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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
12,592
shipping
12,582
quality
12,576
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New York
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Available titles in good condition
October 25, 2024

Available titles in good condition. I do order for myself or my school.

Date of experience: October 15, 2024
Oregon
1 review
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Won't buy books online any other way.
October 25, 2024

Book like new. Price half of what I would pay elsewhere. Prompt delivery. I love Alibris.

Date of experience: October 15, 2024
Texas
1 review
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One of the best and easy sites to move thru searching for what you want...checkout out it eady too!

Date of experience: October 15, 2024
Texas
1 review
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I was looking for an obscure science book from the 70's and I found it! Reasonable price, swift delivery, what's not to like?

Date of experience: October 15, 2024
New York
2 reviews
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The process was nice and easy
October 25, 2024

The process was nice and easy. You aer not as expensive as other sellers.

Date of experience: October 15, 2024
Ohio
1 review
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Relatively good instructions for filling the order and the prices were shown as as choices based on the condition of the dvd

Date of experience: October 15, 2024
Washington
1 review
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When I find a book I want, I always check to see if the store has any other titles I'm seeking. Sometimes this results in combined shipping costs, and sometimes it doesn't...even though the books arrive in one package 99% of the time. I'd really like to see this as a regular feature. I've paid as much for shipping as the books I've ordered at times.

Date of experience: October 15, 2024
North Carolina
1 review
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It was not able to see if the song I wanted was part of the content. One message stated that the book suggested to replace the one I had chosen was out of stock. I would give 4.5 stars if I knew how to do so.

Date of experience: October 15, 2024
Louisiana
1 review
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Todays experience was good
October 25, 2024

Todays experience was good. However, the fact that the book I ordered over 2 weeks ago, was returned to the seller, and I was not informed until today after I sent an inquiry as to where the book was, is a little unsettling. I should have been notified at the time it was returned, so I could have found a replacement much sooner, as my class starts in 7 days, and I need to have read the first 3 chapters before then. Now, I am not able to get the book in a timely manner.

Date of experience: October 15, 2024
New York
1 review
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I love alibris
October 25, 2024
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I love alibris. Its easy and friendly and its for the people.

Date of experience: October 15, 2024

Terence stamp lived a perfect life
October 3, 2024
Previous review

Its always good with alibris. Easy and its good to buy from real people

Date of experience: September 23, 2024
Minnesota
1 review
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Shipping Time
October 25, 2024

My order took about 17 days to arrive. I didn't want to wait that long.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: October 15, 2024
Ohio
1 review
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Love the low prices and great selection. Almost always has the book I'm searching for. Thank you Alibris!

Date of experience: October 15, 2024
Texas
1 review
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Fast order
October 25, 2024

You had what I desired and the procurement process was quick and easy.

Date of experience: October 15, 2024
New York
1 review
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Why do you do this?
October 25, 2024

I ordered a book. I paid a reasonable amount for the book. The book came in a reasonable amount of time.

Date of experience: October 15, 2024
Texas
1 review
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Great Deal!
October 25, 2024

As always, shopping with Alibris is always quick efficient and products always arrive as described.

Date of experience: October 15, 2024
NL
1 review
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Positive
October 25, 2024

Alibris has a great customer service, my recommendations!

Date of experience: October 15, 2024
Florida
1 review
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Helpful for my ordering by mail quick and clear information

Date of experience: October 15, 2024
California
1 review
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Great books for book lovers!
October 25, 2024

I started with Alibris because it was less aggressive in its business strategies and is devoted to books. It also has an easy to use website.

Date of experience: October 15, 2024
District of Columbia
1 review
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Great Prices for Books, one stop shop for all topics and interest

Date of experience: October 15, 2024
Illinois
1 review
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Everything was quick and easy, good selection, easy payment methods.

Date of experience: October 15, 2024