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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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920
value
10,946
shipping
10,936
quality
10,930
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I'm ecstatic that I found the item I was looking for, for a reasonable price! Hoping the description is correct!

Date of experience: May 14, 2022
California
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Have purchased books from Alibris for years
May 14, 2022
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Have purchased books from Alibris for years. Always great prices & service!

Date of experience: May 14, 2022

Fantastic!
June 12, 2021
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Fantastic!

Date of experience: June 12, 2021
Texas
1 review
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It's nice to have a place to get discounted book from all different places. I just hate paying shipping on each individual book, but I get why I have to do so... I wish there were pictures of the contents page of each book so I'd know what information the book specifically covers.

Date of experience: May 14, 2022
Georgia
1 review
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Purchased many books with never the slightest problem or disappointment!

Date of experience: May 14, 2022

Terrific experience with alibris over many years
February 1, 2022
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Terrific experience with alibris over many years.

Date of experience: February 1, 2022

I've probably bought 25 books on Alibris and have found the vendor's rating consistent with my experience.

Date of experience: May 26, 2021
Canada
1 review
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Smooth transaction, international shipping cost is decent.

Date of experience: May 14, 2022
Louisiana
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Found some excellent deals on hardcover copies of some of my favorite authors.

Date of experience: May 14, 2022
New York
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The books were a bargain, the shipping not so much!

Date of experience: May 14, 2022
New York
1 review
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Depending on the conditions of the books when received, I may purchase from this site again.

Date of experience: May 14, 2022
California
1 review
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Always nice to have quick access to rare out of print books.

Date of experience: May 14, 2022

Excellent source for out of print books
April 22, 2021
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Excellent source for out of print books

Date of experience: April 22, 2021
California
1 review
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First time on Alibris and found the book I was looking for

Date of experience: May 14, 2022
Indiana
1 review
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Complete failure in account billing/password correction. Totally locked out!

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the Sitejabber Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: May 14, 2022
Pennsylvania
2 reviews
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Didn't find exactly what I wanted but pretty close.

Date of experience: May 14, 2022
Mississippi
1 review
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Good
May 14, 2022

Good. Always prompt and satisfactory. Will order again.

Date of experience: May 14, 2022
Florida
1 review
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This has been a pleasant shopping experience thus far.

Date of experience: May 14, 2022
Michigan
1 review
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When I left the order screen to check a review of Alibris, I lost access to my order on my Android. When I started over, it did find my order, but it should have remained visible.

Date of experience: May 14, 2022
Massachusetts
1 review
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Hard to easily find books in a series, but great prices

Date of experience: May 14, 2022
Washington
2 reviews
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I love Alibris but the new verification is a pain. Other than that I would give it five stars.

Date of experience: May 13, 2022
Puerto Rico
1 review
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Just perfect!
May 13, 2022

Just perfect! Always recommended! I save money every year buying books from Alibris!

Date of experience: May 13, 2022
Illinois
1 review
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I appreciate you allowing me to make a purchase without signing up for an account and having to come up with a password. That's why you are getting my business. I checked out of another more famous site because they insisted I establish an account and password before ordering. Thank you.

Date of experience: May 13, 2022
Florida
1 review
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The shopping cart seems to disappear if you need to change the password.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the Sitejabber Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: May 13, 2022