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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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service
1,033
value
12,706
shipping
12,696
quality
12,690
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Excellent experience
January 15, 2022

Excellent experience. Website easy to use for shopping.

Date of experience: January 14, 2022
Colorado
1 review
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I have ordered many books from Alibris. I am well pleased with the service.

Date of experience: January 14, 2022
Indiana
1 review
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Very easy to place the order
January 15, 2022

Very easy to place the order. I had looked at a few other book stores, ebay, amazon and no one had this book.

Date of experience: January 14, 2022
Texas
1 review
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I've used Alibris service before
January 15, 2022

I've used Alibris service before. Never disappointed!

Date of experience: January 14, 2022
Colorado
1 review
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Always a good source for books to complete a series.

Date of experience: January 14, 2022
California
1 review
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Appreciate that the rating of the condition of the book is easy to see.

Date of experience: January 14, 2022
Texas
1 review
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Separate shipping charges for each book is kind of a drag.

Date of experience: January 14, 2022
California
2 reviews
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It was easy to find the book I was looking for, and prices were very reasonable.

Date of experience: January 14, 2022
Colorado
1 review
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No major issues
January 14, 2022

No major issues. I realize with used books, condition is hard to note on every tome, but it would be good to have a 'significant marks and notes' listing. I've received a few books that were severely highlighted and writing in margins, very frustrating. If I have a book where I've written and marked it up, I usually destroy the copy.

Date of experience: January 14, 2022
Ohio
1 review
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Site is easy to use and I found books I have been looking for.

Date of experience: January 14, 2022
Alabama
2 reviews
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You advertised free shipping (with a purchase minimum) and still charged for shipping.

Date of experience: January 14, 2022
Washington
2 reviews
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Our mail has been delayed due to weather, so we still...
January 14, 2022
Updated review

Our mail has been delayed due to weather, so we still have not received the previous order, but I don't think that's your fault.

Date of experience: January 14, 2022

I love your store!
January 7, 2022
Previous review

I love your store! Easy to use and find the books and movies I'm looking for.

Date of experience: January 7, 2022
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Florida
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Free shipping and other coupons are next to impossible to get

Date of experience: January 14, 2022
Illinois
1 review
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Difficult to asses the edition of the book being purchased. Have to look carefully into each offer.

Date of experience: January 14, 2022
Indiana
1 review
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Very affordable, easy, and many options for any of my needs!

Date of experience: January 14, 2022
Florida
6 reviews
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I don't understand why some items did not show a shipping charge?

Date of experience: January 14, 2022
New York
1 review
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The website is easy to use and there is always a variety of whatever you are looking for!

Date of experience: January 14, 2022

Interface is clean and easy to manage
August 6, 2021
Previous review

Interface is clean and easy to manage. Books are clearly organized and can be even further specified through ISBN number(s). Most books I have found use ISBN-13 and regular ISBN so be mindful of that when looking for particular editions of a book.
Overall, 10/10. Will shop using this site in the future.

Date of experience: August 6, 2021
New Mexico
1 review
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I like that you let me choose replacement for unavailable copy

Date of experience: January 14, 2022

Was unable to get on your site because of "too many...
January 11, 2022
Previous review

Was unable to get on your site because of "too many redirections" error with my Kindle Fire and Silk browser. Today I got in with a laptop running Chrome. By that time, coupon "JANUARY' expired--so I dumped some of my order. Letting you know so you can fix.

Date of experience: January 11, 2022
Connecticut
1 review
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Always a good experience; I like supporting Alibris.

Date of experience: January 14, 2022
Virginia
1 review
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Excellent so far
January 14, 2022

Excellent so far. You should state the shipping cost prior to going to full check out screen

Date of experience: January 14, 2022