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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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Arkansas
1 review
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I hate the high price of shipping even from same seller
March 12, 2024
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I hate the high price of shipping even from same seller.

Date of experience: March 2, 2024

I would buy more books if shipping were not so high
November 30, 2023
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I would buy more books if shipping were not so high

Date of experience: November 30, 2023
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Thanks for having this lovely Journal designed by Josephine Wall at such an incredibly low price and free shipping! Wow! Thanks again!

Date of experience: March 2, 2024
Michigan
1 review
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I've never ordered before
March 2, 2024

I've never ordered before. As long as I get my purchase, I'll probably shop again!

Date of experience: March 2, 2024
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I do believe your shipping cost for one paperback will not cost $4.99 so it's frustrating to pay that amount. Yet, I'm very pleased with the cost of the book itself!

Date of experience: March 2, 2024
Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Lots of variety!
March 2, 2024

Lots of variety! Thank You for the great prices and selections. Peace & Health to Us All.

Date of experience: March 2, 2024
Oregon
1 review
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Happy to find the book I wanted at a good price and another book I liked.

Date of experience: March 1, 2024
Puerto Rico
1 review
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My experience with Alibris is insuperable and very...
March 2, 2024
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My experience with Alibris is insuperable and very valuable for me.

Date of experience: March 1, 2024

Always have been a good experience shopping with Alibris
December 23, 2021
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Always have been a good experience shopping with Alibris.

Date of experience: December 23, 2021
West Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Just as advertised
March 2, 2024

The book was just as advertised and arrived on time. Thank you!

Date of experience: March 1, 2024
California
1 review
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Alibris makes shopping for books simple and quick.

Date of experience: March 1, 2024
North Carolina
1 review
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FOR SALE ITEMS COULD BE BETTER CATALOGUED (SAME ITEM/TITLE KEEPS SHOWING UP LATER), BUT PATIENCE PAYS OFF. LOVE THIS SITE.

Date of experience: March 1, 2024

Love the prices, and to date everything I've ordered...
January 1, 2024
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Love the prices, and to date everything I've ordered has been exactly as described and expected. Great dealers.

Date of experience: January 1, 2024
Oregon
1 review
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Seems fairly easy
March 2, 2024

Seems fairly easy. Will see how.long it takes to get books.

Date of experience: March 1, 2024
Washington
1 review
0 helpful votes
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So far so good. Very good experience books were in pristine condition

Date of experience: March 1, 2024
Virginia
1 review
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Took a few too many steps, but if it makes the seller feel safe, then OK.

Date of experience: March 1, 2024

Payment seems to work pretty quick
July 24, 2022
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Payment seems to work pretty quick

Date of experience: July 24, 2022
Missouri
1 review
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I had 30 books chosen, placed multiple in wishlist. All disappeared and had to start over.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: March 1, 2024
Arizona
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Considering that this is my first time to order, I find it easy to place my order. Thank you.

Date of experience: March 1, 2024
Colorado
1 review
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IT's a great store and it's so cool getting a used...
March 1, 2024
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IT's a great store and it's so cool getting a used book instead of a new one!

Date of experience: March 1, 2024

Great experience from a great website!
January 3, 2022
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Great experience from a great website!

Date of experience: January 2, 2022
North Carolina
1 review
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I was pleased with being able to choose between softcover and hardcover. Also, having the option to buy a used book instead of a new one so I could save money.

Date of experience: March 1, 2024
Arizona
1 review
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Chef Prudhommes Seasoned America
March 1, 2024

I was very pleased to be able to find this book at a bargain price. It is an autographed copy. The book arrived when it expected in excellent shape

Date of experience: March 1, 2024
Massachusetts
2 reviews
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Excellent Book Buying Experience!
March 1, 2024
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The book that I ordered Adam Pendleon's Black Dada arrived in excellent condition and was reasonably priced for a much-sought-after art book.

Date of experience: March 1, 2024

I'm pleased with the discounts that I found on the...
October 6, 2021
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I'm pleased with the discounts that I found on the used books that I ordered. However, some of the books advertised at a lower cost were not available.

Date of experience: October 6, 2021
Nebraska
1 review
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The shopping experience was good, it's the fact that you add $5.00 to each item. Not sure that's what it would have cost for the two items I would have ordered other wise.

Date of experience: March 1, 2024