April 4, 2024

Especially like the number of books available and the...
December 20, 2023
Previous review

Especially like the number of books available and the prices of the hardback
Versions. Have used Alibris in the past for older/out of date books and have been
Very satisfied with the service.

Date of experience: December 19, 2023
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Always my best choice
April 15, 2024
Updated review

Alibris has never disappointed. Prices are good, delivery is excellent. I am a thoroughly satisfied customer.

Date of experience: April 4, 2024

I always come to Alibris first
February 7, 2023
Previous review

I always come to Alibris first - you never fail to have what I need at prices I can manage.

Date of experience: February 7, 2023
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Alibris is my "go to" book store.
April 15, 2024
Updated review

Since becoming an Alibris customer, I have ordered about six books, and every order has always been received within several days. I am impressed at the overall quality of each book's condition, and the affordable book costs are, by far, "the best" whenever I do comparative shopping. Thank you, Alibris, for your A-1 service!

Date of experience: April 4, 2024

I have ordered several items from Alibris, and I find...
February 2, 2024
Previous review

I have ordered several items from Alibris, and I find your service to be excellent.

Date of experience: February 1, 2024
New Jersey
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Excellent experience
April 15, 2024

Everything was delivered earlier than expected and in the exact condition I expected

Date of experience: April 4, 2024
Washington
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Love this site
April 15, 2024

Love this site. Use it often. Have recommended it many times

Date of experience: April 4, 2024
Texas
4 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Totally happy with the selection I found and the prices. Plus I'm excited and encouraged by the date the order will be delivered. Just in time for my son in laws birthday!

Date of experience: April 4, 2024
North Carolina
1 review
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Fun shopping for music, movies and literature. Thank you.

Date of experience: April 4, 2024
South Carolina
1 review
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Thank you
April 15, 2024

It was easy and a great price Thank you Great experience

Date of experience: April 4, 2024
Tennessee
1 review
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Smaller than other socks
April 14, 2024

Ordered from 2 different companies and the socks said they were XXL size but smaller than socks that look exactly like these.

Date of experience: April 4, 2024
Texas
1 review
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Great price, fast delivery.
April 14, 2024

It was easy to order and it was quick to be shipped and received.

Date of experience: April 4, 2024
Colorado
1 review
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Ordering was easy
April 14, 2024

Ordering was easy. Now will see how well they come through?

Date of experience: April 4, 2024
Florida
1 review
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I had no difficulty searching for the exact book I wanted to purchase. I typed in the book title in the search box, and instantly found what I was searching for.

Date of experience: April 4, 2024
Illinois
1 review
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Such an amazing website!
April 14, 2024

Such an amazing website! Have gotten all books in a series I'm reading for a low price!

Date of experience: April 4, 2024
Louisiana
1 review
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Product was exactly as listed
April 14, 2024

I paid extra for expedited shipping, it did not come at the expected time. Once I got the item it was exactly as listed.

Date of experience: April 4, 2024
Oklahoma
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Shipping too high for books, which usually go snail mail

Date of experience: April 4, 2024
District of Columbia
1 review
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Great price, good delivery
April 14, 2024

Great price, very reasonable delivery time and process.

Date of experience: April 4, 2024