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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
1,026
value
12,601
shipping
12,591
quality
12,585
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Texas
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U should clarify how u want the state/providence entered

Date of experience: August 25, 2023
North Carolina
1 review
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This is my 1st time using this and my item has not been delivered yet so once it is delivered I will be able to give a better review. So far it is user friendly

Date of experience: August 25, 2023
Virginia
1 review
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Haven't shopped with alibris in years
August 25, 2023
Updated review

Haven't shopped with alibris in years. Just stopped buying books. So happy to be back. Forgot what I was missing.

Date of experience: August 25, 2023

Haven't shopped Alibis in years
August 11, 2023
Previous review

Haven't shopped Alibis in years. Happy tobe back. Ordered exactly what I needed. Thank you

Date of experience: August 11, 2023
New York
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Easy to search
August 25, 2023
Updated review

Easy to search. Choice of a variety of copies (if available) with details on book condition.

Date of experience: August 25, 2023

Site works well
December 13, 2022
Previous review

Site works well

Date of experience: December 13, 2022

Worked quick
February 28, 2021
Previous review

Worked quick

Date of experience: February 28, 2021
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Quick, efficient website and checkout process. SUPER easy to set up account.

Date of experience: August 25, 2023
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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At checkout it did not give an option to continue shopping.

The coupon should box should be above the checkout - I forgot it an missed a $5 saving

At checkout, the boxes are almost impossible to see for us old folks. Please make them a different color, such as a shade of grey.

I cant read what you want me to agree to at the bottom! Use BLACK for writing. Remember old people can't see well.

Date of experience: August 25, 2023
North Carolina
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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I like that you didn't force me to create an account. Thank you.

Date of experience: August 25, 2023
Washington
1 review
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First time ordering from here but experience went smooth so far.

Date of experience: August 25, 2023
Georgia
1 review
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Alibris is almost always the best resource for affordable textbooks.

Date of experience: August 25, 2023
Massachusetts
1 review
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The site is well organized and very easy to complete a purchase

Date of experience: August 25, 2023
South Carolina
1 review
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Tried to use my coupon after signing up, it had no where to use it, disappointing

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: August 25, 2023
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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It took only a few minutes to find what I was looking for, and placing the order was just as easy and efficient.

Date of experience: August 24, 2023
Kansas
1 review
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My shopping experience was very easy and efficient.

Date of experience: August 24, 2023
Washington
1 review
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Easy to check out authors while keeping alibris webside intact; easy to change the cart contents before ordering.

Date of experience: August 24, 2023
California
2 reviews
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I always enjoy stopping in at your shop online
August 25, 2023
Updated review

I always enjoy stopping in at your shop online. You are on my main online used bookseller.

Date of experience: August 24, 2023

Easy and quick checkout
June 9, 2023
Previous review

Easy and quick checkout.

Date of experience: June 8, 2023
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I love alibris, please bring back the app great prices
August 25, 2023
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I love alibris, please bring back the app great prices

Date of experience: August 24, 2023

I love alibris ever since I found you guys I've never...
November 7, 2022
Previous review

I love alibris ever since I found you guys I've never been happier I bought like 15 really great titles with only $50. Please bring back your app

Date of experience: November 6, 2022
Texas
1 review
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Layout is neither ugly nor distracting-- nice and clean. Not too much text, which is all legible. Helpful tabs to view different pricing options. No ads or popups on the site. Quick checkout process.

Date of experience: August 24, 2023
Texas
1 review
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It's very confusing that there is a separate shipping fee for every book, even when several are purchased from the same seller as part of the same order.

Date of experience: August 24, 2023
Ohio
1 review
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Good except for shipping days could be more easily found.

Date of experience: August 24, 2023
Colorado
1 review
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Easy to find the book I needed at a price that's affordable.

Date of experience: August 24, 2023