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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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1,018
value
12,477
shipping
12,467
quality
12,461
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Alabama
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Wonderful great can't wait until it arrives would recommend this to mh friends

Date of experience: July 27, 2025
Indiana
1 review
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I liked that you have an extensive search system as well as options to get a cheaper total at checkout

Date of experience: July 27, 2025
Texas
1 review
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The prospective buyer should be able to see the price for shipping before entering the payment info in case one is to high or it shows no shipping charge. I had both things happen to me so I had to go back and remove 2 book and resubmit with a different seller to correct both issues.

Date of experience: July 26, 2025
Oregon
1 review
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A very user friendly and efficient process for shopping the site

Date of experience: July 26, 2025
Maryland
1 review
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Very satisfied
August 6, 2025
Updated review

Very satisfied. I appreciate the quantity of selections and the quality.

Date of experience: July 26, 2025

Easy to navigate website
February 27, 2025
Previous review

Easy to navigate website. Great selection. I highly recommend this online store.

Date of experience: February 17, 2025
Indiana
1 review
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Fabulous
August 6, 2025
Updated review

Fabulous. Easy. Life-altering experience. Greatest thing since sliced bread

Date of experience: July 26, 2025

It pleases me to support non-profit sources like Goodwill
November 25, 2024
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It pleases me to support non-profit sources like Goodwill.

Date of experience: November 15, 2024
Kentucky
1 review
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Except for a 'glitch' on the previous order, my (longtime) experience with Alibris has been positive and satisfying.

Date of experience: July 26, 2025

Alibris is 'top notch' on books, music, and its product categories.

Date of experience: July 1, 2025
California
1 review
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Mixed
August 6, 2025
Updated review

I deliberately ordered from two different places for the same book to see which bookstore's book was in better condition. To my surprise based on past performance, Thriftbooks' paperback was in very poor condition while Goodwill's was in very good condition as described. I will be donating the book from Thriftbooks and keeping the book from Goodwill.

Date of experience: July 26, 2025

Not the author's best effort.
January 12, 2025
Previous review

The person I purchased the book from through Alibris sent the book quickly. I paid over $14 for the book, and it came with a sticker that said $2. Quite a difference. I do not regret the purchase, however, because I had been unable to get this book elsewhere. Only by reading this book could I know that it wasn't actually worth getting. The author still had a ways to go before writing a few really good books, all of which I already have.

Date of experience: January 1, 2025
California
1 review
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On Line Saved Me!
August 6, 2025

Could not find your product locally, so online, I did!
Made me happy!

Date of experience: July 26, 2025
Texas
1 review
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Found what I wanted, decent price
August 6, 2025

Found what I wanted, decent price. Got the book my Sister-in-law needed.

Date of experience: July 26, 2025
North Carolina
1 review
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From time to time I have to reclaim the paperbacks I have purged. I go to Alibris to find them, and improve my library by acquiring hardbound copies!

Date of experience: July 26, 2025
Nevada
1 review
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Always fun to hunt for bargains at Alibris
August 6, 2025
Updated review

Always fun to hunt for bargains at Alibris. I know I will be able to get the title I come to Alibris for when I search here.

Date of experience: July 26, 2025

Always fast and easy and choices of what quality item I am looking for.

Date of experience: July 10, 2025
California
1 review
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Great selection, great price
August 6, 2025
Updated review

Most online items are as inexpensive as they get. Most items came in very good condition. I am definitely ordering from alibris.com again!

Date of experience: July 26, 2025

Where did my refund go
February 11, 2025
Previous review

One book I purchased was in bad shape when it was sold as very good condition. Alibris said they would refund the whole price of the book and shipping costs without sending the book back. This sounded like excellent customer service. I don't think I ever received the refund.

Date of experience: February 22, 2025
Florida
1 review
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Too many pop up offers
August 6, 2025

Too many pop up offers. Was this due to me or your site? Not sure, but it was annoying.

Date of experience: July 26, 2025
Illinois
1 review
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Very Happy! Product came on-time, condition as promised.

Date of experience: July 26, 2025
Texas
1 review
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Easy ordering and great selection of books. Good service thus far.

Date of experience: July 26, 2025
California
1 review
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Pat's review
August 5, 2025

Excellent experience. Product received in great condition as-advertised.

Date of experience: July 26, 2025
Wisconsin
1 review
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Book As Described
August 5, 2025

Alibris always delivers - books as described, reasonable shipping time, affordable prices.

Date of experience: July 26, 2025
Massachusetts
1 review
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Easy!
August 5, 2025

Easy! Items I wanted a readily available. I miss Jimmy Buffet.

Date of experience: July 26, 2025
North Carolina
1 review
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Best book site I have ever found, and my Sister is a librarian!

Date of experience: July 26, 2025