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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
1,029
value
12,644
shipping
12,634
quality
12,628
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Not that eZ
March 30, 2023

Not that eZ. I don't want to subscribe yet the site keeps trying to subscribe me

Date of experience: February 28, 2023
New York
1 review
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Quick, simple, and had just what I was looking for...
February 28, 2023
Updated review

Quick, simple, and had just what I was looking for at a great price.

Date of experience: February 28, 2023

A good experience overall
November 29, 2022
Previous review

A good experience overall. Cheap, reliable, and easy to navigate. One thing that would improve it would be to be able to see/know estimated shipping costs before going to the checkout.

Date of experience: November 28, 2022
Texas
2 reviews
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So far, getting the order in has been stress-free, and without any problems. I am very impressed thus far.

Date of experience: February 28, 2023
New Hampshire
1 review
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Quick and easy to find the title I'm looking for, and...
February 28, 2023
Updated review

Quick and easy to find the title I'm looking for, and to select the quality/cost in my price range. Thanks Alibris!

Date of experience: February 28, 2023

Easy to use website
January 3, 2023
Previous review

Easy to use website.

Date of experience: January 3, 2023

WE love Alibris!
June 9, 2021
Previous review

WE love Alibris! Just found out you carry sheet music books - game changer! Thank you!

Date of experience: June 8, 2021
Pennsylvania
1 review
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The book was available, cost fair, and easy to buy

Date of experience: February 28, 2023
Colorado
1 review
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Rare book in the States, great that you had it available. Thanks so much.

Date of experience: February 28, 2023
Arizona
1 review
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The shipping gets confusing with the books going into "MY CART" and then they disappear. Obviously, it's because someone else paid for it first. So, I don't really have a huge issue with this site, but, if this is one of those things where shipping takes 6 weeks, I probably won't use Alibris again.

Date of experience: February 28, 2023
Georgia
1 review
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Saves me money
February 28, 2023
Updated review

Saves me money. Products are very good with lots of choices.

Date of experience: February 28, 2023

Very good
December 1, 2022
Previous review

Very good. Service usually pretty fast.

Date of experience: November 30, 2022

Web site very easy to use
May 13, 2021
Previous review

Web site very easy to use. Large selection.

Date of experience: May 13, 2021
Florida
1 review
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The price is right
February 28, 2023

The price is right. The process is seamless and simple and pain-free. Thanks!

Date of experience: February 27, 2023
Indiana
1 review
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Easy to search and purchase; need better filter options

Date of experience: February 27, 2023
New York
1 review
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Alibris is the best for selection, price and service
February 28, 2023
Updated review

Alibris is the best for selection, price and service. If you can't find it at your local bookstore forget the evil empire and
Try Alibris!

Date of experience: February 27, 2023

Alibris is the best, but why isn't there an app?
October 15, 2022
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Alibris is the best, but why isn't there an app?

Date of experience: October 15, 2022
Washington
1 review
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Requested book not found so put in a search request and less than 24 hours later my requested book was found. Yay!

Date of experience: February 27, 2023
Maine
1 review
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Great place to shop for used and new books. Good deals!

Date of experience: February 27, 2023
Pennsylvania
1 review
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Alibris is where I go to find hard to find books
February 27, 2023
Updated review

Alibris is where I go to find hard to find books. I've always been very satisfied with my purchases and the good customer service that Alibris provides.

Date of experience: February 27, 2023

Very good
September 26, 2022
Previous review

Very good.

Date of experience: September 26, 2022

So far so good
September 25, 2022
Previous review

So far so good. I was able to find the books I needed.

Date of experience: September 25, 2022

Very pleased with Alibris
May 11, 2021
Previous review

Very pleased with Alibris. The last time I ordered, my order shipped in a reasonable amount of time, and the book was in very good condition considering it's age.

Date of experience: May 11, 2021
Washington
1 review
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It was pretty easy
February 27, 2023

It was pretty easy. I wish I could navigate a little better for I am an older person.

Date of experience: February 27, 2023
Michigan
1 review
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So simple to order even for a mid 70's grandmother.

Date of experience: February 27, 2023
Pennsylvania
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My first time using this site; and all is very well so far, accessible, legitimate and well priced,, only that the interface geeked out a few times making me need to re-enter information

Date of experience: February 27, 2023
Michigan
1 review
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Found what i was looking for, at a good price, super easy to buy. Yay

Date of experience: February 27, 2023
Wisconsin
1 review
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It was easy to find hard-to-find titles on your site.

Date of experience: February 27, 2023
Mississippi
3 reviews
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I want to know what happened to the lesser charge for which I selected the CD's? AFter I had chosen them, your program said that my cart was empty adnd I had to re-order and those prices were no longer offered.

Date of experience: February 27, 2023