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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
1,018
value
12,467
shipping
12,457
quality
12,451
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Pennsylvania
1 review
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I quickly found what I was looking for at a great price.

Date of experience: October 29, 2021
Georgia
1 review
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I think the shipping prices are very high. I was happy to find the book I wanted though.

Date of experience: October 28, 2021
Utah
1 review
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I have ordered from your company for several yrs. I have never had a problem. I will continue to order from you. I've loved every book!

Date of experience: October 28, 2021
Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Finding what I want at a good deal was fast and easy!

Date of experience: October 28, 2021
New Mexico
1 review
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Very easy to find the book I wanted for a gift and at a good price.

Date of experience: October 28, 2021
Iowa
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Easy and quick, and usually able to find what I'm looking for!

Date of experience: October 28, 2021
Ohio
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Grateful to find everything I need in one place for a reasonable price

Date of experience: October 28, 2021
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I found what I needed
October 28, 2021

I found what I needed. The purchase process was easy. You are always reliable

Date of experience: October 28, 2021
California
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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It took 3 emails with the vendor to order as it was a gift and initially the ordering process wasn't user friendly.
However the final instructions were helpful.

Date of experience: October 28, 2021
California
1 review
1 helpful vote
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I repeatedly (8-10 attempts) tried to place this order, and your website would not let me move beyond the log-on page. I only got it through when you emailed me that I had left something in my cart. Your website decided at that time to put it through. Very frustrating and time consuming. I attempted to reach customer service for help and was unsuccessful. You got 2 stars instead of 1 because you have done better on previous orders.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: October 28, 2021
Nevada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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It was gratifying to find a signed first release of...
October 28, 2021
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It was gratifying to find a signed first release of this important book.

Date of experience: October 28, 2021

Generally very good but this order is to replace an...
October 18, 2021
Previous review

Generally very good but this order is to replace an order made (based on the Alibris picture of the book cover). The previous book that arrived was copyright 1967 but if they had shipped the correct book it would have been copyright 2011. The first book was useless.

Date of experience: September 17, 2021

Always seem able to find the unusual at Alibris.com...
June 29, 2021
Previous review

Always seem able to find the unusual at Alibris.com at a reasonable price.

Date of experience: June 28, 2021
Tennessee
1 review
0 helpful votes
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One of the easiest sites to complete an order on. Checkout was a breeze.

Date of experience: October 28, 2021
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Well, I have a selling account, but the website sees...
November 27, 2021
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Well, I have a selling account, but the website sees me as a new customer. Wants me to register again. This feels extraneous and somewhat redundant.

Date of experience: October 28, 2021

Quick and easy
March 26, 2021
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Quick and easy

Date of experience: March 26, 2021
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy to find what I'm looking for and wide selection...
October 28, 2021
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Easy to find what I'm looking for and wide selection available

Date of experience: October 28, 2021

Easy to find what i was looking for and lots of options
April 9, 2021
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Easy to find what i was looking for and lots of options

Date of experience: April 9, 2021
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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My second time to order
October 28, 2021

My second time to order. Found the old textbook I wanted.

Date of experience: October 28, 2021
Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very good for a first-time online shopper with Alibris.

Date of experience: October 28, 2021
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Unfortunately there is a double delivery charge since they come from different sellers.

Date of experience: October 28, 2021
Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy and straight forward, however both books had eligible for free shipping symbols, and yet I was charged for shipping (!)

Date of experience: October 28, 2021
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy and fast
October 28, 2021

Easy and fast. All previous book orders in excellent condition - thank you!

Date of experience: October 28, 2021
South Africa
1 review
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Helpful to get an update if the parcel takes longer than expected

Date of experience: October 28, 2021