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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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12,488
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You had the book I wanted and Amazon didn't. Good on you.

Date of experience: March 28, 2021
North Carolina
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Would have liked to have been able to return to menu to check on another seller rather than have to remove book to Wishlist in order to proceed.

Date of experience: March 28, 2021
Florida
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Hello!

Normally I do not have any issues with your site, however, today I found concern with your checkout process. As I proceeded to check out 2 books, the site asked me to update my card information. For separate reasons, I decided to not purchase today and stepped away from my laptop for a moment.

My cellphone received a notification from my bank stating that a purchase had been made from Alibris. I immediately responded to the text to communicate that this was not authorized (see photo) and checked my laptop. I hadn't updated the card information like it had asked and I had not confirmed my purchase. Additionally, I looked at my Alibris purchasing history and it said that I hadn't purchased any books today.

I'm concerned with your transaction portal. I do not want to be charged for items that I did not confirm.

Please advise. Thank you!

Date of experience: March 28, 2021
KR
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Very responsible and reliable seller, highly recommended!

Date of experience: March 28, 2021
Illinois
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I love alibris!
March 28, 2021

I love alibris! I just order the books I want to read and in a week or so they are delivered. You have a great selection of old and new I am glad I found you! Claudia Salins

Date of experience: March 27, 2021
Texas
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Always the most options even for books hard to find.

Date of experience: March 27, 2021
New Jersey
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Today's order was easier than ever
March 28, 2021

Today's order was easier than ever. Found exactly what I needed very quickly.

Date of experience: March 27, 2021
New York
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Found a very rare book that I need to learn a little-known tribal language. Couldn't be happier. It was less that $15.

Date of experience: March 27, 2021
Michigan
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I bought a book
March 28, 2021

I bought a book. I just ordered it. I will see how it goes.

Date of experience: March 27, 2021
Pennsylvania
1 review
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I'm *always* able to find the books I want at very reasonable prices!

Date of experience: March 27, 2021
Arizona
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Found a very hard to find set after other book search engines failed to do so. Good on you Alibris!

Date of experience: March 27, 2021
Arkansas
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It is easy to compare books by price and facility, but annoying not to have an idea of the shipping costs before checkout.

Date of experience: March 27, 2021
Pennsylvania
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Excellent website and great books... My go to place for what I want.

Date of experience: March 27, 2021
North Carolina
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So far it has been phenomenal
March 27, 2021

So far it has been phenomenal. Highly recommended so far.

Date of experience: March 27, 2021
Arizona
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I enjoy shopping Alibris, they have served my needs well. My hope is they will some how make it possible to bring forth the same vendors so shipping costs could be saved with out extensive time to search each item for the same vendor.

Date of experience: March 27, 2021
Ohio
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I like your new idea where you give a choice for a better price

Date of experience: March 27, 2021
New Jersey
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The shopping was easy now let's see how the shipping works out.

Date of experience: March 27, 2021
Vermont
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Final judgement withheld until the book arrives within the promised time.

Date of experience: March 27, 2021
Pennsylvania
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Just getting textbooks for class
March 27, 2021

Just getting textbooks for class. 978-0-7637-3889-1 (ISBN) is 1st edition, yet you have it listed as 2nd edition. I verified on several other websites. Thought you'd want to know.

Date of experience: March 27, 2021
Texas
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I'll have to wait until I getthe book to see if it is the one as advertized?

Date of experience: March 27, 2021