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Alibris has a rating of 4.7 stars from 92,705 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with Alibris most frequently mention great prices, good price, and shopping experience. Alibris ranks 1st among Used Books sites.
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This company responds to reviews on average within 2 days
So far, so good. Now it depends on when I recevie the books. I did notsee an estimated delivery date.
Googe book title search.
Date of experience: August 30, 2022
Over the last three days I have been trying to order copies of "Where Do We Go From Here". Every time I get a diffence price.
Have ordered before.
Date of experience: January 25, 2022
It was quick and easy. I was able to get my textbook in minutes.
Search engine told me it was the best price.
Date of experience: May 8, 2024
So far, so good! Had what I was looking for, and easy check out.
Looking for a plant journal.
Date of experience: May 8, 2024
Good if it works. Shipping cost is too high.
Keep up the good work.
Date of experience: May 8, 2024
This is my first time to the site. It was easy to use and had a good selection.
I am making an effort to change my buying habits and use local resources and/or companies that reflect my personal values.
Date of experience: March 30, 2024
Did you ever buy a car from a dealer only to DISCOVER the "Selling Price" "wasn't" anywhere near the "selling price" because they omitted the hidden costs? In the case of this alibris transaction, the hidden costs totaled 39.5% of the billed charges. That is absurd and an insult to the buyers! The fulfillment charge is built into the selling price. (if not, you don't know how to do biz); the carrier get a huge piece of the action action... 24% ($2.89 USPS media rate), so Alibris gets their additional lift $1.10 (9.1%) and of course the government gets their touch as well $0.77 (6.4%). It would be better for the buyer to know the TOTAL estimated in the SELLING price. In this case, the increase was 39.5%. Easy fix, the ZIP Code hold the devils details. It is not to say savvy buyers don't understand it is cheating to understate the total cost. IT REFLECTS BADLY ON ALIBRISS! Cheated buyers remember! So list your selling price (include all your lifts) and ask for the ZIP Code up front and calculate shipping and tax so the buyer knows. THEN REMIND YOUR BUYERS THIS IS THE "Net, Net Price" and is not deliberately understated. Cleaner approach and certainly more honest and buyers appreciate honest sellers! One last point, if i don't check Yes for a follow up, even if i paid the same money, i don't get: "order confirmation, additional feedback options, and convenient customer care resolution services should any issues arise." THAT SUX BIGTIME! IT ALSO CHEAPENS WHO YOU ARE! THIS IS MY 1ST AND LAST ORDER!
Searched bookfinder.com
* Alibris attempted to help this customer through the Sitejabber Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: August 4, 2021
My only problem is I often put a list of books in my cart, then when I sign into my account the cart is empty and I have to search again.
A very versatile website with many books at good prices
Date of experience: March 7, 2023
First search results.
Date of experience: January 3, 2023
I have used Alibris for years and will continue to, it is easy, and I have always been pleased with what I have received.
Date of experience: January 27, 2024
Great range of books, although I kept being re-directed to update the name I would like to use even when I had.
It had the book i was looking for at a great price.
Date of experience: October 13, 2021
Ordered 17 books 4/23; 3 were cancelled; first two books rec'd 4/29; last rec'd 5/14.
No English language bookstores here in Puerto Rico.
Date of experience: May 15, 2024
The only site I buy my books from and I don't waste time telling all of my friends and family about Alibris!
Date of experience: May 22, 2022
Addicted to Alibris instead of drugs, LOL. Love this site!
Date of experience: June 2, 2021
Great accept I was trying to order more but I didn't seem to be able multiply the number of books I bought
Testing it out
Date of experience: October 3, 2022
I had difficulty removing a redundant part of my address. Only one "Pittsford" is needed on my USPS address.
Date of experience: April 3, 2023
Fast, safe shipping. Item arrived as described.
Fast, safe shipping. Item arrived as described.
Good for hard-to-find items.
Date of experience: May 16, 2024
Great. I was able to find many hard to find books.
