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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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Website is easy to navigate. Price was competitive.
Always able to find what I need at very affordable prices.
I love shoppping with Alibris I usually find what I am looking for. Items sometimes take long to arrive but in very good condition. I love your service!
I usually can find what I am looking for at a good price!
Was able to see complete info about the book. Very efficient check out.
Easy to navigate the website. Many good books to choose from
Quick and easy checkout. Easy to search for and find books. Great prices plus I got $5.00 off! I love it!
Easy, fast, always find what I need. My go to for used books!
Acute search + clear options = excellent shopping experience
Had trouble with changing the payment address. Had to put my card on as a new form of payment to change that address.
You canceled my order saying Alibris ware house did not have the book, while it says you have 10 copies of Lindbergh, Suspect no.1.
What is going on?
Alibris cancelled 3 of my orders in the past 6 weeks, an order with 3 books werelost or stolen in your warehouse and never shipped them out to me, an two other orders were canceled as they could not find the books.
I have never experienced such chaos from Alibris in the last 25 years I had been shopping online with Alibris.
Jerry Jaleel
Great price, books are always in great shape and fast shipping
Ease of shopping, books readily available. The only expense is the shipping, the cost is more than the books. Can it be cheaper?
We will find out how happy and easy it was when it is complete.
My shopping experience so far has been great and user friendly!
It was very user friendly to order from this site!
I always go to Alibris first - best deals - very satisfied
Books were listed but when I clicked on it to buy the message came up not available - this happened several times - kind a disappointing
I always go to Alibris first when looking for used books
This is a gift and I did not see where I could mark anything that it was a gift
I always seem to get the best deals through Alibris - always the first place I look for used books
Always a good choice to locate specific used books.
Awesome products, prices, and superb customer service.
I found the book I was looking for at a much lower price here than anywhere else. The website was very easy to navigate!
Answer: Let's just say, they advertise falsely. They misrepresent what they are selling. Buyer beware.
Answer: Hi Dennis, That depends on where the seller is located and where your deliver address is as well. Generally, shipments within the States are delivered within a week or so, though holiday shipping might slow down a bit. If you send us the details with your order number in an email to [email protected] we can look into the specifics for you. Thank you for writing. Michael B. Alibris Customer Service
Answer: Hi Valerie, If you have had a problem with your Visa or PayPal transactions on our site, please let us know the details at [email protected] so that we can investigate for you. Thank you for your question. Michael B. Alibris Customer Service
Answer: HI Zoila, Delivery timeframes within the States are usually between 3 and 8 days, but it depends on where the seller is that is shipping the item to you. If you have already placed an order, please contact us at [email protected] with your order details and we can investigate for you. Thank you for writing. Michael B. Alibris Customer Service
Answer: Really Michael, contact you directly? Why should we have to. There is a bad trend here. Seems MANY of us contact you and you DONT respond
Answer: I saw the fake stellar reviews and did not dig deeper. I til... I had an issue. Initially, I wanted to give a small seller some business after COVID and the site looked really good. What a big mistake that was! Shame on this outfit.

