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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
1,033
value
12,700
shipping
12,690
quality
12,684
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Super fast shipping
April 18, 2025

Book arrived quickly and condition was great as described. Site was easy to navigate and had great prices.

Date of experience: April 8, 2025
Czechia
1 review
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Order ID: 74626270
April 18, 2025

The book from USA arrived almost in time and in perfect condition. I do not even pay a tariff. Deeply recommend.

Date of experience: April 8, 2025
Missouri
2 reviews
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So far I have found what I wma looking for even if...
April 18, 2025
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So far I have found what I wma looking for even if I can't find it elsewhere. I love checking out what you have.

Date of experience: April 8, 2025

I usually find what I want and frequently find more...
April 8, 2025
Previous review

I usually find what I want and frequently find more that I didn't know I wanted. I like your suggestions.

Date of experience: March 29, 2025
Ohio
1 review
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No problems, and the new cart optimizer is a great idea. It is very helpful.

Date of experience: April 8, 2025
Ohio
1 review
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I'm very happy with my purchase. This cook book turned out to be even better. Than what I was expecting.

Date of experience: April 8, 2025
Ohio
1 review
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I didn't like the fact that when entering a password for a new account that you didn't have a provision to see the password and the requirement for re-entry. In other words, you couldn't see exactly what you were entering in your form.

Date of experience: April 8, 2025
California
1 review
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Alibris had a good price for the book I bought, but the way it was packaged led to it being damaged by the time it got to me. The return process isn't as easy as Amazon's, so that's less-than-ideal. The customer service agents I wrote to don't seem to have current information either - what they described about refunds, return authorizations, coupons to compensate for return shipping, etc. didn't match up with my experience. Nevertheless, I got a refund and ordered a replacement book, so hopefully the next one gets here in better shape.

Date of experience: April 8, 2025
Tennessee
1 review
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Your coupon policy is not good; I spent well over what was required but you did not apply the coupon

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: April 8, 2025
New York
1 review
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Ienejejehnsne
April 18, 2025

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Date of experience: April 8, 2025
North Carolina
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Service Appreciation
April 18, 2025

I received my order before the expected delivery date. Product delivered arrived in good condition. Read the book, it was a good book.

Date of experience: April 2, 2025
California
1 review
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All the books that I have been looking for on my list were available and even better they were all in very good or new-like condition Thx

Date of experience: April 8, 2025
Illinois
2 reviews
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Items not as described
April 18, 2025

Always a risk with used sellers describing the item improperly. Item arrived in fair condition at best. Lots of writing and highlighting. A bit beat up. Still readable. Not a huge issue but descriptions should be reasonably accurate.

Date of experience: April 8, 2025
Utah
1 review
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You make it too easy to find great books at great prices. Thanks!

Date of experience: April 8, 2025
Michigan
1 review
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Mdw Ntr Divine Speech
April 18, 2025

The package was securely wrapped. The order was delivered in a timely manner. The sender responded to my inquiry right away. I will place orders in the future.

Date of experience: April 8, 2025
Illinois
1 review
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Quick, Easy
The coupon email received was a bit misleading, suggesting that a $20 coupon was available for use.
The email did not include the information that $20 was for purchases above a certain amount!
I got $3 off! LOL

Date of experience: April 8, 2025
Nebraska
1 review
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Animals & Religion
April 18, 2025

My book arrived on time and in good condition! Everything seemed to work out correctly, and my book was clean and not damaged.

Date of experience: April 8, 2025
Virginia
1 review
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The book I was interested in is out of print, copyright 1884. And Alibris found it. Furthermore, it was an excellent copy, and under $10! So you can see why the first place I look is always Alibris.

Date of experience: April 8, 2025
Washington
3 reviews
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My experience with Alibris are they stand behind purchases. Also, we appreciate the small discount given for Library purchases.

Date of experience: April 8, 2025

Shipping is too high most of the time
August 17, 2024
Previous review

Shipping is too high most of the time. We will make purchases for no shipping fee, for as, if we need to return we don't get reimbursed for shipping.

Date of experience: August 7, 2024
Canada
1 review
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Real easy to find what you want
April 18, 2025

Real easy to find what you want. I couldnt apply a coupon I received in the mail, however. If my purchase is eligible, would you please deduct it from my order? Thanks.

Date of experience: April 8, 2025
Canada
1 review
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Order was received
April 18, 2025

Order was received and the DVD was OK. 100 characters seems a bit ridiculous. 100 characters seems a bit ridiculous. 100 characters seems a bit ridiculous. 100 characters seems a bit ridiculous.

Date of experience: April 8, 2025