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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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1,018
value
12,477
shipping
12,467
quality
12,461
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Florida
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It was easy and your prices are appreciated. I hope the condition of the book I ordered is in really good condition.

Would you happen to carry Sparkling Gems from the Greek volume 1. Of the price is right volume 2 as well?

Date of experience: May 31, 2021
Pennsylvania
1 review
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The website is clear & easy to use and check-out was effective!

Date of experience: May 31, 2021
New York
1 review
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I do not like the saving of my credit card number. I see no way to say no to your saving it. I prefer to use the card and refuse a site permission to save. Neverthe less, shopping is easy

Date of experience: May 31, 2021
France
2 reviews
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Site is easy to negotiate, good price for the book I'm ordering.

Date of experience: May 31, 2021
Arizona
1 review
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Quick and easy to place an order. Now will see how the order is filled.

Date of experience: May 30, 2021
Maryland
1 review
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So far Alibris has had the books I want at prices I can afford. I've been very pleased.

Date of experience: May 30, 2021
California
1 review
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Disappointed that the adverts I receive have catches in order to get the free shipping, or $$-off. Still, I use you instead of Amazon.

Date of experience: May 30, 2021
Tennessee
1 review
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Love your order form
May 31, 2021

Love your order form. Easiest I've every used! Thanks,

Date of experience: May 30, 2021
Pennsylvania
1 review
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Reeived my 3 books in a timely manner and was very satisfied with my order

Date of experience: May 30, 2021
New York
1 review
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It was great!
May 31, 2021

It was great! I was confused at first with the free shipping but figured it out in the end

Date of experience: May 30, 2021
California
2 reviews
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Placing order was easy
May 31, 2021

Placing order was easy. However, I asked in the "search" page for new copies and only used items were shown to me.

Date of experience: May 30, 2021
Vermont
1 review
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This site has the best prices for used books on the internet. Conditions have almost always been accurate and I've never had trouble with an order being fulfilled. I only shop on this site for used books!

Date of experience: May 30, 2021
South Carolina
1 review
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Easy to locate a book and easy to checkout. I always do price comparisons and end up here.

Date of experience: May 30, 2021
Colorado
2 reviews
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Site easy to navigate
May 30, 2021

Site easy to navigate. Found what I was looking for.

Date of experience: May 30, 2021
Illinois
1 review
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Found everything I was looking for and more - overall great!

Date of experience: May 30, 2021
New York
1 review
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The wrong phone number is associated with my address. How do you change it? It is not clear.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: May 30, 2021
New Jersey
1 review
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I like your service very much and look forward to my next order.

Date of experience: May 30, 2021
Massachusetts
1 review
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I have purchased through Alibris before. Satisfied.

Date of experience: May 30, 2021
Massachusetts
1 review
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WHEN i SIGNED UP FOR YOUR EMAILS IT DIDN'T SAY I HAD TO PURCHASE $50 TO GET MY $5 OFF MY NEXT PURCHASE.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: May 30, 2021
Washington
1 review
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Was easy to find what I was looking for and easy to checkout.

Date of experience: May 30, 2021