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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
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value
12,419
shipping
12,409
quality
12,403
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Arkansas
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Very easy to follow with clear directions to purchase. Been a pleasure to do business with you.

Date of experience: October 4, 2021
Wisconsin
1 review
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It was easy to find the book I wanted at a price I was willing to pay.

Date of experience: October 4, 2021
Texas
1 review
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Love the variety and better prices
October 4, 2021

Love the variety and better prices. Your website even makes it easier to shop as a guest than most sites.

Date of experience: October 4, 2021
New York
1 review
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As is always the case, Alibris comes through with one...
October 4, 2021
Updated review

As is always the case, Alibris comes through with one of my odd sources!

Date of experience: October 4, 2021

Alibris is the BEST for my quirky literature needs!
April 9, 2021
Previous review

Alibris is the BEST for my quirky literature needs!

Date of experience: April 8, 2021
Wisconsin
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Quick
October 4, 2021
Updated review

Quick. Efficient. Many choices and values. Excellent.

Date of experience: October 4, 2021

Consistently consistent
February 12, 2021
Previous review

Consistently consistent.

Date of experience: February 12, 2021
Georgia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I was going to spend $36 on five books but the discount doesn't put much of a dent in the freight.

Date of experience: October 4, 2021
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The shipping price is too high
November 3, 2021

The shipping price is too high. Ithink with all thats going in the world and so many people with work too high on the shipping. I like buyoing books, I don't think I will make with the shipping cost. Looking something cheaper in the cost in shipping to find a bookstore. With this cost I don't think I will meet my goal 1000 books.

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Date of experience: October 4, 2021
Georgia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Always exceeds my hopes and expectations! Thank you!

Date of experience: October 4, 2021
Virginia
1 review
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Seems fine
October 4, 2021
Updated review

Seems fine. Haven't gotten the book yet (just ordered), so we'll see, yeah?

Date of experience: October 4, 2021

Easy to browse
August 20, 2021
Previous review

Easy to browse. The prices are the best I've found.

Date of experience: August 20, 2021
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Alibris found a better deal as I was checking out. I love that!

Date of experience: October 4, 2021
New York
1 review
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Annoying that coupons never work
November 3, 2021

Annoying that coupons never work - they're not really discounts. Too many conditions.

Date of experience: October 4, 2021
Ohio
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Website easy to use
October 4, 2021

Website easy to use. Previous experiences have been good.

Date of experience: October 4, 2021
North Carolina
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Every time I put something in my cart, I couldn't go back to my search. I had to reenter it. And I was trying to get 4 books all from the same seller.

Date of experience: October 4, 2021
New Mexico
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy to find title
October 4, 2021

Easy to find title. Hope there are no markings in book as i could not tell from description.

Date of experience: October 4, 2021
Georgia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great place to buy from a variety of local sellers...
October 4, 2021
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Great place to buy from a variety of local sellers all over the world

Date of experience: October 3, 2021

No complaints
June 6, 2021
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No complaints

Date of experience: June 6, 2021
Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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New to the site
October 4, 2021

New to the site. Is there a way for me to sell my old books as well?

Date of experience: October 3, 2021
Wyoming
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Postage is keeping me from buying more. Too bad you are not shipping from a central warehouse; I understand why not.

Date of experience: October 3, 2021
Maine
1 review
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Quick notification of unavailability with direct link to order alternative. Receipt did NOT show where I ordered the first one from, so am guessing.

Date of experience: October 3, 2021
Kentucky
1 review
0 helpful votes
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My experience with Alibris has always been good. Never gotten a bad book and they go out of the way to make sure the sellers are legit.

Date of experience: October 3, 2021
California
1 review
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Website, and coupon codes from email, straightforward and easy to use.

Date of experience: October 3, 2021