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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
1,019
value
12,491
shipping
12,481
quality
12,475
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California
2 reviews
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I've been looking all over the place for this DvD.

Date of experience: June 21, 2021
Oregon
1 review
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Coupons do not reveal price point until checkout :(

Date of experience: June 21, 2021
Missouri
2 reviews
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Easy to order
June 22, 2021

Easy to order. Felt confident CD would be in good condition although used.

Date of experience: June 21, 2021
Oregon
1 review
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I would like a better description of some of these books. They are very vague.

Date of experience: June 21, 2021
Canada
1 review
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The only problem I see (it's why you only have 4 stars instead of 5) is in the description of books and movies from sellers. They are sometime too general. For example I've bought a few hardcover books and I had to ask the retailers if there was a dust jacket. It should be the first thing while describing the book condition.

Date of experience: June 21, 2021
Washington
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Seems that once I got the wrong zip code in, I would go and edit it, but then i would go to pay and it was the incorrect zip code and I would go back and edit and then pay and round and round we went. Finally I think it must have taken it!

Date of experience: June 21, 2021
Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Why don't you give me a straight $ 5.00 discount instead of a tricky sales tactic?

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: June 21, 2021
New Hampshire
1 review
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Books are easy to locate and there is a wide selection.

Date of experience: June 21, 2021
Massachusetts
1 review
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It was easy to navigate on your website, and I found all of the information I needed without any trouble.

Date of experience: June 21, 2021
Virginia
1 review
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Great selections, easy site to buy from... in out, done!

Date of experience: June 21, 2021
Pennsylvania
1 review
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Very happy with the cart optimizing option. Thank you!

Date of experience: June 21, 2021
North Carolina
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Easy shopping experience, clear and concise website

Date of experience: June 21, 2021
Ohio
1 review
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So far so good
June 21, 2021

So far so good - let's see how long it takes to arrive

Date of experience: June 21, 2021
Arizona
1 review
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The purchase request is processed very quickly. The book price and the shipping charge are reasonable. Alibris seems to have the books I'm looking for, so I keep returning

Date of experience: June 21, 2021
California
1 review
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Up to the point of purchase, this is the easiest website to be on. So 5 stars there. Now the question is timely delivery and it remains to be seen that I get my order. I will have to wait until i get my delivery to determine the 5 stars in that catagory.

Date of experience: June 21, 2021
South Carolina
1 review
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Despite claims of lower prices from other distributors, I find Alibris availability, range of selection, and pricing almost always wins the day.

Date of experience: June 21, 2021
Tennessee
1 review
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Website is slow and shipping calculations are very slow and confusing. It is nice to have the cost optimizer but it is not at all clear when it is applied since the shipping costs don't change until the order is placed.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: June 21, 2021
Kansas
1 review
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It was quick and easy to purchase what I wanted from you.

Date of experience: June 21, 2021
Georgia
1 review
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Quick and efficient
June 21, 2021

Quick and efficient. Makes online shopping a pleasant experience!

Date of experience: June 21, 2021
Arizona
1 review
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Website easy to use
June 21, 2021

Website easy to use. Some formatting is confusing.

Date of experience: June 20, 2021