When I shop for books online, I prefer to shop somewhere other than Amazon if possible. Alibris has a good selection of hard to find books.
Date of experience: August 15, 2022
Easy. Great. Helps me find books hard to find elsewhere.
Alternative to Amazon.
Date of experience: February 27, 2022
Shipping Fees seem ridiculous. Better to show actual cost of the DVD/Book than to be hit with the shippinglater.
Date of experience: September 26, 2021
Easy to navigate the Alibris web site, and I appreciate having choices in book formats and editions, to decide which books I want to purchase.
I wanted a specific book title by a specific author, and I always check Alibris before other sites.
Date of experience: October 17, 2021
Great service - I always received my orders- price is always the best part
Price point
Date of experience: May 11, 2024
Only place I go for books. Thanks for making it easy and reasonable.
Why go elsewhere?
Date of experience: May 11, 2024
My favorite place to look for treasure. The ghost of Long John Silver coaches me.
If it isn't here it probably no longer exists.
Date of experience: February 24, 2024
Found books here that weren't listed on Amazon. Better prices here as well. Don't bother with the monster, come to the place where you can find your books!
First, and usually only, place I go for books.
Date of experience: April 28, 2023
Been a little while since I've purchased here but glad to be back.
I missed you!
Date of experience: May 16, 2024
Date of experience: March 30, 2021
As always, titles are easy to find and the shopping experience is seamless.
I choose to deal directly with small business booksellers instead of buying the same book from Amazon, which keeps half of the purchase price.
Date of experience: May 16, 2024
Small business, not Amazon
Date of experience: April 27, 2024
Small business, not Amazon
Date of experience: April 23, 2024
Easy to use, and Alibris dealers' prices are frequently less than those on Amazon. Support small business.
Date of experience: December 30, 2023
Helps small business.
Date of experience: January 30, 2023
To support small business booksellers
Date of experience: August 21, 2022
Date of experience: June 21, 2022
Better prices that support local businesses.
Date of experience: March 25, 2022
Easy to find and order what you want. No pressure to buy other kinds of books.
Alibris supports small, independent book stores.
Date of experience: December 18, 2021
Great selection, and Alibris supports independent booksellers.
Date of experience: October 3, 2021
Good, except some sellers are listing the publisher for the paperback as that for the audio book instead of the paper book publisher
Alternative to Amazon
Date of experience: September 21, 2021
Alibris supports independent bookstores, and I'd rather shop with them than on Amazon.
Date of experience: August 26, 2021
Date of experience: May 16, 2024
I'm grateful I can turn to Alibris for the books I have difficulty locating and delivery is expedient.
I live in a rural community, 1-2 hours drive to a city, so your service is much appreciated.
Past experience purchasing with you, price and convenience.
Date of experience: April 7, 2024
Date of experience: December 12, 2022
Date of experience: September 8, 2022
Found the textbook I needed at the right (low) price
Found the book I needed where the price wasn't inflated 😊 plus super quick to ship!
Date of experience: May 15, 2024
No issues logging in. Quick to find the book i need. Easy check out process.
Been ordering from alibris for years
Date of experience: May 16, 2024
I always buy my used books here
Date of experience: March 14, 2024
I have an account
Date of experience: July 10, 2022
Alibris is my go-to for used books
Date of experience: April 24, 2022
Found book fast. Ordered with no issues.
I'm a regular
Date of experience: December 6, 2021
I've been a customer for many years.
Date of experience: April 2, 2021
Love this site! I have bought from them before and will again.
They had the dvd I was looking for at a price better than other dites.
Date of experience: May 16, 2024
We love browsing books, drinking coffee, and talking with people who love good stories.
Born from Interloc, a database for proffesional booksellers, Alibris has spent over two decades connecting book lovers to book sellers. It's the premier marketplace for textbooks, used books and rare, out-of-print books and supports countless small booksellers across the country. With over 270 million books, Alibris has something for you.
