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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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value
12,388
shipping
12,378
quality
12,372
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Texas
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Quick and easy, though I didn't find any options to change my shipping method - I would have liked to choose a priority option.

Date of experience: January 19, 2021
North Carolina
1 review
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Book price was great and ordering was easy. Can't wait to get my book.

Date of experience: January 19, 2021
Texas
1 review
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I absolutely love purchasing my books from Alibris! Alibris has an amazing variety of content, wide range of different books, and great prices!

Date of experience: January 18, 2021
Texas
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I am absolutely thrilled to have found this book on here. It was the very first occult book bought for me as a gift from my mom. I didn't know the authors name and as fate would have it this popped up.

Date of experience: January 18, 2021
Florida
1 review
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I want to order 6 of these, not kust 1. If you can change the quantity I would appreciate it! Thank you!

Date of experience: January 18, 2021
California
1 review
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Lots of books in the series but you can narrow down your search.

Date of experience: January 18, 2021
Mississippi
2 reviews
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Good prices and delivery considering the virus situation

Date of experience: January 18, 2021
Alabama
1 review
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Have had a great experience with alibris every time I've used it.
Thanks!

Date of experience: January 18, 2021
Washington
1 review
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It was very easy to buy a book through your services.

Date of experience: January 18, 2021
Tennessee
1 review
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Clear and precise
January 19, 2021

Clear and precise. Very quick in responding to my question.

Date of experience: January 18, 2021
Colorado
1 review
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I have placed a total of 4 orders so far. Not one of these gives the option for coupons during the order process. Therefore, I have been unable to take advantage of savings thus far.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: January 18, 2021
Colorado
1 review
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Ease in gathering all information about the process of buying the book.

Date of experience: January 18, 2021
Washington
1 review
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Not easy to search for music
February 17, 2021

Not easy to search for music. Cannot see any names in description on an album.
I had to change password, and when I tried to go back to my shipping cart, all selections had been deleted.
Otherwise, I like alibris very much. I like having an option that is not amazon!:)
Now that I tried to submit my comments, I am being forced to check an agreement to allow my comments to be made public. I do not like that at all as I have no way of knowing if my personal info/ ID would be also posted.

Date of experience: January 18, 2021
Washington
1 review
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Alibris is one of my very fav sources for used books!

Date of experience: January 18, 2021
Florida
5 reviews
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Easy, good info about book, hopefully quick delivery!

Date of experience: January 18, 2021
Missouri
1 review
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Very good value and an easy site to use. Thank you!

Date of experience: January 18, 2021
Kentucky
2 reviews
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Happy Return Customer
January 18, 2021
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Found what I was looking for quickly and at a great price.

Date of experience: January 18, 2021

Found what I was looking for quickly and at a great...
January 4, 2021
Previous review

Found what I was looking for quickly and at a great price.

Date of experience: January 4, 2021
Pennsylvania
1 review
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Just found you guys look forward to doing more business with you.

Date of experience: January 18, 2021
Ohio
1 review
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Happy to find this book
Easy to use website
Thank you

Date of experience: January 18, 2021
GB
1 review
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First time I used your site, up to now straight forward.

Date of experience: January 18, 2021