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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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value
12,416
shipping
12,406
quality
12,400
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Maryland
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Happy Shopper
March 24, 2025
Updated review

Very satisfied with my experience. Book arrived quickly. Website was easy to use.

Date of experience: March 14, 2025

Great
July 22, 2024
Previous review

Great service, great selections, great prices. Very pleased

Date of experience: July 12, 2024
California
1 review
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Reliable and prompt
March 24, 2025

We have purchased books from Alibris multiple times. The books are always in excellent condition, the prices are low, and delivery time is very prompt. Highly recommended.

Date of experience: March 14, 2025
New York
1 review
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Date of experience: March 14, 2025
New Jersey
1 review
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Super irritating checkout process and this is annoying too.

Date of experience: March 14, 2025
Oklahoma
1 review
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Perfect
March 24, 2025

I received the book quickly and cheaper than I found many places. I'll definitely keep purchasing from here.

Date of experience: March 14, 2025
Missouri
1 review
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Got great book
March 24, 2025

Blessed...to get great books...for decent prices.thank you 🙏

Date of experience: March 14, 2025
Canada
1 review
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I emailed regarding a question and received a reply that was thorough and immediate. Never once have I had anything but excellent service and help!

Date of experience: March 14, 2025
Illinois
1 review
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I was able to find a textbook for cheaper than other sites. The book arrived a bit outside the stated delivery window, but that likely had to do with crossing an international border, as it shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The book is in good condition, as advertised.

Date of experience: March 14, 2025
Australia
1 review
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The out of print book arrived from the USA as described and ahead of expected delivery time.
Very satisfied customer.

Date of experience: March 20, 2025
Oregon
1 review
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Generally pleased
March 24, 2025

Wide selection and pricing is very good, but packaging leaves a little to be desired. Books have too much space to shift around and no packing material to keep them in place so they may arrive a bit dinged up.

Date of experience: February 21, 2025
California
1 review
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A solid book delivery business
March 24, 2025

A go-to first stop for ordering my books.
Plus twenty one characters in the novel.

Date of experience: March 13, 2025
Pennsylvania
1 review
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While overall the search is good, it would be very...
March 24, 2025
Updated review

While overall the search is good, it would be very helpful if the booksellers would mark more clearly the volume and part number of the English Place-Name Survey books they have for sale. Often to determine if it is a volume I want or have already, I have to google the ISBN to figure that out. They should be better at marking the books clearly.

Date of experience: March 13, 2025

OK, finding and buying an item
August 3, 2024
Previous review

OK, finding and buying an item. But I had to go through Paypal to send a book to my brother. It should have been easier to send a gift.

Date of experience: July 23, 2024
Virginia
1 review
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Accurate order, fair price, timely delivery. Great source of used French paperbacks. Great resource for the materials I need for my French novel classes.

Date of experience: March 16, 2025
Suzann C.
Washington
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Good book
March 24, 2025

Pleased with service and d book quality.good experience..

Date of experience: March 13, 2025
Michigan
1 review
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Buying was easy, but the follow-up experience has been annoying. This company is desperate for customers considering the number of coupons they've sent in just two weeks.

Date of experience: March 13, 2025
Florida
1 review
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Great company!
March 24, 2025

Alibris is a great way to order books. I have never been unhappy with any of my orders. Thank you very much!

Date of experience: March 13, 2025
Utah
1 review
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I've ordered once before and again today. Everything seems to run smoothly and easy to order.

Date of experience: March 13, 2025
California
1 review
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Exceeded expectations.
March 24, 2025

My book arrived in a timely manner and the book was in good shape, as described on site. I will be purchasing more books from you. Thank you!

Date of experience: March 13, 2025
Missouri
1 review
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Fine service and customer care
March 23, 2025

Books came wrapped securely and in excellent condition. I would highly recommend this service

Date of experience: March 16, 2025
Arizona
1 review
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Need to get use to your wording process thought it was little rough

Date of experience: March 13, 2025