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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
1,025
value
12,596
shipping
12,586
quality
12,580
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Minnesota
2 reviews
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Thank you, Got it!
April 17, 2025
Updated review

Without incident, item was received. The vendor used the order number as tracking so I needed to contact them for that. Once in hand, I was able to track and therefore be onsite when item arrived.
Order *******
Seller: More Than Words

Date of experience: April 7, 2025

So far so good given I have only just ordered the item...
March 24, 2025
Previous review

So far so good given I have only just ordered the item and not left the website!

Date of experience: March 14, 2025
Arkansas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I was impatient
April 17, 2025

I forgot that the USPS mail delivery time had changed and it took longer than I've experienced with my orders so I got a little impatient

Date of experience: April 7, 2025
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Rapid reply to first order; easy to find the backup copy and order it

Date of experience: April 7, 2025
Ohio
1 review
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Good Service
April 17, 2025

Came quicker than expected! The book cover is a bit bent/folded but that is okay because it is still in very good shape! Thank you.

Date of experience: April 7, 2025
Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Quick, easy, good prices, fair shipping. Would buy from this store again.

Date of experience: April 7, 2025
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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This was my first time ordering and the online purchase experience was easy. Will certainly continue!

Date of experience: April 7, 2025
Nevada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Excellent Site
April 17, 2025

I found the hardcover book I wanted and received it in near-new condition. Will check Alibris when buying anymore hardcover books.

Date of experience: March 16, 2025
North Carolina
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Love my Bible!
April 17, 2025

Received it quickly, looks practically new! Enjoying my Bible in my study time and in Bible study.

Date of experience: April 7, 2025
Massachusetts
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Good straight forward and easy to use and inexpensive for used books

Date of experience: April 7, 2025
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great service.
April 17, 2025

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

Date of experience: April 7, 2025
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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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
0 helpful votes
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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
0 helpful votes
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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
0 helpful votes
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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
0 helpful votes
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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