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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
1,032
value
12,678
shipping
12,668
quality
12,662
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Pennsylvania
1 review
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Responds quick when you need help and responds quick...
February 8, 2023
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Responds quick when you need help and responds quick to do request

Date of experience: February 8, 2023

More discounts for small orders
February 8, 2023
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More discounts for small orders

Date of experience: February 8, 2023

There's always room for improvement
July 7, 2021
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There's always room for improvement

Date of experience: July 7, 2021
Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
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4 stars because I just wish the combined shipping was...
February 8, 2023
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4 stars because I just wish the combined shipping was more affordable from the same seller. I would like to see more discounts on this option.

Date of experience: February 8, 2023

Love this site, and recommend to everyone!
July 20, 2021
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Love this site, and recommend to everyone!
What a wonder way to find cheap books, already infused with good Vibes and character, and help the environment in the process!

Date of experience: July 20, 2021
Ohio
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Billing address would not allow me to change it and...
March 10, 2023
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Billing address would not allow me to change it and order would not go through without that change. I worked for a good 15 minutes to change it. Finally it worked, only when I saved my card number, which I preferred not to do.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: February 8, 2023

Thanks so much
October 4, 2022
Previous review

Thanks so much

Date of experience: October 4, 2022
Tennessee
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Could not find the place to put in my discount code.

Date of experience: February 8, 2023
Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I love Alibris and encourage others to buy their books...
February 8, 2023
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I love Alibris and encourage others to buy their books from Alibris

Date of experience: February 8, 2023

Love it Love it
June 2, 2022
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Love it Love it

Date of experience: June 2, 2022
New Jersey
1 review
0 helpful votes
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So easy to find titles and easy to navigate the site good experience

Date of experience: February 7, 2023
New Jersey
1 review
0 helpful votes
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So fast it's been cheap, and easy to navigate, pay etc.

Date of experience: February 7, 2023
Utah
1 review
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Easy everything and local to my region. Wonderful!

Date of experience: February 7, 2023
Singapore
1 review
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Easy to find, easy to order, easy to change CC! Thanks

Date of experience: February 7, 2023
Oklahoma
1 review
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My shopping experience has always been a good one!
February 8, 2023
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My shopping experience has always been a good one! That's why I only shop here.

Date of experience: February 7, 2023

I have been shopping with Alibris for years
April 9, 2022
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I have been shopping with Alibris for years. Never disappointed!

Date of experience: April 8, 2022

Always a 5 star
January 2, 2021
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Always a 5 star

Date of experience: January 1, 2021
Idaho
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Love this site
February 7, 2023

Love this site. Have used it for years and years. Always my first choice!

Date of experience: February 7, 2023
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Best availability
March 9, 2023
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Best availability. Clear instructions. Accurate ratings.

Date of experience: February 7, 2023

Always first rate
May 5, 2022
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Always first rate. Rare titles always available and very reasonably priced.

Date of experience: May 5, 2022
Ohio
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very easy to navigate and great selection of books compared to other sites

Date of experience: February 7, 2023
New Jersey
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I've used alibris many times in the past. Always great results

Date of experience: February 7, 2023
Maryland
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy user interface, good selection, pretty quick delivery.

Date of experience: February 7, 2023
New York
1 review
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I was looking for books of pictures of dancers and when I saw who the photographer was, I needed to get them. My grandaughter loves his work.

Date of experience: February 7, 2023
South Africa
1 review
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Difficulty in changing and correcting shipping and billing address

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: February 7, 2023
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Fast and easy
February 7, 2023

Fast and easy - return customer, just forgot password and it was sent to me right away!

Date of experience: February 6, 2023
Indiana
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The site directed me away from my code for a discount

Date of experience: February 6, 2023
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The experience has been great!
February 7, 2023

The experience has been great!
Can't wait to receive my product!

Date of experience: February 6, 2023