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BooksRun

3.8

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BooksRun Reviews Summary

The company has garnered a mixed reputation based on customer feedback. Positive aspects include prompt delivery, good product quality, and an efficient ordering process, which many customers appreciate. However, significant concerns arise regarding the handling of book conditions and return processes, with several customers alleging deceptive practices and poor customer support. Issues such as inadequate packaging and communication frustrations also surfaced. Overall, while many customers express satisfaction with their purchases, the company must address recurring complaints to enhance trust and customer experience.

This summary is generated by AI, based on text from customer reviews

service
301
value
303
shipping
295
returns
147
quality
307
This company responds to reviews on average within 8 days

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Texas
1 review
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Efficient Service
November 23, 2022

Overall efficient process and performed as expected. Appreciate that the item will be reused.

Date of experience: November 23, 2022
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for your positive review! We are pleased to have you as our customer! - BooksRun Team

California
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Pleased!
November 22, 2022

Although i am pleased, i do wish you would buy back more of the books i tried to sell. Other than that, i wouldn't change a thing.

Date of experience: November 22, 2022
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you so much for the positive review, Vanessa! - BooksRun Team

California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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DO NOT SELL
December 22, 2022

Please heed my warning. I didn't listen to the other reviews but booksrun will not give you the quote they initially tell you. They will find or do something to your books to not have to pay you. My books were untouched for 2 years and I finally decided to sell them and "somehow" water damage was on one of my books and my front page of another book was torn and had tape on it. Yes I would definitely sell back a book and put " like brand new" just for the cover to be falling off and need tap. You guys are a joke and if I wasn't a broke college student I would sue the heck out of you guys. Watch your backs because karma is real.

Date of experience: November 22, 2022
Arthur B. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Dear Jordine, Could you please contact us via email at [email protected] and state issue #BRSJ11252202 We’d love to hear more about this issue in order to assist you. - BooksRunTeam

Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Ginger
November 22, 2022

Very easy. Turnaround was quick. No complaints. I would definitely use this site again.

Date of experience: November 22, 2022
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over a year old

Thank you for your review, Sally! We really appreciate it! - BooksRun Team

Maryland
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Selling.
November 22, 2022

Very easy and straightforward to sell books to BooksRun. Always receive the price that was quoted.

Date of experience: November 22, 2022
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for sharing your experience, Lakisha! That is really nice to hear! - BooksRun Team

New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great.
November 21, 2022

My experience with booksrun had been great! It had been smooth, on time, and great service couldn't ask for better!

Date of experience: November 21, 2022
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you so much for the positive review, Mark! - BooksRun Team

Missouri
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Felt cheated
December 21, 2022

Item was downgraded without notice or proof. Felt it was done unfairly.

BooksRun attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: November 21, 2022
Arthur B. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

We do apologize for any issues that occurred with your order. The issue has already been addressed. Please check your mailbox for resolution - BooksRun Team

Alabama
1 review
0 helpful votes
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None
December 21, 2022

They lower the quoted amount quite often……………………………

BooksRun attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: November 21, 2022
Arthur B. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Dear Debbie, Could you please contact us via email at [email protected] and state issue #BRSJ11252201 We’d love to hear more about this issue in order to assist you. - BooksRunTeam

South Carolina
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Cleaning out books
November 21, 2022

I have had nothing but good experiences with BooksRun. I have used them repeatedly and will continue to do so.

Date of experience: November 21, 2022
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thanks for sharing your opinion with us! We are happy to provide you with good services! - BooksRun Team

Curacao
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Amazing service!
November 22, 2022

I was able to get a book at a reasonable rate and very quickly! Thank you for offering this service to students!

Date of experience: November 21, 2022
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for sharing your experience, Jeni! That is really nice to hear! - BooksRun Team

Idaho
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Booksrun makes it so easy!
November 21, 2022

I love the option of being able to return my books for cash. I have found so many of my textbooks are redundant yet I needed them for a few months. I love how this feels better to let someone else benefit from them too.

Date of experience: November 21, 2022
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thanks for sharing your opinion with us! We are happy to provide you with good services! - BooksRun Team

New York
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Books Run is great
November 20, 2022

Excellent experiences with Books Run. Prompt and very fair prices, always dependable.

Date of experience: November 20, 2022
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for sharing your experience with us, Jeanne! - BooksRun Team

California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Honest & reliable
November 20, 2022

As usual, honest and fair treatment, paid the correct amount, in a timely manner. One of the best book buyback companies out there.

Date of experience: November 20, 2022
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for your positive review! We are pleased to have you as our customer! - BooksRun Team

Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great!
November 19, 2022

This was my first time selling back my textbooks and it went so smoothly!

Date of experience: November 19, 2022
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for your positive review, Jennifer! We are glad you liked our services. - BooksRun Team

Hong Kong
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Good used book dealer
November 19, 2022

Efficient, easy, fair prices, quick reimbursement.

Date of experience: November 18, 2022
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for sharing your experience, Lisa! That is really nice to hear! - BooksRun Team

Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Quick pay for boots sold
November 19, 2022

Great experience selling books to them several times

Date of experience: November 18, 2022
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

We are happy to hear you liked our services! Hope to do more business with you in the future! - BooksRun Team

Oregon
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Always fast payment
November 19, 2022

I have sold books to this company many times. They pay quickly

Date of experience: November 18, 2022
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

We are so glad to hear that! Already looking forward to doing business with you again! - BooksRun Team

Missouri
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
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Happy customer
November 18, 2022

I sell books back and receive my payment quickly. I've had several great buyback experiences and would highly recommend them!

Date of experience: November 18, 2022
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for your positive review, Carrie! We are glad you liked our services. - BooksRun Team

Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Simple to use and quick cash return!
November 18, 2022

I've used BooksRun twice now to sell some of my books. I truly appreciate how simple it is to scan your books, receive a shipping label, and send the books in their way. I never have to wait long for the payment and have never had any issues getting the amount I was quoted for!

Date of experience: November 18, 2022
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

We would like to express our gratitude for such a review! Hope to see you more among our customers in the future! - BooksRun Team

California
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Book Seller
November 18, 2022

I have sold a number of books through your service and I am very happy with the service. Thank you.

Date of experience: November 18, 2022
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for your amazing review! We are doing our best to keep our customers happy! - BooksRun Team

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