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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
1,018
value
12,452
shipping
12,442
quality
12,436
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Georgia
1 review
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Excellent!
June 27, 2025

I was very pleased with the condition of the book that I ordered. It was shipped quickly and good communication writhing the seller was present the entire time of the purchase.

Date of experience: June 16, 2025
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy, but no $5 off coupon!
June 26, 2025

Easy, but no $5 off coupon!

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Date of experience: June 16, 2025
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Good book prices but shipping is too expensive. Should be more like 2 dollars a book

Date of experience: June 16, 2025
Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Fast shipping, great condition, cheapest price!
June 26, 2025
Updated review

Like the title says, I bought my son an expensive graphic novel that he's been looking for, and it was fast shipping, in great condition, and the cheapest price! This is my second purchase from this site and I'd highly recommended it.

Date of experience: June 16, 2025

Found what I needed very quickly
June 5, 2025
Previous review

Found what I needed very quickly- a gift for my son- and the price was better than other competitors. Also, the checkout process was so much easier than anticipated. Will shop here again!

Date of experience: May 26, 2025
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Organizing fr
June 26, 2025

Order arrived promptly, book condition very good title organizing from the onside out

Date of experience: June 16, 2025
Puerto Rico
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Excellence
June 26, 2025

I receive the books in excellent condition. The price was very good and the books in good standing.

Date of experience: June 16, 2025
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The Telephone Box Library
June 26, 2025

Arrived as promised and in better condition than promised. Thank you!

Date of experience: June 16, 2025
California
3 reviews
1 helpful vote
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Good condition!
June 26, 2025

Got my book for super cheap and it was in great condition! Thank you!

Date of experience: June 16, 2025
North Carolina
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great Experience
June 26, 2025

Top notch from selection to price to delivery. Alibris has never disappointed.

Date of experience: June 16, 2025
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very easy to find and purchase the book I wanted! Enjoyed shopping here.

Date of experience: June 16, 2025
California
2 reviews
3 helpful votes
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The books written in Spanish that I wanted are available, with a selection of new and used books

Date of experience: June 16, 2025

Got what I ordered!
May 26, 2025
Previous review

I ordered a book and it arrived within a week. I'm reading it now. It's a good book about two guys hiking in the Grand Canyon.

Date of experience: May 15, 2025
Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Good and fast service
June 26, 2025

Good and fast service.
The book is very nice.
Thank you very much.

Date of experience: June 16, 2025
New Hampshire
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Received the wrong edition.
June 26, 2025

I ordered Architectural Graphic Standards, 12th edition, from 2016. I received the 5th edition from 1956!
Either this was a big mistake or a "Bait and Switch". I followed the prompts for the return, paid for shipping it back, and am waiting for the correct version.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: June 16, 2025
Utah
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Children of gods and fighting men
June 26, 2025

Communication could have been better but book arrived in excellent condition.

Date of experience: June 16, 2025
North Carolina
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Delivery performance
June 26, 2025

Prompt delivery followed by Alibris contacting me to ask for confirmation from me of delivery

Date of experience: June 16, 2025
Nevada
1 review
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Happy With My Order
June 26, 2025

I had a good order experience with Alibris. Their book pricing was great! I will make another order with Alibris in the future. Thanks, Dean

Date of experience: June 16, 2025
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I don't have fifty characters
June 26, 2025
Updated review

I don't have fifty characters. The process is simple and quick.

Date of experience: June 16, 2025

Trust and Reliability
March 15, 2025
Previous review

I trust that what is advertised on Alibris is what is will receive.

Date of experience: March 5, 2025
Washington
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Quick, simple, reliable
June 26, 2025

Quick, simple, reliable. A politically attractive alternative to Amazon.

Date of experience: June 16, 2025
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great job, simple website and does not require an account...

Date of experience: June 16, 2025
Pennsylvania
1 review
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Shopping with Alibris is always a pleasure
June 26, 2025
Updated review

Shopping with Alibris is always a pleasure. Just click and ordering is all done. Easy peasy!

Date of experience: June 16, 2025

Satisfied as usual.
August 9, 2024
Previous review

Satisfied as usual.I always look forward to receiving my purchases.

Date of experience: July 30, 2024