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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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service
915
value
10,872
shipping
10,862
quality
10,856
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Arizona
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I would appreciate it if vendors gave a reduced price...
February 1, 2025
Updated review

I would appreciate it if vendors gave a reduced price when shipping from the same address.

Date of experience: January 22, 2025

Your website says there is consolidated shipping but...
April 19, 2024
Previous review

Your website says there is consolidated shipping but it isn't reflected at checkout. I would buy more books from a seller if I knew I would receive consolidated shipping.

Date of experience: April 9, 2024
North Carolina
1 review
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Perfect!
February 1, 2025
Updated review

The Bob Dylan book I ordered was shipped promptly, and packaged securely. The book was used, but in very good condition, especially at such a reasonable cost. Perfect!

Date of experience: January 22, 2025

Excellent Condition ~ Best Price
May 16, 2024
Previous review

Was searching for the CD of a favorite album I had in the 70's. All I had been able to find were either quite expensive, or "not so good" condition. This seller had a copy in beautiful condition, and at a very reasonable price!

Date of experience: May 6, 2024
Illinois
1 review
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Good performance
February 1, 2025

Very good condition. Cheap postal delivery is Slow! And I will do it again.

Date of experience: January 22, 2025
Connecticut
1 review
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Excellent all around.
February 1, 2025

Keep up the great service. Beats anyone and everyone else. Thank you

Date of experience: January 22, 2025
South Carolina
1 review
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February 1, 2025

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Date of experience: January 22, 2025
Mississippi
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Art book purchase
February 1, 2025

Very good...found book easily and checkout was painless. Thanks

Date of experience: January 22, 2025
Pennsylvania
1 review
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Good service
February 1, 2025

I ordered two of the same books. 1 came promptly in the timeframe described but the 2nd was not shipped until about a week after I recieved the 1st one. I did however get them both and they were packaged nicely.

Date of experience: January 22, 2025
Oregon
1 review
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Product experience
February 1, 2025

One of the dvds was defective. I am still waiting to see what will be done about this.

Date of experience: January 22, 2025
Oklahoma
1 review
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I am very happy with Alibris.
February 1, 2025
Updated review

Whenever I need a particular book, I start at Alibris to find it. A majority of the time, it is with Alibris.

Date of experience: January 24, 2025

Excellent service
July 15, 2024
Previous review

I have been a member for years and enjoy the great service and availability of products.

Date of experience: July 5, 2024
Michigan
1 review
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Good quality, slow delivery
February 1, 2025

The books are fine; nothing is too damaged or super beat up. However, the delivery is slow, and most books come on different days for about a week.

Date of experience: January 22, 2025
Kansas
1 review
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Birthday gift
February 1, 2025

The perfect birthday gift. It came quickly and the condition of book was just as described.

Date of experience: January 24, 2025
Nevada
1 review
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Flying fingers
January 31, 2025

I ordered a book that is out of print. It was used. It arrived in a timely manner. What else is there to say? Other than thank you of course. I would absolutely do business with this company again and most likely will. Thanks again.

Date of experience: January 21, 2025
Missouri
1 review
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Apparently the seller was in the middle of moving states with their business and I never received a proper tracking number until almost 3 weeks after ordering my purchase and being notified it shipped. I waited an additional 2 and a half weeks before it finally arrived

Date of experience: January 21, 2025
New York
1 review
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The book was in beautiful condition, and I was very happy with it. The only issue was the tracking number didn't seem to work for many days, so I wasn't sure when the book was going to be delivered.

Date of experience: January 21, 2025
Washington
1 review
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Surprising lack of value
January 31, 2025

Books ordered did not have substantial intellectual value.

Date of experience: January 21, 2025
Canada
1 review
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Math Lit
January 31, 2025

Really good, a bit pricey and a bit delayed in delivery, but yes I will order from you again as this is my 2nd time doing so.

Date of experience: January 21, 2025
Texas
1 review
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Thank you Alibris
January 31, 2025
Updated review

It's great to know there is a good option to purchase books online than through Amazon. I've been very happy with Alibris. Thank you!

Date of experience: January 21, 2025

The Solution to Life
December 23, 2024
Previous review

The first half of life was filled with many mistakes and a consistent beating my head against the wall. I think this is the story of the human experience in general. The second half of life I am learning a different way. In one sense you could call it "unlearning". I encourage everyone to search and continue to search. The answers to life are waiting for you.

Date of experience: December 13, 2024
Illinois
1 review
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Good deals
January 31, 2025

Shipping took a little long. But cheap prices. One book was a little damaged, probably just from age tho and being used

Date of experience: January 21, 2025
Illinois
1 review
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Delivered on time and in good shape
January 31, 2025

Easy to order and quick and smooth delivery. They had the book that I was searching for and it was easy to find and order.

Date of experience: December 31, 2024
Texas
1 review
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Gift certificates are easy
January 31, 2025

I ordered a gift certificate for my wife for Christmas, and she received it in a timely fashion. It was simple.

Date of experience: January 21, 2025