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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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1,021
value
12,499
shipping
12,489
quality
12,483
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New Mexico
1 review
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The system made me update my CC billing address three times before it would accept it. That's annoying.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: February 20, 2022

It took three shots to get the thing to accept the...
December 24, 2021
Previous review

It took three shots to get the thing to accept the correct billing address. I've just moved, and haven't had time yet to change that with the CC companies. Annoys heck out of me when online forms don't work properly.

Date of experience: November 24, 2021
Arkansas
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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The site was quick and easy to order and find the books I was looking for

Date of experience: February 20, 2022
California
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Always have what I want & love the price that is reasonable.

Date of experience: February 20, 2022
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Well designed inventory display and search function.

Date of experience: February 20, 2022
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very user-friendly website
February 20, 2022
Updated review

Very user-friendly website. I found what I wanted immediately.

Date of experience: February 20, 2022

Easy & quick
September 22, 2021
Previous review

Easy & quick

Date of experience: September 22, 2021
Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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This is my first order.It was very easy an hoping there's no problem with receiving this book.

Date of experience: February 20, 2022
Massachusetts
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Always a great experience
February 20, 2022

Always a great experience. Love to shop for new books!

Date of experience: February 20, 2022
Illinois
1 review
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It was easy to find and order the product that I wanted. Shipping price is reasonable. I'm hoping for prompt delivery according to estimated parameters.

Date of experience: February 20, 2022
Massachusetts
1 review
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Have been happy with several orders I have placed through...
February 20, 2022
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Have been happy with several orders I have placed through Alibris. Great way to find out-of-print books and good used editions. Thank you for being there!

Date of experience: February 20, 2022

Alibris site is easy to use, and I have ordered from...
November 11, 2021
Previous review

Alibris site is easy to use, and I have ordered from them for years. BEST way to find books you want, especially those that are out of print. Have always been happy ordering from their highest rated sellers.

Date of experience: November 11, 2021

I found exactly what I was looking for
March 10, 2021
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I found exactly what I was looking for.

Date of experience: March 9, 2021
Massachusetts
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very easy and quick to use
February 20, 2022

Very easy and quick to use. Thanks for the Guest checkout option!

Date of experience: February 20, 2022
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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It is my first time buying to you, hope everything goes smoothly

Date of experience: February 20, 2022
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I can always find here the items I am looking for
February 20, 2022
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I can always find here the items I am looking for.

Date of experience: February 20, 2022

Easy to find what I want at a good price
January 29, 2021
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Easy to find what I want at a good price.

Date of experience: January 29, 2021
Colorado
1 review
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Quick and easy from Google search results through purchase confirmation—on my iPhone. Well done!

Date of experience: February 20, 2022
California
2 reviews
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Good, however I did not have the option to by more than one copy of the same book even though more than one was offered

Date of experience: February 20, 2022
California
1 review
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Box for credit card number doesn't indicate to type it in without spaces. Otherwise fine.

Date of experience: February 20, 2022
California
1 review
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Worked faster than Amaz**
February 20, 2022

Worked faster than Amaz**. Found right entry immediately. Did not have to parse irrelevant blocks of text about other things some of which were not even books at the other place.

Date of experience: February 19, 2022
Washington
1 review
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Thank you, so far so good
February 20, 2022

Thank you, so far so good. Eady and clear. Thanks!

Date of experience: February 19, 2022
Minnesota
1 review
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I would like more info about the books
February 20, 2022
Updated review

I would like more info about the books. I go to other web sites to find the info you don't have.

Date of experience: February 19, 2022

Very Limited info about book
January 13, 2022
Previous review

Very Limited info about book. I need to find this info from another source, sometimes they sell the book and I buy it from them.

Date of experience: January 13, 2022
Georgia
1 review
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I was pleased overall but would like to know that each book was charged separately for shipping.

Date of experience: February 19, 2022
California
1 review
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Great descriptions, the website is easy to use. By far my favorite place for online book shopping.

Date of experience: February 19, 2022