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Alibris

4.7

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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
12,950
shipping
12,941
quality
12,934
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New York
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I have been a customer for years and years, and the...
June 13, 2026
Updated review

I have been a customer for years and years, and the selections are the best as well as the best price. Alibris is a trustworthy site. Doctor G. W.

Date of experience: June 3, 2026

Alibris is Tops.
January 18, 2026
Previous review

Good product. Great price. Good service.

Date of experience: January 8, 2026
New York
1 review
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Many sellers and books (condition, hard and soft binding) to choose. Easy to order. Always accurate description. Competitive pricing.

Date of experience: June 3, 2026
1 review
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Great books
June 13, 2026
Updated review

A libris is an easy way to find "real" books, no matter how long ago they were published (or how recently). I have been able to find used books in good condition at a reasonable price and have them delivered expeditiously.

Date of experience: April 21, 2026

Lots of choices
September 23, 2025
Previous review

Found what I wanted quickly and with a choice of quality and prices.

Date of experience: September 13, 2025
Texas
1 review
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Quick and easy purchase
June 13, 2026

Quick and easy purchase. Only problems is that you are pushing me to write 50 characters and I do not wish to do that at this point. Is this 50 characters?

Date of experience: June 3, 2026
New Jersey
1 review
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I love how easy it is to find and order used books...
June 13, 2026
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I love how easy it is to find and order used books here. I have used your company for many years. Since I don't own a TV, I read a LOT!

Date of experience: June 3, 2026

I love how easy this is and how quickly I learn if...
February 14, 2026
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I love how easy this is and how quickly I learn if you have a book.

Date of experience: February 4, 2026
Iceland
1 review
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I am finding great books that cant be find elsewhere, and with better prices. Time to arrive is a bit long but I guess it is just fine. Just give me more discount cupons ;)

Date of experience: June 3, 2026

Its quick and easy to shop
May 21, 2026
Previous review

Its quick and easy to shop. I get several related sugestions as well wich is good. Thanks

Date of experience: May 11, 2026
Massachusetts
1 review
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Comprehensive selection, good pricing, books arrive...
June 13, 2026
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Comprehensive selection, good pricing, books arrive in condition as described, books well wrapped, no mess-ups in orders and shipment.

Date of experience: June 2, 2026

Reliable and comprehensive in access to books
June 10, 2026
Previous review

Reliable and comprehensive in access to books. I have never had a problem with delivery or descriptions of used books.

Date of experience: May 31, 2026
1 review
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Late shipping
June 12, 2026

I ordered the book 3 weeks before the class started and received it past the date it was expected to arrive. Class already started and I needed to buy the book elsewhere. I am in the process of returning and getting my money back which has been a headache and not sure if I will receive my money at this point.

Date of experience: June 2, 2026
1 review
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Always want to support used and rare booksellers
June 12, 2026
Updated review

Waited a bit longer than i expected, but it was fine still; the book had a musty smell, that's my only complaint; may have been sitting in a smoke-filled room or something

Date of experience: June 2, 2026

Fast
May 5, 2026
Previous review

Fast. The book I was searching for was identified under a similar title in the same genre, but different part of the world. And considered "out of stock". I stuck with my search, ordered the book I wanted anyhow. No problems in the end.

Date of experience: April 25, 2026
California
1 review
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Quick, easy, and I hope it's Fine/Like New. If the book was def as advertised i would give it 5 stars, but i don't know what it looks like yet.

Date of experience: June 2, 2026
Sweden
1 review
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I just ordered a book this morning & paid for it, but I just got an email that it's no longer available. I don't understand why you don't check your inventory before you sell it. They did make a similar copy available, so I'm glad for that.

Date of experience: June 1, 2026
California
1 review
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Easy to locate and select among many options
June 12, 2026
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Easy to locate and select among many options. Simple, clear, Reasonably accurate descriptions of book conditions to guide best choices.

Date of experience: June 1, 2026

Fair prices, clear descriptions of books, with very...
June 21, 2025
Previous review

Fair prices, clear descriptions of books, with very good to excellent details of condition of books.

Date of experience: June 10, 2025
1 review
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Top Quality
June 12, 2026

The used book I bought was of such high quality, it could have passed for New. Quite the opposite of books I've had to return elsewhere which were described as Very Good but had extensive writing and underlining. Returning is such a drag.

Date of experience: June 1, 2026
Nevada
1 review
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Love Alibris!
June 12, 2026

Love Alibris! Alibris is my first go to site for used books that are reasonably priced. They deliver quickly and I have never had a problem. Their selection of books is excellent and I find what I need 99.8% of the time.

Date of experience: June 1, 2026
2 reviews
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The place for people who like books
June 11, 2026
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I was able to get what I wanted when I ordered the book. Very happy with the condition of the book. Happy to deal with smaller book sellers.

Date of experience: June 1, 2026

The website is easy to search and then checkout
April 27, 2026
Previous review

The website is easy to search and then checkout. I changed credit cards this time and that was also an easy process.

Date of experience: April 17, 2026
Illinois
1 review
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Alibis is my new favorite place to buy books! I used to shop for books on Amazon, but Alibris easily beats them in price and especially in shipping quality. My books are always packed up and delivered very securely!

Date of experience: June 1, 2026
Wisconsin
5 reviews
9 helpful votes
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I was able to find a large-print copy of the book I...
June 11, 2026
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I was able to find a large-print copy of the book I sought, and at a modest price. My order went through without difficulty, so I was delighted.

Date of experience: June 1, 2026

I was able to find a large print copy of the book I...
May 27, 2026
Previous review

I was able to find a large print copy of the book I was seeking, and to place my order without difficulty.

Date of experience: May 17, 2026
Texas
1 review
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Easy and all the books that I want are always available. Every book I have purchased has been just as advertised. I have never had a problem with getting what I want and a cheap price.

Date of experience: June 1, 2026

Very easy to find books and they are of good quality,...
November 13, 2025
Previous review

Very easy to find books and they are of good quality, inexpensive and they have just about any book you are looking for.

Date of experience: November 2, 2025
California
1 review
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Always Satisfied
June 11, 2026
Updated review

Have used Alibris for a number of years and I have never had a problem with delivery OR products, I've been satisfied with pricing and products!
Thanks for the excellent service.

Date of experience: June 1, 2026

I usually go to Alibris first after searching at Amazon
June 30, 2025
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I usually go to Alibris first after searching at Amazon. Usually find much better prices

Date of experience: June 20, 2025
1 review
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Good value. Questionable shipping.
June 11, 2026
Updated review

Some of the best prices around, but the shipping boxes are too big, with little to no padding inside, so books are free to damage each other in transit. Don't be surprised to get damaged books.

Date of experience: June 1, 2026

Good prices, but books are sometimes very poorly packed and get damaged in shipping.

Date of experience: April 29, 2026