Alibris has a rating of 4.72 stars from 81,285 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with Alibris most frequently mention great prices, shopping experience, and free shipping. Alibris ranks 1st among Used Books sites.
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Very impressed w/ orderly arrangement of products for sale, e.g., music, books, movie, etc. Makes sense! Also, the choice of sellers is easy to understand & navigate--I contacted one book seller Solr by email to find out if the used book they were selling was highly dusty (allergies) & they emailed back w/ details & evident concern. Alibris is now my "go-to" source for great prices, selection & quality of sale. Thanks for doing a great job!
Very Difficult to change shipping address. Had to quit internet browser and log back in again. Shipping choices limited. I know from past purchase that independent sellers can take their sweet time shipping items and often do. Why does alibris appear to charge at 1st class parcel rates and deliver at slower and cheaper media mail rate? Delivery window excessively wide.
Excellent but placing items into wish cart after on the check out cart is confusing. Just deleted them instead. The other confusion is as you place items into cart, it is notated how much more you need until free shipping is applied. It never seems that you reach that limit.
The other issue is when I tried to utilize my $5 coupon for signing up, it the page was not accessible.
You are still my favorite store!
This has to be the first online shopping experience I've had that recognized and admitted me on my email address alone. While I should probably be horrified at the possibilities for invasion of privacy, it was so incredibly easy to shop! And I like the Alibris didn't suggest any payment method and as far as I'm concerned, recognizing my email address gave me an easier way to complete my order. As a cognitively disabled adult, it was particularly welcome, and thank you.
ALibris had the best price on a book I need.
Excellent! I was able to purchase two books I wanted to read in used editions. I try to buy used clothing and always try to buy used books. Thanks for making them readily available. The books, I mean.
You had the best price in the editions shown by google /shopping
Significant defacing of the book with ownership paraphernalia found on the dust jacket back edge, both sides of the front endpaper, the title page, stamps on the front, top and bottom edges, etc.
I suppose the Texas State Technical Institute library must have anticipated this would be a highly desirable item given the steps they took to help identify their ownership. However, in this was the case, why did they ever give it up?
I've used them many times over the years.
1. Made me give credit card info 3 or more times, without explanation, which signifies there is none. 2. Got email yesterday saying $20 bonus, but there was no bonus for my purchase, so misleading. 3. Jumps between screens with no explanation. 4. When shipping address first appears, it can't be editied, and no message as to how to do that later. So it was confusing.
Hadn't purchased from Alibris for a while.
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Sellers always ship quickly. Only complaint I ever have is when specifically choose good condition hardcover books and they are just shipped in plastic bags so corners all banged up, so I don't bother with choosing more expensive very good/excellent condition books anymore. As they cost more money, sellers sabotaging themselves. If shipped media mail, could put in boxes for less shipping costs, who cares if takes a little longer. Should be an option to preserve the condition of books in good shape. Other than that, always good experience with Alibris sellers.
I wanted to order a book for a friend who had asked to borrow a book from me upon my finishing it. As my friend is my fantastic Sunday School teacher I wanted to give her this book for her own. I didn't think about this book published in 2012 being out of print now. I was so happy to find this book (Simple Understanding Revelation) at this website. I was even more pleased to receive it timely AND in mint condition. Thank you Alibris for being such a reliable business.
I chose Alibris because they had the out of print book I was desiring and had a great reviews.
I am happy with Alibris. I appreiate the effort of the consolidated shipping based on cost, however, one of my primary criteria for choosing a book store is its location even if it costs a bit more.
Your insistence that I agree to have this posted on a social media site is unfortunate and the ONLY reason I am agreeing is so that you will see this comment. In the future I will not provide my opinion which I thought was for your purposes not advertising.
Because I have had good experiences with Alibris.
So far today? So far as long as I have been buying from alibris? As far as today, I don't know until I receive my purchase. But I have buying books from alibris for years and I keep choosing it over other ways of buying books.
Same reasons I always do.
I've found some great books through Alibris over the years - glad to see Amazon hasn't obliterated this store.
