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alibris.com
Founded in 1998
Berkeley, CA, United States
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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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service
981
value
11,787
shipping
11,777
quality
11,771
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Website is really easy to read, no ads, nothing to slow down any page. Fast loading pages and no distractions are really key to staying focused to look up books.

Date of experience: February 8, 2026
Florida
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My annual purchase of used books is in the $1000's.

Alibris isn't competitive due to shipping costs. Even when 2 items are bought from the same store, the shipping cost is the same. That lowers incentive.

Find a way to streamline and lower shipping costs.

Date of experience: February 8, 2026
Minnesota
1 review
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Great selections, website easy to navigate
February 18, 2026
Updated review

Great selections, website easy to navigate. Only issue I have is being nagged to keep writing s lengthy review here. Otherwise, terrific.

Date of experience: February 8, 2026

Love, love, love the selections
December 4, 2025
Previous review

Love, love, love the selections. Alibris also carries documents and research.

Date of experience: November 24, 2025
California
1 review
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10/10 service
February 18, 2026
Updated review

The shipping time is fast and prices are great, especially for CD's. The website could get an update but the quality and ease of use makes up for it!

Date of experience: February 6, 2026

Everything has been shipped fast, mostly high quality,...
February 7, 2026
Previous review

Everything has been shipped fast, mostly high quality, and there are great prices for CD's

Date of experience: January 28, 2026
Maryland
1 review
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Pleasef with book selection.
February 18, 2026

I found an old book that I was looking for. It was a used book but it.was in goor condition it looked almost new, Also the price was good so I was pleased.

Date of experience: February 8, 2026
New Mexico
1 review
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Great Company with the best selections
February 17, 2026
Updated review

Great Company with the best selections. Having different shipping and billing addresses is a challenge with this website. I wish it were clearer and easier.

Date of experience: February 7, 2026

Beautiful Book
June 10, 2025
Previous review

A Rare Find thanks to Alibris. I've been looking for this book for years all for the very last piece where he gives advice to a young writer..

Date of experience: May 31, 2025
Louisiana
1 review
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Alibris Is My Go-To for Used Books
February 17, 2026

I ordered a book from Alibris because I've always had good experiences with Alibris in terms of price and product quality. Alibris came through for me again.

Date of experience: February 7, 2026
Arizona
1 review
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Wonderful selections on older books
February 17, 2026

Wonderful selections on older books - author I love. Found a book exact match book for friend. (Would love to understand consolidating shipping -- on low cost used books).

Date of experience: February 7, 2026
Maine
1 review
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A nice "Mother the Mountain" book.
February 17, 2026

The book was rated fair and what I received was, to my eye, very good. It arrived quickly and I am still a happy customer. Thank you all involved.

Date of experience: February 7, 2026
France
1 review
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Easy, clear, multiple choices
February 17, 2026
Updated review

Easy, clear, multiple choices. Great for old people gifting others books without going to the shops as well as the post office.

Date of experience: February 7, 2026

Just what I was hoping to get a copy if to read.
October 16, 2025
Previous review

Seem less purchase at a distance.

Date of experience: October 6, 2025
Colorado
1 review
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Quick and Very Affordable Books!
February 17, 2026

I found a used book from Alibri that wasn't on any large retail sites and it was so affordable and was delivered to me within a week. Highly recommend

Date of experience: February 7, 2026
Montana
1 review
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February 16, 2026

This buisness allowed me to purchase a textbook for way less than I would have through other Comapanines. It also allowed me to find an edition of a book that was out of stock/harder to find in most cases. I appreciated the fact that ther were considerate abour the cost. I wish that the button for choosing shipping options was made clearer. I felt that I was not given the opportunity to choose for myself. I was not provided with a clear estimate of arrival, and there was no tracking number provided. I and to click 2-3 other links to find the wheabouta of my package through another site.

Date of experience: February 7, 2026
Pennsylvania
1 review
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Found site a bit cumbersome and oddly difficult to navigate. However, that said, I will remain an occasional user based on multiple offers of availability and conditions.

Date of experience: February 6, 2026
Pennsylvania
1 review
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It would be nice if there was a way to list 2-3 books and see if any bookseller has all of them in stock, to save on combined shipping.

Date of experience: February 6, 2026
New Mexico
1 review
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Overall quite satisfied
February 16, 2026

I was looking for a CD that was older and others were asking an exorbitant price for a used copy. I found a CD at Alibris that that was in very good condition for a reasonable price. I have not had time to listen to it yet but I am hopeful it will be great!

Date of experience: February 6, 2026
Massachusetts
1 review
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I was surprised by the shipping cost and I would've appreciated a reminder to try to find multiple books at sold by the same vendor to possibly save on shipping

Date of experience: February 6, 2026
Oregon
1 review
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My mistake but caring customer service.
February 15, 2026
Updated review

I made a mistake on the payment program and the books went to my granddaughters address, then she sent it along to me. But the customer service was very nice and tried to help.
I like the books and now I know how manage my address so I will be order more books from Alibris soon.

Date of experience: February 5, 2026

It's nice to be able to receive a book from a place...
January 25, 2026
Previous review

It's nice to be able to receive a book from a place within a few miles of my home.

Date of experience: January 15, 2026
Georgia
1 review
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Very glad you had a hard to find book
February 15, 2026

Very glad you had a hard to find book. I found your shipping slightly higher than other sites, the prices were similar to other sites, but because you had the book I couldn't find anywhere else I went with your site.

Date of experience: February 5, 2026
California
1 review
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Extra effort to find two books at the same time from same seller but no break on shipping charges which could easily be combined?

Date of experience: February 5, 2026
Arizona
1 review
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Always have great luck and service finding books at Alibris. Very happy with arrival times also... prompt shipping from sellers!

Date of experience: February 5, 2026