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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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Easily navigated purchase experience on my phone. A 5 year old Android model as well!
Convenient, great overviews and easy to use. Thank you!
It's been good working with Alibris. They have not disappointed thus far. Good communication, good delivery, good product.
Thank you, I know different sellers from different addresses means duplicate shipping cost, just think it's a bit much, but like I said, I understand.
Shopping is fine but updating my address and things like that was a nightmare. Seems fine.
It was a bit confusing because all info you had on me was old. Had to update everything. Shopping for what i wanted was fine.
Found all of my textbooks on this site! Thank you so much.
So much less expensive than Amazon... Easy website. Hoping for fairly quick delivery as well!
Thank you!
Ordering was a breeze. Now we'll see if shipping is!
That's for anything that comes from Goodwill is great!
Gives me an array of additions and conditions to choose from!
It seems good, we'll find out when my item arrives.
Overall, easy to use. However, when I logged in I was advised that there would be reduced/no shipping charges. I feel that the shipping is too high.
Order created in early September, but not complete due to over sight.
Found order process was still active. Added missing detail and submitted. I was surprised to find the order pending 3 weeks after entry.
Favorite online bookstore. I don't mind books that have had a previous life. I like library books because it's fun to check the labeling to see what city the book came from.
I spend too much on your website. That's how much I like it.
Love Alibris for books, movies and music! My go to when looking for something out of print!
Love this website for finding books, movies and music that might be hard to find otherwise.
Not finding all the books I want yet, still looking
I have not had any problems w Alibris at all. What's not to like? One saves money and the environment at the same time while enjoying books!
I've always loved being able to get older books that I want to replace or give to someone.
The site was easy to navigate and had what I wanted.
Need tracking info since books will not be arriving together.
Everything was pretty seemless, decently priced and detailed if the objects arrive just as they described than a 5 star might just be on its way.
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.

