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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
12,499
shipping
12,489
quality
12,483
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California
1 review
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You can usually find good prices on used books in excellent or good condition. Alibris is my go-to place for used and hard-to-find books.

Date of experience: October 26, 2025

I usually am able to find rare or out of print books
September 18, 2025
Previous review

I usually am able to find rare or out of print books. Alibris is my go to place for books that are hard to find.

Date of experience: September 8, 2025
Colorado
1 review
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I lokked for the books, they were asking a reasonable price for them and they were delivered sooner than I expected. They arrived in better shape than I expected and I was just satisfied with the process in its entirety. Thank you

Date of experience: October 26, 2025
Maryland
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Cover damaged
November 5, 2025
Updated review

I was not expecting these vintage cookbooks to be in brand new condition. However, one of them had damage to an upper corner of the cover where a price sticker had obviously been affixed (peeling, tearing and discoloration). I intend to give these books to friends for Christmas, so receiving one with such an obvious and visible defect was disheartening. I will not be able to give that one as a gift. I am most displeased.

Date of experience: October 26, 2025

Painless experience so far, but I won't truly know...
October 15, 2025
Previous review

Painless experience so far, but I won't truly know how good condition the books are in until I receive them. Then I will make a judgement on your company.

Date of experience: October 5, 2025
Michigan
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Book images don't match the edition you are looking for, so it makes it a little difficult to ensure you are getting the correct edition. It is also hard to track to have several purchase come from the same seller for ease of shipping.

Date of experience: October 26, 2025
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Books you can't find anywhere else
November 5, 2025

I've been able to find books in a series that I have not been able to find anywhere else. The prices are good and the delivery is usually pretty quick.

Date of experience: October 26, 2025
California
1 review
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On time
November 5, 2025

On time. Affordable. Dependable. I'm just an old lady who has a son incarcerated so I send him books all the time. It can get pretty expensive and i dont have money like that but with Alibris I can find whatever book he asks me for & I'll order it, ALIBRIS is what I use and what I'll be using for my son's books. Like I said, they're affordable and reliable.

Date of experience: October 26, 2025
Ohio
1 review
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Ivanhoe
November 5, 2025

Alibris had the book that I wanted for a very reasonable, cheap price. My only complaint is that the cover on the book was not the image that I was expecting. But overall, Alibris' service is so far so good!

Date of experience: October 25, 2025
Costa Rica
1 review
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LOVED YOUR SERVICE. I LIVE IN COSTA RICA AND FLY TO MIAMI EVERY SIX MONTHS AND WILL PLACE A PURCHASE TP BE DELIVERED TO A RELATIVES HOUSE BEFORE MY TRIPS. WISH I COULD ORDER FROM COSTA RICA BUT MAILING IS DIFFICULT HERE. THANKS A LOT

Date of experience: October 25, 2025
Alaska
1 review
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The Waif
November 4, 2025

I could not be happier with the prompt service I have received at Alibris and also the vast array of books they have in stock!

Date of experience: October 25, 2025
California
1 review
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Best service ever!
November 4, 2025

Excellent! I have been searching for this book for some time and found it through ALIBRIS, I was thrilled. The copy was in pristine new condition and were shipped immediately. Very happy!

Date of experience: October 25, 2025
California
1 review
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One of the books I ordered came with a lot of notes and many of the text was highlighted. It was not mentioned on the description of the product. Yes it said it was a book that was already used, although I believe that would be nice to describe more in more detail the real status of the product

Date of experience: October 24, 2025
Oregon
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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DVD order & shipping
November 4, 2025

The DVD was as described and played well. The price was reasonable. Shipping could have been quicker, but did arrive in good condition.

Date of experience: October 24, 2025
New York
1 review
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Love this book, hard to find, ordered for a friends baby shower. Thought I ordered way In advance to it would have plenty of time to arrive…cutting it close but it arrived about an hour before party. My friend loved it!

Date of experience: October 24, 2025
California
1 review
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Always a great deal with Alibris
November 4, 2025

I like that the books are very affordably priced. Alibris always has what I am looking for. Books are either in good condition or almost new. Will always go to Alibris first when looking for books to purchase for my library.

Date of experience: October 24, 2025
New York
1 review
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Rookie Blue/Project Runway
November 3, 2025

Rookie Blue DVD is perfect viewing. Disc were clean, unscuffed and unscratched. Same with Project Runway. Delivery was a little lengthy, but they arrived. Thank you.

Date of experience: October 24, 2025
Ohio
1 review
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Alibris is my favorite place to buy used/vintage books. Clear listings so you can choose the right copy. Great experience every time.

Date of experience: October 24, 2025
California
1 review
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Fast and an excellent price
November 3, 2025
Updated review

I found my book for sale at the British museum, but not wanting to lug it home, I photographed it and went on Alibris upon my return, locating a number of copies for sale.

Date of experience: October 23, 2025

A rare and esoteric publication
March 24, 2025
Previous review

The book came quickly, and was in better condition for its age than I had hoped- cant ask for more than that when ordering a vintage product.

Date of experience: March 14, 2025
Arizona
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Do not want a featured review or your tactics to force...
November 3, 2025
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Do not want a featured review or your tactics to force me to type 50 characters so I'm lowing my overall rating from a 9 to a 7. Like others you've bring to intrusive. Just get my the book I paid top dollar for!

Date of experience: October 23, 2025

Never accepts credit card first time which is crazy!
September 24, 2025
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Never accepts credit card first time which is crazy! Thanks

Date of experience: September 14, 2025
Minnesota
1 review
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I've made orders for new books (just recently started buying used) and can't find any other stores that provide as good of deals as alibris.

Date of experience: October 23, 2025
Florida
1 review
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You get what you pay for.
November 3, 2025

Very easy to find the book and I appreciate it wasnt expensive. But the book had all highlights and notes. Not horrible but it is alot... then again I paid cheap for the book. I cant complain l.

Date of experience: October 23, 2025