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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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value
12,495
shipping
12,485
quality
12,479
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Minnesota
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Great Customer Service, sight was easy to navigate.

Date of experience: March 22, 2023
Pennsylvania
1 review
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I was able to find the books that I wanted, and had...
March 22, 2023
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I was able to find the books that I wanted, and had a choice on condition and on from which seller to purchase to order the desired books.

Date of experience: March 22, 2023

Lots of choices, many books & cds that I can't find...
February 27, 2023
Previous review

Lots of choices, many books & cds that I can't find elsewhere.

Date of experience: February 26, 2023

The website is easy to use and communicates any problems...
September 11, 2022
Previous review

The website is easy to use and communicates any problems well. (Is it designed by women?)

Date of experience: September 11, 2022

Everything worked
March 28, 2022
Previous review

Everything worked.

Date of experience: March 27, 2022

Relatively easy website to use
February 15, 2022
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Relatively easy website to use.

Date of experience: February 15, 2022
Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy to order, ask me again when the order arrives.

Date of experience: March 22, 2023
South Carolina
1 review
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Good selection, fair prices, easy checkout. Thanks!

Date of experience: March 22, 2023
Washington
1 review
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They have such a large selection of books that I always find what I'm looking for at alibris.

Date of experience: March 22, 2023
New Mexico
1 review
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Small bit of confusion about the discount offered, reasonable response to inquiry. Good experience will likely consider for future purchases

Date of experience: March 22, 2023
North Carolina
1 review
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Excellent display, search and navigation, order purchase transaction process, thanks!

Date of experience: March 22, 2023

Nice book descriptions, easy checkout, gift book ship...
August 12, 2022
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Nice book descriptions, easy checkout, gift book ship to different address.

Date of experience: August 11, 2022
Massachusetts
1 review
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Quick & had the books i was looking for at great prices

Date of experience: March 22, 2023
New York
1 review
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The condition of the book and the price for it were...
March 22, 2023
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The condition of the book and the price for it were great! Looking forward to receiving my book.

Date of experience: March 22, 2023

Best price out there!
February 8, 2023
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Best price out there!

Date of experience: February 8, 2023
Washington
1 review
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Website is easy to use, process of placing orders is...
March 22, 2023
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Website is easy to use, process of placing orders is smooth, email updates are appreciated

Date of experience: March 21, 2023

Fast and easy
September 13, 2022
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Fast and easy

Date of experience: September 12, 2022
Florida
1 review
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Much easier and I like the reminders, helps not to forget items.

Date of experience: March 21, 2023
Michigan
1 review
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I wish it was easier to know what books had free shipping but otherwise love it.

Date of experience: March 21, 2023
Florida
1 review
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Always find what I'm looking for and today was no exception.

Date of experience: March 21, 2023

Been shopping Alibis for years
January 27, 2021
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Been shopping Alibis for years. Always satisfied. Only ever had a problem with a shipment once and it was very quickly resolved with a refund. Books are always in better condition than the description.

Date of experience: January 27, 2021
Arkansas
1 review
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Had both things I searched for for great prices :) I hope everything arrives soon

Date of experience: March 21, 2023
Maryland
1 review
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My only problem was that I had to find my Alibris password!

Date of experience: March 21, 2023
Massachusetts
1 review
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So far, 2 of my orders have been denied. Many days later. Have reordered each time, but have no idea if the books will come. Please check your dealers so they do not give false info to your customers

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: March 21, 2023
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Professional and accurate
March 21, 2023
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Professional and accurate. Someone needs to create more of these fabulous puzzles with at least 240 words. I've done all of the books with that, including those with 300 words per puzzle. There are no more….TY

Date of experience: March 21, 2023

Thank you for making it not too difficult
January 30, 2023
Previous review

Thank you for making it not too difficult. I've been doing these puzzles for several years. In my research,there are no longer puzzles I have not done that have 300 words per puzzle. Very disappointed. I've done all of them and would like to see more published. TY

Date of experience: January 30, 2023
District of Columbia
1 review
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Overall, my shopping experience was good, but your...
March 21, 2023
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Overall, my shopping experience was good, but your system/process for changing credit card info was unclear, awkward, and odious. On the scale of my own experience of updating info this one was pretty poor.

Date of experience: March 21, 2023

So far, so good
August 27, 2022
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So far, so good

Date of experience: August 27, 2022
Utah
1 review
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There is a HUGE variety of books that I've been searching for high & low, and I love that I can choose the edition that I'm looking for. Also, it's nice to be able to easily track my shipment.

Date of experience: March 21, 2023

Thank you for the details about what edition the book...
December 26, 2022
Previous review

Thank you for the details about what edition the book actually is and what condition it's determined to be in. I have had absolutely no problems with getting the books I expect to get. Thank you!

Date of experience: December 25, 2022
South Carolina
1 review
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Unable to get information about the product from the seller

Date of experience: March 21, 2023