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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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value
12,398
shipping
12,388
quality
12,382
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Please wrap the books with plastic for shipping. Then will be perfect.

Date of experience: September 5, 2021
Kansas
1 review
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Simple, fair and easy
September 6, 2021

Simple, fair and easy. What else could a buyer want

Date of experience: September 5, 2021
Pennsylvania
1 review
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This is a first time order for me & it was a breeze! Can't wait for my book!
Thank you!

Date of experience: September 5, 2021
California
1 review
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I love Alibris
September 6, 2021

I love Alibris. They ship quickly, and the merchandise is high quality.

Date of experience: September 5, 2021
Illinois
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Quick and easy
September 5, 2021

Quick and easy. Bought a second book from you it was so easy.

Date of experience: September 5, 2021
Arizona
1 review
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Easy to access what I am looking for; visually pleasing and offers a broad variety of options

Date of experience: September 5, 2021
Florida
1 review
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Quick and easy to locate books
September 5, 2021

Quick and easy to locate books. Shipping choices not readily accessible.

Date of experience: September 5, 2021
California
1 review
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I tried to buy this book with 2 other vendors but they both required I have an account with them and I could not find out how to do that but your guest app came up as a choice! Thank you!

Date of experience: September 5, 2021
Virginia
1 review
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Good mobile UX!
September 5, 2021

Good mobile UX! Prices are much fairer than larger retailers.

Date of experience: September 5, 2021
Tennessee
1 review
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So easy
September 5, 2021

So easy

However -- my feeling is that no book should be priced under $5

Date of experience: September 5, 2021
Texas
1 review
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Difficult to revise order before purchase. And it FORCES you to pick follow up and publish on public sites before you can finalize

Date of experience: September 5, 2021
Illinois
1 review
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Quick, easy search and navigation with innumerable buying options; first rate.

Date of experience: September 5, 2021
Florida
1 review
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Well done changed card easily
September 5, 2021

Well done changed card easily. Found the book quickly, go, go, go

Date of experience: September 5, 2021
New York
1 review
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You always have the books I'm looking for. The sellers give honest descriptions.
The best site.

Date of experience: September 5, 2021
Florida
1 review
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I always find what I am looking for at Alibris. A terrific place for books.

Date of experience: September 5, 2021
Massachusetts
3 reviews
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New to the site
September 5, 2021

New to the site. Seems pretty straightforward. Look forward to receiving the book.

Date of experience: September 5, 2021
Washington
1 review
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Easy to find my book, and very clear on book condition, shipping costs and delivery dates

Date of experience: September 5, 2021
California
1 review
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Haven't received my order but the shopping experience was easy and streamlined and lots of sellers and books to choose from ranging in price and quality.

Date of experience: September 5, 2021
New York
3 reviews
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It was simple, I just hope it's the version I'm after.

Date of experience: September 5, 2021
California
2 reviews
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Quick and easy to use and the price was right for this intriguing book!

Date of experience: September 5, 2021