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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
1,020
value
12,496
shipping
12,486
quality
12,480
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Oregon
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Good expereience
July 19, 2025
Updated review

Using the search button I was able to easily find the item I wanted and the options were clear to understand and ordering was easy. The book arrived in good condition and quickly.

Date of experience: July 9, 2025

I typed in the title of the book I wanted, hit enter,and...
January 18, 2025
Previous review

I typed in the title of the book I wanted, hit enter,and everything was fine.

Date of experience: January 7, 2025
California
1 review
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Easy
July 19, 2025

Easy. Took about 30 seconds to find the book and purchase it.

Date of experience: July 9, 2025
Minnesota
1 review
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Had what I wanted at reasonable price! I will use this book! Yay!

Date of experience: July 9, 2025
Delaware
1 review
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Love this album!
July 19, 2025

The album condition was as described which I didn't mind as long as the CD still played fine (which it does!). Shipping was fast and arrived here with no problems.

Date of experience: July 9, 2025
California
1 review
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So grateful as I could not find these books at a reasonable price

Date of experience: July 9, 2025
California
1 review
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Speedy delivery
July 19, 2025

I'm very pleased with the quality and speedy delivery. Thank you

Date of experience: July 9, 2025
District of Columbia
1 review
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Love ordering books from Alibris, I have been a customer since 2005 I think? Awesome, I have found so many great deals over the years.

Date of experience: July 9, 2025

Great book
May 8, 2025
Previous review

Exactly what we wanted and near perfect condition.
Prompt shipping. Would buy from this shop again.

Date of experience: April 27, 2025
California
1 review
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Perfect Purchase
July 19, 2025

The book arrived in a timely manner and was in perfect condition.

Date of experience: July 9, 2025
New Jersey
1 review
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I understand paying shipping twice for 2 books from different sellers but your shipping fee page shows 4.99 for 1 book and 3.49 each additional.Your system charged 4.99 each and only contact is thru email. I reluctantly paid it because I need the books and couldn't get a live answer. Feels deceitful.It's a petty amount but not for a company selling the amount of books a distributer does. It adds up.

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Date of experience: July 9, 2025
Washington
1 review
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Easy!
July 19, 2025

Easy! Simple, even for geezers like me. I highly recommend your site.

Date of experience: July 9, 2025
New York
1 review
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It was very easy, very clear directions, rapid processing.

Date of experience: July 9, 2025
Georgia
1 review
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I understand it's harder to protect paperbacks but I paid for a new version because I wanted it pristine. Shipping was fast and overall the book was in good condition but the spine was damaged with folds and bends having been shipped in an envelope. Will order again though, overall am pleased but just wish more care was put into protecting the book.

Date of experience: July 9, 2025
North Carolina
1 review
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Great and easy selection!
July 19, 2025

Great and easy selection! Always (almost) get exactly what you r want at great price n

Date of experience: July 9, 2025
Washington
1 review
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Always a good experience
July 19, 2025

Received quickly and in very good condition. Have never had a bad experience with Alibris

Date of experience: July 9, 2025
New York
1 review
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It was a quick as and easy ordering process to get the book I wanted.

Date of experience: July 9, 2025
Washington
1 review
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I instantly found the book I was searching for, at a price lower than I had seen elsewhere!

Date of experience: July 9, 2025
Texas
2 reviews
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Doctor's Bible
July 19, 2025

Prompt delivery and as described. Gift for a fellowship graduate.

Date of experience: July 9, 2025
Virginia
1 review
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I found was I was looking for here as usual
July 19, 2025
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I found was I was looking for here as usual. Got a good price too!

Date of experience: July 9, 2025

Awesome selection of used books, fair prices, timely shipping

Date of experience: May 15, 2025
New York
1 review
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Easy, but password creation box is really too small. OK... 50 characters. H... Reputation and stands out as a quality, unique book experience. Cerebral and quality.

Date of experience: July 9, 2025
Germany
1 review
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Everything was great - thank you very much!
The delivery took a total of 20 days - completely fine. The packaging also arrived here in good condition.

Date of experience: July 9, 2025