If I had anything I'd say was disappointing, its the fact your PayPal portal will only accept transactions in US dollars.
I've done innumerable transactions using PayPal, and cannot recall the last time I wasn't able to transact in Canadian dollars.
Please update this.
Thanks again for still being there...
J.
Love shopping on Alibris - your store has been a go-to for years, thank you!
Looking for a good price on this book.
I'd gone to Goodreads, as is my usual practice, and linked to you for the book "The Economics of Discrimination," by Gary S. Becker. I was asked to sign in but wasn't returned to the book page and the message said there were no available copies.
However, when I went back to Goodreads and linked in again there was the page I'd first seen with the list of this book. I hope that it is actually available and will arrive! :O
You have the best price on a book I wanted and I consider you a trustworthy seller.
Great prices on used books
Great deals compared to other bookstores!
It took me an inordinate amount of time to place this simple order for one book that I could have done much more quickly with Amazon for essentially the same price. Initially, the system would not accept my "I am not a robot" answers, then it would not accept my new address, among other issues. I preferred to support your store rather than Amazon, but now think my choice was not worth the extra effort and time.
Please see the above note.
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The shipping is to high on these books when the shipping is the same cost as the books themselves it can be frustrating and sometimes the free shipping doesn't register for books once you place them in the cart. So that's a pain as well. Overall i will continue to use the site because for some of the books i have found they were defiantly cheaper on here than other places and with the shipping still a bit cheaper
Cheap books
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Alibris is the only used book website where I order books. Since I rarely buy new books, that means a lot of books for a given year. I have a library of about 2,000 books and have only been disappointed once in the past many years. I began ordering from Alibris after half.com discontinued service. The communication from sellers is very satisfactory and the way Alibris keeps me informed when books are shipped is pleasing. I'm a satisfied customer who looks forward to continued satisfaction.
Alibris was the service I chose after half.com ceased service. The description of available books, the opportunity to have a wish list and the pricing and choice of reliable book sellers is good.
I have a long Wish List which I check on a regular basis. Then, when I see books on my list that I'm ready to buy, away I go. What a wonderful experience!
Alibris is the only online book store from which I buy books. Thank you for being such a good source of good reading.
I love this website and the books and service you give. Thank you.
It's the only place I buy books.
The only place I go to buy used books.
I love shopping with Alibris. I can always count on a good experience.
My used book site of choice.
I've been buying books from Alibris ever since half.com "went away." Without fail, I've been satisfied and I'm happy to continue as a customer.
Alibris is my only supplier of used books. Thank you.
Very impressed w/ orderly arrangement of products for sale, e.g., music, books, movie, etc. Makes sense! Also, the choice of sellers is easy to understand & navigate--I contacted one book seller Solr by email to find out if the used book they were selling was highly dusty (allergies) & they emailed back w/ details & evident concern. Alibris is now my "go-to" source for great prices, selection & quality of sale. Thanks for doing a great job!
Needed a book that is somewhat hard-to-find for a book writing project.
I love shopping at Alibris Books--supporting local and independent book sellers means a lot to me. When possible, I try to get second-hand reads into my hands, first. It feels better than new. It is one little way to accomplish keeping informed and minimize cutting more trees for paper. Alibris is my first go to--on line.
Shopping for books through alibris is a pleasure! I have found so many books on this site that were not available in my local library. Sellers provide excellent detailed descriptions of their used copies, so prospective buyers know the exact condition of a book before making a purchase. Alibris is the best online marketplace for new and used books.
I need a book for a class I am facilitating.
I had to reset my password. I had books in my cart which "disappeared"? Why? When I searched for them the Cumulative Cloth "uses" edition was no longer available - coincidence? Or?
Received a polite and intelligent reply to the issue - it was what I expected - lack of foresight in the computer programming which left the item off the website. Nice to do business with a company that sends a comprehensive response!
Price was lowest for Intentional Thread during a web search
I had to reset my password. I had books in my cart which "disappeared"? Why? When I searched for them the Cumulative Cloth "uses" edition was no longer available - coincidence? Or?
