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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
12,691
shipping
12,681
quality
12,675
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Wisconsin
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Found the book I wanted
October 9, 2024

Found the book I wanted - Good condition - reasonable price.
Able to check out smoothly even without have to register / create a log-in etc.

Date of experience: September 29, 2024
Indiana
1 review
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Good Value
October 9, 2024

The book I ordered came quickly and has some damage to the structure, but is as described. Can't beat the deal I got.

Date of experience: September 29, 2024
North Carolina
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Great service and always have what I am looking for when I need it in a hurry

Date of experience: September 29, 2024
Tennessee
1 review
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Super! Gave the information I was looking to find. Clearly explained.

Date of experience: September 29, 2024
California
1 review
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Great
October 9, 2024

Delivered as promised and within the time stated. Book was in great shape

Date of experience: September 29, 2024
New Mexico
1 review
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Easy, convenient, and quick online shopping. Easy to navigate website.

Date of experience: September 29, 2024
Colorado
1 review
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Quick and easy process
October 9, 2024

Quick and easy process. It doesn't get any better than Alibris.

Date of experience: September 29, 2024
Washington
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Found what I wanted and was looking for
October 9, 2024
Updated review

I go on the Alibris site from time to time. I have usually been able to find items I would like to purchase. The condition descriptions are always spot on for the products I choose and the value and price I pay is better than other online sources.

Date of experience: September 29, 2024

Very easy to find what I want and then select items...
February 22, 2024
Previous review

Very easy to find what I want and then select items to purchase.

Date of experience: February 21, 2024
Washington
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Always satisfactory
October 9, 2024

Searches always quick and accurate. Choice of price and condition.

Date of experience: September 29, 2024
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Reliable accurate information and prompt service on past orders.

Date of experience: September 29, 2024
Massachusetts
1 review
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Ok
October 9, 2024

Not bad at all
I'm very tired so much to write seriously
Delivery took forever
What do lose do you want me to tell you?

Date of experience: September 29, 2024
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Excellent Experience
October 9, 2024

Found my used book, great price, mailed to me fast. It was well package, the book was in great condition. Will do business with Alibris again. Thank you.

Date of experience: September 29, 2024
Missouri
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Books are easy to find and there are usually many options to choose from.

Date of experience: September 29, 2024
NL
1 review
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Great
October 9, 2024

.great service and a pretty hard to find book for a good price.

Date of experience: September 29, 2024
Texas
1 review
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Just what I ordered.
October 9, 2024

Alibris has used books that can not be found anywhere else. Simple order process and the book arrives on my doorstep a few days later.

Date of experience: September 29, 2024
New York
1 review
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Amazing service
October 9, 2024

It was great I got my product at a good time the product was in good condition when I got it there was nothing wrong with it and it was cheaper than all the other online shopping services.

Date of experience: September 29, 2024
New Jersey
2 reviews
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Easy and quick
October 9, 2024
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Easy and quick. Pleasant experience! Recommended it to friends.

Date of experience: September 29, 2024

Quick and efficient
September 27, 2022
Previous review

Quick and efficient

Date of experience: September 27, 2022
Ohio
1 review
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It would be great if you would include an area for directions to an address. We live on a State Route and it doesn't show that on your form. I realize you use GPS but I still have items returned because the driver can't figure it out.

Date of experience: September 29, 2024
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Good Quality as stated
October 9, 2024

Good experience, pretty fast, though I would have liked to be given updates on where the package was and when it arrived.

Date of experience: September 29, 2024
Arizona
1 review
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Easy search and quick checkout
October 9, 2024
Updated review

Easy search and quick checkout. Can usually find the hard-to-find.

Date of experience: September 28, 2024

Smooth running web interface, and always able to find what I'm looking for

Date of experience: July 11, 2024