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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
12,551
shipping
12,541
quality
12,535
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California
1 review
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Easier to navigate across the site and I found the book I need at a reasonable price.

Date of experience: May 30, 2022
North Dakota
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Alibris has most everything and shopping online with them is rewarding. Found two books I needed and I look forward to their arrival.

Date of experience: May 30, 2022

Found desired book and placed my order
March 21, 2022
Previous review

Found desired book and placed my order. Very efficient!

Date of experience: March 21, 2022
West Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Quick and easy site to find new and used books. First time buyer, had no issues finding what I was looking for.

Date of experience: May 30, 2022
New York
1 review
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It would have been nice to see the shipping charges in advance of going to place the order, but you had the books I was seeking, so I'm glad about that.

Date of experience: May 30, 2022
New Jersey
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
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I found the book that I was looking for, offered by a reputable seller at a fair price.

Date of experience: May 30, 2022
California
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Your company makes it so easy for me to feed my literary addiction - thank you! I've been shopping from Alibris for many years.

Date of experience: May 30, 2022

Your company is feeding my addiction, and I love it!
April 30, 2022
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Your company is feeding my addiction, and I love it!

Date of experience: April 30, 2022
Hawaii
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Looked on quite a few sites but here's where I found what I was looking for. Clear info appreciated.

Date of experience: May 29, 2022
Missouri
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great!
May 30, 2022
Updated review

Great! All books have arrived in condition they were listed in, and usually fairly quick.

Date of experience: May 29, 2022

Love this site!
January 21, 2021
Previous review

Love this site! My only trouble now is finding space on my bookshelf for all my new books!

Date of experience: January 21, 2021
Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Quick, easy and just what I was looking for for cheaper! Will definitely purchase from here again!

Date of experience: May 29, 2022
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very easy finding what I wanted, very clear instructions and options and charges. Thank you!

Date of experience: May 29, 2022
Ohio
0 reviews
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The shipping costs are really high, esp. For paperback books. Also, although my order was over $55, it would not let me use any of the discount codes. I assume that's because your order has to total that amount before shipping. That seems misleading.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: May 29, 2022
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Ordering was quick and easy
May 30, 2022

Ordering was quick and easy. However, I'm not able to update my phone number, only address or credit card info.

Date of experience: May 29, 2022
Indiana
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Quick easy to look up items easy checkout and like having PayPal option to pay.

Date of experience: May 29, 2022
California
1 review
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Very satisfied with my last purchase and looking forward to the nest.

Date of experience: May 29, 2022
Washington
1 review
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I had to reboot and delete my international address for your system to change the shipping amount!

Date of experience: May 29, 2022
Michigan
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
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Don't know if it is my computer, but do not like the way the screen cuts off on the right side that shows the prices. Cannot seem to fix this. Could it be something on your end?

Date of experience: May 29, 2022
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Excellent quality in used book vendors and prompt delivery. Love not giving my money to Amazon

Date of experience: May 29, 2022

I love finding great quality hardcover books here and...
February 10, 2022
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I love finding great quality hardcover books here and especially enjoy finding used book vendors in Texas through your site.

Date of experience: February 10, 2022

Website is very easy to use and your selections are...
December 3, 2021
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Website is very easy to use and your selections are excellent

Date of experience: December 3, 2021
Wisconsin
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Smooth ordering process but no receipt upon submitting the order.

Date of experience: May 29, 2022
Washington
1 review
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I love this site
May 29, 2022

I love this site. I have never had a problem with receiving my books in a timely fashion. Keep up the good work!

Date of experience: May 29, 2022
Oregon
1 review
0 helpful votes
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To many questions and since I don't buy often I wanted to do it as a guest and they did not allow it.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: May 29, 2022

Fast and efficient Thanks
August 7, 2021
Previous review

Fast and efficient Thanks

Date of experience: August 7, 2021