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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Website easy to use, fair prices, free shipping, & donations to literacy. What's not to love? If I can't find it@ my local bookstore, this is where I shop.
I'm never disappointed by the service from Better World Books, and they have a huge selection--they almost always have exactly the book I'm looking for.
Book arrived as expected. Not sure I like the way this process is done - my answer here is in direct reponse to an email asking if I had received my purchase, no indication of a review expected. So though the order process was very good, I am only putting 'good' in the star rating above as I feel tricked into giving any rating at all.
Always excellent choices, great prices, and wonderful service. I love doing business with Better World Books!
The book I received was in great condition! It was listed as Very Good condition, but it probably could have been listed as Like New! The book was also received very quickly!
They say it can't be done, but Better World Books delivers consistently. Our order included one title sourced from the UK. Everything arrived quickly, in good condition, and shipping was free.
I enjoy shopping on Better World. Many different topics and formats. Excellent pricing. Have used them for over 4 years and always receive my order in good condition and quickly.
I saw two movies about the Amish and was anxious to see the last one of a trilogy that could not be found so I purchased the book. I am so happy to have received it.
I have placed multiple orders. Each time we were please with the condition of the books. The website is easy to navigate and the books arrived before expected. This is my go to website for books.
The book was in perfect condition! It took a while, but a lot faster than I expected (especially in these weird times). 10/10 would order again :)
All of the books I have received were in excellent shape and you can't beat the. Price. My go to place for books.
We loved the witty personal message that came with the book, ostensibly from the book itself (examples: You mean me? Someone chose me! Is it cold out there? Will I need my dust jacket?)
Also, the company supports a critical social cause, so buying from BWB was a win-win.
I love better world books! I can find the books I need at reasonable prices! Yes they are used and they may have been library books at one point, but they are in good shape and are what I need! Fast shipping too!
Betterworldbooks is a great book retailer. They have the best titles and their prices are reasonable.
The books I have bought, were always in the condition they said they were! I have never had anything damaged in shipping. The people with negative reviews, should just go to a Barnes and Noble and pay new price, instead of getting the same books for $4. Really? No complaints from me! Love your site, and the ability it gives me to get all the selections I want, at bargain prices. Thank you Better World! Marsha
Quick delivery time and good quality of books. Always happy with my purchases. Never had a disappointing experience while ordering and receiving my books.
Ordered two books from USA to EU. Delivery time delayed by two days, but I count it on virus. Shipped in large plastic/something material bag. Books were damaged, marked and a little bit sticky, but it was mentioned on order. Overall - I think, I will order more books from BWB!
... I acquire my books through BetterWorldBooks... I've never had a problem with an order, love the mission, and the condtion descriptions for used books are accurate and fair. They'll get my business whenever it's possible.
I received my book in great condition at an incredible price. Whoever shipped it sneaked a postcard from the setting of the book (Germany) and I am so in love with it. I am so excited to start reading my book. Thank you so much.
I have always had a good experience with BWB. Books have arrived in the condition advertised. As a frequent buyer, I usually just select books that are sourced directly from BWB. Yes, I have received some books that were formerly library books, but there are times when libraries need to clear older books to make room for the new. I'd rather see a book reused in this way than sent to recycle. BWB has had books that I haven't been able to find anywhere (well maybe on amazon for literally 3 times the price). I also like that through my purchase, I'm helping literacy causes too.
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!