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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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value
12,474
shipping
12,464
quality
12,458
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California
2 reviews
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From searching to purchse
June 10, 2022
Updated review

From searching to purchse. To check out, process went smoothly! I'll be an on going custermer for sure! Michele, Anaheim, Ca., USA

Date of experience: June 10, 2022

I'm so glad I came back to shop books
May 26, 2022
Previous review

I'm so glad I came back to shop books. I had forgotten how easy it was to get the book I was loking for and an easy shop by Author, series, however you need to browse books, Aalbris is the way to search and you will find!

Date of experience: May 25, 2022

I've bought items from Alibris before
January 19, 2022
Previous review

I've bought items from Alibris before. Have never been dissapponited. Always on time, always great prices and Im always happy! Michele Rhoads, Anaheim, Ca.

Date of experience: January 19, 2022

So far with my order, all has gone swiftly
December 31, 2021
Previous review

So far with my order, all has gone swiftly. Not suprisd, as I have shopped here several months ago! Always return to the place where Im treated well :)

Date of experience: December 30, 2021
Indiana
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The added shipping is so much and confusing. I tried to get a discount on shipping multiple items from one seller, but it didn't work. Shipping is more than the books! How can I get a discount on it?

Date of experience: June 10, 2022
Missouri
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Found exactly what I was looking for. In and out. No problems.

Date of experience: June 10, 2022
Canada
1 review
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I think(hope) one of these books has an introduction by Adam Gopnik. It would have been helpful if that was mentioned.

Date of experience: June 10, 2022

Easy to follow
May 13, 2022
Previous review

Easy to follow.

Date of experience: May 13, 2022

Fine!
December 30, 2021
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Fine!

Date of experience: December 30, 2021
Wisconsin
1 review
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Smooth order process
June 10, 2022
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Smooth order process. Past orders have been delivered on time.

Date of experience: June 10, 2022

Well organized site, easy to navigate
October 10, 2021
Previous review

Well organized site, easy to navigate. Straight forward ordering process. Orders in the past have been promptly received.

Date of experience: October 10, 2021

Good website
May 25, 2021
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Good website

Date of experience: May 25, 2021
New Mexico
1 review
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So easy to use
June 10, 2022
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So easy to use. Wide selection and dependable sellers.

Date of experience: June 10, 2022

Quickly found what I was looking for
March 15, 2021
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Quickly found what I was looking for. Prices fair and competitive.

Date of experience: March 15, 2021
Illinois
1 review
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Awesome finding books I want to read and a lower cost!

Date of experience: June 10, 2022
Georgia
1 review
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Very positive experience with Alibris for over 2 years!

Date of experience: June 10, 2022
Wisconsin
1 review
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It was easy to navigate and there were great prices

Date of experience: June 10, 2022
Missouri
1 review
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Very happy except had to reset password. Hope print...
June 10, 2022
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Very happy except had to reset password. Hope print of book not to small as gift for someone with bad eyesight.

Date of experience: June 10, 2022

Glad to find book but wish could have just paid difference...
November 18, 2021
Previous review

Glad to find book but wish could have just paid difference now I have two sales charged to my Card while waiting for a refund

Date of experience: November 18, 2021
Missouri
1 review
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You had what I was looking for at a great price. Painless data entry.

Date of experience: June 9, 2022
Massachusetts
1 review
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I find what I'm looking for
June 10, 2022
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I find what I'm looking for. It doesn't cost much.

Date of experience: June 9, 2022

I know the media mail rates
March 24, 2022
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I know the media mail rates. You're overcharging.

Date of experience: February 21, 2022
New Mexico
1 review
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Alibris has an excellent search system, reliable info from sellers, and the checkout process is very simple.

Date of experience: June 9, 2022
California
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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I have never heard of Alibris, so wanted to give it a chance, as the prices are much less expensive! :)

Date of experience: June 9, 2022
Pennsylvania
1 review
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I have been glad to find books for which I have been looking. The only dilemma is that the shipping/handling fee is expensive compared with other sellers.

Date of experience: June 9, 2022
Oklahoma
1 review
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They have books others ban its not okay to suppress anything

Date of experience: June 9, 2022
Oklahoma
1 review
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Again, the best price (vs abe books), so far so good

Date of experience: June 9, 2022
Iowa
1 review
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Quick and easy
June 10, 2022

Quick and easy. Like t b at it ships out of United States

Date of experience: June 9, 2022
New Jersey
1 review
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Very easy to shop, and I found what I was looking for.

Date of experience: June 9, 2022
Alabama
1 review
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I found it easy to place the order. Not a fan of the shipping prices (seemed a bit high, especially for consolidated orders), but otherwise had a good experience.

Date of experience: June 9, 2022