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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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915
value
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shipping
10,862
quality
10,856
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South Carolina
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Easy to maneuver website
September 18, 2024

Easy to maneuver website. Great price. I found a hard to find product so I will definitely be visiting again.

Date of experience: September 8, 2024
Ohio
1 review
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Price are great love all the options and every time I find what I'm looking for

Date of experience: September 8, 2024
Texas
1 review
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I would like to know the total tax before giving my credit card information.

Date of experience: September 8, 2024
Maine
1 review
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So far, so good!
September 18, 2024

So far, so good! I was excited to find this good that I thought was out of print.

Date of experience: September 8, 2024
New York
1 review
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Satisfaction
September 18, 2024
Updated review

I've been buying books with Alibris for several years and I have had good experience. The books are as described and come in the condition stated. Sometimes deliveries are a bit slow, but I don't find this a problem, since I,m always reading and always have books by my bedside,

Date of experience: September 8, 2024

Always a good and easy experience!
October 15, 2021
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Always a good and easy experience!

Date of experience: October 15, 2021
Vermont
1 review
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Cool cool
September 18, 2024

Easy, reliable, never had had any trouble with an order. Good prices

Date of experience: September 8, 2024
Georgia
1 review
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I never go straight to Amazon anymore!
September 18, 2024
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I never go straight to Amazon anymore! Such a great site! Thanks

Date of experience: September 8, 2024

Always a pleasure!
March 23, 2024
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Always a pleasure!

Date of experience: March 13, 2024
Maine
1 review
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Had some problems with searches timing out
September 18, 2024
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Had some problems with searches timing out. Otherwise alibris.com great as always!

Date of experience: September 8, 2024

I have loved Alibris since your inception in the late 90s IIRC

Date of experience: June 16, 2024
Maryland
1 review
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Works for me
September 17, 2024
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Works for me. Good prices. Often better than others. It's a service that works well for book buying.

Date of experience: September 7, 2024

I really like the prices I found here today
September 5, 2022
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I really like the prices I found here today.

Date of experience: September 5, 2022
Texas
1 review
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Very easy checkout process and it was securely purchased using Paypal. Love that y'all don't charge an arm and a leg for these college course textbooks. It's not cheap to be in school so THANK YOU for being an affordable option! Plus, I own it!

Date of experience: September 7, 2024
Minnesota
2 reviews
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All information needed is quickly and clearly presented
September 17, 2024
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- All information needed is quickly and clearly presented
- checkout procedure is quick and easy

Date of experience: September 7, 2024

For a not very computer
April 12, 2023
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For a not very computer- proficient person like me, online system is easy to access and navigate.

Date of experience: April 12, 2023
Maryland
1 review
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Hard to find box to put coupons in
September 17, 2024

Hard to find box to put coupons in. Coupons should be worth more.

Date of experience: September 7, 2024
Pennsylvania
1 review
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Book arrived in great condition and just as advertised.
September 17, 2024
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Very efficient and hassle free. The acknowledgment of the receipt of my order was promptly acknowledged.

Date of experience: September 7, 2024

Effective and easy
March 6, 2021
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Effective and easy

Date of experience: March 6, 2021
New Jersey
1 review
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I have shopped here for several years and always receive books that are in excellent condition, even though they're listed as good

Date of experience: September 7, 2024
Washington
1 review
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GREAT!
September 17, 2024

GREAT! I was hoping to find this book, but was unable to afford it so I was very happy to find it on your site at a reasonable price.

Date of experience: September 7, 2024
California
1 review
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I always enjoy Alibris, from which I have purchased...
September 17, 2024
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I always enjoy Alibris, from which I have purchased many books.

Date of experience: September 7, 2024

I always prefer to buy from Alibris rather than from any other competitors.

Date of experience: April 28, 2024
Nebraska
1 review
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A positive experience...
September 17, 2024
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I enjoy the low-priced book selection available on Alibris. The shipping costs are a bit high.

Date of experience: September 7, 2024

Groovy!
June 22, 2024
Previous review

Groovy! I use alibris regularly as I refuse to shop at an amazon affiliated store. If I find out it is or has become affiliated with amazon, I would not buy from alibris again

Date of experience: June 12, 2024
California
1 review
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Very easy
September 17, 2024

Very easy. Information was clear. Presented many options to choose from.

Date of experience: September 7, 2024
Massachusetts
1 review
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Site is easy to use
September 17, 2024

Site is easy to use. Extensive choice of items.
Typical of prior use of Alibris.

Date of experience: September 7, 2024
Utah
2 reviews
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Each checking out process
September 17, 2024

Each checking out process. That plus having a great price on a text book made it a positive experience.

Date of experience: September 7, 2024