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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
1,020
value
12,498
shipping
12,488
quality
12,482
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Massachusetts
1 review
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This was my first time ordering from Alibris, and it was a great experience. I was looking for a movie that's hard to find and not available to stream, and I snagged a blu-ray for a really good price. It arrived in near-perfect condition for a used item. I will definitely order from Alibris again!

Date of experience: October 23, 2025
Illinois
1 review
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Books in great condition
November 2, 2025

Price was good, book is in great condition. Usps messed up the shipping, got stuck in Chicago for awhile, its resolved, received the book.

Date of experience: October 23, 2025
Oklahoma
1 review
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First time shopper on alibris
November 2, 2025

First time shopper on alibris. Understanding shipping was confusing. At one point, I read a message that said if I added $55 more to my cart, I'd get free shipping - or so I thought - but that didn't work out. Coupon code didn't give much of a discount. It was just confusing.

Date of experience: October 23, 2025
Massachusetts
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I have been looking for this book as my house was burned down. The author, Dr Ernest Gordon was one of my professors at Princeton. This book is second edition of the original book on the actual story of the River Kwai. The used book is grossly overpriced for a paperback, but worth it to have in my new library.

Date of experience: October 22, 2025
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Multiple shipping fees
November 1, 2025

I understand the need for shipping fees but I didn't care for paying separate shipping for each item when ordering from a single site. Paying multiple shipping fees when ordering from a single site makes me far less likely to purchase from that site again.

Date of experience: October 22, 2025
Maryland
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Don't tell me how much time I need to spend on this. STOP. I WILL NO LONGER PROVIDE "FEEDBACK" SINCE YOU WON'T ACCEPT WHAT I'M WILLING TO DO. YOU'RE NOT PAYING FOR MY TIME

Date of experience: October 22, 2025
Louisiana
1 review
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Canceled the part I needed
November 1, 2025

I placed an order for two books, one I needed for a class, the other I kinda wanted but it got me over the threshold for discounted shipping. The book I needed was canceled (and no longer available at the price I paid) but the other was sent with the shipping charge.
If part of an order is cancelled, it should be confirmed that the rest is still wanted.

Date of experience: September 29, 2025
North Carolina
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Recent Book Purchase
November 1, 2025
Updated review

Ordered a book recently via Alibris. The book was delivered in a timely manner, and was in mint condition. I'll continue to order books on Alibris due to solid customer service, timely shipping and good products.

Date of experience: October 22, 2025

Mint-Condition Book
September 30, 2025
Previous review

Book received was in mint-condition. I'm very pleased with the company (Books of California?) I ordered from. Item was also shipped quickly.

Date of experience: September 20, 2025
Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Always love Alibris!
November 1, 2025
Updated review

The item arrived much sooner than was predicted, so very happy about that! And in good shape. Although I was less happy about how the delivery person curled it up and stuffed it in my mailbox. I was glad it wasn't in there very long.

Date of experience: October 22, 2025

Always excellent and easy to use!
October 11, 2025
Previous review

Always excellent and easy to use! I've been coming here for years.

Date of experience: October 1, 2025
New Jersey
1 review
0 helpful votes
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So far so good!
November 1, 2025

So far so good! Looking forward to getting the book! As long as the book arrives in the window of 3-15 days as promised, I will be very happy!

Date of experience: October 22, 2025
Rhode Island
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The book came in a timely manner and in perfect condition.
November 1, 2025
Updated review

Quick and easy way to find books I just have to have. I find the book, I click, check out and then it comes in the mail. I love the process.

Date of experience: October 22, 2025

Quick and easy to find books at great prices and the...
December 21, 2024
Previous review

Quick and easy to find books at great prices and the orders arrive quickly.

Date of experience: December 11, 2024
Japan
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Site utile pour trouver des livres introuvables sur Amazon

Date of experience: October 21, 2025
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Your shipping charges are ridiculous
November 1, 2025

Your shipping charges are ridiculous. Media mail is much cheaper. And I know it does not have tracking…. However we. Should have option!
ALSO
Your $ off coupons are. Cheap. Have to spend to much for any reward.

Date of experience: October 21, 2025
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Alibis is my go-to website for used books
October 31, 2025
Updated review

This review is a general review. Whenever I need/want to buy a book, I choose to buy a used book. I ALWAYS find what I'm looking for. Prices are reasonable and delivery is prompt. What could be better?

Date of experience: October 21, 2025

Always dependable
April 17, 2025
Previous review

When I want to buy a book, the first place I go is to Alibris. They always have what I'm looking for. Shipment is fast and reliable.

Date of experience: April 7, 2025
Florida
1 review
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Appreciate the array of items!
October 31, 2025

Appreciate the array of items! Never knew they sold movies! And, got a last minute $1.00 discount while checking out. I have bought many books from this seller. Wish shipping costs were a bit less costly.

Date of experience: October 21, 2025
Oregon
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I love getting my books from here, it's very easy to find al the books you want to read, and I love how you can pick between different copies based on quality, and location.

Date of experience: October 21, 2025
Utah
1 review
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Thank you!
October 31, 2025

Thank you! Great value for used and new books alike! Great inventory across the network. I've never had a problem finding the book I am looking for!

Date of experience: October 21, 2025
New Jersey
1 review
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There a usually several options in different states to choose from, depending where you live in the country, which sometimes saves on shipping. I do wish there were better descriptions of what the quality of the book is like, though, such as if the book has a CD or patterns, if those are still with the book or not.

Date of experience: October 21, 2025
Georgia
1 review
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Easy and fast with a good selection andf prices with a wide offering of hard to find books about the Masters Golf tournament in Augusta Ga held every year as the most prestigious tournament in the world

Date of experience: October 21, 2025
Maryland
1 review
0 helpful votes
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It's hard to add items to the cart if i have more than one tab open to alibris... items say they are added, but then they don't show up.

Date of experience: October 21, 2025