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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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1,012
value
12,384
shipping
12,374
quality
12,368
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Florida
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Very thorough with search for the book. Quick find and checkout.

Date of experience: April 18, 2021
Florida
1 review
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Clean website made it easy to make selection and continue through the checkout info and payment.

Date of experience: April 18, 2021
Florida
1 review
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My shopping experience has been very good so far. I appreciate your offer to consolidate books being bought at the same store to save me money. I look forward to receiving my books and ordering more.

Date of experience: April 18, 2021
Illinois
1 review
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A good source for hard-to-get books. The site is easy to use.

Date of experience: April 18, 2021
Alabama
1 review
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Excellent info, excellent website, have purchased from your company before. Like the ability to make a charitable donation at the same time.

Date of experience: April 18, 2021
South Carolina
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Glad to know you are available for hard-to-find books!

Date of experience: April 18, 2021
New Hampshire
1 review
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Always happy with my purchases and experiences with Alibris.

Date of experience: April 17, 2021
Texas
1 review
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I was going to by 100 dollars in books, however i could not get the books for the price i was able to pay since shipping and handling was over my budget. I like to order more books, but shipping and handling price is too high to pay for used books.

Date of experience: April 17, 2021
New Jersey
1 review
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Description of book is more accurate than on Amazon.
Important for an expensive book!

Date of experience: April 17, 2021
Rhode Island
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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I've had no problems with your service and I've used it many times.

Date of experience: April 17, 2021
California
1 review
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Ordering is easy
April 18, 2021

Ordering is easy. I'm anxious to see how well the rest of the process works!

Date of experience: April 17, 2021
Oregon
1 review
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I always receive books on time and get wonderful customer service. The selection of books is often just what I'm looking for.

Date of experience: April 17, 2021
Georgia
1 review
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Ease of ordering and readily available title made for a happy experience.

Date of experience: April 17, 2021
Virginia
1 review
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Love free shipping
April 17, 2021

Love free shipping. Found all the books I was looking for.

Date of experience: April 17, 2021
California
1 review
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Wonderful selection
April 17, 2021

Wonderful selection. Would like to have better idea on shipping costs before checkout.

Date of experience: April 17, 2021
Indiana
1 review
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I love this site they always have what I'm looking for and it comes up fast.

Date of experience: April 17, 2021
Wisconsin
1 review
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I enjoy your great selection and ease of navigation, but would like to see shipping costs more visible.

Date of experience: April 17, 2021
Pennsylvania
1 review
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Had everything I was looking for, from first book to last.

Date of experience: April 17, 2021
New York
2 reviews
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Found just what I wanted!
April 17, 2021

Found just what I wanted! Fast easy check out. Prompt, gracious service!
Thank you!

Date of experience: April 17, 2021
New York
1 review
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Very Difficult to change shipping address. Had to quit internet browser and log back in again. Shipping choices limited. I know from past purchase that independent sellers can take their sweet time shipping items and often do. Why does alibris appear to charge at 1st class parcel rates and deliver at slower and cheaper media mail rate? Delivery window excessively wide.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: April 17, 2021