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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
1,018
value
12,471
shipping
12,461
quality
12,455
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Maine
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I can usually find the books I need here and can't find anywhere else!

Date of experience: August 26, 2025
Missouri
1 review
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Quick shipping
September 5, 2025

I'm very happy with my purchase. I will be using this site to order textbooks in the future.

Date of experience: August 26, 2025
Washington
1 review
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It was very easy and clear direction on how to order. Thank you.

Date of experience: August 25, 2025
Canada
1 review
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Very pleasant, easy to navigate
September 5, 2025

Very pleasant, easy to navigate. I will most definitely order again from this company.

Date of experience: August 25, 2025
Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I appreciate the ability to search multiple vendor sites as this allows me to find a reasonable price. The books I am putting together as my library are not as common and harder to find.

Date of experience: August 25, 2025
Iowa
1 review
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Satisfied customer
September 5, 2025
Updated review

Always happy with my orders. Books are priced reasonably, large selection, shipping hasn't been a problem time wise, and the website is easy to navigate.

Date of experience: August 25, 2025

Great place to shop for books
November 19, 2024
Previous review

The app is easy to use and gives you a lot of choices of books at various prices to choose from. I usually use this site when I am looking for a series of books. Prices are reasonable, choices are many, and shipping is usually pretty reasonable. Definately recommend this site to find quality used and new books.

Date of experience: November 9, 2024
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy
September 5, 2025

Easy. I found exactly what I was looking for at a very good price.

Date of experience: August 25, 2025
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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My go to source for out of print books
September 5, 2025

You are the best source I have found for out of print books at a very reasonable price. Every book I've received from you over the years has been in good condition and priced so low it sometimes surprises me.

Date of experience: August 25, 2025
Missouri
1 review
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Easy to navigate interface
September 5, 2025

Easy to navigate interface. Every book I've searched for has been available at fantastic prices.

Date of experience: August 25, 2025
Georgia
1 review
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Excellent!
September 5, 2025

Quick delivery. Was packaged in cardboard and left on porch in the rain, but I got to it before there was any damage. I know everyone is trying to avoid using plastic, but somethings need protection from the elements.

Date of experience: August 25, 2025
Massachusetts
1 review
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Made school life easier for myself and son. Thank you very much

Date of experience: August 25, 2025
Illinois
1 review
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So far all books I get from you are great
September 5, 2025
Updated review

So far all books I get from you are great. Trying to get the coupon hasnt worked for me and I wish you had a better process

Date of experience: August 25, 2025

The only problem I have is trying to find and apply...
August 12, 2025
Previous review

The only problem I have is trying to find and apply the coupon

Date of experience: August 2, 2025
Ohio
1 review
0 helpful votes
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As I answered in the questions - great speed great value and easy to order

Date of experience: August 25, 2025
Virginia
1 review
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Have purchased books and movies
September 4, 2025

Have purchased books and movies. Excellent selection. Excellent prices.

Date of experience: August 25, 2025
Italy
1 review
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Greek art
September 4, 2025

Book's condition not very good, especially for the price I paid

Date of experience: August 26, 2025
Texas
1 review
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Great experience
September 4, 2025

Help me collect multiple series multiple options of where to buy from cheapest price it is an amazing deal and will be back again

Date of experience: August 25, 2025
Maine
1 review
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Love the ease and clarity of this web site
September 4, 2025
Updated review

Love the ease and clarity of this web site. Also the discription of products is concise and informative.

Date of experience: August 25, 2025

Checking out was painless, quick and Easy
August 30, 2025
Previous review

Checking out was painless, quick and Easy. And you had exactly what I was looking for. Thank you!

Date of experience: August 20, 2025
Poland
1 review
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Everything OK
September 4, 2025

Order arrived in time, book as described. Nice experience.

Date of experience: August 25, 2025
Washington
1 review
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History
September 4, 2025

Found want I was looking for. Completes and verifies the genealogy I was looking for

Date of experience: August 25, 2025
Rhode Island
1 review
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Wonderful selection!
September 4, 2025
Updated review

Wonderful selection! Items ship quickly &; quality is as stated.

Date of experience: August 25, 2025

Amazing selection and prices
June 5, 2025
Previous review

Amazing selection and prices. Quick turn around - shipped efficiently and quickly. Great quality (as described)

Date of experience: May 26, 2025