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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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1,023
value
12,568
shipping
12,558
quality
12,552
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Illinois
1 review
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Site is laid out well without having TOO MUCH thrown at you. I will admit, my goto online bookseller has been Barnes&Noble -- you guys are every bit as good where it counts! You'll probably be seeing more of me!

Date of experience: July 29, 2022
Kansas
1 review
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I have no issue shopping, but every time I sign in, I have to chose the "forgot password" and change my password! And I write my password down each time. I just ordered items about 10? Days ago, and I had to change my password then. So today, again I have to change my password. I do like Alibris as an alternative to giant Amazon, but this password thing is getting annoying!

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Date of experience: July 29, 2022
Massachusetts
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Easy website to search for both Authors and Titles.

Date of experience: July 29, 2022
Massachusetts
1 review
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Easy to order, search function gives accurate information.

Date of experience: July 29, 2022

I'd like a way to store two credit cards
July 1, 2022
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I'd like a way to store two credit cards.

Date of experience: July 1, 2022
Alaska
1 review
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I am a devoted customer for all my books and music
July 29, 2022
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I am a devoted customer for all my books and music

Date of experience: July 29, 2022

I'm happy that Alibris works with brick and mortar...
November 17, 2021
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I'm happy that Alibris works with brick and mortar businesses

Date of experience: November 16, 2021

I love this giant bookstore in the sky
March 8, 2021
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I love this giant bookstore in the sky

Date of experience: March 7, 2021
Texas
1 review
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Would like to know the shipping estimated days before inputting my card information.

Date of experience: July 28, 2022
Texas
1 review
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I can always find a good price, if the book is in stock.

Date of experience: July 28, 2022

Still shopping with you after many years
March 14, 2022
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Still shopping with you after many years. Always a good experience.

Date of experience: March 14, 2022
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great place to find graphic novels cheap! If you aren't fussy about the condition and are just looking to read the books this is a great service!

Date of experience: July 28, 2022
Ohio
1 review
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I always find hard to find books at very reasonable prices.

Date of experience: July 28, 2022
Texas
1 review
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Great selection of books descriptions and available price points. Love your website! Thank You

Date of experience: July 28, 2022
Florida
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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I like it but even if I ship books form the same place I have to pay for shipping seperately and that's a bit sad.

Date of experience: July 28, 2022
Oregon
1 review
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Always a treat to look for books here
July 28, 2022
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Always a treat to look for books here. Great selection and terrific prices!

Date of experience: July 28, 2022

Great service
June 14, 2022
Previous review

Great service. Thanks for wide selection of books and reasonable prices!

Date of experience: June 14, 2022

You're the best!
January 25, 2022
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You're the best!

Date of experience: January 25, 2022

Alibris always comes through for me
October 3, 2021
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Alibris always comes through for me.

Date of experience: October 3, 2021
Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I do have an account with you, error message came multiple times

Date of experience: July 28, 2022
Washington
1 review
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Saved around $20 compared to Amazon, and $40 compared to HPB.
Couldn't be happier! Alibris is my new go-to for books!

Date of experience: July 28, 2022
New Mexico
1 review
0 helpful votes
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My go-to place for books
July 28, 2022
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My go-to place for books. Way, way too many books, I'm afraid!

Date of experience: July 28, 2022

Great place to satisfy my need for books, the more...
March 10, 2022
Previous review

Great place to satisfy my need for books, the more obscure the better able Alibris is successful

Date of experience: March 10, 2022
Germany
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I tried to order this book previously but included...
July 28, 2022
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I tried to order this book previously but included the wrong address. I got in touch with the original seller but the seller would not accommodate the correct address.

Date of experience: July 28, 2022

Checkout was difficult
May 29, 2021
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Checkout was difficult

Date of experience: May 29, 2021
California
1 review
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Worked perfectly hopefully it will ship quickly and get here quickly thanks for your help Randy

Date of experience: July 28, 2022
New York
1 review
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Thanks for the reminder to finish the order... and thanks for storing my shipping info but not my payment info

Date of experience: July 28, 2022
New York
1 review
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Easy to find my desired book and very affordable. Thank you.

Date of experience: July 28, 2022
Florida
4 reviews
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Can always find a book I want to read
July 28, 2022
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Can always find a book I want to read. Website is user friendly. Bargains galore.
Thank you.

Date of experience: July 28, 2022

Love this site for the bargains and the broad selection
March 20, 2022
Previous review

Love this site for the bargains and the broad selection. Thank you.

Date of experience: March 20, 2022