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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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1,033
value
12,697
shipping
12,687
quality
12,681
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Pennsylvania
1 review
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It was very easy to purchase and the seller shipped it right away

Date of experience: September 21, 2024
Kentucky
1 review
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Enormous supply to choose one, reliable description of the book, reliable description of the sellers, overall good delivery times.

Date of experience: September 21, 2024

Found exactly what I was looking for quickly!
December 5, 2023
Previous review

Found exactly what I was looking for quickly! Thanks.

Date of experience: December 5, 2023
Massachusetts
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The best place to buy books without question
October 1, 2024
Updated review

The best place to buy books without question. Where i buy books most frequently.

Date of experience: September 21, 2024

Alibris never disappoints
August 19, 2024
Previous review

As is the norm, I obtained a terrific book, at an excellent price which was received promptly.

Date of experience: August 8, 2024
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I love Alibris for the ease of choosing the best value and condition for the title I want. Have used many times.

Date of experience: September 21, 2024
Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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An easy purchase on the website.
October 1, 2024

An excellent selection of books and find what I wanted to look for.

Date of experience: September 21, 2024
Australia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Directed by a search engine trying to find a book at a cheap price

Date of experience: September 21, 2024
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I knew what I wanted, I found it, and I bought it. Created an account, then I checked out. This took less than 5 minutes. Nice experience.

Date of experience: September 21, 2024
Washington
1 review
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I always find what I am looking for at a fair price
October 1, 2024
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I always find what I am looking for at a fair price. Happy with results

Date of experience: September 21, 2024

I missed you when you were off-line there
March 8, 2024
Previous review

I missed you when you were off-line there. I like the way I can compare prices of sellers and find the cover or year I am looking for of a book.
One thing that bothers me is the shipping will say 3.49, but at check-out it is 4.99. I look at those things when I am deciding a book choice and I think this is a bit sneaky and not entirely legit

Date of experience: March 8, 2024
Australia
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Books lined on the shelf,
Pages whisper tales untold,
Joy in every find.

Date of experience: September 21, 2024
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great find!
October 1, 2024

Good service!

You're being very pushy I don't have time This is very annoying!

Date of experience: September 20, 2024
Colorado
1 review
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A reprint of Ja med Talbot Wheelers trip in Burma. Enlightening. I'm biased however. As he was the brother of Alfredo Peter kin Wheeler who was my great great gradfather. All of JT Wheelers books are good especially those covwring India and the nation's around it. This I l one is about a river jourey in Burma. The description of the people of that time and scenery is excellent. He had a great affection for the people's of the Indian subcontinent and some wry observations about the British experience there.

Date of experience: September 20, 2024
California
1 review
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When the order was "shipped", I was given a tracking number that didn't exist. I decide to be patient until days went by -- about 5 days after the latest day the order was supposed to arrive -- and I emailed them about it. The next day, there's suddenly a real tracking number and the item is on its way. In their response, they claimed that they'll "have someone look into it"; I don't think they realised that the tracking number means I can see that they did not even give the postal service my item until *after* I messaged them.

After the item's arrival, I realised it was also incomplete, missing the print book that is a part of it. They didn't even have the book at all, so I ended up getting a refund so I can buy what I actually needed. I am very grateful to Alibris for doing what they could to rectify this seller's many mistakes.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: September 20, 2024
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Fast
October 1, 2024

I ordered a textbook for my daughters class and it came so incredibly fast and it was so much cheaper than what I was finding brand new

Date of experience: September 20, 2024
Georgia
1 review
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Great deal
October 1, 2024

Purchased a book for school for about 15$ cheaper than the bookstore. It was a bit sketchy at first, only because I am used to having updated tracking the entire process.
Received the book within the expected timeframe in great condition.

Date of experience: September 20, 2024
Georgia
1 review
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So easy to order, and prices are fantastic. Will order again sometime. Will sure spread the word about Alibris.

Date of experience: September 20, 2024
Colorado
1 review
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Alibris is my go-to
October 1, 2024

I have been ordering books through Alibris for years. Books arrive in a timely manner and as described.

Date of experience: September 20, 2024
New York
1 review
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Excellent website and excite prices
October 1, 2024

Excellent website and excite prices. I will purchase from this site in the future.

Date of experience: September 20, 2024
Texas
1 review
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Fast and easy
October 1, 2024

Fast and easy. Many books available and easy to fine. Great!

Date of experience: September 20, 2024
New Jersey
1 review
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Galactic Detective
October 1, 2024

I have been waiting to read the sequel to "Sybil Sue Blue" by Rosel George Brown for like 50 years, after finally discovering that there was another SSB book. So excited!

Date of experience: September 20, 2024
California
1 review
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Very easy to order books
October 1, 2024

Very easy to order books. Not super pleased with the $4.99 shipping but easier than going to multiple bookstores to find a book.

Date of experience: September 20, 2024