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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
1,033
value
12,699
shipping
12,689
quality
12,683
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New Hampshire
1 review
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Only objection is to shipping cost, otherwise fine

Date of experience: December 12, 2023
South Carolina
1 review
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I really wish that if you order multiple books (but not a ton!) from the same seller and location that shipping for subsequent books from them would be reduced.

Date of experience: December 12, 2023
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Alibris has always been a dependable source for quality books, old and new!

Date of experience: December 12, 2023
Kansas
1 review
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Aas always, really good
December 12, 2023
Updated review

Aas always, really good. Thanks for keeping good books in circulation. May God bless you with an abundance of faith, hope and love.

Date of experience: December 12, 2023

Always nice to get good books from you
August 3, 2023
Previous review

Always nice to get good books from you. Dont know how to use the coupons you send but thanks anyway.

Date of experience: August 2, 2023
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Clear instructions and easy to use, wide, affordable selection.

Date of experience: December 12, 2023
Massachusetts
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I have enjoyed my browsing as well as finding just what I was after. The information you share on each book is extremely informative as well as organized. My first visit, but not my last...it it only the beginning of enjoyable finds, and purchases

Date of experience: December 12, 2023
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great descriptions and cart optimization is useful!

Date of experience: December 12, 2023
Washington
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Good shopping experience with Alibris now and in the...
December 12, 2023
Updated review

Good shopping experience with Alibris now and in the past.

Date of experience: December 11, 2023

Good selection; great prices; easy checkout
November 20, 2022
Previous review

Good selection; great prices; easy checkout.

Date of experience: November 19, 2022

Good prices; good selection of CDs; easy checkout
November 7, 2022
Previous review

Good prices; good selection of CDs; easy checkout.

Date of experience: November 7, 2022
Oregon
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Thanks for providing books at a fair price, saving more than $10 than the A giant that once started by selling books at a fair price

Date of experience: December 11, 2023
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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First experience, didnt know what to expect and it all worked fine and looks well designed.
The name is a bit difficult to remember.

Date of experience: December 11, 2023
Washington
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Too good to find all these things
December 12, 2023
Updated review

Too good to find all these things. Thanks. Don't take up space missions. Love, Trudy

Date of experience: December 11, 2023

THANKS FOR HAVING WHAT i WANTED AND MORE...
December 2, 2023
Previous review

THANKS FOR HAVING WHAT i WANTED AND MORE...

Date of experience: December 2, 2023

Great
October 22, 2023
Previous review

Great. Good work, folks.

Date of experience: October 22, 2023

You had more than I came for, as well as what I wanted
May 31, 2023
Previous review

You had more than I came for, as well as what I wanted. THANKS.

Date of experience: May 31, 2023

Twice now this item has been "not available" when it...
February 25, 2023
Previous review

Twice now this item has been "not available" when it was listed as available. It's for my 96-year-old mom, who wants to see it badly. I need it now, not later. Hope it works this time. Trudy

Date of experience: January 26, 2023

I pushed the wrong button and didn't have the opportunity...
December 7, 2022
Previous review

I pushed the wrong button and didn't have the opportunity to get my $4 off coupon. Otherwise, it was great.

Date of experience: December 6, 2022

Thanks as always
October 20, 2022
Previous review

Thanks as always

Date of experience: October 19, 2022

YOU'RE THE BEST
October 18, 2022
Previous review

YOU'RE THE BEST

Date of experience: October 17, 2022

ALWAYS GLAD TO FIND BOOKS HERE!
September 21, 2022
Previous review

ALWAYS GLAD TO FIND BOOKS HERE!

Date of experience: September 20, 2022

It's too easy to buy, but thanks
August 9, 2022
Previous review

It's too easy to buy, but thanks.

Date of experience: August 8, 2022

Just thanks
August 1, 2022
Previous review

Just thanks.

Date of experience: July 31, 2022

Thanks for actually reducing shipping charges on multiple books ordered from one vendor. It helps.

