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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
1,015
value
12,433
shipping
12,423
quality
12,417
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Tennessee
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Other websites had a "price" listed, but then the item mysteriously wasn't available. Yours, at least, had the listed price correct.

Date of experience: February 27, 2025
Washington
1 review
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Easy web site to find what I was looking forward and easy to changed outdated personal information.

Date of experience: February 27, 2025
Kentucky
1 review
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Very good service
March 10, 2025

I got my book I ordered very quickly! I can't wait to enjoy this book and learn from it!

Date of experience: February 27, 2025
Canada
1 review
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Postal Costs
March 10, 2025

I was happy to receive the order and thought the price was fair, but I thought the postal charge was a bit high given the value shown on the postal meter sticker affixed to the envelope for a publication the size of a magazine mailed from one city to another in British Columbia.

Date of experience: February 27, 2025
Georgia
1 review
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Good experience
March 10, 2025

Item received. Thank you! Will shop here again. Quick shipping and good communication.

Date of experience: February 27, 2025
California
1 review
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Hooray!
March 10, 2025
Updated review

Hooray! Everything I need for book club in the coming months!

Date of experience: February 27, 2025

SO easy to order, lots of choices, I always choose...
November 26, 2024
Previous review

SO easy to order, lots of choices, I always choose Alibris unless I'm supporting a local independent bookseller.

Date of experience: November 16, 2024
Tennessee
1 review
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I was looking for a certain book and found a used one in pristine condition for a fraction of the price. I'll be checking Alibris again the next time I need to buy a book.

Date of experience: February 26, 2025
Nevada
1 review
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Easy to find the book I needed and easy to ship it to a grandchild directly.

Date of experience: February 27, 2025
Connecticut
1 review
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I'm trying to be more deliberate about spending with companies whose values I support. Glad to have found Alibris, and so happy with my purchase.

Date of experience: February 27, 2025
Illinois
1 review
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Streamlined all the way!
March 9, 2025

Streamlined all the way! Book was easy to find, easy to choose type and quality, easy to order, easy to create account. Many thanks!

Date of experience: February 27, 2025
Illinois
1 review
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Great Experience
March 9, 2025

Good price for the book I purchased, fast delivery, and overall a great experience!

Date of experience: February 27, 2025
Texas
1 review
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A+ great site for finding hard to find books. Been using it for over a decade.

Date of experience: February 27, 2025
Michigan
1 review
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Found what I needed, good price, reasonable shipping and no website hassles.

Date of experience: February 27, 2025
New York
1 review
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Thanks
March 9, 2025

Purchased a used book came and all was good. I hate to purchase new when there are such good options. The book did have some writing inside,a note to the original owner, but that was fine for me.

Date of experience: February 27, 2025
District of Columbia
1 review
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Very friendly user site
March 9, 2025

Very friendly user site. Prices are fair. Waiting to see how long it takes to arrive.

Date of experience: February 27, 2025
New Mexico
1 review
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Love you guys!
March 9, 2025

Love you guys! Quick, efficient, and you so often carry books I love when other places do not.

Date of experience: February 27, 2025
Florida
1 review
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This is the second time I am ordering this book from this site. The previous order was cancelled because the book advertised was not available.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: February 27, 2025
Florida
1 review
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Everything was perfect!
March 9, 2025
Updated review

Great choices.
Reasonable pricing.
Fast delivery.

What more could one ask?!

Date of experience: February 27, 2025

Fast, simple, and great deals!
February 25, 2025
Previous review

Fast, simple, and great deals! Alibris is my go-to for great books at a fair price.

Date of experience: February 15, 2025
New York
1 review
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Excellent experience
March 9, 2025

Tracking info was great, my book arrived in a timely fashion and is in excellent condition as described! Very happy!

Date of experience: February 27, 2025
New York
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All good all good all good all good all good all good all good all good all

Date of experience: February 27, 2025