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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
1,025
value
12,600
shipping
12,590
quality
12,584
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New York
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Delighted to find this book for a Jersey friend
July 9, 2025
Updated review

Delighted to find this book for a Jersey friend. Alibris really is the best nook-ordering site, although I wish your order page had the option "this is a gift" so price wouldn't be included.
I've been your customer since the 90s, don't know where my order history is.
Thanks.

Date of experience: June 29, 2025

Always straightforward and clear with Alibris
April 17, 2025
Previous review

Always straightforward and clear with Alibris. Been using Alibris almost since ita beginning in 1998. Offers fair split to its sellers, too.

Date of experience: April 7, 2025
South Dakota
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The shopping experience was, to quote Walt Kelly's bug, jes fine.

Date of experience: June 29, 2025

I have no idea.
November 19, 2024
Previous review

It was fine, really. I don't want to make up words just to satisfy your limit.

Date of experience: November 9, 2024
Washington
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy to find searches
July 9, 2025

Easy to find searches. I appreciate the descriptions of books by the sellers

Date of experience: June 29, 2025
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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As a frequent customer, the savings should be populated automatically. This app is a rip off.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: June 29, 2025
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very happy
July 9, 2025

I am very pleased to have received the books I purchased. The price was absolutely amazing as was the condition.

Date of experience: June 29, 2025
Kentucky
1 review
0 helpful votes
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All Good Experience
July 9, 2025

Book arrived in a timely way and in the condition advertised.

Date of experience: June 29, 2025
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy and simple no hassle and quick to purchase. The only thing is this takes to many words.

Date of experience: June 29, 2025
Ohio
1 review
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Great condition
July 9, 2025

Thanks for the Bible. Good service and I love the Bible. I really appreciate it. Keep up the good work. Wonderful experience

Date of experience: June 29, 2025
Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The website was easy to use and was pretty awesome to find something i was looking for!

Date of experience: June 28, 2025
Oregon
1 review
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Very smooth transaction so far
July 9, 2025

Very smooth transaction so far. Alibris wants more characters so I'm adding some.

Date of experience: June 28, 2025
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I love this website
July 9, 2025

I love this website. I order from it with confidence and trust knowing my items are in good quality.

Date of experience: June 28, 2025
Vermont
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great service, excellent choices, fast shipping. Overall A+++

Date of experience: June 28, 2025
Georgia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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It is always a easy, painless site to navigate. I never have a problem in my searches or purchases.

Date of experience: June 28, 2025
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Alibris.book order
July 9, 2025

Received ordered book promptly. Book was affordable and available in very good condition.

Date of experience: June 28, 2025
North Carolina
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Good selection good price, ease of selection, availability of products

Date of experience: June 28, 2025
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Clear instructions that a non-tech person can follow. Thanks!

Date of experience: June 28, 2025
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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My experience with alibris was very fast and easy. I will be using them again.

Date of experience: June 28, 2025
Alabama
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Excellent service. Books arrived in a reasonable time, but in Super condition. Kudos!

Date of experience: June 28, 2025
Washington
1 review
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Good book in great condition
July 8, 2025

Easy to order and get. Very satisfied. Thank you...

Date of experience: June 28, 2025
Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy to use and has a great selection of DVDs and books. Will use again.

Date of experience: June 28, 2025