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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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1,018
value
12,456
shipping
12,446
quality
12,440
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Pennsylvania
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I didn't realize till the end that shipping for each book is separate. Offers are not nearly as attractive when you realize this. The initial email advertised free shipping.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: April 13, 2025
South Africa
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Confusion over payment as I thought it would be cheaper...

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Date of experience: April 13, 2025
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy descriptions to easy to find what i needed and...
April 23, 2025
Updated review

Easy descriptions to easy to find what i needed and multiple options, new or used.

Date of experience: April 13, 2025

Easy to shop, they have books that are out of print...
October 7, 2024
Previous review

Easy to shop, they have books that are out of print and many other bookstore (used and new) do not have, plus the shipping turn around time has been great.

Date of experience: September 26, 2024
Missouri
1 review
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The process: trouble free and advertisement free! Pleasant layout, and graphics not overly intrusive!

Date of experience: April 13, 2025
New York
1 review
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I prefer ordering hard copies of books so they can be added to our library after enjoying them. This was exceptionally priced for a new hardcover book and it was literally in the mail to me the next day and I've gotten a lot out of the book itself. My only negative critique and the reason for your not five stars is that the book was not glued to the cover correctly so the pages extend slightly on the bottom. It's not a huge deal but I may not have made the purchase if I had known it was defective..

Date of experience: April 13, 2025
Portugal
1 review
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Good job with book Category Theory and Applications: a Textbook for Beginners. Delivery on time, book in pristine condition

Date of experience: April 13, 2025
Georgia
1 review
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This is my first purchase
April 23, 2025

This is my first purchase. I've heard about this site from a friend. If I receive the books in the condition that they were described. I will tell people about this site.

Date of experience: April 13, 2025
Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Love it here
April 23, 2025
Updated review

Love it here. Quick and easy and generally find what I'm looking for at decent prices.

Date of experience: April 13, 2025

Have been here before but this is my first time ordering. Love the site!

Date of experience: June 23, 2024
New York
1 review
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Extremely pleased
April 23, 2025

Very pleased. Merchandise was used in excellent condition, recieved in a very timely manner. Would deal with Alibris again with every confidence.

Date of experience: April 13, 2025
Nevada
1 review
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Got the books on time
April 23, 2025

Nephew was super happy, thanks. Brand new books at a great price, I will order the next book from you when it comes out.

Date of experience: April 12, 2025
New York
1 review
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Very wide and very diverse selection of books and other items

Date of experience: April 12, 2025
California
1 review
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See no stranger
April 23, 2025

Beautifully written with thoughtful, authentic descriptions of her experiences and revolutionary ideas for oneing.

Date of experience: April 12, 2025
Illinois
1 review
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Terrible condition
April 23, 2025

The spine and the book was broken, and the pages were falling out. This book was supposed to be excellent condition and it was falling apart.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: April 12, 2025
Georgia
1 review
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Thanks for the textbook
April 23, 2025

Received my textbook in great condition. Unfortunately have to read it now. Not your fault though. Thanks for the book.

Date of experience: April 12, 2025
Nevada
1 review
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Found the book right away and there were a bunch of options, got a great price, seems to ship from a few miles away. Can't complain.

Date of experience: April 12, 2025
Kentucky
1 review
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Got the poster
April 23, 2025

Fine thank you AND I DO NOT LIKE HAVING TO USE 100 WORDS. THIS IS CRAP. I will not buy anything again from you if I have to fill out this again

Date of experience: April 12, 2025
Michigan
1 review
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Great experience
April 23, 2025
Updated review

I received the books and they are in amazing shape, I highly recommend shopping there for books. I will definitely be ordering from them again

Date of experience: April 12, 2025

I'd never used this website but I'm most definitely...
April 2, 2025
Previous review

I'd never used this website but I'm most definitely coming back for more. Great selection at even greater prices.

Date of experience: March 22, 2025
Texas
1 review
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Another great experience
April 23, 2025
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Order arrived very fast. Both items are in perfect shape. Always happy with my purches over the years.

Date of experience: April 12, 2025

Happy customer
December 24, 2024
Previous review

Alibris had titles I was searching for with low price compared to other websites.

Date of experience: December 13, 2024
Texas
1 review
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Thank you for such a quick reply and answer to my question. It helped me buy the book. Gif birds!

Date of experience: April 12, 2025
California
1 review
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New to Alibris
April 23, 2025

New to Alibris. As a movie (DVD) collector, this is a great place to get rare or hard to find movies.

Date of experience: April 12, 2025