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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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Great service and highly qualified staff. Jessica and Bowie did a fantastic job!
Definetely will do business again!

Date of experience: November 2, 2019
Kansas
1 review
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I was looking for a specific product when I found a supplier from Alibaba selling it. At first, I was a bit skeptical seeing as though there are many sites out there that are scams, but I have heard of Alibaba being one of the largest trade websites in the eastern hemisphere (I live in the US, so we usually stick with Ebay or Amazon), so I decided to give it a try. Like any trade website, you do have to be careful of misleading sellers, but with my purchase, I was provided helpful information and service! Something I did not feel comfortable with was that Alibaba does not offer PayPal payment, but they do offer TradeAssurance, which is a form of buyer/seller protection, among other ways to verify that the seller/company is legitimate. Overall, I would recommend this site to anyone looking to purchase/sell in wholesale!

Date of experience: November 1, 2019
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Ali bab is very good website but i think it need to be easier in some issues.
I have 2 accounts and the supplier sent me a link to make another order and i couldn't figure out which one.

Date of experience: November 1, 2019
Germany
1 review
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As i wrote in the Title. Thumbs up!
The Quality of the Product was very good and beyond my Expectations.
The Supplier made a very good Job by guiding me through my First Order at alibaba.
Will definetely make more Business on Alibaba!

Date of experience: November 1, 2019
Florida
2 reviews
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Very satisfied
November 3, 2019

The order was filled and delivered promptly. High quality product. Will recommend to my friends. Thank you

Date of experience: November 1, 2019
California
1 review
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We found the parts that we needed at a very good price. The ordering, payment process and delivery was fast and easy. We definitely will be doing this again.

Date of experience: November 1, 2019
Michigan
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Love their ribbon!
November 3, 2019

Ribbon is always great quality and printed quickly. They are my favorite supplier! Will be ordering again. Thank you.

Date of experience: November 1, 2019
New York
1 review
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Good service with countless suppliers to choose from. There is a little bit of a learning curve; However, after only one experience it should be quite easy to navigate.

Date of experience: November 1, 2019
Italy
1 review
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I am very comfortable with finding products,
Contact the suppliers,
And make purchases,
Small neo is not provided a department for shipping by alibaba, it would be much better to close with security
In any case I am very satisfied!

Date of experience: November 1, 2019
Sweden
1 review
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Awsome
November 3, 2019

Keep up the great job and i hooe doing more bizz in the future with you guys i gonne show this item tomy friends and recomend you guys

Date of experience: November 1, 2019
Italy
1 review
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All well
November 1, 2019

All well goods is ok from this supplier. See you.-----------------------

Date of experience: November 1, 2019
Alabama
1 review
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Great Option for Supply
November 3, 2019

Very easy to use online interface. Great functionality, excellent option for businesses. We've recently made our first 3 orders, and all of them have been a success. We'll continue to grow our business with Alibaba, thank you!

Date of experience: November 1, 2019
Uruguay
1 review
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Excellent
November 3, 2019

We're a Company and we analyze all our suppliers by Alibaba.
We think that Alibaba is a big platform of commerce and the suppliers have very good prices.

Date of experience: November 1, 2019
BA
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They are very professional and I am a little sad for the bad reviews, since if you have a bad experience on Alibaba that is most likely due to third party companies. You need to open your eyes and choose to work with most professional companies there (as everywhere), however Alibaba itself is an amazing experience.

Date of experience: November 1, 2019
Sri Lanka
1 review
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Good platform to grow
November 3, 2019

Alibaba gives opportunity to communicate, bargain and compare prices products without meeting supplies face-to-face. That saves lot of time money. In that way it is easier for small companies and startups to deal with giants thousands of kilometers away.

Date of experience: November 1, 2019
Australia
1 review
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I have been using Alibaba.com from 2008. It was always easy to find the products. Alibaba's policies protect buyers and suppliers. I would recommend to other wholesale people to use this website

Date of experience: October 31, 2019
Tennessee
1 review
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Great business
November 3, 2019

I am very happy with Alibaba. Great Service. Good products to chose from. Great customer protection. I will use their service again

Date of experience: October 31, 2019
Spain
1 review
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I bought a really nice and fashion scooter. I really recomend to everyone this scooter and Shenzhen Sunnytimes company. Bethy, the company costumer service was really helpful and friendly with the documents to legalize the scooter in my country.

Date of experience: October 31, 2019
California
1 review
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Alibaba transaction
October 31, 2019

There some details to pay attention when you're negotiating with manufacturers and suppliers, like respect agreement in negotiation is fundamental, ship on time etc.
I suggest you ask as many questions as you can during the chat to keep record for any disputes. There also people who try to take advantage assuming you don't know nothing. But there also other people that want to help you to complete your goal in order to complete their own and that is the one you need to find in order to satisfy both parts.

Date of experience: October 31, 2019
Bulgaria
1 review
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Reliable supplier
October 31, 2019

Product as described. Quick transaction and shipment. Great service!

Date of experience: October 31, 2019

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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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