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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.

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301
value
303
shipping
295
returns
147
quality
307
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Georgia
1 review
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Book as Decribed, Great Price.
April 9, 2025

Great experience. Arrived early, great condition. This review experiene is not good, I should not have to keep adding description info to complete review.

Date of experience: March 30, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
11 months ago

We are so glad to keep you satisfied with our services! 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

Kentucky
1 review
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Arrived a bit late
April 10, 2025

Book was in good shape but arrived late. I paid for 2-6 expedited shipping. It was estimated to arrive in 4 days by the 24th but didn't arrive until 9 days later on the 29th. I should've just gone with the free 3-10 day shipping if it was going to take 9 days anyway.

Date of experience: March 29, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
12 months ago

Greetings, we do understand the frustration that such a situation may have caused. However, please note that we are always staying in touch with the carriers and our local post offices and during current circumstances, we also carefully monitor the delivery process so that we could take certain measures and/or notify our customers. It appears that due to huge amounts of incoming mail the mail carrier does not scan the packages at each location, provides updates in the tracking system with a certain delay or may simply deliver shipments without any updates in the tracking system. Please do not hesitate to contact us directly so that the required investigation of the case and further assistance can be prompt from our side. Warm regards, BooksRun Team

Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Good first experience!
April 8, 2025

Often I look for used books for my academic courses. A search for used books brought be to BooksRun, where I found a new book for nearly the same price as a used book.
My only issue is that the book I purchased has what appears to be a light gouge across the top of the pages, but that's probably from shopping and handling. Otherwise - great experience and great service.

Date of experience: February 21, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
12 months ago

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

Michigan
1 review
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Book purchase
April 8, 2025

The book came quickly and was in excellent condition

Date of experience: March 1, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
12 months ago

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

New Jersey
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I don't remember
April 7, 2025

I'm not sure what book this is for. I don't usually order from you.

Date of experience: March 28, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
12 months ago

Thanks for the feedback! Hope to see you again doing business with us! - BooksRun Team

Virginia
1 review
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Great experience
April 7, 2025

The book I purchased was shipped and delivered quickly and is in like new condition, as described. I am very pleased with my purchase and will look forward to purchasing from BooksRun in the future.

Date of experience: March 28, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
12 months ago

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

Minnesota
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Fast delivery
April 7, 2025

Order arrived as expected. Thank you for the quick delivery!

Date of experience: March 28, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
12 months ago

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

Florida
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Speedy
April 6, 2025

Ordered two books through Abebooks. Com, used books, sub search.
The process was quick and easy AND books arrived way ahead of stated arrival.
A excellent rating is warranted.

Date of experience: March 27, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
12 months ago

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

New Jersey
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Wrong Book Sent
April 6, 2025

I ordered a copy of "Great Kings War", by Roland Green and John F Carr. I received a copy of "Neuromancer", by William Gibson. Not happy.

Date of experience: February 13, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Greetings, We would like to apologize for the difficulty with your order. We do understand your frustration regarding the book and truly did not want to make the situation worse. We would be happy to assist you in resolving any arisen issue promptly and for that reason, please do not hesitate to contact us directly since cooperation is the key to success for both the buyer and the seller. Warm regards, BooksRun Team

Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Do not trust this company
April 6, 2025

I sent books to sell and they magically didn't receive the books I sent but received others that were not sent. Terrible customer service.

Date of experience: March 27, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Greetings, We are indeed sorry to find out that there were issues with the buyback order due to some reason. As an experienced and established participant at the textbooks market, we are eager to provide high quality service to our customers, and we have no interest in deceiving or holding the payment from clients. We are eager to resolve the matter and investigate any issue occurred, therefore, please do not hesitate to contact us directly in order to fix the problem as soon as possible. Warm regards, BooksRun Team

Massachusetts
1 review
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Good!
April 6, 2025

Item arrived in good condition and was as advertised. Would do repeat business.

Date of experience: March 27, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
12 months ago

We do appreciate your opinion regarding doing business with us! Looking forward to hearing back from you more in the future! - BooksRun Team

Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Book delivery good service
April 6, 2025

Book received very timely and in good condition! I appreciate the quick service.

Date of experience: March 27, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
12 months ago

Thank you for sharing your positive experience! We are doing our best to keep our services high-quality even during such times! - BooksRun Team

New York
1 review
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As stated
April 6, 2025

Book arrived in described condition in time promised.

Date of experience: March 27, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
12 months ago

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

Illinois
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Great service
April 6, 2025

Received the book quickly. Book was in great shape.

Date of experience: March 27, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
12 months ago

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

New Jersey
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Sold books
April 6, 2025

Very easy time selling books, got a check sent a few days after I sent them my book, super easy process

Date of experience: February 18, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
12 months ago

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

Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Prompt, efficient service
April 6, 2025

I was surprised at how quickly I received my order. The packaging was more than adequate, and I'll definitely use BooksRun for further book purchases.

Date of experience: March 27, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
12 months ago

We do appreciate your opinion regarding doing business with us! Looking forward to hearing back from you more in the future! - BooksRun Team

Wisconsin
1 review
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Excellent experience!
April 6, 2025

The book arrived in fine condition in user-friendly wrapping, well before the estimated delivery date. Thank you!

Date of experience: March 27, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
12 months ago

You are more than welcome! Looking forward to hearing back from you more in the future. - BooksRun Team

New York
1 review
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Easy
April 6, 2025

Simple system, all accepted books in one order. Sent and money received.

Date of experience: March 27, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
12 months ago

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

Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Book arrived on time
April 6, 2025

Book was in good condition and as described. I would use vendor again.

Date of experience: March 27, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
12 months ago

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

Virginia
1 review
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Good experience
April 6, 2025

Price was right and I had problems even finding a copy of the book.

Date of experience: March 27, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
12 months ago

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

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