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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
11,250
shipping
11,240
quality
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For some reason, i had to enter CC info twice. Site advised me to update my shipping method, but i saw no option to do so. Site also deleted contents of shopping cart when i logged in, so i had to order everything again. I also saw no option to delete my CC info from your system after using it - this makes me a bit nervous. Is there any way to do so?

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Date of experience: August 16, 2022
Florida
1 review
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I am always so grateful to find the out of print books I need. Always good service and good materials

Date of experience: August 16, 2022
Arizona
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I have bought several books through Albris, they have all arrived quicky, in good shape & no spam emails.

Date of experience: August 16, 2022
Idaho
1 review
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Easy to find and always amazed by the selection and...
August 16, 2022
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Easy to find and always amazed by the selection and availability of books.

Date of experience: August 16, 2022

Very easy to navigate the selection of books that are...
August 14, 2021
Previous review

Very easy to navigate the selection of books that are available and that I like to read.

Date of experience: August 14, 2021
Puerto Rico
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The variety of books is incredible
August 16, 2022

The variety of books is incredible. Writing the adress while cheacking out was a complicated process.

Date of experience: August 16, 2022
Alabama
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I just gave up on ordering tickets through "Fever" because the ordering process was too difficult. It is nice to find a web site that makes it easy to order books. Thank you!

Date of experience: August 16, 2022
Louisiana
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I love alibris!
August 16, 2022

I love alibris! The only issue is that if I was buying multiple books I wish the shipping wouldn't be as high as it is as it sometimes makes up the difference buying the book new!

Date of experience: August 16, 2022
Utah
1 review
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Alibris had the books I was looking for. The price was acceptable. Based on previous experience with Alibris, I anticipate that the quality will be as noted in the description. I've always had good experience with Alibris.

Date of experience: August 16, 2022
Oklahoma
2 reviews
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Easy to find what I was looking for and easy to pay and ship.

Date of experience: August 16, 2022
Maryland
2 reviews
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I have been using alibris for years, and I love this website. I have never been disappointed.

Date of experience: August 16, 2022
Texas
2 reviews
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I was very happy to find this book, it was fast and easy to purchase.

Date of experience: August 16, 2022
Qatar
1 review
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The process to this point of the transaction has been easy to complete.

Date of experience: August 15, 2022
Michigan
1 review
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I was happy to know there were multiple copies I could...
August 15, 2022
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I was happy to know there were multiple copies I could access from one seller.

Date of experience: August 15, 2022

This is a quick and easy website to use!
February 1, 2021
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This is a quick and easy website to use!

Date of experience: February 1, 2021
Florida
1 review
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Convenient
August 15, 2022
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Convenient. Have ordered from Alibris and would likely order again if I search for a book in their inventory.

Date of experience: August 15, 2022

Have purchased from you previously
August 12, 2022
Previous review

Have purchased from you previously. Appreciated the products and timely delivery. Am ordering again because of these.

Date of experience: August 12, 2022

Found the book quickly; check out was smooth and convenient
December 10, 2021
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Found the book quickly; check out was smooth and convenient.

Date of experience: December 10, 2021
Louisiana
1 review
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Easy to use website
August 15, 2022

Easy to use website. I found the book I was looking for in the price range I had hoped for.

Date of experience: August 15, 2022
Ohio
1 review
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Love using this website
August 15, 2022

Love using this website. It's by far the easiest used book site out there.

Date of experience: August 15, 2022
Massachusetts
1 review
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Spent a half hour to update my shipping and billing addresses

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Date of experience: August 15, 2022
Maryland
1 review
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Easy login, easy order
August 15, 2022

Easy login, easy order. Good price despite shipping

Date of experience: August 15, 2022
North Carolina
1 review
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When I tried to save money using the Alibris saving option which switched vendors I actually had to pay more money because the shipping price on the vendor that was chosen by you was more. I doubt I will use that option again!

Date of experience: August 15, 2022
Idaho
1 review
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I love that I can find the books I want at a very good...
August 15, 2022
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I love that I can find the books I want at a very good price!

Date of experience: August 15, 2022

Love that I can find anything I want
April 17, 2021
Previous review

Love that I can find anything I want

Date of experience: April 17, 2021