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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
12,498
shipping
12,488
quality
12,482
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South Carolina
1 review
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Id like to be able to see what other things these sellers have for sale

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: June 17, 2025
Arizona
1 review
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Book for a friend
June 27, 2025

The book arrived in quickly and good shape. The order process is ready and the selection is impressive.

Date of experience: June 17, 2025
Mexico
1 review
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La mala costumbre
June 27, 2025

Great quality and was basically new. Thank you for the delivery and for it coming with no damage

Date of experience: June 17, 2025
Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Grateful to find a wide selection of books and geographical locations of the individual sellers.

Date of experience: June 17, 2025
California
1 review
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Good Transaction!
June 27, 2025
Updated review

CD was well packaged and arrived on time. Its condition was good, as described.

Date of experience: June 17, 2025

It was quick and easy to update my shipping address...
June 6, 2025
Previous review

It was quick and easy to update my shipping address and place my order.

Date of experience: May 26, 2025
New York
1 review
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Shipping experience
June 27, 2025

The books came in excellent condition and in a timely manner. Books are like new

Date of experience: June 17, 2025
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Had difficulty placing this order yesterday and today, but it went through.

Date of experience: June 17, 2025
Wisconsin
1 review
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Satisfied customer
June 27, 2025

Book arrived in good time and was in excellent condition. Great service!

Date of experience: June 17, 2025
Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Not quite new
June 27, 2025
Updated review

The book, described as 'new', isn't shrink-wrapped like the genuine new article and is slightly bumped at the corners. As it doesn't appear to have been read I think it could pass as 'Fine'.

Date of experience: June 17, 2025

Skimpy packaging
March 28, 2025
Previous review

The blu-ray case was crushed, whether at the store, in transit or thanks to the unpadded plastic envelope I don't know. No damage mentioned in the item description. The disc was okay.

Date of experience: March 18, 2025
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I have come to Alibris for years for used books. I'm on a fixed income. I find that the vendors are honest in their grading condition and prices are very reasonable. Thanks.

Date of experience: June 17, 2025
Virginia
1 review
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Looking for an obscure book and found a great selection of used books in very good to new condition.

Date of experience: June 17, 2025
Texas
1 review
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Fast and efficient ordering
June 27, 2025

Fast and efficient ordering. Easy to navigate site. Am a repeat customer

Date of experience: June 17, 2025
Colorado
1 review
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Great Experience!
June 27, 2025

Cheap, fast, and easy! The prices were great, and I got my book on time. No hassles at all, and the book was in great condition.

Date of experience: June 17, 2025
Oregon
1 review
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Not a pretty jacket
June 27, 2025

Was disappointed that the jacket of the book had dings and tears and was very dirty. I realiser that was the sellers responsibility, but there could be a better description requirement for your sellers, than"used".

Date of experience: June 17, 2025
North Carolina
1 review
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Simple and speedy procedure
June 27, 2025

Simple and speedy procedure. The price was good for the book that I wanted.

Date of experience: June 17, 2025
Illinois
1 review
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Great and easy to follow after you follow the prompts to finish the order

Date of experience: June 17, 2025
California
1 review
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Quick Ship
June 27, 2025

Fast shipping. Good service. This review was the worst part.

Date of experience: June 17, 2025
Illinois
1 review
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Searched under author's name but did not find the book
June 27, 2025
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Searched under author's name but did not find the book. Searched title & found it. My ideal experience is that I don't have to search twice.

Date of experience: June 17, 2025

Found what I needed & placed an order
June 21, 2025
Previous review

Found what I needed & placed an order. Signed up from emails so that I would get a discount using read545. Couldn't find where to enter the discount code so I couldn't use it. Almost canceled & reordered but didn't have time. Can I use the code on my next order?

Date of experience: June 11, 2025
Washington
1 review
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It was fine
June 27, 2025

The experience was fine, but I'm annoyed with this company bothering me with several emails to leave a review.

Date of experience: June 17, 2025
California
1 review
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Great books and good quality!
June 27, 2025

The books all came in good condition, good timing, and I couldn't ask for anything better.

Date of experience: June 17, 2025