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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
1,033
value
12,692
shipping
12,682
quality
12,676
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Got what I ordered!
October 11, 2024

Item came as described and in a timely manner. Would order from them again.

Date of experience: October 1, 2024
Maryland
1 review
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Prompts were easy to follow
October 11, 2024

Prompts were easy to follow. Page is well designed. Prices are reasonable

Date of experience: October 1, 2024
California
1 review
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This is a brand new book
October 11, 2024

This is a brand new book. I didn't think you would have it in stock... Thank you.

Date of experience: October 1, 2024
California
1 review
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Easy to find book and order
October 11, 2024

Easy to find book and order. Very wide selection of books to choose from.

Date of experience: October 1, 2024
Utah
1 review
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Very Happy!
October 11, 2024

I'm very happy with this wonderful Clie dictionary. Excellent condition and came in time. Thank you!

Date of experience: October 1, 2024
Washington
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I've used Alibris before and am happy to use them again.i found multiple options for the book I needed.

Date of experience: September 30, 2024
Maine
1 review
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Found the best price possible for a relatively rare book on ninja philosophy here and also on another martial arts philosophy book which was under $3.

Date of experience: September 30, 2024
California
1 review
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Nice
October 11, 2024

Everything went according to the plan.The team moved as one.

Date of experience: September 30, 2024
Arizona
1 review
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Easy process
October 11, 2024

Easy process - great selection of books - especially in the area of art and crafts.

Date of experience: September 30, 2024
California
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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The site was easy to use
October 11, 2024

The site was easy to use. Thank you for making Carl Trueman's book available.

Date of experience: September 30, 2024
Ohio
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Quick, good price, quality history book, several choices of condition for my personal library.

Date of experience: September 30, 2024
New York
1 review
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Disappointed finding out days later that my book wasn't available, having to re-buy and pay shipping. I only purchased the other two books in order to reach the free shipping for the first shipment. I would have just not bought those had I known.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: September 30, 2024
Maine
1 review
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The default shipping address went to my grandson. Twice this has happened, so that I had to rebuy books intended for myself. Why doesn't your shipping default to the account owner? And require a change if it is being sent to someone else?

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: September 30, 2024
Georgia
1 review
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Ordering was easy and fast
October 11, 2024

Ordering was easy and fast. Offered the book at a better price than other sites.

Date of experience: September 30, 2024
Ohio
2 reviews
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Very easy to find what I was looking for and make the purchase

Date of experience: September 30, 2024
Washington
1 review
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I've been a long time customer of Alibris. When ordering a single book I often come to Alibris first because the prices are very competitive. I've not suffered a loss, wrong or damaged book in nearly 20 years.

Date of experience: September 30, 2024

Best copy for the best price
May 12, 2024
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Best copy for the best price

Date of experience: May 1, 2024
New Mexico
1 review
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Book was in great condition, arrived quickly, recommended.

Date of experience: September 30, 2024
Oregon
1 review
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Awesomeness
October 11, 2024

Great selection for books, etc. Super easy website to use. Gets kids motivated by choosing what they want to order to read

Date of experience: September 30, 2024
Georgia
1 review
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Order fufilled
October 11, 2024

All good‼Got the book I wanted in a reasonable time from the great Half Priced Books!

Date of experience: September 30, 2024
Rhode Island
1 review
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Shipping charges on some are outrageous! $12 for one paperback book?! I know some of these may be beyond your control, but seriously?!

Date of experience: September 30, 2024