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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
12,606
shipping
12,596
quality
12,590
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Illinois
2 reviews
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East to find items. Excellent navigation in this website
February 25, 2023
Updated review

East to find items. Excellent navigation in this website.

Date of experience: February 25, 2023

Easy to enter my book title
May 24, 2021
Previous review

Easy to enter my book title. Went to options quickly!

Date of experience: May 24, 2021
Florida
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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I've had a positive experience with each of my orders...
February 25, 2023
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I've had a positive experience with each of my orders with Alibris. Their service is excellent, and I intend to continue shopping
With this business.

Date of experience: February 25, 2023

So far, I've had good luck with my purchases through...
September 4, 2022
Previous review

So far, I've had good luck with my purchases through Alibris.

Date of experience: September 4, 2022

I always check Alibris for books I'm looking for
July 25, 2022
Previous review

I always check Alibris for books I'm looking for. It never fails to give me what I want at a reasonable price. Thanks, Alibria.

Date of experience: July 25, 2022

Alibris makes it easy to search and find what I'm looking for. A bonus is that I've found the prices of most items are less than other vendors. Thanks, Alibris.

Date of experience: June 2, 2022
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Website easy to use but it would be nice to know shipping cost on the selected book before purchasing.

Date of experience: February 25, 2023
Arizona
3 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Easy navigation, but only four stars because website lacks any aesthetic quality so I didn't stick around to browse. Just saying.

Date of experience: February 25, 2023
Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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It is an extra incentive when you can send a message to the seller. I opened an account today which means you will hear from me again. Thank you

Date of experience: February 25, 2023
North Carolina
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Getting easier for me to order
February 25, 2023

Getting easier for me to order.
Have always been very satisfied with the service.

Date of experience: February 24, 2023
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy to navigate, everything laid out very clearly
February 25, 2023
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Easy to navigate, everything laid out very clearly.

Date of experience: February 24, 2023

Easy to navigate, easy to understand, very well laid...
November 14, 2022
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Easy to navigate, easy to understand, very well laid out.

Date of experience: November 13, 2022
New Jersey
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Virtually always find the book I'm hoping to locate, and usually have choices. The ratings of sellers has been very accurate. I love Alibris.

Date of experience: February 24, 2023
Alabama
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Have bought book from Alibris in the past. Just keep losing them in evictions.

Date of experience: February 24, 2023
Arizona
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Was good experience, at first it wouldn't give me the free shipping, but i finally go it

Date of experience: February 24, 2023
Pennsylvania
1 review
1 helpful vote
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I have always been satisfied with Alibris selection...
February 25, 2023
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I have always been satisfied with Alibris selection and Shopping

Date of experience: February 24, 2023

Alibris is the best and my only source of Historic...
December 29, 2022
Previous review

Alibris is the best and my only source of Historic Architectural books! Architect AIA

Date of experience: December 28, 2022

I love Alibris for selection, convenience and price
November 18, 2022
Previous review

I love Alibris for selection, convenience and price

Date of experience: November 17, 2022

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September 4, 2022
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Date of experience: September 4, 2022

Alibris is my best preferred site when shopping for...
March 1, 2021
Previous review

Alibris is my best preferred site when shopping for specialty books at good prices -always satisfied.

Date of experience: March 1, 2021
Wisconsin
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Very nice!
February 25, 2023

Very nice! I like the shopping cart consolidation feature.

Date of experience: February 24, 2023
Rhode Island
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Easy to find, easy to order and looking forward to quick delivery!

Date of experience: February 24, 2023
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The price shown was not available when I clicked on the link.

Date of experience: February 24, 2023
Arizona
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Always love this site
February 24, 2023

Always love this site. Have been a customer since 2000

Date of experience: February 24, 2023
West Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I've never shopped this site before
February 24, 2023

I've never shopped this site before- checkout was easy, hoping for a quick delivery of my item.

Date of experience: February 24, 2023
Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
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My order totaled over $98, yet I was told I did not qualify for a coupon.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: February 24, 2023
Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I love buying from Alibris, you always have the book...
February 24, 2023
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I love buying from Alibris, you always have the book I am looking for at a great price.

Date of experience: February 24, 2023

I have always had vey positive experiences using
September 14, 2021
Previous review

I have always had vey positive experiences using

Date of experience: September 13, 2021
Arizona
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Lots of failed purchase attempts via website on Samsung S22+ phone. Thinking that caching isn't being handled correctly. Signed out, signed back in, seemed to resolve issue.

Date of experience: February 24, 2023
Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I hope that I will receive the books quickly and in very good condition and then I will be even more pleased.

Date of experience: February 24, 2023