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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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value
12,420
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12,410
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12,404
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California
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Excellent description and service
January 21, 2026

It's always nice when the item matches the seller's description. Not only that, it was packed well and shipped quickly—thank you!

Date of experience: December 25, 2025
Missouri
1 review
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Books for toddlers
January 21, 2026
Updated review

Alibris is a great option for hard to find books. Easy search process for books, great prices and fast delivery. Our go to place for literature.

Date of experience: January 11, 2026

Great books
September 16, 2025
Previous review

Got what we needed asap!

Date of experience: September 6, 2025
Missouri
1 review
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Easy to read, good number of copies, quick checkout. I liked that the system made it easy to order and then prompted me to set up an account.

Date of experience: January 11, 2026
Michigan
1 review
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Great price with great selection!
January 21, 2026

I searched far and wide for the game changer series by rachel reid and ofc due to the popularity of the show, it was practically sold out everywhere. I found alibris and ordered during the weekend which came with really great discounts so i got my books for the cheapest i could find them anywhere! I ordered right before christmas and they came after ~2 weeks which is still pretty good considering the busy holiday season. The only thing is that i wish there was more protective packaging.

Date of experience: January 11, 2026
Texas
1 review
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Always easy
January 21, 2026

Unfortunately the books are old so the pages are yellow and it is harder to read than I had wished but did not stop me. Shipping was more than the books, LOL so that was a little sad. I will be more careful in future cuz don't like paying for shipping when they are little paperbacks. Shipping books is cheap! But I was charged $21 for three paperbacks. When it should have been cheaper for sure.

Date of experience: January 11, 2026
Washington
1 review
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It's always very easy to find the stuff we're looking for at Alibris. Checkout is secure and fast. I can always count on Alibris to have the titles I go hunting for. Since I work long hours during the week, there generally isn't time to visit the library and keep a book out, never gets finished that way.

Date of experience: January 11, 2026
Illinois
1 review
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My 1st order was fine
January 21, 2026

My 1st order was fine. It took a little longer than expected, but not long enough to complain. However, I was gifted an order for Christmas and the packaging was horrible. One of the books was damaged.

Date of experience: January 10, 2026
California
3 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Lots of titles available
January 21, 2026
Updated review

I love Alibris. I'm in two book clubs so I try to find used books to save money. Many of our selections aren't available at libraries. Best way to buy books.

Date of experience: January 10, 2026

Quick, easy
December 29, 2025
Previous review

Quick, easy. Great selection of titles. Usually available used at a good savings off new

Date of experience: December 19, 2025
Washington
1 review
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Unfortunately the disc was loose inside the case when I opened the package, which could have caused some of the scratches on the disc. It would be nicer if they made sure the disc was properly secured and maybe added a little more bubblewrap.

Date of experience: January 10, 2026

Easy to use, easy to enter coupons and see what gave...
December 30, 2025
Previous review

Easy to use, easy to enter coupons and see what gave the best price. Easy to understand check out experience.

Date of experience: December 20, 2025
Florida
1 review
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Easy to find and purchase cookbooks
January 21, 2026

It was easy to find and purchase the books I wanted. The shipping took a day or two longer than I would have preferred, but this was understandable, given the holiday rush.

Date of experience: January 10, 2026
Washington
1 review
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Good price on product
January 21, 2026

I ordered a used book originally published in 1987. It was in excellent condition as described: no marks, and HAD A JACKET which I didn't expect. I was thrilled.

Date of experience: January 10, 2026
Iowa
1 review
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Very affordable and provides wide range of product options without taking you to other sites. I have received books in very good condition that were marked as 'fair' so I can't complain!

Date of experience: January 10, 2026
Tennessee
1 review
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Exactly how transaction should be
January 20, 2026

I found something a friend has spent years trying to locate, it was purchased and arrived exactly as hoped for.

Pleasantly surprised as my first time using the site

Date of experience: December 26, 2025
Colorado
1 review
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Found the book I was looking for easily, the price was good, shipping was a good price, and checkout was Paypal which I like. Thanks!

Date of experience: January 10, 2026
Minnesota
1 review
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No problems, good selections and good prices. Shipping prices reasonable. Very good information about the condition of the book was what made me choose the book.

Date of experience: January 10, 2026
Ohio
1 review
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First time ordering through Alibris
January 20, 2026

I did receive my order from Alibris well before my semester starts. That's a great thing, a huge plus! However, I'm not sure the pricing is the best. I think i could have found cheaper used textbooks somewhere else. I think the university I attend must have a contract with Alibris abd that's potentially why it came up as an option to purchase my textbooks. Alibris was one of the top 3 choices to look at books. Therefore, I don't trust that they're the best and lowest prices.

Date of experience: January 10, 2026
New York
2 reviews
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For a learner such as myself, ordering is super simple
January 20, 2026
Updated review

For a learner such as myself, ordering is super simple. When ordering, there is no thinking, no doubt, or confusion about the order process.

Date of experience: January 10, 2026

No hiccups when searching, reviewing and checkout
February 2, 2025
Previous review

No hiccups when searching, reviewing and checkout. Easy peasy.

Date of experience: January 23, 2025
Utah
1 review
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Bought from you before and now returned. Most reasonable used book site and broadest selection. Don't care for dumb $#*! surveys and DONT NEED MORE ON LINE MARKETING.

Date of experience: January 10, 2026
Tennessee
1 review
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Great selection / great price
January 20, 2026
Updated review

I hav very particular interests and their selection never disappoints. Cost is better than nearly every other site I have checked when looking for the same titles.

Date of experience: January 10, 2026

Great service
June 28, 2025
Previous review

Simple, quick and responsive team. You can compare prices across multiple sellers and find the one that works for you.

Date of experience: June 18, 2025
Thailand
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Finally arrived
January 20, 2026
Updated review

It took a long time to arrive. Nearly thought it would never come.

It arrived today. The book is beautiful. The experience is not quite AMAZON service.

Date of experience: January 10, 2026

Took quite some time to process this order
December 1, 2025
Previous review

Took quite some time to process this order. Amazon is quick well organized App.

Date of experience: November 21, 2025