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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
1,032
value
12,709
shipping
12,699
quality
12,693
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California
2 reviews
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Great to show options to save shipping. Might also look at "faster expected delivery" as another option.

Date of experience: January 11, 2022
Utah
1 review
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Simple, no pressure to buy something else, and it was an option outside of mighty Amazon

Date of experience: January 11, 2022
Kentucky
1 review
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Somewhat confusing that shopping cart is far above the items. You can't tell your item is in the cart. I found it though.

Date of experience: January 11, 2022
Washington
1 review
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You make it easy!
January 11, 2022

You make it easy! This is my first order so hope everything works OK

Date of experience: January 11, 2022
Nebraska
1 review
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I purchased exactly what I wanted and at a very reasonable price.

Date of experience: January 11, 2022
Massachusetts
1 review
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Glad I could order the book which I hope I will receive before Jan. 19th when I am planning to attend a discussion about the book.

Date of experience: January 11, 2022
Massachusetts
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Thanks!
January 11, 2022

Thanks! Appreciate the great deal on my books. See u again!

Date of experience: January 11, 2022
Ohio
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Pretty easy checkout
January 11, 2022

Pretty easy checkout. I use Paypal, and it only took a couple minutes to complete checkout.

Date of experience: January 11, 2022
Washington
1 review
0 helpful votes
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New customer-So far so good
January 11, 2022
Updated review

New customer-So far so good. I have high expectations. My fingers are crossed

Date of experience: January 11, 2022

So far so good
December 14, 2021
Previous review

So far so good

Date of experience: December 14, 2021
Minnesota
1 review
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Everything is well organized
January 11, 2022

Everything is well organized -- it's easy to find what one is searching for.

Date of experience: January 11, 2022
Pennsylvania
1 review
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I love shopping at Alibris
January 11, 2022

I love shopping at Alibris. Great availability and smooth check out.

Date of experience: January 11, 2022
Indiana
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Quick and easy, ordered my favorite book for cheap!

Date of experience: January 11, 2022
Texas
1 review
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Fairly simple and straight-forward order interface and shipping options. Here's hoping I get better results here than with other sources!

Date of experience: January 11, 2022
Washington
1 review
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Why do you charge tax on shipping fees? Shipping fees are already taxed!

Date of experience: January 10, 2022
Mexico
1 review
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Mi experiencia con ALIBRIS es buena
January 11, 2022

Mi experiencia con ALIBRIS es buena. Gracias.

Date of experience: January 10, 2022
Texas
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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I tell all of my college students to check Alibris first.

Date of experience: January 10, 2022
Montana
1 review
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Very good
January 11, 2022

Very good. I like it when the seller gives details about the condition of the book rather than just "good"

Date of experience: January 10, 2022
Colorado
1 review
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Quick, easy, straight forward
January 11, 2022
Updated review

Quick, easy, straight forward. I appreciated the 100% guarantee or money back.

Date of experience: January 10, 2022

Straight forward
January 11, 2022
Previous review

Straight forward

Date of experience: January 10, 2022
Minnesota
0 reviews
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It's easier and cheaper than other websites. Plus, signing up was free and fast!

Date of experience: January 10, 2022
Missouri
2 reviews
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East transaction on a book I needed and a better price than other sites! Thank you!

Date of experience: January 10, 2022