The overall reputation of Better World Books is mixed, with notable strengths in their extensive selection and competitive pricing, often praised for delivering books in excellent condition. However, significant concerns arise regarding customer service, particularly related to shipping delays, fulfillment errors, and inadequate packaging that often leads to damaged items. Many customers express frustration over the return process and a perceived lack of responsiveness from the company. While some customers remain loyal due to the ethical practices and commitment to literacy, recurring issues with order accuracy and support hinder a consistently positive experience.
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Book arrived in perfect condition, just a few notes from the previous owner which I didn't mind. Overall a great service. It offers an incredibly wide selection of books which are difficult to find in Europe. I'm very satisfied. I've already ordered something else.
Better World Books is always the first place I look when I want to add to my library. Great selection and prices.
I have ordered numerous times from your company and always happy with the selection, price and delivery. Books arrive in a timely manner and in good condition. Will continue to support Better World Books.
Delightful book for boys and girls! Haddix has revolutionized "thinking outside the box". She doesn't even know there is a box!
Nothing like getting hooked on a new series and being able to find more in the series at great prices (and some on sale, too!)
Some stories are classics and to own them is better than borrowing them. My children loved oral stories and now my grandchildren do as well. I was able to find some classic Margaret Read MacDonald books at Better World Books to have for my personal library. Thank you!
I like shopping here. Selection is great. Delivery is fast and always correct. Customer service and follow up is top notch. Always a wonderful experience!
I have been buying books here for over a year. I really like the fact they donate etc. only one time did I have a problem, a note to them, solved in less than 24 hours. I whole hardly recommend Best World Books
Better World Books has been a life saver to me. Your books are reasonably priced and always arrive timely. The selection is vast and your text books are numerous on all subjects. Thank you Better World Books
My favorite place to shop for books! So many books to chose from and they always arrive in good shape and in good time! As a bonus, it is nice to know that my purchase will help promote literacy around the wordl!
Received the books on time and were in better condition than expected. Also had a wide variety of books for reasonable prices. Would shop again.
While the selection and cost of books were good I will not order again. Exchange from Canadian though expected was very high and then delivery was NOT free but an additional third of total cost
I ordered a book from Italy in the worst covid-19 time. It was a gift for my daughter that I was not able to find in Italy. Obviously it took some time to arrive, due to lockdown. Finally I got it. It is like a new one, but cheap.
I really appreciate your service, thank you! Let's work everyone for a better world!
Good selection of second hand books - including books in French which is great for language practice. Plus it is ethically sound. What's not to like - I have bought several times from here.
Can't beat the price and swiftness of shipping! Have always found the titles I was looking for, plus free shipping!
This site has been a great source for books during the Covid crisis. Libraries are closed and I am able to find a variety from which to choose. I will donate the books locally after reading them. The donation factor offered by the company is admirable. I am pleased to have found BetterWorld!
Books always ok and in good shape, excellent service contact, low shipping fees.
The staff people seem to like their job.
Much better than the other (former) book company.
Thanks a lot from Kraut country!
Wolfgang
Better World Books has an extensive selection of used books at great prices and is wonderful for filling in collections of authors one reads. Delivery has always been complete and timely with tracking.
Fast shipping, great quality and I only wish there was more titles available. Overall I do recommend for everyone!
I ordered all audio books on cd. I checked They were audio when I chose them, I checked They were audio when I added them to my cart, I checked they were audio when I placed the order. I received one audio and the rest were print. This is the second time this has happened to me. I thought it was my mistake for not being careful the first time. Now I see it wasn't my mistake and I've paid for print books I don't want. I am done ordering from your company.
Answer: You can probably, maybe able to see them on line somewhere, on an American government site for universities as they are out of the University of Indiana... that's my guess anyway.
Answer: I have only ever had one order go astray and they refunded the purchase as soon as I reported it If you still haven't received your order you should notify them. They will probably refund your purchase as it may have been lost.
Answer: It's a non-profit run by volunteers at several sites around the U.S. Many of their books are from public libraries & in good condition often. They also get donations from the public & some of those are in only Fair or Good condition, though lots are in Very Good/Like New or New condition. My favorite thing about BWB is their free book donations to very poor countries! I've bought from BWB for over 4 years & have bought close to a 100 books. Great non-profit!