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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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1,033
value
12,686
shipping
12,676
quality
12,670
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Colorado
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
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I appreciate being able to make purchases with PayPal.

Date of experience: March 18, 2022
California
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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You had the book that my physician has required me to purchase for the condition I have, and at a reasonable price.

Date of experience: March 18, 2022
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Wow that was fast!
March 18, 2022

Wow that was fast! Was annoyed that shipping cost was so high relative to the cost of the book. Hope this means you will ship right out!

Date of experience: March 18, 2022
Washington
1 review
0 helpful votes
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There was a quick turn around to reorder when the first order was not available.

Date of experience: March 18, 2022

The offer of free shipping is very confusing/misleading
October 15, 2021
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The offer of free shipping is very confusing/misleading

Date of experience: September 15, 2021

I am always pleased to find what I want quickly and...
April 7, 2021
Previous review

I am always pleased to find what I want quickly and receive it as scheduled.

Date of experience: March 8, 2021
West Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I cannot believe how simple it was to sign up and make a purchase my first time!
Easy user-friendly website!
I am considering to sell on this site!

Date of experience: March 18, 2022
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Alibris creates a lot of options for readers/buyers, but I found it confusing

Date of experience: March 18, 2022
Ohio
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I couldn't find a place to enter the Weekend Sale promo code or even find out if promo codes are allowed on eBooks. If there is a way to get the 10% off and have it credited to my account, that would be great!

Date of experience: March 18, 2022
Maryland
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I love being able to get hardcover books
March 18, 2022
Updated review

I love being able to get hardcover books - or not - and make decisions on buying based on the info about each offering.

Date of experience: March 18, 2022

Lol, I have trouble with technology, so it hasn't been...
March 12, 2021
Previous review

Lol, I have trouble with technology, so it hasn't been smooth, but I have found all the books I was hoping to locate, and I Thank You!

Date of experience: March 12, 2021
Tennessee
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Easy to order, great inventory for hard-to-find books.

Date of experience: March 18, 2022
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy order and shipping for a book I've been trying to find a long time.

Date of experience: March 18, 2022
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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First time using e book rental will see how it goes

Date of experience: March 18, 2022
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Found the book I was looking for easily and at a good price.

Date of experience: March 18, 2022
Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy to find what I was looking for and much cheaper

Date of experience: March 18, 2022
South Carolina
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Very easy to shop for what I needed. Good details on the condition of the books. I'd shop here again.
Thank you.

Date of experience: March 18, 2022
Minnesota
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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I have always been pleased with my purchases and the timely way in which the are shipped.

Date of experience: March 18, 2022
Ohio
3 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Easy to find what I wanted
March 18, 2022
Updated review

Easy to find what I wanted. Quick an easy checkout. Great!

Date of experience: March 18, 2022

Refreshing, easy
March 2, 2021
Previous review

Refreshing, easy

Date of experience: March 2, 2021
Maryland
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Found what I wanted, easy to use
March 18, 2022

Found what I wanted, easy to use. The price is good, too

Date of experience: March 18, 2022
Australia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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My shopping experience has been trouble-free and positive.

Date of experience: March 18, 2022

Very good
March 8, 2022
Previous review

Very good. No problems so far.

Date of experience: March 7, 2022
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Not even close to straight simple PayPal purchase. Too much drama and too slow and I almost gave up... actually did and the purchase detail returned... eventually. No marketing pls!

Date of experience: March 17, 2022
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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So far..
March 18, 2022

So far. Very easy
Hopefully shipping will be fast.

Date of experience: March 17, 2022