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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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803
value
8,881
shipping
8,871
quality
8,865
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Easy to find the hard-to-find books I was looking for.

Date of experience: February 4, 2021
Texas
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The books I order are exactly like they are described. I have always been very satisfied with this company.

Date of experience: February 4, 2021
Washington
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I have been ordering books from Alibris for many years and I am delighted with the price and condition of the books I receive.

Date of experience: February 4, 2021
Alabama
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Shipping costs seem excessive, especially when buying multiple books from the same seller - they charge you multiple times for one shipment...

Date of experience: February 4, 2021
Maryland
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Great search options
February 4, 2021

Great search options.
Great info provided.
Easy check out options.

Date of experience: February 4, 2021
North Carolina
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Love being able to find a variety of books at reasonable prices.

Date of experience: February 4, 2021
Missouri
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I had no problems navigating through
February 4, 2021

I had no problems navigating through. Clear instructions on what to do. Smooth experience. Thank you.

Date of experience: February 4, 2021
Nebraska
4 reviews
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Almost always excellent
February 4, 2021

Almost always excellent. As a buyer (and a previous seller of a personal library) Alibris has always been my go to.

Date of experience: February 4, 2021
Virginia
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First time user
February 4, 2021

First time user. So far it was easy to place my order. I look forward to working with this company more.

Date of experience: February 4, 2021
California
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Simple and efficient-i could actually do it and not give up and leave!

Date of experience: February 3, 2021
Missouri
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Quick and easy but I would have liked to have made this a gift

Date of experience: February 3, 2021
Missouri
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I really like how after I put the books in my cart it optimizes the shipping and book prices to get me the best deal.

Date of experience: February 3, 2021
Indonesia
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Great website
February 4, 2021

Great website. However, the shipping cost to Indonesia is a little expensive. If it can be lowered, it would be perfect.

Date of experience: February 3, 2021
South Carolina
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LOVE LOVE LOVE
February 4, 2021
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This website SAVED me in college. Reasonable prices and all the books I need and looking for, whatever the reason.

Date of experience: February 3, 2021

This website SAVED me in college
January 21, 2021
Previous review

This website SAVED me in college. Reasonable prices and all the books I need and looking for, whatever the reason.

Date of experience: January 20, 2021
Maryland
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I also selected some inexpensive items. I dropped them due to their ratio of shipping cost to price.

Date of experience: February 3, 2021
District of Columbia
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Site didn't work in Firefox with increased font sizes, but is working in Safari.

Date of experience: February 3, 2021
Washington
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I suggest that when you require the state/province requirement that you mention the shortened version at that line in the label.

Date of experience: February 3, 2021
Oregon
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Thanks for a user friendly site and great selection!

Date of experience: February 3, 2021
Iowa
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Great source since the swindling source of stores selling books

Date of experience: February 3, 2021
California
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So far, over the years, my wishes to find, and own, some of my favorite books have been found here at Alibris. I'll continue to make this place my central location for book searches----A Retired Librarian, named: MsLinda

Date of experience: February 3, 2021