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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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value
10,919
shipping
10,909
quality
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California
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Great
August 18, 2024

It was cheap and came quite quickly. The product was in great shape too.

Date of experience: August 8, 2024
Massachusetts
1 review
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It was very easy to use, find what I was looking for and easy to order.

Date of experience: August 8, 2024
Texas
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I've been buying through the site for years and no...
August 18, 2024
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I've been buying through the site for years and no disappointments at all.

Date of experience: August 8, 2024

I have been buying books from Alibris for some years...
October 4, 2021
Previous review

I have been buying books from Alibris for some years and I have but one complaint; at times there will be a two volume work that the listing does not indicate only one of the volumes is being sold.

Date of experience: October 4, 2021
Texas
2 reviews
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Shipping fee of $4.99 is high, but given the book only cost $0.99, I guess I don't have much basis for complaining.

Date of experience: August 8, 2024
Colorado
1 review
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My favorite source for books
August 18, 2024
Updated review

I love Alibris choices for my book club books. However, sometimes there's confusion when an order is cancelled and I need to re order. I understand this though and accept the possibility that my book has been "sold" to someone else in the "blink" of an eye. I wish I could save on shipping costs by getting several books from the same seller, but even when "maximized" it doesn't save me any costs. I do love the convenience of having my books shipped to my doorstep.

Date of experience: August 8, 2024

Wish it was easier to take advantage of free shipping
July 1, 2022
Previous review

Wish it was easier to take advantage of free shipping. Not sure how I could have used the $15 off/sale promo I got in an email

Date of experience: July 1, 2022
New York
1 review
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I love Alisbris!
August 18, 2024
Updated review

The site makes buying books affordable and ethical! I feel better knowing my purchases are better for the environment and I'm purchasing locally at second-hand book shops across America!

Date of experience: August 8, 2024

Wonderful site with many book options, including hidden gems!

Date of experience: June 16, 2021
New Jersey
1 review
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Quick, easy and affordable
August 18, 2024

Quick, easy and affordable. Found exactly what I was looking for in seconds.

Date of experience: August 8, 2024
Oregon
2 reviews
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I am buying a book online
August 18, 2024

I am buying a book online. You have the particular book I want to buy in order to study with my study group.

Date of experience: August 8, 2024
Kentucky
1 review
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Very useful company
August 18, 2024
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Efficient and accurate with reasonable price and delivery time.

Date of experience: August 8, 2024

I was promised a discount coupon upon signin up for...
July 28, 2024
Previous review

I was promised a discount coupon upon signin up for email alerts. I was planning to apply it to my order. Nothing arrived.

Also, Alibris promised used books from 14.99 but the cheapest actual book available once I signed in was 20.99

Date of experience: July 18, 2024
Texas
1 review
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XLNT
August 18, 2024
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XLNT!
Too many questions posed; i like alibris but will no longer make the time to respond to surveys

Date of experience: August 8, 2024

Whether it be regarding price of the book(s), their delivery, or customer service, Alibris is A+ in my 'book'!

Date of experience: June 4, 2024
Illinois
1 review
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Yes!
August 18, 2024

Very glad to have received my book! It arrived in great packaging, and it was timely!

Date of experience: August 8, 2024
Oklahoma
1 review
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Happy Knight
August 18, 2024

I found this awesome knight book at my library and enjoyed it so much to own it. I found it cheap and I very much appreciated that. Book came with the cover on tact, no tears or marks. I'm happy.

Date of experience: August 8, 2024
California
2 reviews
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Excellent
August 18, 2024

Easy ordering, and was hesitant about the quality of the book coming because it was a gift. The item arrived in excellent condtion. Thank you!

Date of experience: August 8, 2024
California
1 review
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Miss Julia Stirs up Trouble
August 18, 2024
Updated review

Great prices most of the books are in really good condition. I can always find a book I'm looking for

Date of experience: August 8, 2024

Easy good and selection
April 14, 2021
Previous review

Easy good and selection

Date of experience: April 14, 2021
Michigan
1 review
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The navigation for ordering was very easy. I had problems. I will return.

Date of experience: August 8, 2024
North Carolina
1 review
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Great price for a like new book
August 18, 2024

Received the like new "used" book quickly. The price of the book plus shipping cost was lower than I found elsewhere for the book alone.

Date of experience: August 8, 2024
North Carolina
1 review
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Brand new
August 18, 2024

I received a brand new book ( I wasn't expecting that) with great price! Thank you! Would recommend this company!

Date of experience: August 8, 2024
North Carolina
3 reviews
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Finding and ordering the book was fast and easy...can't wait to read it.

Date of experience: August 8, 2024
Texas
2 reviews
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The Island Plate
August 18, 2024

I love the first cookbook & wanted the second cookbook in the series.

Date of experience: August 8, 2024
Massachusetts
1 review
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Very happy with my purchase.
August 18, 2024

I ordered a book signed by the author for a very reasonable price and received it within a week!

Date of experience: August 8, 2024