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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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Easy ordering and fast delivery. Pleased with the transaction.
It was hard to find where to put the coupon code. I think it qualified for cherry blossom tree, at least the cherry part. I don't know why I have to put 50 characters in. The coupon code needs to be earlier in this process rather than after the words submit order.
I am so glad you save my info. Makes it easy to sign in and order.
Lovely. Alibris is always my preferred choice - I've never had problems with delivery and product quality has always been well within the reported level. Even factoring in tax and postage, the price is generally still lower than I'd pay if I shopped in person.
I love the notification option awesome feature. Iost a few but as books became available able to purchase
As always I found the search a delight in the realm of used books.
Alibris is my go-to for books! Whether I am looking for something new, rare, or obscure, I look to Alibris first.
Enjoy browsing and shopping at Alibris. They have those odd out of date things I can't find anywhere else. And, the prices are good too.
Navigating pages was easy as was using the Search for the specific book I needed for a study.
Site goes in circles when trying to change the shipping address.
The sight kept kicking me back. I wasn't sure if I paid for it or not because I selected payment and then it kicked back again saying chart was empty. Had to go all the way back into the store and find it again.
The search using only two words brought me to exactly the book/instructional manual I needed. Very pleased, highly recommend.
It said if I signed up for texts I'd get a $5 off coupon. Once I did the coupon was only good if I spent over $45 which is not what it said. So I did not get the $5 off and signed up for texts. A bit frustrating
You do a wonderful job of providing a great variety of books at reasonable prices. In general, shipping costs have greatly increased across all fields of merchandise.
I experience frustration with this on a regular basis. Your shipping seems to reflect real costs and that is helpful.
It was hard to find a free book to get free shipping and when Indid Imstill didn't have free shipping. Confusing. The link said ggelgible free shipping but aim added the book with a appropriate price and aim was still charged shipping.
Excellent service. I love the details on the condition of the items and how they are carefully wrapped for delivery.
I'm pleased to be able to find the book I'm interested in and which I expect will be of the same high quality I have experienced before from this bookseller.
Easy, historically a great experience and I hope I'm really supporting small book seller too because I can get the book locally but I have decided my local book shop does very well and can share the opportunities to sell, so I give by way of using Alibris.
Always a breeze! I have ordered many books from Alibris and have never been disappointed
Always fast and easy! I haven't had a bad experience yet! I was even given a refund on a book I already had that I ordered again!
Good communication. Provided update on original purchase having to be cancelled with refund issued -- but mentioned availability of another book at the same listed price.
As always, my experience with Alibris has been very good. I found what I wanted easily, and the purchasing process has been easy. Thanks!
Good - I appreciate the information given on Alibris, but more importantly I appreciate the prices and the rapid response given after I have ordered.
SO FAR EXCELLENT. I WILL KNOW FOR SURE AFTER I RECEIVE THE BOOK. HOW IT IS PACKED SO THAT IT DOES NOT GET DAMAGED.
A broad selection for each title.
Reasonable priced
Freight costs not so friendly.
Answer: Let's just say, they advertise falsely. They misrepresent what they are selling. Buyer beware.
Answer: Hi Dennis, That depends on where the seller is located and where your deliver address is as well. Generally, shipments within the States are delivered within a week or so, though holiday shipping might slow down a bit. If you send us the details with your order number in an email to [email protected] we can look into the specifics for you. Thank you for writing. Michael B. Alibris Customer Service
Answer: Hi Valerie, If you have had a problem with your Visa or PayPal transactions on our site, please let us know the details at [email protected] so that we can investigate for you. Thank you for your question. Michael B. Alibris Customer Service
Answer: HI Zoila, Delivery timeframes within the States are usually between 3 and 8 days, but it depends on where the seller is that is shipping the item to you. If you have already placed an order, please contact us at [email protected] with your order details and we can investigate for you. Thank you for writing. Michael B. Alibris Customer Service
Answer: Really Michael, contact you directly? Why should we have to. There is a bad trend here. Seems MANY of us contact you and you DONT respond
Answer: I saw the fake stellar reviews and did not dig deeper. I til... I had an issue. Initially, I wanted to give a small seller some business after COVID and the site looked really good. What a big mistake that was! Shame on this outfit.

