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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

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301
value
303
shipping
295
returns
147
quality
307
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Australia
1 review
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Better than advertised
November 23, 2023

I was hunting for a textbook for my personal collection, and all the prices I found online were ridiculous, but the price here was actually extremely decent! The initial listing said the book was in something like "working condition", so when all the other online listings were in the $300+ range, a $20 beat-up book sounded good enough. Boy I was wrong, this book is in IMMACULATE condition! I just had to peel off some stickers and give it a delicate scrub and it looked completely new, the pages looked as if they hadn't even been touched? I live internationally so that was another concern, but it didn't even matter because shipping was a flat rate $10 for me. The shipping was decently fast, with full tracking. I'm so glad I gave this website a try, I almost thought it couldn't be real!

Date of experience: November 23, 2023
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

We do appreciate your opinion regarding doing business with us! We have taken into consideration the feedback to improve our services to keep our customers satisfied by all means. Looking forward to hearing back from you more in the future! - BooksRun Team

Kansas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Excellent
November 21, 2023

Order shipped fast and was in great condition. No complaints.

Date of experience: November 21, 2023
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

That’s so nice that you are pleased with the order received! Thanks for the review! - BooksRun Team

California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The quality of the book was less than expected. I don't have an image of the description I based my
Purchase on, but I would NOT have purchased if it had mentioned the considerable underlining (in ball
Point!) throughout the first three chapters (perhaps the owner stopped reading there?). Otherwise, it's in good shape and that may have led the grader to assume all of it was good.
The writing seems good and the story insightful, so I will actually read it in the next few days.

Upon getting this review initially (with two stars), BooksRun offered two options for relieving my disappointment. I accepted a 50% discount and have therefore modified my rating to 4 stars.

Date of experience: November 21, 2023
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for such amazing feedback, Jim! We are happy to hear that our representative was able to resolve the case in the most satisfactory manner. Hope to see you again among our happy customers! - BooksRun Team

California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great customer service!
November 21, 2023

Got my back super fast! The whole buying, searching, checkout process was super easy!

Date of experience: November 21, 2023
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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I had to rent a book for my superintendent's program. The book was in great condition. I suggest renting from Booksrun!

Date of experience: November 20, 2023
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

We are glad you’ve had a positive experience in doing business with us! - BooksRun Tea

New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Math AMC Ten
November 21, 2023

Great book for AMC ten review! Explains quite well!

Date of experience: November 20, 2023
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

We are happy to hear that you liked the item! - BooksRun Team

Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I'm happy with my purchase.
November 21, 2023

My book was as described and the shipping was fast.

Date of experience: November 20, 2023
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

We are glad you’ve had a positive experience in doing business with us! - BooksRun Team

Tennessee
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Good price, good service
November 21, 2023

Book was available, cheaper than Amazon, good condition, fast delivery

Date of experience: November 20, 2023
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

We are happy to hear that you liked the item as well as our services! - BooksRun Team

Minnesota
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy to use and up front about fee
November 20, 2023

I had an easy time navigated the sales process and received what I expected for books. The rates were pretty close to other sites and shipping was easy.

Date of experience: November 20, 2023
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

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

Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great expiriance
November 20, 2023

I ordered some books for a Christmas present., it arrived quickly and in great condition

Date of experience: November 20, 2023
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

That’s so nice that you are pleased with the order received! Thanks for the review! - BooksRun Team

Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Book was practically brand new.
November 20, 2023

Quick and efficient. The book was practically brand new.

Date of experience: November 20, 2023
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

Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Since you begged me for a review
November 20, 2023

The shipping surcharge isn't disclosed until after you confirm the trade. No other buyback company I've worked with does this. It's lame. Nickel and diming the customer will get you nowhere.

Date of experience: November 20, 2023
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

We do apologize for any issues that occurred with your order. The issue has already been addressed. Please contact us back for the resolution. - BooksRun Team

Ohio
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Be wary!
November 27, 2023
Updated review

Booksrun does not give the full amount quoted and will sneak on insurance costs so generally the quoted amount will be less than expected. They are my last choice.

Date of experience: November 20, 2023
Arthur B. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience caused. Our customer support team will investigate the matter and get back to you with the resolution. - BooksRun Team


Good prices to resell
May 15, 2023
Previous review

This site is easy to use and often gives the best prices for books. However, sometimes I do not get the full price that was quoted and their explanation is that the quality was not good on a particular book. I think it would be better if they gave me an idea of what was wrong with the book. Was it water-damaged, did it have writing? I would like to be more aware of the inherent problem of the book instead of taking their word that the book was subpar when I wasn't aware of any condition issues.

Date of experience: May 15, 2023
Georgia
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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A satisfied customer
November 20, 2023

My experience with Booksrun was great. I would use them again.

Date of experience: November 20, 2023
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

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

New Jersey
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Quick, efficient
November 20, 2023

This was a perfect transaction. The process was smooth and quick, everything I look for in online shopping.

Date of experience: November 20, 2023
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

Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Prompt delivery and book condition better than expected
November 20, 2023
Updated review

The book I ordered from BooksRun was delivered promptly and arrived well-packaged and was higher quality condition than I expected.

Date of experience: November 20, 2023
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

We are glad to hear that you are happy with the item received! - BooksRun Team


Great service
October 26, 2023
Previous review

Book was in better condition and arrived sooner than I anticipated. Packaged well. Clean cover, looked nearly new.

Date of experience: October 26, 2023
Ohio
1 review
0 helpful votes
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DISSATISFIED
November 27, 2023

THE BOOK I ORDERED WAS SUPPOSE TO HAVE A LEATHER COVER AS IT WAS LISTED, BUT I RECEIVED A HARDBACK COVER. MY ISSUE IS I PAID THE ASKING PRICE FOR THE LEATHER COVER ONEBUT DID NOT RECEIVE.

BooksRun attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: November 20, 2023
Arthur B. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience caused. Our customer support team will investigate the matter and get back to you with the resolution. - BooksRun Team

North Carolina
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Convenient and on time.
November 20, 2023

It was easy to make the purchase and the book was delivered promptly and in good shape.

Date of experience: November 20, 2023
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

We are happy to hear that you liked the item as well as our services! - BooksRun Team

Texas
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Soldiers of Misfortune
November 20, 2023

Order the book from a different seller they didn't ship and cancelled the order. Booksrun shipped the book quickly so that I would have it for my class.

Date of experience: November 20, 2023
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

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

Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Beautiful Book in Great Condition
November 20, 2023

Pleased with product and service. Book was like new. It arrived promptly.

Date of experience: November 20, 2023
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for sharing your positive experience! Already looking forward to doing business with you again! - BooksRun Team

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