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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
12,593
shipping
12,583
quality
12,577
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Nebraska
1 review
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I do almost all my shopping here for all kinds of books I want to add to my collection.

Date of experience: March 4, 2025
Missouri
1 review
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Alibris is my go to place for books!
March 15, 2025
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Alibris is my go to place for books! Always found what I needed

Date of experience: March 4, 2025

AAA+++ Cain't be beat Excellent service The go to...
July 7, 2024
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AAA+++ Cain't be beat Excellent service The go to place for your books

Date of experience: June 26, 2024
Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
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These transactions are almost effortless, and I'm always pleased.

Date of experience: March 4, 2025

No fuss, no muss
July 4, 2024
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It was an effortless transaction, from browser to mailbox...

Date of experience: June 24, 2024
Texas
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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It was a good experience.
March 15, 2025

The books were a little more worn than I had expected but still serviceable.

Date of experience: March 4, 2025
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I have read many, many books since I turned 40 and I am 66 years old now. The author that is my favorite right now is, Carolyn Brown. I read anything from her that I can find. And I usually find what I'm am looking for on Alibris.com. Thank you for making books easy to come by.

Date of experience: March 4, 2025
Australia
1 review
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Excellent Service
March 14, 2025

You found and provided what I wanted wthn the month so very happy customer-thankyou

Date of experience: March 28, 2025
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Best price including shipping
March 14, 2025

Best price including shipping. I'll see if the condition is as described when it arrives.

Date of experience: March 4, 2025
Ohio
1 review
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Alibris had good prices, the book ordered was in mint condtion (a 1943 printing of Lassie Come Home).
I wanted to read the original in the east Yorkshire dialect.

Date of experience: March 4, 2025
North Carolina
1 review
0 helpful votes
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A trustworthy experience
March 14, 2025

I ordered a book in "fair" condition and received it in excellent condition fairly quickly! I will certainly use their services again!

Date of experience: March 6, 2025
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Professional!
March 14, 2025

Thanks for the quick delivery of my CD that was not broken. I appreciate your service.

Date of experience: March 4, 2025
Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I have always got good service, and 99% of my purchases have been good. A few have been lost in shipping, and 1 recently arrived damaged. Not due to shipping, a bad copy, i believe. I had been refunded before it arrived, and todays ordered is for a replacement copy, and another I was refunded.

Date of experience: March 4, 2025

SO FAR, SO GOOD, BUT SHIPPING HAS GOTTEN STUPID, COST...
November 29, 2024
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SO FAR, SO GOOD, BUT SHIPPING HAS GOTTEN STUPID, COST WISE..

Date of experience: November 19, 2024
New Mexico
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great book
March 14, 2025

This book arrived in record time and in perfect condition. I am pleased with the purchase.

Date of experience: February 10, 2025
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I had trouble because i forgot my old password. It was very easy following your instructions to reset my password. It has been a while since i ordered from you.

Date of experience: March 4, 2025
Ohio
1 review
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The sheer amount of books I have been able to find here is wonderful!

Date of experience: March 4, 2025
Tennessee
1 review
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Cheap and high-quality books!
March 14, 2025

I ordered a book that was $49.99 everywhere else; I got it for less than half price.
And the book was in great shape!

Date of experience: March 4, 2025
Ohio
1 review
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So far, so good; (usually) timely delivery; no (legitimate) complaints.

Date of experience: March 27, 2025
Maryland
1 review
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Fast shipping
March 14, 2025

Book in great condition. Fast shipping strongly recommended.

Date of experience: March 4, 2025
Tennessee
1 review
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Great Online Site
March 14, 2025

Great Online Site. I appreciate that it is independently owned!

Date of experience: March 4, 2025
Connecticut
1 review
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Easy buy, cheap price and fast shipping, i like this site and more

Date of experience: March 4, 2025
Iowa
1 review
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Good books on time
March 14, 2025

Books arrived on time and in good condition. The shipping and handling cost was a little high,I guess because the boos came from different warehouses. Ordering, tracking and shipping were all good.

Date of experience: March 4, 2025