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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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1,018
value
12,479
shipping
12,469
quality
12,463
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California
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The book is provided on affordable price. The checkout was quick and easy.

Date of experience: March 9, 2024
Nevada
1 review
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No I hate filling this $#*!
March 20, 2024

No I hate filling this $#*!. You make me fill this $#*! out before sale is finalized. You get complaints.

Date of experience: March 9, 2024
New York
1 review
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Well I'm not sure how to use coupon you gave me when I placed an order?

Date of experience: March 9, 2024
California
2 reviews
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Easy to find item I'm looking for, great prices, reasonable shipping

Date of experience: March 9, 2024

Easy to find what I want and check out
May 4, 2023
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Easy to find what I want and check out

Date of experience: May 4, 2023
North Carolina
1 review
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I chose tracking but changed my shipping black to regular shipping, but it charged me for quicker shipping anyway.

Date of experience: March 9, 2024
Colorado
1 review
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You didn't take my first credit card? So I ended up charging it instead of paying for it outright?

Date of experience: March 9, 2024
Illinois
1 review
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Easy and transparent except to know where the book would be shipped from - not apparent until the last step.

Date of experience: March 9, 2024
Florida
1 review
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Very good shopping experience i like the good rates you charge.

Date of experience: March 9, 2024
Ohio
1 review
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I am a poor user of technology; I wish it were easier. I am worried that the correct editions will be sent.

Date of experience: March 9, 2024
Washington
1 review
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I like that I can support my local bookstores by purchasing on this site!

Date of experience: March 9, 2024
New Mexico
1 review
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Your prices and checkout is great
March 9, 2024

Your prices and checkout is great. I don't have time to look at your site, but I'm impressed and look forward to returning.

Date of experience: March 9, 2024
Florida
1 review
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I found the exact book I wanted, as always! The price was fabulous

Date of experience: March 9, 2024
Kazakhstan
1 review
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Good international prices as well as the shipping time. But i'd rather pack big, old or antiquarian books in the cardboard boxes

Date of experience: March 9, 2024
Maryland
1 review
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Ordering was easy
March 9, 2024

Ordering was easy. The book was cheaper here than on Amazon. I can't say more because I just ordered it, so don't have it yet.

Date of experience: March 9, 2024
New Mexico
1 review
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Very good service
March 9, 2024

Very good service and prompt delivery. I knew you would have the book I was looking for.

Date of experience: March 9, 2024
Georgia
1 review
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My first order came quickly and in better condition than the review stated!

Date of experience: March 8, 2024
Colorado
2 reviews
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My original order came back canceled. I'm trying to submit a replacement order. I don't know or understand if I'm ordering the original item all over again, and thus will be canceled, or if I correctly submitted a replacement order.

Date of experience: March 8, 2024
Texas
1 review
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Easy to navigate website
March 9, 2024

Easy to navigate website. Comprehensive info on books.

Date of experience: March 8, 2024
Michigan
1 review
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Book available, great price!
March 9, 2024

Book available, great price! Helped tremendously to solve situation!

Date of experience: March 8, 2024
Washington
1 review
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Enjoyed finding the book I wanted
March 18, 2024

Enjoyed finding the book I wanted. Added a few extra books because free shipping at $39 was mentioned. Instead with an order of $52 the shipping cost doubled. Deleted extra books and returned to original shipping cost. What is it I don't understand?

Date of experience: March 8, 2024