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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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1,012
value
12,342
shipping
12,332
quality
12,326
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Massachusetts
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Great prices, clear and easy interface
September 24, 2021

Great prices, clear and easy interface. Spent $60 less than I was expecting to pay for my books for school.

Date of experience: September 24, 2021
Texas
1 review
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Alibris sells e-books with no content
October 24, 2021

Alibris sold me an e-book with no content. I was not eligible for a refund because it had been more than 14 days since I ordered. I finally opened the book on day 20 and realized the $70 e-textbook I purchased for college had only the cover available--literally the only "page" available was a picture of the cover. They refused to do anything to remedy the situation.

Update:
I received this response a few hours after posting my review. Thank you for taking this matter seriously. I will update my review again once I receive the refund.

"Hi Alyssa,

I'm not sure what happened with that ebook, but it clearly wasn't as it was listed. The policy is no returns on ebooks after 14 days which is why you received that response, but since the item you bought was basically useless, it doesn't make sense not to refund you. I've pushed through your refund now, so you should see it show up on your credit card statement within 2 to 5 business days. I'm sorry for the trouble.

Michael B.
Alibris Customer Service"

Date of experience: September 24, 2021
Illinois
1 review
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Easy but you charge a high tax amount of the product

Date of experience: September 24, 2021
Texas
3 reviews
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I love shopping at Alibris
September 24, 2021

I love shopping at Alibris. I found out about it from my daughter a librarian at Texas Tech University. I train teachers to work with people with dyslexia. I always introduce them to Alibris.

Date of experience: September 24, 2021
Washington
1 review
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Always quick and accurate
September 24, 2021

Always quick and accurate. I always shop alibris before looking elsewhere!

Date of experience: September 24, 2021
Virginia
1 review
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Found what i wanted quickly
September 24, 2021

Found what i wanted quickly. Hopefully since mailing to Columbia, MD arrives in next couple days.

Date of experience: September 24, 2021
Missouri
1 review
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I love Alibris, I always find just the right book and...
September 24, 2021
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I love Alibris, I always find just the right book and they make ordering fast and easy!

Date of experience: September 24, 2021

So easy and fast, book found and bought in the time...
June 11, 2021
Previous review

So easy and fast, book found and bought in the time it takes to type it! I never have an issue with them!

Date of experience: June 11, 2021
Pennsylvania
1 review
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Love this site
September 24, 2021
Updated review

Love this site. Shipping is a little more than what I would like to spend, but the quality of the books makes up for it.

Date of experience: September 24, 2021

Very pleasant
September 4, 2021
Previous review

Very pleasant

Date of experience: September 4, 2021
Texas
1 review
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Quick & easy
September 24, 2021

Quick & easy. I was lured in by the hook my items were cataloged with -- "free shipping eligible" but disappointed when that option was not provided during the purchase process. Not a deal breaker.

Date of experience: September 24, 2021
South Carolina
1 review
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Filtering to find items with free shipping is awesome
September 24, 2021
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Filtering to find items with free shipping is awesome

Date of experience: September 24, 2021

Free shipping offer misleading
September 24, 2021
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Free shipping offer misleading

Date of experience: September 24, 2021
New York
1 review
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The constant adding security codes every time I want to delete something from the card is so time consuming! Why isn't the total price, including shipping, always shown, like other booksellers provide?

Date of experience: September 24, 2021
New York
1 review
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A fast easy system to place an order, very uncomplicated thank you

Date of experience: September 24, 2021
New York
3 reviews
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Your shipping charges for paperbacks is higher than Thrift books. My only quibble.

Date of experience: September 24, 2021
Washington
1 review
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Over all this business is excellent and helpful. It has its problems, but I like it.

Date of experience: September 24, 2021
Utah
1 review
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A glitch occurred and I ended up with an empty cart. I started over and the billing came up twice as much so I backed out and everything reloaded. I was able to delete the other half of my order. Technology is amazing. The website is easy to follow and order from.

Date of experience: September 23, 2021
Delaware
1 review
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Thank you for providing me with this very precious artists' CD. Your website was very easy to use and your messages and acknowledgements were very appropriate and accurate.

Date of experience: September 23, 2021
Wisconsin
1 review
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This site was recommended to me and it worked well.

Date of experience: September 23, 2021
California
1 review
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I am saddened that book stores are going away, but your store is a nice relief for me. The site is easy to use and very well stocked. Thank you and keep up the great work!

Date of experience: September 23, 2021
New York
1 review
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A great way to find new and used books at good prices

Date of experience: September 23, 2021
Minnesota
1 review
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Long process because I thought I had to get $39 of...
October 24, 2021
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Long process because I thought I had to get $39 of items to get free shipping, but after much work, I realized most of my items did not qualify.

Date of experience: September 23, 2021

I tried to order books last night, but Alibris system was having issues. Then, when I tried today, using code THANKS, it didn't work, saying it can only be used once. I never placed my order, so I never got to use it. I increased my order, so I was able to use PURE to save $8.

Date of experience: April 9, 2021