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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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Shipping process is too drawn out for what it cost, Books are shippwed indirectly all over the US before they get to the custumer.
I have shopped with Alibris for over ten years. The website is my go to place to purchase books. I love the discounted prices.
Excellent selection of print options and user friendly search filters.
Excellent selection and search features.
Shopping was good shipping was too high.it was easy to find the title and not hard to shop. Having a minimum about of characters in this review is super annoying!
Good selection. Easy to find what I was looking for. Prices are the best.
I value The ratings on the conditions of the books and how they are sorted by price categories. I've also never been disappointed on receiving any of the books I've ordered from alibris.
Alibris offers an easy way to find books and dvds at prices which are more than competitive with EBay and other sources.
The website and the checkout process are both very easy to use.
Website and ordering process easy to use. Found one of my desired titles here when I did not find it in my local library system or on Barnes & Noble.
Wonderful experience Low prices. Shipping costs could be lower.
Should have let me stop when I wanted to…
Easy
The book reviews are impressive.
Because the website is good.
I bought a book, and received a message that the book had been cancelled. I didn't receive a message about a refund. Also, I found the website difficult to negotiate. I had to change my password three times to get into the site.
I have always been able to find an older book that is hard to find elsewhere at your site.
I order books for my son thru Alibris. I save money always, then going thru different websites to purchase books
Thank you for the ease of using your site and the low low prices.
It would not let me add email address. Despite numerous tries to do so.
Seem like if someone is ordering two CDs at the same time that they could go in the same mailing envelope and it could cost less than $10.00 to ship.
Love that I can choose the edition, so I can get the most recent printing.
Answer: Let's just say, they advertise falsely. They misrepresent what they are selling. Buyer beware.
Answer: Hi Dennis, That depends on where the seller is located and where your deliver address is as well. Generally, shipments within the States are delivered within a week or so, though holiday shipping might slow down a bit. If you send us the details with your order number in an email to [email protected] we can look into the specifics for you. Thank you for writing. Michael B. Alibris Customer Service
Answer: Hi Valerie, If you have had a problem with your Visa or PayPal transactions on our site, please let us know the details at [email protected] so that we can investigate for you. Thank you for your question. Michael B. Alibris Customer Service
Answer: HI Zoila, Delivery timeframes within the States are usually between 3 and 8 days, but it depends on where the seller is that is shipping the item to you. If you have already placed an order, please contact us at [email protected] with your order details and we can investigate for you. Thank you for writing. Michael B. Alibris Customer Service
Answer: Really Michael, contact you directly? Why should we have to. There is a bad trend here. Seems MANY of us contact you and you DONT respond
Answer: I saw the fake stellar reviews and did not dig deeper. I til... I had an issue. Initially, I wanted to give a small seller some business after COVID and the site looked really good. What a big mistake that was! Shame on this outfit.

