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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
1,021
value
12,514
shipping
12,504
quality
12,498
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Maryland
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Arrived early
May 29, 2025

Book ordered arrived far earlier than expected and in beautiful condition. Alibris did a great job with this order. Thank you.

Date of experience: May 19, 2025
Wyoming
1 review
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Great to shop here again!
May 29, 2025
Updated review

Great to shop here again! I always find the books I'm searching for.

Date of experience: May 19, 2025

I always shop Alibris
March 16, 2025
Previous review

I always shop Alibris. I search and I find books that I can't find elsewhere.

Date of experience: March 6, 2025
Texas
1 review
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Shipping charges, especially from my hometown, are excessive.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: May 19, 2025
Pennsylvania
1 review
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Wonderful love it
May 29, 2025

Got the book quickly and looks great! I have used your site before and always had great luck.
I would highly recommend this site.

Date of experience: May 19, 2025
Florida
1 review
1 helpful vote
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It was a gift
May 29, 2025
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It was a gift I cannot respond to this as it was a gift for someone else. I would appreciated it if you would just accept acknowledgement.

Date of experience: May 19, 2025

Easy to find the book I wanted
May 9, 2025
Previous review

Easy to find the book I wanted. Appreciated the rating. I can't tjonk of any more to write about at this time.

Date of experience: April 29, 2025
New Mexico
1 review
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I'm happy with your service. What else is there to say? I ordered the book. I got the book in a timely fashion.

Date of experience: May 19, 2025
South Carolina
1 review
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Very easy to navigate..
May 29, 2025

Very easy to navigate. Nice experience. Didn't have to continue backing up to complete order and very easy when I had to upgrade payment information.

Date of experience: May 19, 2025
Massachusetts
1 review
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No complaints
May 29, 2025

Book in very good condition, as described. Shipping a bit slow, and I would have appreciated a tracking number.

Date of experience: May 19, 2025
North Dakota
1 review
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Bad experience. You sent me the first edition, which is useless to me. The second edition is the one as advertised for sale.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: May 19, 2025
Wisconsin
1 review
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Service was swift
May 29, 2025
Updated review

Service was swift. It was unclear whether this copywill be "original"/ complete regardless of
Age.

Date of experience: May 19, 2025

It is always a pleasure to shop with Alibris and purchase as well.

Date of experience: June 5, 2024
Ohio
1 review
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Easy to access and it's always easy to see what's available.

Date of experience: May 19, 2025
Texas
1 review
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As described! Thank you thank you thank you thank you. I will order from y'all again. It was easy and the book came earlier than expected in good condition

Date of experience: May 19, 2025
Massachusetts
1 review
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Great prices!
May 29, 2025

Great prices! Even with shipping cost, it's a big savings from buying at other low-cost online book sites.

Date of experience: May 19, 2025
Canada
1 review
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Excellent Service
May 29, 2025

As always, my order was handled with speed and efficiency. I received my order in a prompt manner. Alibris consistently has what I'm looking for and at a reasonable price. The condition of the books are as stated and I like that I have a choice in that matter.

Date of experience: May 19, 2025
Texas
1 review
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Very easy to use and to find what I needed to find. Will use again.

Date of experience: May 19, 2025
Minnesota
1 review
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I love Alibris.com, shop here often, and have recommended it many times.

Date of experience: May 19, 2025
Hawaii
1 review
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I could not even find what I wanted on Amazon. Great prices!

Date of experience: May 19, 2025
Virginia
1 review
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Very good transaction!
May 29, 2025

Book was in very good condition, as described and arrived it quickly. I would recommend using this seller. Thank you!

Date of experience: May 19, 2025
Colorado
1 review
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Awesome service!
May 29, 2025

Ordered a book of photography for my grandpa for his birthday. The seller is quick to respond to questions and quick to ship. I got my order in a timely manner and im so pleased with the customer service I received! Thank you! 😊👍

Date of experience: May 19, 2025
New York
1 review
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Simple checkout process, and what appears to be a safe one also. Good selection. By far the best price for the textbook I needed, with all things (presumably) equal, such as the condition of the (used) book. This best pricing was by about $10 compared to some of the booksellers I normally use, and about $5 to $10 cheaper than anything listed on Amazon at the time. The difference in price was not as much when considering the free shipment that Prime users get, but it was still significant at about $4 to $5 cheaper.

Date of experience: May 19, 2025