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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
12,464
shipping
12,454
quality
12,448
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California
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This was simple and easy to understand!
September 23, 2021

This was simple and easy to understand!

I wish we all were!
Have a nice day!

God Bless!

John Symington II
*******@icloud.com

Date of experience: September 22, 2021
California
1 review
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I At the moment it seems simple I will wait and see

Date of experience: September 22, 2021
California
1 review
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The only thing I can think of to improve is to add more thorough descriptions of the book's content

Date of experience: September 22, 2021
California
1 review
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I made a mistake when I saw the shipping price, tried to delete my order, was unable, but the coupon convinced me to go aheadf and buy the book.

Date of experience: September 22, 2021
Arizona
1 review
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Easy to search by type, price, author, title or narrator
September 23, 2021
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Easy to search by type, price, author, title or narrator

Date of experience: September 22, 2021

Simple and quick
September 23, 2021
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Simple and quick

Date of experience: September 22, 2021
Connecticut
1 review
0 helpful votes
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My shipping experience on this website, is greater, then amazon.
Alibris take good care of my book.
No tear,
Rip book or missing page.
And no missing books.
Alibris company take good care of the book.

Date of experience: September 22, 2021
New Jersey
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Happy to be able to get the books I wanted. Shipping costs rather high.

Date of experience: September 22, 2021
New Hampshire
3 reviews
0 helpful votes
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You had a book I wanted at a price I was willing to pay

Date of experience: September 22, 2021
Washington
1 review
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Very clean, logical progression
September 22, 2021

Very clean, logical progression. In the middle of checkout, I remembered another book I was interested in, found it at a good price, added it to the order--then was able to clearly review all items before purchasing. Even Amazon fumbles when you exit checkout then try to return complete.

Date of experience: September 22, 2021
Mississippi
1 review
0 helpful votes
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This is one of several experiences with this company...
September 22, 2021
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This is one of several experiences with this company all good so far

Date of experience: September 22, 2021

Pretty easy
August 20, 2021
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Pretty easy

Date of experience: August 20, 2021
Illinois
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Found what I was looking for at a good used price.

Date of experience: September 22, 2021
District of Columbia
1 review
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It has been easy to find the books I want, but I have not been able to track them once they have been shipped.

Date of experience: September 22, 2021
New York
1 review
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The prices of used books I'm first shown are much higher than previously. Occasionally, I need a book quickly, and in that case do not use my Kindle (borrowed books form my Library). Please stop showing me the more expensive, or shipping-enhanced choices. I prefer hardcopy books and love Alibrish... Please let me continue to do so. Thanks shaorn sullivan

Date of experience: September 22, 2021
Texas
2 reviews
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Easy to find what I was looking for, checkout was a...
September 22, 2021
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Easy to find what I was looking for, checkout was a breeze especially with PayPal as an option... best way to get to completed transaction... thank you

Date of experience: September 22, 2021

I find what I am looking for, the prices are great...
January 15, 2021
Previous review

I find what I am looking for, the prices are great and the shipping is always within the time frame specified... what could be better?

Date of experience: January 15, 2021
Idaho
2 reviews
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Great price, shipping is a bummer, more than the books. But all in all good experience.

Date of experience: September 22, 2021
Mississippi
1 review
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I have been shopping at alibris for many years. I have always been very happy with my experience and the quality of the books I purchase!

Date of experience: September 22, 2021
Indiana
1 review
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Love getting my books through Alibris, they are always in good condition

Date of experience: September 22, 2021
Michigan
1 review
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Excellent range of choices, availability of titles
September 22, 2021
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Excellent range of choices, availability of titles.

Date of experience: September 22, 2021

Easy to use, high quality, reliable service
June 7, 2021
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Easy to use, high quality, reliable service.

Date of experience: June 7, 2021
Louisiana
1 review
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Outstanding selection, easy to view and choose material.

Date of experience: September 22, 2021
Florida
1 review
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I have ordered other books from you before
September 22, 2021
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I have ordered other books from you before. I'm now at Fort Myers City Marina, 1300 Lee Street, Fort Myers, Fl ******* so please send this book to the above shipping address. Would appreciate confirmation. Best regards, Richard---- *******@gmail.com

Date of experience: September 22, 2021

Excellent!
May 12, 2021
Previous review

Excellent! 5 Stars Your payment/shipping software is AA+

Date of experience: May 11, 2021