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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
1,029
value
12,645
shipping
12,635
quality
12,629
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Maryland
1 review
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Simple, easy and well secured
July 16, 2025

Simple, easy and well secured. Would shop with Alibris again.

Date of experience: July 6, 2025
District of Columbia
2 reviews
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Easy to use site
July 16, 2025
Updated review

Easy to use site. Got a good deal too. I have been an Alibris customer for many years.

Date of experience: July 6, 2025

Easy to locate book I wanted at a fair price
March 14, 2023
Previous review

Easy to locate book I wanted at a fair price.

Date of experience: March 14, 2023
Georgia
1 review
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Awesome shopping experience, as always. Many thanks to your fine company.

Date of experience: July 6, 2025
Nevada
1 review
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Made it so easy!
July 16, 2025

Made it so easy! Great prices! And availability of books!

Date of experience: July 6, 2025
Connecticut
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Always have what I am looking for, and the website is easy to use.

Date of experience: July 6, 2025
Oregon
1 review
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They have the books that on other online stores have. I don't like searching all over the internet when I can find them all here.

Date of experience: July 6, 2025
Missouri
1 review
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So far a good shopping experience
July 16, 2025

So far a good shopping experience. This is the first time using this vendor.

Date of experience: July 6, 2025
Florida
1 review
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I added two books to my checkout, then you required me to log in again because I already had an old account. I lost the two books and could only find one of them and gave up on trying to find the other

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: July 6, 2025
Wisconsin
1 review
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A good experience and product
July 16, 2025

I ordered an old D&D monster manual. The order shipped and arrived quickly. It wasn't clear which edition/cover art I was getting as the listing used stock images, but I believe that was specified. Well I didn't get the cover I was expecting, but the one I got is older and worth more, and i didnt already have it so i was fine. The price was reasonable and the condition was pretty good too. Thanks.

Date of experience: July 6, 2025
Michigan
1 review
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Packed and ready
July 16, 2025

Delivery was prompt and the packaging was protective and efficient.

Date of experience: July 6, 2025
Illinois
1 review
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Bonnard the colorist
July 16, 2025

Excellent service - came within the week - beauriful colors & in great shape! Thanks for sending difficult to locate art book!

Date of experience: July 6, 2025
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I think that the search features could me more sophisticated.

Date of experience: July 6, 2025
New Mexico
1 review
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Love that Alibris always has what I want!
July 16, 2025
Updated review

Love that Alibris always has what I want! Quick shipping. No mistakes!

Date of experience: July 6, 2025

Alibris is the best!
July 2, 2025
Previous review

Alibris is the best!?!?!

Date of experience: June 21, 2025
Iowa
1 review
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Quick and responsive
July 16, 2025

Quick and responsive. Nothing I can suggest to improve the experience.

Date of experience: July 6, 2025
Colorado
1 review
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I was able to find the books I am interested in reading and place my order for them easily. The prices are very good as well.

Date of experience: July 6, 2025
Florida
1 review
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Alibris is my go-to shop for books. I've found so many great books and authors, including Lynn Austin, Jessie Gussman, Julie Klaasen, Tracie Peterson, Karen Witemeyer, and more!

Date of experience: July 6, 2025
California
1 review
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Great stuff!
July 16, 2025

Placed an order from multiple sellers at one time. All orders were received promptly and the items were just as described by the sellers. Thank you!

Date of experience: July 6, 2025
Texas
1 review
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Mailing Time
July 16, 2025

The book was well packed and came in excellent condition. My only disappointment was that ordered it on June 15th but it did not arrive until July 5th. I made my research deadline but I was anxious about the long delivery time.

Date of experience: July 6, 2025
Florida
1 review
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Great availability at low prices but shipping is quite a shock when you go to check out.

Date of experience: July 6, 2025
Wisconsin
1 review
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Good It was easy to find what I was looking for and prices are reasonable

Date of experience: July 6, 2025