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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
1,018
value
12,460
shipping
12,450
quality
12,444
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Arizona
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Affordable and accurate
April 15, 2025

Lightly used just as described. Affordable. Only thing that dings you is that shipping is just as or more expensive that what I'm buying! For something that lightweight, I would expect a faster ship time than a week.

Date of experience: April 4, 2025
Wisconsin
1 review
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Albris delivers again
April 15, 2025

Book arrived quickly and in excellent condition. Appreciate the large selection of used books that they keep in stock.

Date of experience: April 4, 2025
Pennsylvania
1 review
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Including this order and all previous orders, I have been exceptionally pleased. All orders were as advertised and in all cases so far, exceeded the descriptions. Prices are great and service is outstanding and I have no hesitation recommending Alibris.

Date of experience: April 4, 2025
New Jersey
1 review
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The book has been out of print and hasn't been published for 40 yrs. The book was received earlier than advertised. Excellent service. Thank you.

Date of experience: April 4, 2025
Illinois
1 review
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Could not have been smoother
April 14, 2025
Updated review

Could not have been smoother. I look forward to reading the book.

Date of experience: April 4, 2025

Found everything fast
April 6, 2025
Previous review

Found everything fast - - and as reasonably priced as possible, I think.

Date of experience: March 26, 2025
Wisconsin
1 review
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Currently replacing a prior order of DVD set which did not play. Pursuing refund for the first attempt. Coupon to help make up for shipping cost was appreciated. Should have avoided new seller without much track record - despite product billed as "new" and "in original packaging."

Date of experience: April 4, 2025
South Carolina
1 review
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Good book, good price.
April 14, 2025

Delivery not on time. Not sure when the book was in my mailbox.

Date of experience: April 4, 2025
Arizona
1 review
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You never choose my most frequent shipping address...
April 14, 2025
Updated review

You never choose my most frequent shipping address and I always have to change from a cousin I sent to once. I wish this could be fixed.

Date of experience: April 4, 2025

Shipping costs seem higher every time I'm mere, but...
January 29, 2025
Previous review

Shipping costs seem higher every time I'm mere, but I love buying from independent sellers and will continue to do so.

Date of experience: January 19, 2025
Massachusetts
1 review
0 helpful votes
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No refund credited to my account
April 14, 2025

I returned this item for the reasons already stated, the book contained NO worthwhile info. For repairs. My order indicates a refund was issued yet refund has been credited to my account

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: April 4, 2025
Virginia
1 review
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Simple and fast ordering
April 14, 2025
Updated review

I ordered a book for a friend in a nursing home and it was delivered accurately in about a week.

Date of experience: April 4, 2025

I love buying from Alibris
November 3, 2024
Previous review

I love buying from Alibris. Fast transaction and easy payment along with good price.

Date of experience: October 24, 2024
Georgia
1 review
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Quality varies
April 14, 2025

I ordered 4 books from 2 sellers. All were rated "very good", but the quality varied from no markings and barely worn to multiple notes, highlighting, and underlining on every page. The last one definitely did not qualify as "very good" quality in my opinion.

Date of experience: April 4, 2025
Illinois
1 review
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Alibris has a wide selection of books, and almost always the ones I want.

Date of experience: April 4, 2025
Florida
1 review
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Fast order process made easy, will definitely order again.

Date of experience: April 4, 2025
Florida
1 review
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Straightforward and simple
April 14, 2025

Placed my order, waited a week and got my book. It's in really good condition and am happy to have a new addition in my reading

Date of experience: April 4, 2025
Arizona
1 review
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I am always pleased with my experience shopping for books through Alibris! So straight-forward and trouble-free.

Date of experience: April 4, 2025
Illinois
1 review
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Grateful find
April 14, 2025

I was grateful to find a nice copy of the book I was looking for! It came in a week and I was both grateful for the price and the condition it was in!

Date of experience: April 4, 2025
Florida
1 review
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Quality better than expected
April 14, 2025

Book I received is basically brand new! Love that. Fast shipping, excellent packaging. Very satisfied.

Date of experience: April 4, 2025
Connecticut
1 review
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Easy to find the books I'm looking for and easy to compare available copies

Date of experience: April 4, 2025
Puerto Rico
1 review
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Confidence
April 14, 2025

I had a good experience. Easy, variety of books, good prices, easy to pay

Date of experience: April 4, 2025
Virginia
1 review
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Just fine
April 14, 2025
Updated review

I ordered a book online. I paid for it. It came to my house in the mail, via the USPS

Date of experience: April 4, 2025

No
May 17, 2024
Previous review

I'm not going to type a review.I'm not going to type a review.

Date of experience: May 7, 2024