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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
1,027
value
12,612
shipping
12,602
quality
12,596
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Ohio
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The original dvd was apparently unavailable, yet you...
December 7, 2023
Updated review

The original dvd was apparently unavailable, yet you sold it to me, then canceled the order, then put a similar dvd in its place. My issue is that I was unable to look closely at the dvd you put in its place. I did not see that dvd in the list of options from ALibris as I was scrolling through selections, at least that I could tell. I could not tell if this new option you gave me had two discs, like my original selections-there was no was to tell.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: November 14, 2023

Easy
November 14, 2023
Previous review

Easy. What I wanted. I hope. Thanks.

Date of experience: November 13, 2023
Ohio
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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It has been easy, compared to many other Internet sites
November 14, 2023
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It has been easy, compared to many other Internet sites.

Date of experience: November 14, 2023

So far, so good...
May 24, 2021
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So far, so good...

Date of experience: May 24, 2021
Georgia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Quick and easy search and fast and easy checkout 5...
November 14, 2023
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Quick and easy search and fast and easy checkout 5 stars thank you

Date of experience: November 13, 2023

Quick and simple
September 30, 2023
Previous review

Quick and simple. Thanks

Date of experience: September 30, 2023

Good prices and books not always found other places
November 19, 2022
Previous review

Good prices and books not always found other places

Date of experience: November 18, 2022

Quick, easy not as expensive as some other websites
March 31, 2022
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Quick, easy not as expensive as some other websites.

Date of experience: March 31, 2022

Quick, simple and easy shopping!
July 29, 2021
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Quick, simple and easy shopping!

Date of experience: July 29, 2021
Alabama
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Tried to order books from same location to decrease shipping

Date of experience: November 13, 2023
Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Had to enter my information three times before the sale was completed

Date of experience: November 13, 2023
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Simple interface
November 14, 2023

Simple interface. Waiting to see how delivery goes.

Date of experience: November 13, 2023
Maryland
1 review
0 helpful votes
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November 14, 2023

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Date of experience: November 13, 2023
West Virginia
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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I want to change the email address at which I receive albris emails, but could find no way to do it.

Date of experience: November 13, 2023
Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I ordered a book, you didn't avhe it, but you emailed...
November 21, 2023
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I ordered a book, you didn't avhe it, but you emailed about a substitute, thanks!
I set up an account, your website doesn't remember it on the reorder. Inconvenient.

Date of experience: November 13, 2023

Great price, easy checkout
November 12, 2023
Previous review

Great price, easy checkout.

Date of experience: November 12, 2023
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Always a pleasure shopping at Alibris
November 13, 2023

Always a pleasure shopping at Alibris. Have to figure out how to reduce the shipping costs...

Date of experience: November 13, 2023
Missouri
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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It amazes me that sellers cancel an item for a book, yet they are still selling the very same book at a dollar higher price that the order that they just cancelled.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: November 13, 2023
Minnesota
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Awesome selection and great prices…but the shipping will get you!

Date of experience: November 13, 2023
Arizona
1 review
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This is a good website
November 13, 2023

This is a good website. I've ordered from Alibris before, and it's always a great experience.

Date of experience: November 13, 2023
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I absolutely love Alibris
November 13, 2023

I absolutely love Alibris. Please don't go anywhere

Date of experience: November 13, 2023
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy to find what I wanted, and a great price that beat other resellers.

Date of experience: November 13, 2023
Georgia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Thank you for allowing me to pay with PayPal. I feel more secure not using a stored credit card

Date of experience: November 13, 2023
Tennessee
1 review
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Awesome love it found a Chilton manual that usually cost $50 for less than $10

Date of experience: November 13, 2023
New Jersey
1 review
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Very reasonable prices and books are always in good...
November 13, 2023
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Very reasonable prices and books are always in good condition

Date of experience: November 13, 2023

Good prices
April 26, 2023
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Good prices

Date of experience: April 26, 2023
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Everything was fine until reaching the checkout page. Page indicated I needed to pay shipping even though I qualified for free shipping. It took an email to Customer Service to find out shipping charges would be removed at the Review page. You almost lost a customet due to this miscommunication.

Date of experience: November 13, 2023
Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
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A bit too complex
November 13, 2023

A bit too complex. There is a selection/order/pay/ship routine that I found trying. To figure it out/ use it I had to spend 15 or so minutes over 3 visits. (almost gave up and tried another seller).

Date of experience: November 13, 2023