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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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1,033
value
12,707
shipping
12,697
quality
12,691
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Rhode Island
1 review
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I found everything I was looking for at very reasonable...
September 3, 2023
Updated review

I found everything I was looking for at very reasonable prices.

Date of experience: September 3, 2023

I always enjoy shopping with Alibris and have done...
May 31, 2023
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I always enjoy shopping with Alibris and have done so for years.

Date of experience: May 31, 2023

Easy and efficient
May 1, 2022
Previous review

Easy and efficient.

Date of experience: April 30, 2022

Very satisfied with the service
February 10, 2021
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Very satisfied with the service.

Date of experience: February 10, 2021
South Dakota
1 review
0 helpful votes
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They had what I was looking for at a great price
September 3, 2023
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They had what I was looking for at a great price. What's not to like?

Date of experience: September 2, 2023

I found what I wanted quickly, at a good price
September 29, 2022
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I found what I wanted quickly, at a good price.

Date of experience: September 29, 2022

Expeditious, efficient, economical
April 25, 2022
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Expeditious, efficient, economical

Date of experience: April 25, 2022

QUICK, EASY, AND AVAILABLE
April 19, 2022
Previous review

QUICK, EASY, AND AVAILABLE - good shopping!

Date of experience: April 19, 2022

You had what I was looking for at a decent price
March 19, 2022
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You had what I was looking for at a decent price. I was shocked at how much some of the books have gone up in price. When I'm buying a used book I'm not willing to pay $16, or $30!

Date of experience: March 19, 2022

I found what I was looking for quickly and easily
October 20, 2021
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I found what I was looking for quickly and easily. The check out process was simple and straightforward.

Date of experience: October 20, 2021

Quick, easy transaction
August 25, 2021
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Quick, easy transaction

Date of experience: August 25, 2021
Ohio
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Your website did not like to save my billing address for my credit card. It took me like 45 minutes to figure it out. I like this service, so please don't take this as a complaint, just an opportunity to improve service

Date of experience: September 2, 2023
Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Chomsky would be proud of your Language skills...
September 3, 2023
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Chomsky would be proud of your Language skills...After all.he was Born in Philadelphia.like W.C.Fields.

Date of experience: September 2, 2023

So far so good except my order for oxford ab Urbe condita

Date of experience: July 16, 2021
Kansas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I always find what I need at Alibris
September 3, 2023
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I always find what I need at Alibris. I have recommended this site for years as a great resource.

Date of experience: September 2, 2023

It is rare I cannot find a book that I want, and at...
June 16, 2023
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It is rare I cannot find a book that I want, and at a very good price!

Date of experience: June 16, 2023
Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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You have shipped me the wrong item
October 2, 2023

You have shipped me the wrong item. Also, shipping takes forever. I want to support you and I will continue, but if you would address these issues, I'd be grateful.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: September 2, 2023
Florida
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Wow!
September 2, 2023

Wow! Everything went so quickly and effortlessly. In and out in under 2 minutes!

Date of experience: September 2, 2023
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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So far so good
September 2, 2023
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So far so good. Missed place for gift note. Where is that?

Date of experience: September 2, 2023

Clear info
July 19, 2023
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Clear info

Date of experience: July 19, 2023

Easy to find book in hard and soft versions, different...
August 6, 2022
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Easy to find book in hard and soft versions, different prices, rating of seller appreciated

Date of experience: August 6, 2022

Thank you in particular for careful instructions regarding...
September 17, 2021
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Thank you in particular for careful instructions regarding Canadian zip codes

Date of experience: September 17, 2021

Found the two books i was seeking with ease, choice...
March 11, 2021
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Found the two books i was seeking with ease, choice of how much to spend per book. See pric3 options readily. One book i want new. The other i didn't mind and glad to buy a very good used copy.

Date of experience: March 11, 2021
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I would like to know what I am paying in shipping before you take my credit card #.

Date of experience: September 2, 2023
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy to find what I want and easy to navigate purchase.

Date of experience: September 2, 2023
Washington
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The optimization causes my order to change from DVDs...
October 2, 2023
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The optimization causes my order to change from DVDs to VHS, then won't let me get rid of the VHS, I had to start all over 2x. Made me very, very frustrated.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: September 2, 2023

Some vendors send bluray when they list it as dvd
May 21, 2023
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Some vendors send bluray when they list it as dvd.

Date of experience: May 20, 2023
Nevada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I love to shop Alibris
September 2, 2023
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I love to shop Alibris. I am a repeated returning customer and will be back!

Date of experience: September 2, 2023

I always have good results when shopping with Alibiris
January 5, 2022
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I always have good results when shopping with Alibiris

Date of experience: January 5, 2022
Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Good price..
September 2, 2023

Good price.just what I was looking for and new condition is a plus. Thank you.

Date of experience: September 2, 2023
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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It took 5 or 6 times for me to complete the billing and shipping address because the website kept crashing and disconnecting me so I had to redo the order.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: September 2, 2023
New Jersey
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Haven't ordered in several years
September 2, 2023

Haven't ordered in several years. Updated my credit card info and zipped right through ordering process.

Date of experience: September 2, 2023
Vermont
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Sometimes the book I receive is in much worse shape than the description. This wasn't the case a few years back. I now feel uncertain of the quality of book I will get, even when I have double-checked the differences between "good" and "very good," etc.

Date of experience: September 2, 2023
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Ease and ability to locate publications and order. Thank you for your quick service.

Date of experience: September 2, 2023
Nebraska
1 review
0 helpful votes
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My shopping experience was super convenient and easy.

Date of experience: September 2, 2023
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Quick and easy way to finish a library book that cannot be renewed. Works for me!

Date of experience: September 2, 2023
Arizona
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Excellent Selection of most books
September 2, 2023

Excellent Selection of most books. Ordering from nearby sellers speeds delivery.

Date of experience: September 2, 2023