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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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Alabama
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Prices are great and the books I have ordered through the years are always in good condition. Thank you

Date of experience: August 23, 2024
New Jersey
1 review
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Great as always
September 2, 2024

Smooth transaction, book as described. What more can one ask for?

Date of experience: August 23, 2024
California
1 review
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Satisfied -
September 2, 2024
Updated review

It was easy to find what I was looking for, place my order and receive the book in a few days. Thanks

Date of experience: August 23, 2024

Alibris is my go to online resource for books
April 14, 2024
Previous review

Alibris is my go to online resource for books

Date of experience: April 4, 2024
Oklahoma
1 review
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Description not clear
September 2, 2024

The description did not give a clear description of the condition of the book.

Date of experience: August 23, 2024
New York
1 review
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Alibris should track what it shops out rather than emailing customers to see if a particular book was received.

Date of experience: August 23, 2024
Georgia
1 review
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Very straight forward search and selection process for school materials.

Date of experience: August 23, 2024
Michigan
3 reviews
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Perfect Business and Transaction
September 2, 2024

This was my first shopping experience with Alibris. It was perfect. I received my order in a very timely manner, the item was in perfect condition and my correspondence with Alibris was professional and very courteous. I wouldn't hesitate to shop with Alibris again and would absolutely recommend to anyone.

Date of experience: August 23, 2024
New York
1 review
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Searching books is simple and in most cases, I am able to find what I am seeking.

Date of experience: August 23, 2024
Minnesota
1 review
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Breathing under water
September 2, 2024

Good experience, timely receipt and good price book in great condition

Date of experience: August 23, 2024
North Carolina
1 review
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BE HEALED
September 2, 2024

Simple process, easy to order.

I was very happy to receive a used book in such good condition.

Date of experience: August 23, 2024
Michigan
1 review
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Customer for years
September 2, 2024
Updated review

I started using Alibris years ago, looking for a specific, no longer in print, textbook, and I found it!
Since then I come here for gifts for others and myself, more textbooks, out of print books.
I will shop here as long as Alibris exists!

Date of experience: August 23, 2024

I love this website
December 19, 2022
Previous review

I love this website. I've been using this resource for years.

Date of experience: December 19, 2022
Texas
1 review
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Good service
September 2, 2024

Easy & quick transaction. Found what i was looking for easily

Date of experience: August 23, 2024
Texas
2 reviews
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Overall very good experience.
September 2, 2024

I was pleasantly surprised by the quality/condition of the books. I thought they were in better condition than described.

Date of experience: August 23, 2024
New York
1 review
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Obviously, I'm not current with shipping charges; however, the purchase is worth it.

Date of experience: August 23, 2024
California
1 review
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Your Questionaire Sucks!
September 2, 2024

Why do I need to type crap in in order to tell you I received the book!

Date of experience: August 23, 2024
Mississippi
1 review
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Satisfied
September 2, 2024

Easy order, good response, well packaged. Received in good condition.

Date of experience: August 23, 2024
Ohio
1 review
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Quick
September 2, 2024

My books came so very fast and were very cheap. The only issues were that these books do not come new, almost all of mine had writing in them and one of mine had a severely damaged spine. Other than that though, it was a nice process.

Date of experience: August 23, 2024
France
1 review
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No default
September 2, 2024

Receipt in delay announced
The book is like described
Very good service

Date of experience: August 23, 2024
Cyprus
1 review
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Happy customer
September 2, 2024

As a first time customer living on the other side of the globe I am very pleased with the (used) book I received, the speed of the delivery (less than four weeks) and the quality of the customer service (thanks *******@ThriftBooks)

Date of experience: August 23, 2024
North Carolina
1 review
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Used book
September 2, 2024

No markings anywhere in the book. The front cover was bent a little.

Date of experience: August 23, 2024