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Alibaba

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Alibaba Reviews Summary

The overall reputation of the company is mixed, with some customers appreciating the variety and affordability of products offered. However, significant concerns dominate the feedback, particularly regarding customer service and support. Many users report frustrating experiences with delayed refunds, ineffective communication, and unresolved product quality issues, often feeling misled by the company's assurances. The Trade Assurance program is frequently described as inadequate, failing to protect buyers effectively. This combination of positive product experiences and pervasive service challenges suggests a need for improved customer support and better oversight of suppliers to enhance overall customer satisfaction.

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service
1,333
value
1,312
shipping
1,306
returns
770
quality
1,285
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California
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So far so good!
October 8, 2020

I just made my first purchase, i have no regrets. The supplier i used was accommodating and very insistent. I hope my next supplier is the same. Im still getting used to the website but so far their prices are much lower than US wholesalers so I'm here to stay. Fair warning, not all suppliers on the site are trustworthy and thats just by the lack of communication with some. However you just have to really look into the suppliers profile look at prior customer reviews and also see how much theyve earned thus far including if they're verified. I chose a supplier that cost me slightly a little more than others offer because of those factors. Starting a small business I couldn't afford to make a vulnerable mistake this early in the game. Hope this help anyone starting out.

Date of experience: October 7, 2020
Pakistan
1 review
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Dear Alibaba,
I am inform to you, that the your promotion of September regarding "bank transaction fee waived off" I new customer on your website. To automatic waived off the bank transaction fee.
Regards,
Nauman Ayub

Date of experience: October 7, 2020
AE
1 review
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It was quite helpful
October 8, 2020

The Alibaba portal is great platform for approaching supplier in China. Regarding the quotation RFQ feature is really helpful for new buyers. The Trade Assurance is a peace of mind of overseas customers.

Date of experience: October 7, 2020
GB
1 review
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I bought 5000pcs of 99.99% kill bottles.
They all turned fake as it's just simple water in there not alcohol or ethanol in there.
Trade assurance is Joke I submitted proofs again and again 5 times and still didnot return monies.

The seller listing is still active and robing people money
AVOID ALIBABA.COM
BAN CHINA

Date of experience: October 7, 2020
TW
1 review
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Very satisfied!
October 8, 2020

I'm very happy with my supplier. Excellent customer service and the whole process of this platform has been great! Very happy to work with this platform!

Date of experience: October 7, 2020
Germany
1 review
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www.alibaba.com is a site with lots of opportunities for small and medium scale enterprises where the sellers responde on time and the sometimes sellers give products below their said MOQs.

Date of experience: October 7, 2020
Massachusetts
1 review
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Baseball
October 8, 2020

They are the best love to work with them i will soon buy more balls good high quality for pro games.

Date of experience: October 7, 2020
GB
1 review
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Used alibaba a couple of times now and I will keep using in the future. I had a little issue with the bank transfer option so I had to use credit card instead, which was more expensive. Otherwise I felt very safe and comfortable using the website

Date of experience: October 7, 2020
Singapore
1 review
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Sample Ordering
October 8, 2020

The supplier was very helpful and prompt in reply. She understood well our requirements. The quality of the sample was very good.

Date of experience: October 7, 2020
Thailand
1 review
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Good Service
October 8, 2020

Very happy with the supplier. Easy to communicate and make business. There are several supplier to have comparison. Overall, they are all good.

Date of experience: October 7, 2020
Sweden
1 review
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Alibaba has it all and people are nice and trustworthy. I made friends amongst the people working on alibaba. Great experience

Date of experience: October 6, 2020
Germany
1 review
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Very satisfied
October 8, 2020

The goods were sent on time and of a very good quality. I will definitely order again from this company. Thank you very much.

Date of experience: October 6, 2020
Peru
1 review
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Good service
October 8, 2020

Very good service for the moment. I will continue using the service waiting for new offers and new promotions

Date of experience: October 6, 2020
Michigan
1 review
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I enjoyed the way the website worked. But when I had an issue with the supplier sending boxes that were to small Alibaba wants more money to help. They wanted me to pay $500 for a mediator. Then there was no guarantee. If Amazon did this they wouldn't be where they are today. Why can't Alibaba stuck up for me?

Date of experience: October 6, 2020
Arizona
2 reviews
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I've never been ripped off on Alibaba yet, paying through Alibaba. It's been much more professional and safer than ebay in my opinion. Dealing with the time difference adds a little bit of time when making decisions.

Date of experience: October 6, 2020
California
1 review
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I bought many shoes on Alibaba. The supplier is very nice and patient to answer all my questions. She helped me pick the correct shoe size and guided me to place an order in the store. The shoes are in great quality and I received them quickly from UPS! I will buy more from Alibaba!

Date of experience: October 6, 2020
Kazakhstan
1 review
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I am from Kazakhstan and recently I only buy through your Alibaba website, as I am confident in the quality of products and the safety of my funds! Thank you! I really enjoy working with your wonderful team! May God grant you prosperity and more clients who can rightfully appreciate your excellent service!

Date of experience: October 6, 2020
KR
1 review
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"Very good Alibaba!"
October 8, 2020

I am grateful that I can meet many companies through Alibaba, and I will always use them in the future.

Date of experience: October 6, 2020
South Africa
1 review
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I have shopped at a lot of other online stores but Alibaba seems to just be the best.
The suppliers are very helpful and its always nice that you can chat to them and ask them questions about the product. There some amazing products/Gadgets on Alibaba for very decent prices compared to he other online stores.

Date of experience: October 6, 2020
New York
1 review
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Good site
October 6, 2020

Alibaba helps me find good stuff and assists me from the beginning to the end of my shopping.
Thank you!

Date of experience: October 5, 2020

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Alibaba.com is the world's leading wholesale trade platform that connects buyers and suppliers from around the world.


alibaba.com
Founded in 1999
Hangzhou, ZJ, China
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