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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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1,025
value
12,589
shipping
12,579
quality
12,573
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I had to re-enter my credit card number three times because the credit card address would not accept "CA"

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: April 6, 2021
New York
1 review
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Found what I was looking for
April 7, 2021

Found what I was looking for. Changing my info. Was easy.

Date of experience: April 6, 2021
Illinois
1 review
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Using Alibris to find the books I want secondhand extremely easy, and the prices are consistently even lower than most used bookstores. Shipping is usually very quick, and if a book you ordered becomes unavailable they let you know right away.

Date of experience: April 6, 2021
North Carolina
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Website worked smoothly and navigation was easy to understand.

Date of experience: April 6, 2021
California
1 review
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As always, a good experience when ordering from Alibris

Date of experience: April 6, 2021
Massachusetts
1 review
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Excellent shopping experience, links me to just about any book I could ask for, and supports local businesses. What's not to like?

Date of experience: April 6, 2021
Pennsylvania
1 review
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Great experience great prices best deal on the net

Date of experience: April 6, 2021
California
3 reviews
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Mostly easy, and so glad you have this particular book. (Wasn't sure whether to get new account or if I already had one.)

Date of experience: April 6, 2021
Georgia
1 review
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Great shopping experience so far
April 6, 2021

Great shopping experience so far. First time ordering from Alibris.

Date of experience: April 6, 2021
Illinois
1 review
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My Shopping experience was secure, fast, and this is a real blessing for me because I couldn't find this book on other websites.

Date of experience: April 6, 2021
Virginia
1 review
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Good please send me the book I have nothing to say

Date of experience: April 6, 2021
Connecticut
2 reviews
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Used before also
April 6, 2021

Used before also. Each time found to be quick, easy and reliable. Descriptions accurate and concise. Delivery in reasonable amount of time. Overall excellent.

Date of experience: April 6, 2021
Wisconsin
1 review
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Able to find large print copies for our church library.

Date of experience: April 6, 2021
California
1 review
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I appreciate all of the filters that can be used to choose book conditions!

Date of experience: April 6, 2021
New York
1 review
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Alibris won my loyalty for keeps when a shipment from you failed to arrive, I reported the fact after a month's wait, and you sent a replacement. I appreciated, and appreciate, your trust.

Date of experience: April 6, 2021
Louisiana
1 review
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Quickly found what I was looking for and checkout was fast and easy.

Date of experience: April 6, 2021
South Carolina
1 review
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Never have I gotten anything bad. Truly satisfied.

Date of experience: April 6, 2021
California
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This is the second time I was told an item I had successfully ordered was not actually available. This time I had even been sent an e-mail that the item had shipped as well! That is multiple levels of misleading.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: April 6, 2021
Florida
1 review
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I was given this website to order a gift for my son in law. It was very easy and staraight forward. Thank you for that.

Date of experience: April 6, 2021
Ohio
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To be able to look inside the book to table of contents would be a plus... thanks for offering this book.

Date of experience: April 6, 2021