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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
1,017
value
12,438
shipping
12,428
quality
12,422
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Maryland
1 review
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I saw the movie I wanted for.99 cents
February 8, 2025

I saw the movie I wanted for.99 cents. When i logged in? It went to 3 dollars flat! I don't understand! It was the old switcharooo! :(

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: January 29, 2025
Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I love Alibris, I love Alibris,I love Alibris, I love...
February 8, 2025
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I love Alibris, I love Alibris,I love Alibris, I love Alibris, I love Alibris, I love Alibris,

Date of experience: January 29, 2025

Excellent
January 25, 2025
Previous review

The book was in better shape than I expected. I will not hesitate to order from Alibris again.

Date of experience: January 14, 2025
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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It was easy and convenient and the price was right. I prefer buying used books.

Date of experience: January 29, 2025
North Dakota
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Don't know which purchase Alibris has in mind. Cannot say much as a result.

Date of experience: January 29, 2025
Colorado
1 review
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Very good selection of the book I was in need of. Shipping price was inexpensive and affordable.

Date of experience: February 20, 2025
Missouri
1 review
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Alibris is my "Go To" for musical resource books, service from the sellers has always (with a few rare exceptions) been excellent... although it's been Increasingly "the pits" with USPS as of the last year+... not the sellers or Alibris' fault in any way.

Date of experience: January 29, 2025

Very Helpful Resource Books
November 26, 2024
Previous review

What can I say... Alibris is my "Go To", for all my books of study and knowledge.

Date of experience: December 7, 2024
Tennessee
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I was unable to put in the 5$ discount code in but in the past all books have come in mail nicely packed and in timely manner

Date of experience: January 29, 2025
Washington
1 review
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I love to buy books from Alibris,however sometimes the wait is too long

Date of experience: January 29, 2025
Tennessee
1 review
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Awesome
February 8, 2025

I received my book in a timely manner and then realized I already had a copy. Oops! I will order from then again but I will be checking my own inventory before I do.

Date of experience: January 29, 2025
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great job
February 8, 2025

Quick & easy from search to pay. I love alibris. Have known about this company for many years fast shipping and great book. Thank you.

Date of experience: February 19, 2025
Colorado
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Easy and descriptions of the condition of each book...
February 8, 2025
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Easy and descriptions of the condition of each book are valuable

Date of experience: January 29, 2025

Hiwas a little bit annoyed when I tried to go back...
January 23, 2025
Previous review

Hi
Was a little bit annoyed when I tried to go back a page to the book I wanted, it told me of other books like this one, I had to re enter my search title like 3 times. I guess it works better if you know this already.

Date of experience: January 13, 2025
Wisconsin
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I was sent the wrong book and they couldn't just replace it with the correct one.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: January 29, 2025
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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February 8, 2025

It was a great experience i have no complaints and have been using them for many years

Date of experience: January 29, 2025
Hawaii
1 review
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The website order system is very good
February 8, 2025
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The website order system is very good. It's just that I haven't used it in a while, so had to be more careful

Date of experience: January 28, 2025

Nice book very good condition
October 7, 2024
Previous review

Very good. Good price and especially for Hawaii, where it is difficult to deliver timely

Date of experience: September 26, 2024
Arizona
1 review
0 helpful votes
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This is replacement dvd for previous item ordered which became unavailable before ship.

Date of experience: January 28, 2025
California
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Fast service, book in great shape
February 8, 2025

A very special book I needed was found on Alibris and delivered so quickly, looks new, thank you so much, you are always so reliable!

Date of experience: February 1, 2025
Wisconsin
1 review
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Very easy to order.
February 8, 2025
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All info related to the order is clear. Always a good experience.

Date of experience: January 28, 2025

Always clear
September 6, 2024
Previous review

Always clear. I like the ranking of the books by price, with clear descriptions of the conditions.

Date of experience: August 27, 2024
Tennessee
1 review
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Easy to order and pay
February 8, 2025

Easy to order and pay. Good prices; easy to find what I was looking for.

Date of experience: January 28, 2025
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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My shopping experience went very smoothly. I appreciate how well it went.

Date of experience: January 28, 2025
California
1 review
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February 8, 2025

Great product selection and efficient delivery! Will order from here again :)

Date of experience: January 28, 2025