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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
12,550
shipping
12,540
quality
12,534
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Missouri
1 review
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So easy and the only place I was able to get a book I wanted.

Date of experience: June 1, 2022
California
1 review
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Easy to navigate
June 1, 2022

Easy to navigate. Useful detail given for each book.

Date of experience: May 31, 2022
California
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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As a first-time customer, the website feels cluttered and clunky... difficult to navigate and make purchases. The UI should be tested for ease of use.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: May 31, 2022
Oklahoma
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I found what I was looking for and the seller's descriptions (and customer reviews) were all very helpful. I've always found the descriptions of the book conditions to be accurate.

Date of experience: May 31, 2022
Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy to use, coupon discounts, and great inventory. Thank you.

Date of experience: May 31, 2022
Oklahoma
1 review
0 helpful votes
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If I can't find an ebook in my price range Alibris comes through almost every time.

Date of experience: May 31, 2022

Quickly found book(s) I was looking for
May 20, 2022
Previous review

Quickly found book(s) I was looking for.

Date of experience: May 20, 2022

Now and then I want to read a particular novel, I find...
October 11, 2021
Previous review

Now and then I want to read a particular novel, I find that Alibris has a paperback or hard cover for less than half the ebook price.

Date of experience: October 11, 2021
Pennsylvania
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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My order the other day was canceled for no reason. I had to reorder which wasted my time.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: May 31, 2022
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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For years Alibris has been so good to me and continues to do so. Thank you for such amazing savings and quality books.

Date of experience: May 31, 2022

Simply amazing!
June 8, 2021
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Simply amazing!

Date of experience: June 7, 2021
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Too soon to tell
June 1, 2022

Too soon to tell. Second order but first went well.

Date of experience: May 31, 2022
Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I was sent a promo code yesterday, I applied it today and it says it has expired. What a shame Alibris!

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Date of experience: May 31, 2022
Alabama
1 review
0 helpful votes
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It was smooth and you gave me clear and frequent information about what to expect.

Date of experience: May 31, 2022
Kansas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Always quick to arrive, Helpful tips, and great selection!

Date of experience: May 31, 2022
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy to navigate and find great books. Love this site!

Date of experience: May 31, 2022
Louisiana
3 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Have ordered previously but it has been a while! So I thought what the hell! Need to do some browsing on your site anyway. Cool

Date of experience: May 31, 2022
Washington
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Disappointed that lightweight items like DVDs, intentionally purchased from the same vendor, merit repeat charging of the same shipping fee... seven items ordered, seven fees charged.

Date of experience: May 31, 2022
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Why did the $78 copy of a book fail to show up when trying to use the $10 coupon? Only the $95 copy would show as available. NO, the $78 copy was NOT sold, because I went back & purchased it later. The coupons are not really a discount!

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Date of experience: May 31, 2022
Massachusetts
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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A special Request block to ask the bookseller to ship the two volumes in the same package would be nice.

Date of experience: May 31, 2022
Ohio
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Easy to negotiate the website
May 31, 2022

Easy to negotiate the website. Everything was logical.

Date of experience: May 31, 2022
North Carolina
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Comparison price is good
May 31, 2022

Comparison price is good.
Prefer more detail of condition of the book.

Date of experience: May 31, 2022
New Mexico
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I couldn't log into your website from google chrome. I had to use firefox. Fis it.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: May 31, 2022