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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
12,467
shipping
12,457
quality
12,451
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Canada
1 review
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I have used this site for over 15 years. I keep coming back.

Date of experience: May 2, 2021
Philippines
1 review
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Very good search conducted
May 3, 2021

Very good search conducted. Happy with inclusion of sort options. Hopefully, all sellers will place description of the books for better shopping choice.

Date of experience: May 2, 2021
Colorado
1 review
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I would prefer to know the total cost upfront rather than having items (shipping and tax) included as "add-on."

Date of experience: May 2, 2021
Colorado
1 review
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Excellent selection
May 3, 2021

Excellent selection. Great customer service.

Date of experience: May 2, 2021
Indiana
1 review
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Easy to find books
May 3, 2021

Easy to find books. Easy to order. Like Alibris as a business.

Date of experience: May 2, 2021
Iowa
1 review
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Have difficulty remember ing password and could not compare prices including shipping

Date of experience: May 2, 2021
Minnesota
1 review
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Alibris generally has the book or textbook I am searching and at an affordable price.

Date of experience: May 2, 2021
California
1 review
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I have been looking for this book for a while. I am happy to have found it here.

Date of experience: May 2, 2021
Washington
1 review
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Thanks for carrying a wide range of books I can't find elsewhere! I'll be returning to this site in the near future.
Sincerely,
Richard E Smith

Date of experience: May 2, 2021
District of Columbia
1 review
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User friendly web site
May 2, 2021

User friendly web site. Quick, and easy in and out. Thanks

Date of experience: May 2, 2021
Georgia
1 review
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Found what i want at a good price, hopefully it is as described!

Date of experience: May 2, 2021
New York
1 review
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I love supporting small dealers and for that reason this site is great. I was once sent a 5 dollar book instead of a $30 dollar album and they didn't rectify it, which is very disappointing. Also their coupon system is misleading.

Date of experience: May 2, 2021
Kansas
2 reviews
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Told I would get 5 dollars off... sure didn't happen.

Date of experience: May 2, 2021
Florida
1 review
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I was able to save money on books that I needed for work as a therapist and I used the coupon to get a deeper discount on the shipping. Bravo!

Date of experience: May 2, 2021
California
1 review
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Took longer than expected, but did find the book I wanted.

Date of experience: May 2, 2021
Indiana
1 review
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Found the book I wanted for far less than it was listed on Amazon.

Date of experience: May 2, 2021
Washington
1 review
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Simple, straightforward, you had the book I wanted in the quality I wanted.

Date of experience: May 2, 2021
Florida
1 review
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I always find whatever I'm looking for and at a great price.

Date of experience: May 2, 2021
New York
1 review
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Very easy search with payment and shipping options.

Date of experience: May 2, 2021
Virginia
1 review
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Everything went well in making and placing my order.

Date of experience: May 2, 2021