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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
1,332
value
1,311
shipping
1,305
returns
769
quality
1,284
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North Carolina
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Where is my stuff
November 1, 2023

Several months back i ordered a mini excavator along with a trailer. (paid for each) a few months went by and i got an email saying that my order had arived soo i went to pick it up and boom when i opened the crait when i got home no trailer and no course of action all my previouse conversations are gone no way to communicate my issue wth n.c.

Date of experience: November 1, 2023
Texas
1 review
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Rebuilt excavator parts
November 1, 2023

Alibaba does not hold vendors accountable. Vendors refuse to provided parts list of parts they as they quoted to rebuild. They seem to buy used parts, test them clean them and ship them. Its a gamble buying rebuilt expensive parts through alibaba.

Date of experience: November 1, 2023
Turkiye
1 review
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I had problems with Alibaba twice and both times I couldn't find a representative or even explain my problem because they did their best to prevent us from complaining. I will shop from platforms other than Alibaba. We prefer Alibaba because it offers trade assurance, but unfortunately it does not offer any assurance.

Date of experience: October 30, 2023
Costa Rica
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Good and stable supplier
October 31, 2023

Fast delivery, good quality and design, very professional and helpful, support from the time of the order to the receipt of the goods. Highly recomend

Date of experience: October 29, 2023
New Jersey
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Love what you are doing. Very professional.even try to show you ways to save on shipping and taxes.

Date of experience: October 29, 2023
Italy
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Fornitore perfetto con prodotti di qualita'
November 2, 2023
Updated review

Fornitore con prodotti di ottima qualita' facile da comprendere braqvo nella spiegazione delle taglie e veloce

Date of experience: October 29, 2023

Ottimo prodotto
June 23, 2023
Previous review

Ottimo prodotto molto somiglinte all originale sono molto soddisfatto ottimoa spedizione veloce faro' una ottima pubblicita' al venditore

Date of experience: June 23, 2023
Canada
5 reviews
9 helpful votes
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Even though they tout such protection mechanisms as "Trade Assurance" it means nothing really as I bought $100 worth of digital products only to find the seller reneging on the offer (service went down after 2 weeks of a 2 year deal) and opening a dispute resulted in Alibaba telling me they couldn't force the seller to provide me with a refund:0). Incredible right? Unfortunately the culture in that region has a lot of catching up to do. In any case, Alibaba.com dead to me.

Date of experience: October 10, 2023
Croatia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Brzo i kvalitetno
October 11, 2023

Here I paid and you sent. Thank you and all praise for your service and your expediency. Have a nice day and a big greeting

Date of experience: October 10, 2023
KR
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I have been on the way of experiencing new way of work for international trading. Eventhough I had more than 30 years carrier in this business field, I'm thinking this way of work as being smarter than legacy way. Realy good enough with nothing special problem.

Date of experience: October 9, 2023
Bahamas
1 review
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Awesome
February 8, 2024

100% Satisfied. Very Transparent and open. Every part I ordered so far fit. No issues whatsoever. My number 1 place to purchase ALL My parts.

Date of experience: October 7, 2023
Uganda
1 review
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I bought water sensors from Boqu Instrument Co. Ltd - Shanghai but I am 100% satisfied with the service

Date of experience: October 7, 2023
Texas
2 reviews
2 helpful votes
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Alibaba.com is a poorly managed online shopping website. They allow fake sellers selling phantom products scamming unsuspecting customers who thought they were safely buying products from a decent online shop. The scammer on alibaba.com even has a fake shipment tracking website that conveniently stayed active until I filed a complaint. Alibaba.com is an unchecked unregulated online shop anything goes there including your hard earned money.

Date of experience: September 19, 2023
Qatar
1 review
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Amazing service
September 19, 2023

I like the service, the buyer was professional, helpful, friendly, smart and can uderstand my designs.

Date of experience: September 19, 2023
Italy
1 review
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Servizio eccellente
September 14, 2023

Servizio e prodotto eccellenti, di sicuro ripeteremo l'ordine con questo fornitore sempre con alibaba

Date of experience: September 14, 2023
Washington
1 review
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Super big number of products which are available and can be delivered very fast. They helped to order a gift and meet deadlines.

Date of experience: September 14, 2023
Canada
1 review
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Business satisfactions
September 14, 2023

Alibaba is a world-class organization that supports businesses all across the globe, The organization creates opportunities Regardless of the size of the business, the Things I can do on Alibaba and the products I can find on Alibaba, there's no other platform close to Alibaba. Not to mention It is a fair playground where all parties can do business safely.
Hands down

Date of experience: September 13, 2023
Kenya
1 review
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Although many agents, with patience you get good deals. There is nothing you cant find on the platform.

Date of experience: September 13, 2023
Australia
1 review
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Great service
September 9, 2023

Good service and Marjorie was amazing to deal with, very honest and helpful. Would buy from her in future.

Date of experience: September 7, 2023
California
2 reviews
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First time using Alibaba, and have to say, I am satisfied. Alibaba offers a plethora of manufacturers and suppliers to choose from and convenient payment options as well. I've been in touch with many businesses already in China and have received some product samples. Process has gone very smoothly. Will be returning to the platform again.

Date of experience: September 6, 2023
South Africa
1 review
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A buyer
September 4, 2023

Trustworthy and very competent staff to work with. They are user friendly, can negotiate with and fully the agreement. Company tailor made to the request by customer, prices adjustable and offer variety of products to chose to. Keep it up, missing Ivy though she replaced by another reliable, soft spoken and always available to help by Rainbow. Keep it up guys and really recommend you to all over the nation Medsinglong Co LTD!

Date of experience: September 4, 2023

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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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