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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
1,032
value
12,681
shipping
12,671
quality
12,665
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Iowa
1 review
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Bulb
December 15, 2024

I got my order six days before the expected delivery date after not being able to find the bulb I needed in any local parts store

Date of experience: December 5, 2024
Minnesota
1 review
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I like your prices but shipping is a little high. I'll order from you again.

Date of experience: December 5, 2024
Washington
1 review
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Chess book
December 15, 2024

Very good condition, a happy customer here. ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘

Date of experience: December 5, 2024
New Jersey
1 review
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I think company is independent
December 15, 2024

I think company is independent. Appreciate the easy-to-navigate website.

Date of experience: December 5, 2024
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy website to manage would came back to purchase again, I totally recommend it

Date of experience: December 5, 2024
Illinois
1 review
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I'm a pastor, and I read a ton of books and commentaries, so the prices are just awesome and really help me save some cash.

Date of experience: December 5, 2024
Illinois
1 review
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If I get the book in decent shape in a timely manner, I will be thrilled.

Date of experience: December 5, 2024
North Carolina
2 reviews
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Great experience
December 15, 2024
Updated review

Easy shopping, great prices, fast delivery. The book i ordered was in perfect shape.

Date of experience: December 26, 2024

Easy ordering; great prices
January 3, 2024
Previous review

Easy ordering; great prices.

Date of experience: January 2, 2024
Kansas
1 review
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I wasn't aware the books would come from different vendors so different postage...wish it were a combined effort equally less postage. Definitely will influence future putchases

Date of experience: December 5, 2024
New Hampshire
1 review
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Satisfied
December 15, 2024

Good price, book in good condition, received in a timely manner

Date of experience: December 5, 2024
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Long time user of website
December 15, 2024
Updated review

Long time user of website. Love the store grading. Carries almost all my book searches!

Date of experience: December 5, 2024

Best used book store on line and otherwise
May 31, 2024
Previous review

Best used book store on line and otherwise - always use them vedry

Date of experience: May 21, 2024
Washington
1 review
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Good source for used books
December 15, 2024

Bought used book in excellent condition for less than $2. Shipping was almost $5 but total price was still a great deal. Happy to not put money in the pocket of Jeff Bezos.

Date of experience: November 25, 2024
Arizona
1 review
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Book Order
December 15, 2024

All books were received in a timely manner. Too bad Alibris doesn't have a buy back program.

Date of experience: December 4, 2024
Oklahoma
1 review
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Excellent service,I have a 13th edition but with the drugs coming out that edition could not cover them

Date of experience: December 4, 2024
Arizona
1 review
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Book arrived in rough condition
December 15, 2024

I was surprised at the poor condition of the book. I didn't realize that Good condition includes bent, torn and taped cover with loose pages.

Date of experience: December 4, 2024
California
1 review
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An extraordinary resource
December 15, 2024

Our library grows by many titles each week. Alibris has been a reliable source for books of all typesโ€ฆ rare and newly released. I recommend it to all.

Date of experience: December 4, 2024
Illinois
1 review
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I had to order this book as one time because I didn't...
December 15, 2024
Updated review

I had to order this book as one time because I didn't get charged for it even though it was in my cart!

Date of experience: December 4, 2024

I had 3 items in my cart and yet when I paid for the...
December 15, 2024
Previous review

I had 3 items in my cart and yet when I paid for the items I was billed for only 2 and the 3 didn't show at all. Young whit and the shroud of secrecy was the book
I guess I will go back and try to order it again

Date of experience: December 4, 2024
Florida
1 review
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It was easier than I expected
December 15, 2024

It was easier than I expected. The only complain I have is that I wished to buy two books instead of one to give as a gift but I was not able to figure out how to change the quantity. Besides that, my experience rocked

Date of experience: December 4, 2024
Maryland
1 review
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Ordered 4 books, 2 orders were "cancelled" days after my order. Replacement items are more expensive, arrive later, and require more transactions and email checking. Perhaps Alibris should charge sellers a $1 cancellation fee.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: December 4, 2024
California
1 review
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I've shopped alibris for years
December 15, 2024

I've shopped alibris for years. Always happy with my experience and the quality of the books! Simply the best!

Date of experience: December 4, 2024