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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
1,025
value
12,587
shipping
12,577
quality
12,571
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New Jersey
1 review
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Good deal!
November 18, 2024

Good deal! I always find hard to find books which are out of print

Date of experience: November 8, 2024
Maryland
1 review
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No problems
November 18, 2024

No problems. Looking for books to expand my library on subjects of interest and information to improve my life.

Date of experience: November 29, 2024
Colorado
1 review
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Fast, easy to read, great selection of books! I like that you had exactly what I am looking for!

Date of experience: November 8, 2024
Texas
1 review
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Great product! Fast shipping, good price, too. I would highly recommend them.

Date of experience: November 8, 2024
Washington
1 review
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Liked the optimized option$ savings as well as availability

Date of experience: November 8, 2024
Michigan
1 review
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Good price and quality
November 18, 2024

The book is in very good condition. It arrived in a timely manner.

Date of experience: November 8, 2024
Oklahoma
1 review
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Free shipping was not applied for one item. Tried several times to correct.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: November 8, 2024
Kansas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Shipping costs are inflated
November 18, 2024

Shipping costs are inflated. It doesn't cost that much to ship a book at book rate.

Date of experience: November 8, 2024
Pennsylvania
1 review
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Timely delivery
November 18, 2024
Updated review

The item was delivered on time and was in good condition as described on the website

Date of experience: November 8, 2024

Great service
July 12, 2024
Previous review

It is easy to order from Alibris Books. Waiting time is acceptable and they keep you informed of the delivery time.

Date of experience: July 1, 2024
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great price and quality books
November 18, 2024

Quick delivery and great prices, I will check your site again

Date of experience: November 8, 2024
Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great price & really nice book!
November 18, 2024

Easy ordering, came quickly, & was a really nice book for a great price.

Date of experience: November 8, 2024
North Dakota
1 review
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Quick and efficient
November 18, 2024

Alibris is always so wonderful to work with. My first choice for books, music, and movies

Date of experience: November 8, 2024
California
1 review
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Appreciate that when the book I'd ordered from one vendor was no longer in stock, you provided a copy from a different vendor. That saved me time and effort. Thank you.

Date of experience: November 8, 2024
Alabama
1 review
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Found what I wanted with good prices!
November 18, 2024

Found what I wanted with good prices!
Thank you! You have a great selection.

Date of experience: November 8, 2024
Wisconsin
1 review
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Took too long to receive
November 18, 2024

Contacting the company wasn't much help either as the email just basically told me I had to continue waiting for the book that I ordered. The condition of the book was accurate, though as it was in good condition.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: November 8, 2024
California
1 review
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Book is perfect. Looks like new
November 18, 2024

Easy to find what I needed lots to choose from that's all I have

Date of experience: November 8, 2024
Illinois
1 review
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Childhood Books
November 18, 2024

I was very satisfied with everything except the cover on the Better Homes and Gardens is not the original and it showed the original cover when I ordered it.

Everything else was great.

Date of experience: November 8, 2024
Indiana
1 review
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Filling order was slow but arrived
November 18, 2024

Shipping was slow. Packing was good. Description of condition was accurate

Date of experience: November 8, 2024
Colorado
2 reviews
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Great books horrible delivery
November 18, 2024
Updated review

Ordering from Alibris is always great but delivery from USPS is horrible. Please consider another option to deliver.

Date of experience: November 8, 2024

Alibris has so many options along with so many titles!
February 1, 2024
Previous review

Alibris has so many options along with so many titles!

Date of experience: January 31, 2024
South Carolina
1 review
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Great
November 18, 2024

Good book good service and fast delivery will order again when needed

Date of experience: November 8, 2024