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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
1,018
value
12,482
shipping
12,472
quality
12,466
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California
1 review
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I only wish that there was an option for the someone to notify me when the items were received/ or expect to be delivered.

Date of experience: March 24, 2024

I wasn't given an opportunity to enter the coupon code...
October 19, 2022
Previous review

I wasn't given an opportunity to enter the coupon code of YARN for my discount!

Date of experience: September 19, 2022
Utah
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Trouble placing it
April 3, 2024

Trouble placing it. I have two accounts and it tells me something is wrong several times before it goes through.

Date of experience: March 24, 2024
Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Super easy to find what I needed, checkout process was super quick and easy.

Date of experience: March 24, 2024
Oregon
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I was able to change my shipping address but the billing address.

Date of experience: March 24, 2024
Illinois
3 reviews
0 helpful votes
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I'd open an account to "save time" next time but I CAN'T DEAL WITH ONE MORE PASSWORD!
So, this 76-yr-old gal will continue to shop as "guest". You guessed it!

Date of experience: March 24, 2024
New Mexico
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Ordered all books from same seller. Hoping it will lower shipping.

Date of experience: March 24, 2024
Illinois
1 review
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Very easy to find what you're looking for at Alibris, place your order and the books come very promptly

Date of experience: March 24, 2024
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Always find what I'm looking for
April 3, 2024
Updated review

Always find what I'm looking for. Great selection and price.

Date of experience: March 24, 2024

Love this place!
March 29, 2024
Previous review

Love this place!

Date of experience: March 19, 2024
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Alibris is the best!
April 3, 2024

Alibris is the best! Over the years Alibris has fulfilled many a book order and I have been well pleased every time.
Thank you, Alibris!

Date of experience: March 24, 2024
South Carolina
1 review
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Perfect purchase
April 3, 2024

I ordered a set of used paperback books to be read in sequential order. Expected them to look used. Was very impressed to see the books are brand new. Package was sturdy and order did not take long to arrive. I saved money and got a nice set of books.

Date of experience: March 24, 2024
Michigan
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Excellent experience.
April 3, 2024
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No frills. Quick and easy. Delivered in timely manner.

Date of experience: March 24, 2024

Should show shipping during the first viewing of used books.

Date of experience: June 11, 2021
Utah
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I like the site, just don't order any books with the little delivery truck on them, they might not be in stock, even though they're listed.

Date of experience: March 24, 2024

I enjoy getting books here, I feel better about supporting small independent book sellers rather than large business' (Amazon).

Date of experience: October 17, 2023
California
1 review
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Shopping here is great; always find what I want, even though I do not think you will have it: too old, obscure, not popular, etc. Thank you for the wonderful inventory and for making a purchase quick and easy.

Date of experience: March 24, 2024
California
1 review
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Very difficult to know when the free Alibris shipping applies as it shows up in the cart as if the shipping charges will be charged. The whole thing took a long time. Also could not find shipping policy for Orca if I ordered more than 1 book. Need more transparency on shipping!

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: March 24, 2024
Wisconsin
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The site is easy to use and tells me what I need to...
April 3, 2024
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The site is easy to use and tells me what I need to know about a book, particularly the condition of the book and the number of pages.

Date of experience: March 24, 2024

I find this site easy to navigate, especially the sorting optios.

Date of experience: August 30, 2022
Michigan
1 review
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I am using an old browser and you guys accommodated me. Thanks

Date of experience: March 24, 2024
Michigan
1 review
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My overall shopping experience was very nice the site is easy to use everything was clear and understandable. Can't wait to receive my books🥰

Date of experience: March 24, 2024
New York
1 review
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I hope free shipping would be calculated and reflect on total before we actually proceed to payment. That kinda made me hesitate cause I don't want to pay for S&H. Thank you

Date of experience: March 24, 2024
Texas
1 review
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Great n easy, but I dont feel I need to say much more than this.

Date of experience: March 24, 2024
Washington
1 review
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I have always loved shopping on Alibris. I first started in 2007 when trying to find decent prices for textbooks. It is 2024 now and they remain a great resource.

Date of experience: March 24, 2024