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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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Texas
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Books and Music NOT from a Monster!
January 14, 2026
Updated review

I've been able to find lesser-known titles here at reasonable prices. More well-known media/ books are also available at reasonable prices!

Date of experience: January 4, 2026

Quality merchandise, good selection, low prices!
December 21, 2025
Previous review

Quality merchandise, good selection, low prices! There's even a feature that shows you how to save money on your order!

Date of experience: December 11, 2025
Minnesota
1 review
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I signed up for texts and the discount appeared to show briefly but did not "stick" when I had to switch screens for my PayPal password. Didn't know how to get it back.

Date of experience: January 4, 2026
North Carolina
1 review
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Alibris is the BEST
January 14, 2026
Updated review

This particular order was a gift to a friend. I was able to send it directly to her address. It arrived in time for Christmas.

Date of experience: January 4, 2026

I order practically all my books from Alibris
December 24, 2025
Previous review

I order practically all my books from Alibris. I love your business model and it's easy to find the title's I'm looking for.

Date of experience: December 14, 2025
Michigan
1 review
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I bought from you guys and numerous times now I've...
January 14, 2026
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I bought from you guys and numerous times now I've never had a problem with things showing up not as described or not on time

Date of experience: January 4, 2026

Just hoping they will come quickly I just placed the...
January 3, 2026
Previous review

Just hoping they will come quickly I just placed the order I'm just hoping that unlike this other company I ordered a CD December 2nd and it finally showed up two days ago I heard from people that have ordered from you that you're more prompt

Date of experience: December 24, 2025
Georgia
1 review
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The place is my version of Heaven
January 13, 2026
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The place is my version of Heaven. Anything and everything under the sun. An amusement park for the mind and soul. Books full of ideas to open your mind, heal your soul, and share that warm feeling and positive energy with others. The right book can change a life.

Date of experience: January 3, 2026

I recommend you to every bibliophile I know!
October 14, 2025
Previous review

I recommend you to every bibliophile I know! I won't buy books from anywhere else!

Date of experience: October 4, 2025
New Hampshire
1 review
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I love how easy it is to order with PayPal. I always order from this site. The prices are reasonable and usually the books are in great condition.

Date of experience: January 3, 2026
Washington
1 review
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Delightful!
January 13, 2026

Delightful! I found 2 very good copies of the books I wanted from the same book seller. Sweet. Wish I only had to pay one shipping charge...

Date of experience: January 3, 2026
New York
1 review
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REP's review
January 13, 2026

Every time I have ordered from Alibris I have been well satisfied with the experience. Ordering is easy, delivery is quick, and the quality of the product I ordered met with my expectations.

Date of experience: January 3, 2026
Florida
1 review
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I wish I could see if individual book sellers had more than one item I am looking for at a time to reduce shipping costs. I guess I could keep a pad of paper by the computer and jot down the name of sellers as I find a book I am looking for.

Date of experience: January 3, 2026
New Jersey
1 review
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Great experience
January 13, 2026

Very happy with the options available, just wish some of the books I ordered could have arrived sooner. Overall, I prefer Alibris to any other site for books. Their prices are competitive.

Date of experience: January 3, 2026
Alabama
1 review
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Some sellers gauge on the shipping price
January 13, 2026
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Some sellers gauge on the shipping price. $19 for shipping of a DVD? Come on. Put those prices on the board before I select it!

Date of experience: January 2, 2026

Quick and easy
August 16, 2025
Previous review

Quick and easy. Easy to read, no nagging. Decent search engine. Needs better sorting, and more results per page

Date of experience: August 5, 2025
Washington
1 review
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Like I said before, the shipping cost is; higher than...
January 13, 2026
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Like I said before, the shipping cost is; higher than the cost of the books. I don't believe for a minute these shipping costs are ALL 4.99!

Date of experience: January 2, 2026

Your shipping costs are unrealistic
January 10, 2026
Previous review

Your shipping costs are unrealistic. The shipping cost as much as the books.

Date of experience: December 30, 2025
Texas
2 reviews
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Easy to locate and this requirement to give 50 words is coercive and misguided. I am a customer and you should take whatever response I choose to give, one work or 25

Date of experience: January 2, 2026
Illinois
1 review
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Asked me to fill in same form twice
January 12, 2026

Asked me to fill in same form twice. Yes, I know there is one for shipping and one for billing, but looped me back to shipping address again. Might have ordered twice because initially no response at all to "place order".

Date of experience: January 2, 2026
Georgia
1 review
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Main Source
January 12, 2026

I'm always looking for old titles for myself or for friends. I usually find it here and at a reasonable cost. Alibris will ship it directly without delays.

Date of experience: January 2, 2026
Colorado
1 review
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Artist Collection Book
January 12, 2026

In new condition exactly as described! It took the USPS awhile to deliver it, but it finally came. Outstanding follow up and great customer service by Alibris! Thanks! Dan

Date of experience: January 2, 2026
Minnesota
1 review
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Mixed media
January 12, 2026

Ordered books and cds for christmas from 3 different retailers. Two arrived on time and the third shortly after. Been using Alibris for years for used goods and find it a great alterntive to the larger online retailers.

Date of experience: January 2, 2026
New York
1 review
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Gift
January 12, 2026

The book I ordered was a gift. The notice I received stated book was shipped same day I ordered it. No tracking was provided. It was 2 weeks before the item arrived. Once it arrived the book was in very good condition. Except for shipping, it was a good experience.

Date of experience: January 2, 2026
Illinois
1 review
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Faulty description
January 12, 2026

One book I ordered - The Reason for God - was listed as "Fine/Like new" but came with the physical binding wore off on the top and bottom, down to the pages. Book should have been listed as "Poor" in which case I would not have wasted $7. Turned in a report on it and never heard back. Very disappointed.

Date of experience: January 2, 2026
Washington
1 review
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I'm happy
January 12, 2026
Updated review

I only bought one book this time. Perfect experience!
I hate books that have underlining and scribbled notes
So usually pay extra for "very good" condition and so far
So good. The book I got was pretty old but in like new
Condition with no stains or marks etc.
Love Alibris!

Date of experience: December 4, 2025

When I went to Paypal the $ amount was much less?
August 12, 2025
Previous review

When I went to Paypal the $ amount was much less? Then when I returned to check my order and clicked the place order button it said the right amount was charged to Paypal. It worked ok but was confusing.

Date of experience: August 1, 2025