Price was lowest for Intentional Thread during a web search
I love Alibris as I can almost always find the book I am looking for in good condition. Over the years, I have made some very exciting finds! I don't know how Thriftbooks does it, but I can often get free shipping at their website which is an incentive to buy through them. Could Alibris possibly do the same thing? If so, I would purchase only from you.
I love Alibris! I have found so many books over the years that are hard to find in good condition or new books at a good price that Alibris is always the first place I shop.
I love Alibris! I have found so many books over the years that are hard to find in good condition or new books at a good price that Alibris is always the first place I shop.
I love Alibris! I have found so many out of print books on Alibris that were priced well and in great condition. I seldom buy a book on Amazon because I can get just as good a quality at a much lower price.
I could find the books I wanted in excellent condition at a much lower price.
Alibris has been great. I really enjoy the idea of supporting small Bookshops over amazon. I'll always support my local family owned bookshop first but they don't have everything. And with alibris I always find what I'm looking for and get to continue to support small bookshops. Shopping on alibris is quick and easy. All the info about sellers and book conditions is clearly posted as well as shipping times and costs.
My local bookshop did not have the book I was looking for and ordering it through then would have taken 2 weeks or more. I need the book sooner. An alibris is my go to spot for difficult to get books.
It's true -- I LOVE "online window shopping" at ALIBRIS! Incredibly efficient filtering options allow for ALL of my needs... NEW BOOKs (gift).USED BOOKs (for me). Etc. And seeing the booksellers' ratings does help steer my final purchase. I'll be back!
Got a bit confused when the first entry of my MC payment did not go through, then realized, after review, that it wanted me to buy more. I've read all this author's other works, so I did not need an additional copy. It might help to put that note somewhere on the ordering page. Otherwise, excellent, thank you. JBL
Have used and enjoyed for years, was very broke and poor again until fairly recently, sometimes now able to buy wanted books again.#
Great experiences with previous purchases.
Easy to use, quick and simple--thanks for clarity and speed!
Have trusted many years.
The system made me update my CC billing address three times before it would accept it. That's annoying.
Because I like you and you usually have what I'm looking for.
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It took three shots to get the thing to accept the correct billing address. I've just moved, and haven't had time yet to change that with the CC companies. Annoys heck out of me when online forms don't work properly.
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I love shopping with you guys. I nearly always find what I want, even when it's some weird nerdy thing that's been out of print forever.
I repeatedly (8-10 attempts) tried to place this order, and your website would not let me move beyond the log-on page. I only got it through when you emailed me that I had left something in my cart. Your website decided at that time to put it through. Very frustrating and time consuming. I attempted to reach customer service for help and was unsuccessful. You got 2 stars instead of 1 because you have done better on previous orders.
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Grateful for the reprint of this hard to find memoir of my ancestor, Rebecca Crispin Hubbs, published 1853. I originally ordered 2 copies to check quality, was very pleased. Larger book, larger print, clear, easier to read than the original book. Ordered 4 additional books for family gifts and plan on ordering more to auction off during family reunions.
My last order was an excellent reprint. Ordered additional copies. I've ordered previous reprints from alibris with no problems, it was easy to choose Alibris again. One of the better reprint book offers.
It seems as if I'm always looking for books that are hard to find, but I'm not really interested in collecting or rare editions: I just want to read them! That's why Alibris is my go-to online bookseller. Great selection, good prices, fast delivery. I'm always satisfied with my purchases.
They have what I'm looking for!
I love Alibris! Hard-to-find books at great prices, with reliable sellers.
I'm always happy with books I buy from you!
Locating book and navigating website was super easy and user friendly. The product appears well-priced and shipping is prompt. The check-out process was straight forward and efficient. I was very pleased with my experience. I have purchased from Alibris in the past and they have met/exceeded my expectations in terms of service, quality, price, ease, and delivery. Good people make this company excellent!
They had a book that I was looking for in-stock, well-priced, and ready to ship.
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.