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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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Seemed quick, atraighrforward
March 19, 2026

Seemed quick, atraighrforward. I had to do this at night and my eyes aren't the Best Buy you made good distinction betmteen interllinears, and German printings.

Date of experience: March 8, 2026
Arizona
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Would like to be able access a list free shipping books... also from the beginning let someone know how to minimize shipping costs!

Date of experience: March 8, 2026
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Great Price For An Expensive Book!
March 19, 2026

I needed a book for my medical billing and coding class, but everywhere I looked they were $150+. My friend suggested this website and sure enough, I found the book I needed for $75 INCLUDING shipping. I don't think I've ever spent money so fast in my life.

Date of experience: February 2, 2026
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A great shopping experience.
March 19, 2026

I am always able to find the book I'm looking for at Alibris, and the prices are reasonable. I appreciate the fact that Alibris has so many book sources.

Date of experience: February 15, 2026
Canada
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First of all, I couldn't use my PayPal account to pay for this order because your system stated it had to be in US dollars. Erm... that should have beem automatic. Furthermore, why am I having to pay 5% sales tax in a country I don't even live in?! Once again, Alibris has illustrated why I rarely order from it any longer. I'll stick with booksellers anywhere else but the US.

Date of experience: March 8, 2026
Oklahoma
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Better Than Expected
March 18, 2026

I received the book in a timely manner, and it was well packaged as to insure no damage during transport. The book was in very good condition that exceeded my expectations. A used book could not have been in better condition than what I received. Thank you!

Date of experience: March 8, 2026
Texas
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I have been a customer for a very long time and Alibris has never failed to deliver great books at a low and easy cost. Than u!

Date of experience: March 8, 2026

Alibris is solid …… always has what I want
June 17, 2025
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Alibris is solid …… always has what I want. Been a customer for over 20 yrs. Great job guys!

Date of experience: June 7, 2025
Maine
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Great books at a great price
March 18, 2026

Great books at a great price. Your website is easy to use and the variety of sellers works out for me. Shipping, from your sellers, is always on time as promised.

Date of experience: March 8, 2026
California
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No discount available for a large order. All codes were expired. No senior discount. BUMMER!

Date of experience: March 8, 2026
California
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Checkout a bit opaque
March 18, 2026

Checkout a bit opaque. Need click the address even if there's only one. Need click underlined link rather than more prominent red button.

Date of experience: March 8, 2026
California
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Book was easy to find
March 18, 2026

Book was easy to find. Condition was easy to determine. Checkout was quick and easy (since I already had an Alibris account).

Date of experience: March 8, 2026
Louisiana
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I didn't like the way it said the full amount and then added the tax at the last minute. It also sent "unlock $5 off" but then it tells you it's for the next purchase

Date of experience: March 7, 2026
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What Amazon should have been.
March 18, 2026

Alibris makes finding and purchasing books easy and cost-effective for customers while *also* supporting independent bookshops and book sellers.

Date of experience: February 14, 2026
Singapore
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Delivering issues solving
March 17, 2026

Alibris system was very easy to trigger problem with delivering and connect me with seller with no problem.
Seller communication was very good, took care for solving my issues with delivering.

Date of experience: March 7, 2026
New York
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Shipping
March 17, 2026

Paid over $18 delivery fee for five copies of children's book, yet it took just over two weeks from first notice of books being shipped until they arrived... in a package (books were ok) that was torn/ripped open.

Date of experience: March 7, 2026
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I was very happy with my purchase overall, however the delivery tracking did not work properly. I did not receive updates and when I went online to track my purchase, no useful information was provided.

Date of experience: March 6, 2026
Mexico
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I had a search for the book with alibris and received an email showing a good price. The payment gateway worked smoothly. A satisfying experience.

Date of experience: March 6, 2026
Florida
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No way of talking to anyone on the phone and I contacted you via contact and the email was returned as rejected. You are lucky I made this order

Date of experience: March 6, 2026
Washington
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Very straightforward
March 16, 2026

Very straightforward. Easy process. I was able to read the description with regards to the condition of the book with one of the sellers. There may have been others that also had descriptions, but I was happy with the first one I found.

Date of experience: March 6, 2026
Texas
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This one has movies!
March 16, 2026

This one has movies! If you are looking for independent-oriented book shops, many competitors can help you. But only Alibris also sells video discs like DVD and Blu-Ray.

Date of experience: March 6, 2026