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BooksRun

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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.

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301
value
303
shipping
295
returns
147
quality
307
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Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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This was the first time I used this service. I have purchased books from this site before however never sold. It was so easy. They have me the shipping label. I shipped the books and received confirmation this morning payment had been made to me. Super pleased.

Date of experience: August 3, 2020
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thanks for leaving such an excellent review regarding our services, Heidi! Hope to work with you more! - BooksRun Team

Oklahoma
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The delivery of book
August 2, 2020

The book is in good condition than I expected and it arrived faster than I thought. I was able to look for the info I needed

Date of experience: August 2, 2020
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

That's so nice to hear that you are pleased with our services! Hope to work with you again! - BooksRun Team

California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Awesome
August 2, 2020

Thank you for sending your book earlier than expected because of I needed this textbook thank you so much.

Date of experience: August 1, 2020
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

You are very welcome, Victoria! And thank you for your positive feedback! - BooksRun Team

Arizona
1 review
8 helpful votes
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Do NOT sell your textbooks to this company! They received my books, never notified me that the books arrived damaged. They sent them to USPS dead mail. One book was a brand new $200 coding book! Now I have to figure out how to retrieve my books from the post office!

Date of experience: July 29, 2020
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

We are sorry to find out that there were some issues with the order in question. Please do not hesitate to contact us back so that the right resolution or a possible way out could be offered by our representative. Best regards, BooksRun Team

North Carolina
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great
July 29, 2020

My textbook was in great condition! Worked perfectly for my short summer semesters and various classes!

Date of experience: July 29, 2020
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for sharing your experience! Also, we are happy to hear that you liked the item! - BooksRun Team

Tennessee
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Extended Delivery
July 28, 2020

The delivery time frame for this businesses books are extended and honestly embarrassing. It took me over 15 days to receive my book and when I reached out to someone at the business I was told "it's within the window." This is not true. It was actually outside the window as it took over took weeks to receive the book. I suggest avoiding this company altogether and using Chegg for book rentals. I usually use Chegg, but a friend told me about this company--big mistake. The longest I've waited with Chegg is 3 days, and that's only because I ordered the book on a Friday that instance. I did receive the book and it is in good condition. For this reason, I give two stars. This is a summer hybrid class and it's half way over.

Date of experience: July 28, 2020
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

We are sorry to find out that there were some issues with the order in question. Please do not hesitate to contact us back so that the right resolution or a possible way out could be offered by our representative. Best regards, BooksRun Team

California
2 reviews
13 helpful votes
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Scam artists
July 27, 2020

I would give zero stars if I could. These crooks will make up problems with your books and cut the buy back price by 75% for nothing. Then they will demand that you pay shipping if you decline the deal. If you dispute the price with them, they just ignore you and send you what they want anyway. They are thieves, don't send your books to them or buy from them. Not worth it.

Date of experience: July 27, 2020
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Dear Sharon, We are sorry to find out that there were issues with your order in question. Unfortunately, we cannot indeed accept the items that were received not in the required condition. However, our representative contacted you with the resolution and possible ways out. Please let us know if any other assistance is required. Regards, BooksRun Team

Maryland
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Wow
July 27, 2020

I wanted to throw out all the books. My wife said "absolutely not! Check out this site. Went to booksrun.com and was blown out of the water at how easy it was to complete the process. Money sent straight to PayPal. Wish they had this when I was a student 10 years ago.

Date of experience: July 27, 2020
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

We are so glad to keep you satisfied with our services, Josh! We make a lot of effort to work hard for you all the time and bring satisfaction with each and every order for all customers! - BooksRun Team

Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great purchase
July 24, 2020

The book was shipped in a timely manner and arrived in the same condition expected! No complaints whatsoever

Date of experience: July 24, 2020
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

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

California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great prices
July 24, 2020

Great prices with great shipping. Defiantly worth checking out. Used them to purchase a book for college.

Date of experience: July 24, 2020
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for the great review! Hope to see you among our customers in the future! -BooksRun Team

Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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It's alright
July 24, 2020

It's alright for a low price. However I didn't read carefully where it said it was only a workbook, so I thought it was the textbook... But if I'm rating the workbook, then I'd say it's ok. It has a lot of writing on it, but the questions are readable.

Date of experience: July 23, 2020
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Your feedback is greatly appreciated! Please contact us back with more details so that we could investigate. Thank you for your cooperation! - BooksRun Team

California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great shipping and book is in a good shape. All looks great on the book. Some markers but minor.
Good shipping rate, packaged well.

Date of experience: July 22, 2020
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

That's so nice to hear that you are pleased with our services. Yacob! Hope to work with you again! - BooksRun Team

California
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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My book came on time. And I thought it was rated well. I paid for a book that wasn't in good condition, and I was pleasantly surprised.

Date of experience: July 22, 2020
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for sharing your experience, Charlotte! Also, we are happy to hear that you liked the item! - BooksRun Team

Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The process was super stupid simple. I got the money I asked for in only days after I sent the books. I'll be using this service again and again!

Date of experience: July 21, 2020
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Your feedback is greatly appreciated, Cara! We are glad to provide you with good services. - BooksRun Team

Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great Service
July 17, 2020

Ordered my textbook in a rush, last-minute and it arrived right before class began! Highly recommend!

Date of experience: July 16, 2020
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for your positive feedback, Emmah! - BooksRun Team

Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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My order arrived faster than expected and in excellent condition. Thank you! I will definitely be looking at booksrun again for future purchases I may have!

Date of experience: July 16, 2020
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

That's so nice to hear that you are pleased with our services, Saundra! Hope to work with you again! - BooksRun Team

Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very good people
July 15, 2020

I love this company they deliver my book in time and have good customer service on hand! Always being there when needed. The book is in good shape for the fall I'm coming back

Date of experience: July 14, 2020
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thanks for cooperating! That's amazing to work with you as our valued customer! - BooksRun Team

Connecticut
1 review
0 helpful votes
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It took a week after my book arrived at the service for payment to be made. However, the amount paid was what I had expected. It was easy to get a quote and easy to mail the book to them at no expense to me. Would use this service again.

Date of experience: July 14, 2020
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for your support! We really appreciate it! - BooksRun Team

New York
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Chem book
July 11, 2020

Chemistry book was in excellent, like new condition and arrived super fast. Exactly what was needed for freshman chemistry. 0

Date of experience: July 11, 2020
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

We are so happy to be of help to you, Cheryl! Hope to work with you again! - BooksRun Team

California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I advice fellow parents and student to always use books run and here is why...
I have been using only booksrun for more than 3 years now and i have never had any reason to regret selling them books. Anytime i try a different buyback company i end up regretting it. Their customer service is always top notch as they handle any issues carefully.
BOOKSRUN IS NOT ONE OF THOSE BUYBACK COMPANY THAT RIP YOU OFF OR TAKE YOUR BOOKS WITHOUT PAYING YOU. TRY THEM TODAY AND I PROMISE YOU WOULD NOT REGRET IT. YOU CANT GET ANY OTHER BETTER COMPANY OTHER THAN BOOKSRUN. THEY WOULD ALWAYS KEEP TO THEIR SIDE OF THE DEAL. ITS BOOKSRUN OR NOTHING FOLKS!

Date of experience: July 10, 2020
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

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