Date of experience: April 18, 2022

Thanks for the free shipping
January 31, 2022
Previous review

Thanks for the free shipping.

Date of experience: January 30, 2022

I love Alibris
January 19, 2022
Previous review

I love Alibris. Hate Amazon. Please continue.

Date of experience: January 19, 2022

I love Alibris
December 19, 2021
Previous review

I love Alibris. Thanks for giving me an alternative to Amazon!

Date of experience: December 19, 2021

TOO MANY ADDS POPPING UP, BUT OTHERWISE I LOVE HAVING...
September 21, 2021
Previous review

TOO MANY ADDS POPPING UP, BUT OTHERWISE I LOVE HAVING FOUND THESE BOOKS. THANKS.

Date of experience: September 21, 2021

As usual I found more than I came for
February 7, 2021
Previous review

As usual I found more than I came for.

Date of experience: February 6, 2021
Arizona
3 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Alibris is the best!
December 12, 2023
Updated review

Alibris is the best! It's been my go-to book store for over 15 years and I just really appreciate what you guys have put together here. Thank you

Date of experience: December 11, 2023

Great store!
September 22, 2023
Previous review

Great store! I have used this online store for at least 2 decades, therabouts. Love the pricing, quick service and you guys have EVERYTHING! Love it! Thank you

Date of experience: September 22, 2023

This is the greatest Book Store on earth!
June 22, 2023
Previous review

This is the greatest Book Store on earth! I love you guys! I have given this website to all of my doctoral students, Master's students, employees, family and friends because THIS IS THE BOOK PLACE! Thanks for everything

Date of experience: June 22, 2023

Love, love, love this store
April 15, 2023
Previous review

Love, love, love this store. I've been shopping here for over 20 years. Started way back in grad school where I found amazing items at great prices, ALL OF THE TIME! I still shop here. Best online bookstore, and my personal favorite of all bookstores.
Dr. H

Date of experience: April 15, 2023

I've been shopping here for about 17 years
September 25, 2022
Previous review

I've been shopping here for about 17 years. I love the books and prices. Shipping is getting more expensive but such is life. Love this place! I have recommended this place to all my employees, and patients. Thank you

Date of experience: September 25, 2022

Love Alibris
September 29, 2021
Previous review

Love Alibris. I've been a customer for over 10 years. As a Behavioral Health Doctor and part-time hobbyist, I find some many great titles in your selections. Thank you

Date of experience: September 29, 2021

Easy, affordable, always reliable
May 29, 2021
Previous review

Easy, affordable, always reliable. Thank you

Date of experience: May 29, 2021
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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This would be more appropriately after the the book has been mailed and received by the buyer.

Date of experience: December 11, 2023
Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy to find books of interest and smooth checkout service

Date of experience: December 11, 2023
Massachusetts
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Every time I place a new order, the program defaults...
December 19, 2023
Updated review

Every time I place a new order, the program defaults to my daughters address in Washington State rather than to my home address in Massachusetts. This has caused some orders to go to the wrong address if I don't notice this problem before confirming the order. How can I change this so that it defaults to my home address?

Date of experience: December 11, 2023

Easy!
September 28, 2023
Previous review

Easy! And quick.

Date of experience: September 28, 2023
Ohio
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I like that we can see several sellers and prices in one spot. Having the origination location is helpful, especially if a need by date is close. I wish we had the option to pick up the item, although I understand the need to keep the clientele on both sides safe.

Date of experience: December 11, 2023
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very Fast and even with the shipping your item is half off what other places are charging for the same item. Thank you and hope to get this item before Christmas.

Date of experience: December 11, 2023
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very unresponsive links when filling out information.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: December 11, 2023
California
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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I love you guys
December 11, 2023

I love you guys. You always have what I'm looking for.

Date of experience: December 11, 2023
Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy to find the book I was looking for
December 11, 2023

Easy to find the book I was looking for. Item details appreciated.

Date of experience: December 11, 2023