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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
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12,332
quality
12,326
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Easy to order, book was in excellent condition, and shipping was prompt without problem!

Date of experience: March 11, 2025
Delaware
1 review
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So far that experience I have had with Alibris is good. It was quick & easy to purchase the item I was looking for.

Date of experience: March 11, 2025
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I tried to order two copies of the same book but was...
March 21, 2025
Updated review

I tried to order two copies of the same book but was unable to. Could the algorithm include information ab9ut the number of copies available?

Date of experience: March 11, 2025

The Seattle Goodwill book department is excellent.
March 1, 2025
Previous review

They are amazingly efficient; their books are in great condition, better than advertised; the prices are wonderful.

Date of experience: February 19, 2025
Oklahoma
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Alibris always does a great job with every aspect of the process. From finding the book to the checkout process.

Date of experience: March 11, 2025
New Jersey
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great inventory of items!
March 21, 2025

Website works well. Easy to find titles. Prices are competitive with other online stores.

Date of experience: April 4, 2025
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy to use
March 21, 2025

Gave wide choice of book sellers, selling same book different prices!

Date of experience: March 11, 2025
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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So satisfying to find the Paul Theroux books! Alibris made it easy

Date of experience: March 11, 2025
Washington
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very good experience
March 21, 2025

Good service - book in great condition. I am glad I ordered from Alibris.

Date of experience: March 11, 2025
Ohio
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Lack of Shipping Options
March 21, 2025
Updated review

It would be nice to have different shipping options. USPS was a little slow

Date of experience: March 11, 2025

It would be nice to have different shipping options
February 28, 2025
Previous review

It would be nice to have different shipping options. It would be nice to have different shipping options...

Date of experience: February 18, 2025
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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For book lovers
March 21, 2025

I buy lots of books for research, school, and personal use. I ordered 12 books and received them in a timely fashion in great condition. The cost was roughly 75%less than what I would have purchased on Amazon or B&N.

Despite coming from 5 locations across the country, they were grouped and arrived at the same time.

Date of experience: March 11, 2025
Florida
4 reviews
2 helpful votes
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Offered code READ545 not allowed at checkout, no free shipping though over amount to receive free shipping and no live phone person in your system to straighten it out. But thank you, Albris, for offering these needed items! 👍

Date of experience: March 11, 2025
Indiana
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Average service
March 21, 2025

Alibis had the best price for this book, which is Spain by Rick Steves.
Shipping price was reasonable, shipping time was a little longer than I expected. The wrapping of the book was negligent, the cover and a few front pages were severely damaged.

Date of experience: March 11, 2025
District of Columbia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Mixed
March 21, 2025
Updated review

There was writing in ink on numerous pages, contrary to the condition description in the listing, which explicitly said there would not be writing on the pages.

Date of experience: March 11, 2025

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February 5, 2025
Previous review

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Date of experience: January 26, 2025
Mississippi
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I'm so glad I found you!
March 21, 2025

I'm so glad I found you! I'm a Southern Belle who loves books! This is perfect for me because I can save money and buy MORE!
Bye bye honey,
Maria

Date of experience: March 11, 2025
Ohio
1 review
0 helpful votes
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A-OK
March 21, 2025

Easy to do business with you. Many options per book to choose from. On time delivery.

Date of experience: March 11, 2025
Michigan
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Love the price and the service bas been great i choose alibris first every time

Date of experience: March 11, 2025
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy to find title and condition of book
March 21, 2025
Updated review

Easy to find title and condition of book. Never diappointed with incorrect description of defects on cover, spine or pages.

Date of experience: March 11, 2025

Always good prices and new books are actually NEW
February 25, 2025
Previous review

Always good prices and new books are actually NEW. Help support small bookstores with ALIBRIS.

Date of experience: February 14, 2025
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Quick easy lowest priced item I was looking for. Stephen Colbert's cookbook

Date of experience: March 11, 2025
Hawaii
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Good as always!
March 21, 2025

Good as always! Easy to check what I needed, well listed and reliable.

Date of experience: March 11, 2025
New Mexico
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Alternative
March 21, 2025

I love the way Alibris is not Amazon. Ships quick. Great selection.

Date of experience: March 11, 2025