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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
10,958
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10,948
quality
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Easy to follow prompts and forms.
It actually works, as some online shopping sites really don't.

Date of experience: May 19, 2022
Georgia
1 review
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Good selection of the title I was looking for, in various conditions.

Date of experience: May 19, 2022
New York
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I'd like to see it explicitly stated that my credit card will not be kept on file.

Date of experience: May 19, 2022

When I typed in the title of the book I wanted, it...
December 16, 2021
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When I typed in the title of the book I wanted, it did not come up. However, when I typed in the author's name, many copies came up.

Date of experience: November 16, 2021
Maryland
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Even after 10 years my account was active and ready to use

Date of experience: May 19, 2022
Florida
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Always find what I'm looking for. Quick and easy procedure.

Date of experience: May 19, 2022
New York
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Awesome, I was unable to locate this Dvd anywhere else

Date of experience: May 18, 2022
Texas
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I don't understand how 8.25% tax on a $. 99 order could be $. 45.

Date of experience: May 18, 2022
Wisconsin
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I can always find the books I'm looking for and the books are always good quality

Date of experience: May 18, 2022
Ohio
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The website should be updated because it's very hard to understand the book listings initially

Date of experience: May 18, 2022
Texas
2 reviews
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I have gotten several books from this website and they've all been great.

Date of experience: May 18, 2022
New York
1 review
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Have always had good experiences ordering from Alibris

Date of experience: May 18, 2022
Idaho
1 review
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I am thrilled to have found Alibris!
May 18, 2022
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I am thrilled to have found Alibris! Great selection of books and extremely easy to work with.

Date of experience: May 18, 2022

I am so happy to have discovered Alibris!
April 25, 2022
Previous review

I am so happy to have discovered Alibris! It is exactly what a book site should be. I never fail to find a book I want, at a price that's more than fair.

Date of experience: April 25, 2022

Found every book I have been wanting to read at a very...
February 28, 2022
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Found every book I have been wanting to read at a very reasonable price.

Date of experience: February 28, 2022
Alabama
2 reviews
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Why do you require a credit card code when every card is coded by its beginning numeral. Probably the ONLY site that still makes that errror.

Date of experience: May 18, 2022
Texas
2 reviews
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Quick and easy
May 18, 2022

Quick and easy. No problem finding the CD's I was looking for.

Date of experience: May 18, 2022
Florida
5 reviews
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This review is based on buying the book since I didn't receive it but have had positive results with Alibris in the past. It was so easy to find the book I wanted and to order it. Thank you, Alibris.

Date of experience: May 18, 2022

Easy and very reasonable price which is even more appreciated during this time of exploitative price increases.

Date of experience: February 16, 2022

Easy to find the book and order
September 8, 2021
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Easy to find the book and order

Date of experience: September 8, 2021
Wyoming
1 review
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The ordering went well, but will need to see what I get.

Date of experience: May 18, 2022
Mississippi
1 review
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Found what I needed at a good price. Hope it ships quickly.

Date of experience: May 18, 2022
Alaska
1 review
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It was easy to shop, but I do have a concern with the shipping times. I need this for a class next week. I realize this is short notice, but I just found out about the need for the book and the instructor is providing the first day's reading assignment. My concern is that shipping time is stated as 3-30 days! That's a large span. I hope the book will be shipped asap. Thank you.

Date of experience: May 18, 2022
Texas
1 review
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After placing an item in my cart I was prompted to change my password; when I did, the selected item was gone and a copy at more than twice its price was available.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the Sitejabber Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: May 18, 2022
California
1 review
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I have ordered from you, once before... and it was a good experience..

Date of experience: May 18, 2022