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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
1,032
value
12,710
shipping
12,700
quality
12,694
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Maine
1 review
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Everything was great.
April 14, 2024

Everything was great no issues with ordering or delivery.

Date of experience: April 4, 2024
Colorado
1 review
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Always easy to find what I am looking for and easy...
April 14, 2024
Updated review

Always easy to find what I am looking for and easy to order. Favorite shopping experience for books

Date of experience: April 4, 2024

Always easy to find what I am looking for at a great...
April 1, 2023
Previous review

Always easy to find what I am looking for at a great price. Love Alibris

Date of experience: April 1, 2023
Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Delivery times are very long for Canada, but I know that is not Alibris' fault. The problem is with the postal services.

Date of experience: April 4, 2024
Washington
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Fine easy but it did not take my discount code at checkout.

Date of experience: April 4, 2024
Minnesota
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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The order system is fine
April 14, 2024

The order system is fine. My satisfaction now depends on the item shipping quickly and arriving undamaged even though that maybe out of this company's hands.

Date of experience: April 4, 2024
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Cost effective books
April 14, 2024
Updated review

My books I ordered came on a timely manner and in good shape.

Date of experience: April 4, 2024

Found the book recommended by my church and it was...
January 7, 2024
Previous review

Found the book recommended by my church and it was less expensive than other sites.

Date of experience: January 7, 2024
Texas
1 review
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Found a good selection of books I was looking for at...
April 14, 2024
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Found a good selection of books I was looking for at a good price, including free shipping. Alibris is my go-to site when I am looking books.

Date of experience: April 4, 2024

Easy to find item wanted
March 28, 2023
Previous review

Easy to find item wanted. Good price. Like the seller reviews. Helps select the one I want. Cheaper is not always better.

Date of experience: March 28, 2023
Minnesota
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I find that there is no phone support
April 14, 2024
Updated review

I find that there is no phone support. In the past, I have been somewhat frustrated when I wanted an order changed. Customer support has been minimal.

Date of experience: April 4, 2024

The website is poorly designed, especially when it...
July 29, 2021
Previous review

The website is poorly designed, especially when it comes to check out. I have had a couple of instances when the book was shpped to an address I no longer use. I never received the book. Nor did I get a refund. The helpdesk at Alibris was not useful either.

Date of experience: June 28, 2021
Tennessee
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great book
April 14, 2024

They are really helpful and the quality of the book is great. I highly recommend.

Date of experience: April 4, 2024
Minnesota
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy & quick
April 14, 2024

Easy & quick. Appreciate your title offerings and ability to use PayPal.

Date of experience: April 4, 2024
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I enjoy this company very fast and easy just wish it had a estimated time and date when the package was going to be arriving

Date of experience: April 4, 2024
Wisconsin
1 review
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Great seller
April 14, 2024

Product was exactly as described. Shipping was fast too.

Date of experience: April 4, 2024
Nebraska
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great Experience
April 14, 2024

Great prices, quick shipping, found an old product

Date of experience: April 4, 2024
Minnesota
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Good experience
April 14, 2024

1st order - went well! Glad to find this company! I will order again.

Date of experience: April 4, 2024
Massachusetts
1 review
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I go to Alibris first, best prices and good inventory to choose from. Also the books come timely and as described. SF.

Date of experience: April 4, 2024

Great prices and books arrive quickly
April 5, 2024
Previous review

Great prices and books arrive quickly.

Date of experience: March 25, 2024
Virginia
1 review
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Order arrived in good time
April 14, 2024
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I was pleased to find the title I was looking for and at a reasonable price.

Date of experience: April 4, 2024

Good service
May 7, 2022
Previous review

Good service. Thanks.

Date of experience: May 7, 2022
Georgia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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This is my first time shopping with you and there is no estimated delivery time

Date of experience: April 3, 2024
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I wanted to choose a different shipping method, with tracking, but don't see a way to do that. The system defaulted to standard shipping.

Date of experience: April 3, 2024
California
1 review
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The shipping cost is out of control. No option to combine shipping on items purchased from the same seller. Not every item should automatically be charged for single item shipping when multiple items are purchased from the same seller from the same location.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: April 3, 2024
California
1 review
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Tracking Orders
April 14, 2024

I would find it most helpful if all sellers provided the tracking number link on the Alibris order page if for no other reason than some of the sellers have such poor customer service that I will no longer buy from them.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: April 3, 2024