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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
1,023
value
12,549
shipping
12,539
quality
12,533
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Florida
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Great service.
April 17, 2025

Everything went well, thank you! A+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++×+++++++++++++

Date of experience: April 7, 2025
Texas
1 review
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Great condition
April 17, 2025

The books I ordered arrived fast and they came in perfect condition. No flaws on them, literally brand new. Would purchase here again!

Date of experience: April 7, 2025
Alabama
1 review
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Fast service
April 17, 2025
Updated review

I got my book in a few days. Was very pleased with Alibirs. Will check them again if I need another book.

Date of experience: April 7, 2025

Had the book I wanted at good price
March 24, 2025
Previous review

Had the book I wanted at good price. Shopping was more than book though.

Date of experience: March 14, 2025
Indiana
1 review
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Sociopath PG
April 17, 2025

I got my book in a timely manner. It was well priced and in good condition. If I am in need of another book, which I am likely to be because I teach high school English (this purchase was personal, however), I will be likely to use this site again.

Date of experience: April 7, 2025
Pennsylvania
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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I rate you 5 stars - that's enough! Quit trying to make me type a narrative every time I order from you.

Date of experience: April 7, 2025
California
1 review
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Cancelled but received anyway
April 17, 2025

I received notive that my order was cancelled because unavailable, but then I did receive the book?

Date of experience: April 7, 2025
Massachusetts
1 review
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Quick and easy and you always have the books I am looking for.

Date of experience: April 7, 2025
Illinois
1 review
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Fabulous soaps
April 17, 2025

As an American I've decided to support as many Canadian businesses as I can. This order is perfect in every way. The shipping was so quick!
The soaps are wonderful. I am having a hard time deciding who to gift them to and which ones to keep for myself. It looks like I will never be able to cross the border, at least for a while, but I'm glad that these soaps made it safely through customs. One grateful American here enjoying a great product!

Date of experience: April 7, 2025
New York
1 review
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Midtown Scholar
April 17, 2025

First rate service, packaging, and promptness. Product was well described and much appreciated. I am always glad to order from Midtown Scholar.

Date of experience: March 16, 2025
North Carolina
1 review
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Exactly as advertised
April 17, 2025

The books were in great condition, fair packaging and the prices were reasonable! Would definitelyi do business again

Date of experience: April 7, 2025
Massachusetts
1 review
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I wish it were easier to see where an item would ship from, or better yet, that we could filter options by closest geographical option, in order to better weigh the "cost" of shipping something not only money-wise, but ecologically.

Date of experience: April 7, 2025
Montana
1 review
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I like many things about Alibris, except:
-Hidden shipping fees
-$4.99 for each individual used book I ordered
-I like to shop where sellers set their own shipping fees

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: April 7, 2025
Colorado
1 review
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Handmaid's Tale
April 17, 2025

Some of the pages are falling out but still readable. The cover of the book also did not match the cover that was listed.

Date of experience: April 7, 2025
North Carolina
1 review
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Lent book purchase
April 17, 2025

We found the book we wanted for a study in Lent in good but used condition. We purchased the book. It arrived in a reasonable amount of time. We would use this site again. Positive experience.

Date of experience: April 7, 2025
North Carolina
1 review
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Excellent Service
April 17, 2025

So far they have all the books I have asked for. Books are in good shape and well worth the price. This is the first place I look whenever I am ready to purchase more.

Date of experience: April 7, 2025
Malaysia
1 review
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Excellent buy
April 17, 2025
Updated review

The book is almost brand new and in excellent condition. Took some time to arrive though. Arrived this morning.

Date of experience: April 7, 2025

As a foreign comic book buyer, I really appreciate...
March 22, 2025
Previous review

As a foreign comic book buyer, I really appreciate the service that Alibris provides. The fixed postage is the main attraction as it removes a lot of uncertainty to buy. My only negative of the service is the Seller condition rating. I've bought at least two books listed as Good but upon arrival, looks quite tragic. Dog ears, minor rips on the back cover. Nothing a hot iron and a new plastic cover protector won't fix but still, it's not what I paid for.

Date of experience: March 12, 2025
Bulgaria
1 review
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Ordering from Bulgaria, for my mate in Detroit Easy as bro!
Plus I'm the author of this book 😉

Date of experience: April 7, 2025
New York
1 review
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Great Option for Secondhand Books
April 17, 2025

Got my friend a copy of Devotions by Mary Oliver that was in good condition and it shipped very quickly! Would definitely recommend this site for great prices on used books.

Date of experience: April 7, 2025
Delaware
1 review
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Accurate descriptions of books. Easy to navigate, purchase, and understand the taxes and shipping fees. Fast shipping from all sellers.

Date of experience: March 14, 2025
Oregon
1 review
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Satisfied with my Purchase!
April 17, 2025

I'm happy with my purchases of 2 books. Delivery was fast and efficient. Happy Customer Cherry Crawford

Date of experience: April 7, 2025