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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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value
8,752
shipping
8,742
quality
8,736
This company responds to reviews on average within 1 day
Nebraska
1 review
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Really easy
May 15, 2023

Really easy. Almost too easy... hoping the VISA part of the transaction is secure.

Date of experience: May 15, 2023
Nevada
3 reviews
17 helpful votes
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No problem
May 15, 2023

No problem. Found the books I wanted. Ordered 'em and they're on the way.

Date of experience: May 15, 2023
Australia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Simple and easy to complete, like that I do not have to raise a account to complete the order

Date of experience: May 15, 2023
Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I tried using the MAY coupon via my cell phone but couldn't see where to apply it so I got my laptop out to finish the transaction.

Date of experience: May 15, 2023

Site very slow to respond
April 29, 2022
Previous review

Site very slow to respond. Advertising email said free shipping. I'm being charged shipping.

Date of experience: March 30, 2022
Utah
1 review
0 helpful votes
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It's so great to have one site to search for out-of-print books!

Date of experience: May 15, 2023
Switzerland
1 review
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The page is very convenient to browse. I also like that you offer different payment methods.

Date of experience: May 15, 2023
Indiana
1 review
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Quick and easy and found exactly what I was searching for.

Date of experience: May 15, 2023
New York
1 review
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Had a little technical problem and Customer service was quick to respond and all was taken care of immediately. Have been ordering from Alibris for a while now. No complaints! A+++

Date of experience: May 15, 2023

You sent me a code for $5.00 off if I signed up for...
February 11, 2023
Previous review

You sent me a code for $5.00 off if I signed up for text messages, which I did. However when checking out there was no where to enter the code! Therefore the code was useless. Very frustrating and misleading. Please remove me from the text alerts and am considering closing my account. That was underhanded and sneaky.

Date of experience: January 11, 2023
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Thank you for having this old but interesting book

Date of experience: May 15, 2023
Ohio
1 review
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Locating the item was easy, check-out was easy and efficient.

Date of experience: May 15, 2023
Missouri
1 review
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I feel you are honest about the condition of the used books.

Date of experience: May 14, 2023
New York
1 review
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I'm so glad you offer a guest option when purchasing
May 14, 2023
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I'm so glad you offer a guest option when purchasing.

Date of experience: May 14, 2023

Simple and easy process!
October 11, 2022
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Simple and easy process!

Date of experience: October 11, 2022
Indiana
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Always easy to search on Alibris. Always find what I need.

Date of experience: May 14, 2023
Texas
1 review
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Once I was able to remember my password, the payment for my order and checkout after shopping could not have been easier. Thank you. Tommy Richardson

Date of experience: May 14, 2023

My experience has been commendably efficient and free...
April 18, 2022
Previous review

My experience has been commendably efficient and free of difficulties.

Date of experience: April 18, 2022

I was formerly a regular customer of Alibris, although...
January 8, 2022
Previous review

I was formerly a regular customer of Alibris, although it has been so time since I last purchased anything from you. The service today was exemplary in its efficiency and ease of use, even for me. Thank you, Tommy Richardson

Date of experience: January 8, 2022
Texas
1 review
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I like your prices and the availability of titles!

Date of experience: May 14, 2023
GB
1 review
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My shopping experience with Alibri is absolutely brilliant! Such clarity and efficiency. So happy to have discovered them. Thanks from the UK

Date of experience: May 14, 2023

What a relief
May 14, 2023
Previous review

What a relief. Much easier & more straightforward than other frustrating and confusing online websites. And this site gave me what I wanted as well. Thanks from the U.K.

Date of experience: May 14, 2023
GB
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Shipping charges need to be stated more clearly and accurately before payment is taken.

Date of experience: May 14, 2023
California
1 review
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I ordered because you guys sent email saying mothers day coupon there was nooooo place to write in coupon code anywhere i looked you guess are shisters but hey america is that kinda place!

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the Sitejabber Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: May 14, 2023
Arizona
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Difficult to find the specific edition I am looking for when there are lots of sellers of the same titled book.

Date of experience: May 14, 2023
New York
1 review
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The site said that the credit card I wanted to use has expired, but it hasn't, so I had to put in a different one.

Date of experience: May 14, 2023