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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
1,023
value
12,573
shipping
12,563
quality
12,557
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Ohio
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Shipped from FOUR locations
January 10, 2025

Individual shipping from multiple sources for the same title is doubling the cost of my order!. I understand the necessity (kinda?) but it seems that Alibris is large enough to consolidate identical offerings and ship from a central location. A bit frustrating, but not a deal breaker. Quality and service have always been good. Thank you

Date of experience: January 21, 2025
Arkansas
1 review
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I had to make some changes in your website which was difficult

Date of experience: December 31, 2024
Florida
1 review
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January 10, 2025

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Date of experience: December 31, 2024
Texas
1 review
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I love to get books I want for less and easily accessible on line!

Date of experience: December 31, 2024
Washington
1 review
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Easy to navigate
January 10, 2025

Easy to navigate. Shipping did not cost more than the product I was buying, which happens on some online stores (Etsy, e.g.).

Date of experience: December 31, 2024
Texas
1 review
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It was super easy to find the book I was looking for along with the checkout process.

Date of experience: December 31, 2024
Pennsylvania
1 review
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Best Price
January 10, 2025

I quickly found the book I was searching for. The price was the lowest I found, so I placed my order. I received the book in excellent condition.

Date of experience: December 7, 2024
Texas
1 review
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Very quick and easy ordering at very reasonable prices
January 10, 2025
Updated review

Very quick and easy ordering at very reasonable prices. Excellent inventory.

Date of experience: December 31, 2024

Awesome performance
September 20, 2024
Previous review

Books are always easy to find, prices are reasonable and product is always in great shape and delivered correctly and quickly.

Date of experience: September 10, 2024
Washington
1 review
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Alibris is my go-to place for books
January 10, 2025

Alibris is my go-to place for books. Fast and easy online experience and way to purchase from independent bookshops across the country. Highest recommendations.

Date of experience: December 31, 2024
California
1 review
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Alibris is great, SiteJabber is not
January 10, 2025

Book was great, got it at a reasonable price and on time. SiteJabber mandatory survey afterwards feels insistent and spammy.

Date of experience: December 31, 2024
Texas
1 review
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Every time I come here, I always find what I am looking...
January 10, 2025
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Every time I come here, I always find what I am looking for. So, I appreciate it. You give me options.

Date of experience: December 31, 2024

Great Shopping experience
January 10, 2025
Previous review

When i am recommended a book, I come here to see if it's available in a least good condition. If the book I am looking for is not available were it shows out of stock then I come to Alibris and so far I am batting a Thousand.

Date of experience: December 31, 2024
Delaware
1 review
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I liked the option of consolidating shipping.
When I'm asked to write more in a review- this is my time were talking about (which is valuable to me) I feel inclined to never do a review again.

Date of experience: December 31, 2024
Maine
1 review
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Good ability to find one source for all books which...
January 10, 2025
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Good ability to find one source for all books which makes it easier

Date of experience: December 31, 2024

Good source
April 2, 2024
Previous review

Good source

Date of experience: March 23, 2024
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Bible
January 10, 2025

Great Bible. Good price. Delivery was faster than was predicted.

Date of experience: December 31, 2024
Missouri
1 review
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I have never had any problems with Alibris. I find lots of books here that I can't elsewhere

Date of experience: December 31, 2024
Minnesota
1 review
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Slow shipping
January 10, 2025

I was surprised by how slowly the shipping proceeded! It seemed to take about a week to get out of the facility and on its way. I was happy with my order when it finally arrived.

Date of experience: December 31, 2024
New Hampshire
1 review
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Quality of item
January 10, 2025

Two books were ordered, but neither had the dust jacket, and one had a broken binding and missing pages. We contacted alibis and I believe a replacement is being sent.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: December 31, 2024
North Carolina
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Fast check out easy to search for items not to happy with shipping costs charge for each item

Date of experience: December 31, 2024
Washington
1 review
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Great Resource
January 10, 2025

The site was easy to navigate to find the book I was looking for. The description of the product was also accurate when received

Date of experience: January 25, 2025
Connecticut
1 review
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This is a church purchase as 501c3
January 10, 2025

This is a church purchase as 501c3. No where was the tax exempt option ever given so I dispute the full charged amount for massachusetts.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: December 30, 2024