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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
12,370
shipping
12,360
quality
12,354
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France
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Blu-ray order of Dollhouse
December 3, 2025
Updated review

The discs arrived on time and in good order. I have ordered many blu-ray discs from Alibris and have always been pleased with the shipments.

Date of experience: November 23, 2025

Blu-ray order of Dollhouse
December 3, 2025
Previous review

The discs arrived on time and in good order. I have ordered many blu-ray discs from Alibris and have always been pleased with the shipments.

Date of experience: November 23, 2025
Pennsylvania
1 review
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When I first chose my books, I could not make the site accept my credit card... or any credit card number. I THOUGHT I had already paid for the books and was waiting for them to arrive. Duh.
I am really glad that you kept my order and let me know I needed to finish. Thank you.

Date of experience: November 23, 2025
New York
1 review
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Easy shopping, and they had what I wanted. Took me three minutes to get find order and pay for my book. I love that kind of service!

Date of experience: November 23, 2025
Washington
1 review
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1st Time really disappointed!
December 3, 2025
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I've been buying from Alibris for well over a decade now and have always been pretty satisfied with the rating and service on their books. My last purchased, delivered a couple weeks ago, was a Cook's cookbook rated "Very Good". It came w/o a dust jacket and the cover was scraped here and there and the corners were bent over, no doubt because this heavy, oversized book was shipped in a non-padded plastic bag. It was NOT a "Very Good". When I complained to the seller, they responded that I should send it back for a refund. I'm not paying to ship this book back. I'll add it to my collection, but with a large frown on my face!

Date of experience: November 11, 2025

1st Time really disappointed!
December 3, 2025
Previous review

I've been buying from Alibris for well over a decade now and have always been pretty satisfied with the rating and service on their books. My last purchased, delivered a couple weeks ago, was a Cook's cookbook rated "Very Good". It came w/o a dust jacket and the cover was scraped here and there and the corners were bent over, no doubt because this heavy, oversized book was shipped in a non-padded plastic bag. It was NOT a "Very Good". When I complained to the seller, they responded that I should send it back for a refund. I'm not paying to ship this book back. I'll add it to my collection, but with a large frown on my face!

Date of experience: November 11, 2025
New Mexico
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Shopping at Alibris is always easy and rewarding. We enjoy the concept of reading books that are pre-owned and kept out of the landfill, giving more than one reader a chance to enjoy them. This company makes this so SIMPLE!

Date of experience: November 23, 2025
Australia
1 review
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Prompt, efficient and as advertised.
December 3, 2025
Updated review

The book arrived very promptly (US to Australia). It was in better than advertised condition and expertly packed. An excellent experience with this seller: thank you!

Date of experience: November 23, 2025

Prompt, efficient and as advertised.
December 3, 2025
Previous review

The book arrived very promptly (US to Australia). It was in better than advertised condition and expertly packed. An excellent experience with this seller: thank you!

Date of experience: November 23, 2025
Connecticut
1 review
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I use Alibris as a last resort
December 2, 2025

I use Alibris as a last resort. You all really $#*!ed me 10 years ago, and I try to get even by turning down Slibris even if Amazon is more expensive.

Date of experience: November 22, 2025
Texas
1 review
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I was surprised I was charged shipping per book instead of a combined shipping. I was going to buy two books, so I dropped one.

Date of experience: November 22, 2025
Washington
2 reviews
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Quick and easy even if they do require that I leave...
December 2, 2025
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Quick and easy even if they do require that I leave a longer review than just those first few words, which more than adequately describe my shopping experience.

Date of experience: November 22, 2025

Couldn't be easier
December 13, 2022
Previous review

Couldn't be easier

Date of experience: December 13, 2022
District of Columbia
1 review
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Love Alibris Books!
December 2, 2025

Love Alibris Books! Wouldn't and have not purcased a new book in twenty years!
Alibris provides quick delivery at your doorstep!

Date of experience: November 22, 2025
Michigan
1 review
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A wonderful online surprise.
December 2, 2025
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Excellent customer service, great packaging, and fast delivery. Item arrived intact and in perfect condition. Plus, the price was very nice, too. I highly recommend this seller to any potential buyer.

Date of experience: November 22, 2025

A wonderful online surprise.
December 2, 2025
Previous review

Excellent customer service, great packaging, and fast delivery. Item arrived intact and in perfect condition. Plus, the price was very nice, too. I highly recommend this seller to any potential buyer.

Date of experience: November 22, 2025
North Carolina
1 review
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I ordered a book I wanted. I paid for it. In about a week it arrived at my house. It was in the condition that I agreed to when I purchased. It. I would choose Alibris again

Date of experience: November 22, 2025
Washington
1 review
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Found the books easily; checkout was easy even though the books were bought from two different sellers - I hope in good reading conditon. I'm poor so appreciate that I can find used books at affordable prices.

Date of experience: November 22, 2025
Minnesota
1 review
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I bought a book a few day ago, then today received an email that it had been cancelled because the book "was no longer available". Had to re-order and lost time in receiving it. Not happy. Also, I shouldn't have to agree to have my comments published on public websites in order to give my opinion. Not happy about that either. Drops my likelihood of recommending Alibris even more.

Date of experience: November 21, 2025
Finland
1 review
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Difficult to get to the free shipping, although my...
December 1, 2025
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Difficult to get to the free shipping, although my order was costly. And, one item was cancelled from my order and I had to reorder and then pay more shipping. You shoul offer free shipping to ALL ORDERS over a certain dollar amount, or discount the total amount or give a discount coupon or code for the future.

Date of experience: November 21, 2025

No $ to Bezos
May 20, 2025
Previous review

Went well, sent no money to Bezos, too,...

Date of experience: May 10, 2025
Missouri
1 review
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Not always but almost always find exactly what I'm...
December 1, 2025
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Not always but almost always find exactly what I'm looking for here at prices WAY cheaper and with easy ordering and reasonable shipping. I despise Amazon's attempted monopoly of everything and here is part of the solution.

Date of experience: November 21, 2025

This place is so awesome...
October 13, 2025
Previous review

This place is so awesome... hardly ever don't have what I'm looking for. Hardly ever is it not cheaper and usually significantly so.

Date of experience: October 3, 2025
Washington
1 review
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I love buying from Alibris
December 1, 2025
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I've been buying from Alibris for a while now -- it's such a preferable alternative to you know who. I always find the books I'm looking for and even though I pay shipping, the prices are still very reasonable.

Date of experience: November 20, 2025

I love buying from Alibris
December 1, 2025
Previous review

I've been buying from Alibris for a while now -- it's such a preferable alternative to you know who. I always find the books I'm looking for and even though I pay shipping, the prices are still very reasonable.

Date of experience: November 20, 2025
Ohio
1 review
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The site was easy to navigate and I had no trouble checking out. Also very happy I could use PayPal! So glad I can find books on here that are out of print.

Date of experience: November 20, 2025
New Zealand
1 review
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Alibris has been my go-to book store for more than 20 years. It's such a great way to access the books you love at a price you love even more

Date of experience: November 20, 2025
Puerto Rico
1 review
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Excelente!
December 1, 2025
Updated review

Hace años no compraba, pero todo fue muy bien. Buenos precios y excelente calidad de los libros.

Date of experience: November 20, 2025

Excelente!
December 1, 2025
Previous review

Hace años no compraba, pero todo fue muy bien. Buenos precios y excelente calidad de los libros.

Date of experience: November 20, 2025