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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
783
value
8,468
shipping
8,457
quality
8,452
This company responds to reviews on average within 1 day
Nevada
1 review
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Awesome
January 15, 2021
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Had exactly what I needed and for a price that was reasonable.

Date of experience: January 15, 2021

Had exactly what I needed
January 1, 2021
Previous review

Had exactly what I needed.

Date of experience: January 1, 2021
New York
1 review
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So incredibly happy to have an alternative to the mammon-greedy empire that is Amazon. So far I've been able to find everything I am looking for here on Alibris. Keep up the good work!

Date of experience: January 15, 2021
GB
1 review
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Pretty decent service, quick, easy and fast email confirmation. The shipping costs are high, but during a pandemic that's hardly unexpected.

Date of experience: January 15, 2021
New York
2 reviews
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It's so easy and fast to find the book I'm looking for.

Date of experience: January 15, 2021
Texas
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Misleading - Not Free Returns
February 14, 2021

I received my book in a flimsy plastic bag and opened it to find a large dent/tear in the hardcover. But to return a damaged item, for which the seller is at fault, the customer is responsible for return shipping. Most companies will give a free return for returns due to damage, and only charge return shipping if you've just changed your mind. When I contacted customer service about this, they said they'd give me a $3 coupon after I return to "offset" the shipping costs, which is a pathetic consolation, especially considering this experience has convinced me not to use this company again.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the Sitejabber Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: January 15, 2021
Ohio
1 review
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Shopping was easy
January 15, 2021

Shopping was easy. Delivery and condition of item yet to be seen.

Date of experience: January 15, 2021
Tennessee
1 review
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Great website, easy to see all choices and condition of books.

Date of experience: January 15, 2021
Florida
1 review
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Concerning trepidation about the security of my transaction and my information

Date of experience: January 15, 2021
Minnesota
1 review
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Tricky to find all books by same author, had to recheck google to see you had the other one, as it did not come up on search under authors name

Date of experience: January 15, 2021
Oregon
1 review
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I love that Alibris found better deals for my overall shopping experience.

Date of experience: January 14, 2021
California
1 review
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Great depth of inventory
January 14, 2021

Great depth of inventory. Enjoy shopping and browsing. Always find something fun/meaningful!

Date of experience: January 14, 2021
Pennsylvania
1 review
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I placed an order, logged off, came back with a new passcode, and the order was gone. I don't believe it. So, that's why I did not order a second book. I think your computer is not working right.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the Sitejabber Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: January 14, 2021
Virginia
1 review
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Not able to use my coupon, which every dollar adds up on college texts.

Date of experience: January 14, 2021
Washington
1 review
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Easy, fast, never have had a problem with any order

Date of experience: January 14, 2021
North Carolina
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The site is intuitive to use and makes it easy to find what yo are looking for.

Date of experience: January 14, 2021
Florida
1 review
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I was not treated respectfully as a customer expects. Alibris does not allow mistakes so if you hit buy and need to cancel within 30 sec they won't let you. I had to $50 for a purchase I did no want.

Alibris attempted to help this customer through the Sitejabber Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: January 14, 2021

EASY AND FAST, I LOOK FORWARD TO SHOPPING HERE AGAIN
December 31, 2020
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EASY AND FAST, I LOOK FORWARD TO SHOPPING HERE AGAIN.

Date of experience: December 31, 2020
Washington
1 review
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The site was easy to navigate and I was able to quickly message a seller.

Date of experience: January 14, 2021
Washington
1 review
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This was an easy experience
January 14, 2021

This was an easy experience. I hope to shop here again.

Date of experience: January 14, 2021
Kansas
1 review
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The price was fantastic
January 14, 2021

The price was fantastic. The order process was quick and easy.

Date of experience: January 14, 2021
Texas
1 review
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I found my latest trial to navigate your checkout difficult, perhaps because I am not very good with these thing. Maybe my next try will be better. I tried Amazon recently, and could not

Date of experience: January 14, 2021