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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
12,699
shipping
12,689
quality
12,683
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Arizona
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy to order, no problems. Now you are wasting my time. Be happy with what I have to say,

Date of experience: September 3, 2024
Hungary
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Well priced books in good condition
September 13, 2024

Tracking the parcel out of the USA was a problem but they did arrive just in time for the start of the academic year

Date of experience: September 3, 2024
Australia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very disappointing that I was unable to pay in Australian dollars when it was advertised in Australian dollars but I was then forced to pay in US dollars so I will be forced to pay a huge transaction fee with the bank. Not happy that I was FORCED to buy it with US DOLLARS when you advertised it in. AU$ and I was FORCED to agree that my feedback would be published or I could not buy the book! What happens to Freedom?

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: September 3, 2024
Missouri
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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I love using Alibris because it's so easy to purchase the books. I want as soon as I realize I want them!

Date of experience: September 3, 2024
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Whoa!
September 13, 2024

The book I ordered came way faster than I thought it would! It was a wonderful surprise.

Date of experience: September 2, 2024
Oklahoma
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy buy!
September 13, 2024
Updated review

Easy as pie! Easy to order, great price, fair shipping! A+, 5 star

Date of experience: September 2, 2024

I love Alilbri!
August 13, 2021
Previous review

I love Alilbri!

Date of experience: August 13, 2021
Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Good quality
September 13, 2024

Easy to use the website and cheap price and good quality of the book i received

Date of experience: September 2, 2024
Puerto Rico
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Useful book for teachers
September 13, 2024

Very nice condition, low price for a great book. Very useful for teachers

Date of experience: September 2, 2024
Australia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Hooray! Alibris found my book!
September 13, 2024

After a false start with another company that turned out to be a scam I was doubtful my book could be found and remained sceptical until it actually arrived yesterday! I'm so pleased!

Date of experience: September 2, 2024
Kentucky
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Good buying experience.
September 13, 2024

I was looking for a less popular book, and found it on Alibris.

Date of experience: September 2, 2024
Florida
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Thanks
September 13, 2024

Easy and priced well. The book I needed and a price & delivery that were good

Date of experience: September 2, 2024
Virginia
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Great value for the price
September 13, 2024

Always a pleasure to shop here. The ease of finding older books and at a great price keeps me coming back. Why buy new?

Date of experience: September 2, 2024
Washington
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Excellent site where I found the book I wanted in a minute. Other sites could not confirm that the edition I wanted was available.

Date of experience: September 2, 2024
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great company
September 13, 2024

Will purchase from them again.
If you want someone to give you a review you need take ir less difficult.

Date of experience: September 2, 2024
Washington
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Excellent service
September 13, 2024

Excellent service. Just wish I knew how to purchase multiple copies from same store in order to minimize shipping costs.

Date of experience: September 2, 2024
Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great availability
September 13, 2024

Great availability. Not owned by Amazon. Great selection.

Date of experience: September 2, 2024
Tennessee
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Was easy to navigate, nice selections
September 13, 2024

Was easy to navigate, nice selections. Found titles no other online store had in used books

Date of experience: September 2, 2024
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy
September 12, 2024
Updated review

Easy- past information provided and acceptable, providing ease of use!

Date of experience: September 2, 2024

Very easy and fast|
August 30, 2022
Previous review

Very easy and fast|

Date of experience: August 30, 2022
Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
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It was fine
September 12, 2024

It was fine. I did not like that it was difficult to switch to another seller that allowed expedited shipping at check out. I guess I will know next time to put it in the search terms. However, that is the only reason for 4 stars. My book will likely be about a week late. However, it is my favorite place to buy textbooks.

Date of experience: September 2, 2024
California
1 review
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Just OK
September 12, 2024

The book was supposed to have two CDs in it but they were missing.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: September 2, 2024