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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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The selection is as extensive as amazon, the prices as good or slightly better, and the postage definitely better. Delivery is not as fast, but if you're not in a crazy hurry for the book, that's fine. If you want to know more about the book's contents, look it up on amazon then if you still want it shift to alibris for purchase.
Wish you well! What would I do without used BOOKS?! There's nothing better than a recycled book. Thanks for having my back for over 45 years.
I have been buying my books from Alibris whenever possible, for 2 decades, (or more?) So happy to support used book sellers.
Hidden shipping fees exposed only at final tally, even with consolidations, becomes a huge financial stake. Cost equals prices for books... where's the savings?
Competitors do a much better job with their shipping fees.
I got a little confused with some of the links. I thought I was narrowing the list that was displayed for an author, but got a new genre open with other authors added.
Easy to find the books I am looking for when searching on the author.
An appallingly confusing way to use codes to save money on shipping, which these says is outrageously high and lifts the cost of books to an almost prohibitive level. I wish I'd not ordered anything.
Completly regular, just had to buy the book, didnt have to worry about delievery at all.
I was even contacted by their email before the predicted time frame ended to know if the book had already arrived, which though it did not, it did arrive 2 days later - before the predicted time-frame limit had ended.
I am glad I came across this website. I have never heard of it before. I'm looking forward to using the purchased material in my upcoming class starting this spring.
Easy to find book, able to get expedited shipping. I checked other retailers and could find the book (usually at a higher price) and without expedited shipping.
It was very easy to find the book I was looking for. I greatly appreciate that the shipping options/prices were clearly displayed with each of the books prior to the checkout process.
It was So easy to access details of the book from different sellers. Checking out was a breeze, and I got a great deal on a book I wanted 😊. Very happy 😁 Thanks Alibris!
Empire of A. I. by Karen Hao is on the NYT bestseller list and on my personal list since I first heard about it. I was pleased to find it at a reasonable price on Alabris and ordered immediately. Cannot wait to read it and figure out who Sam Altman really is.
Allbooks I was searching for were available at reasonable prices!
I didn't like that I had to type in my full credit card number. Usually I only have to put in the last 4 digits. I hope my CC number is safe!
I always look to Alibris for books in and out of print. Everything has always been a pleasure in doing business with Alibris.
Always satisfied in finding a great book in great condition at a great price. I have never been disappointed in the shopping experience.
Fun to search for possibilities. Found the site a couple weeks ago, got back to it, saved some items and made an order seamlessly.
Great product and service. Am satisfied and happy and will use again many times in the future. Much appreciated and satisfied.
I am glad that the 2nd time I placed the order you had these 2 books available, because they were written by a deceased high school classmate of mine and therefore precious but costly. These were brand new copies!
Paypal kept bouncing back, I eventually gave up and added a new credit card. Hope I don't get multiple charges. With that said, Alibris is my go-to for used books.
The new book was received in a padded envelope that did not provide enough protection and was slightly damaged. I contacted Alibris and got a form letter response. Poor customer service.
Everything was just ducky. Ducky meaning that everything went as one would normally expect it to go, considering who's in the White House now...
I came from bookfinder, following a copy that was $21. When I arrived at alibris, I was told the $21 one was sold, but there was a $5 one available. SOLD!
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