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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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Spain
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PERFECT
July 16, 2019

Very good service, we are very satisfied, good professionals, we will continue to collaborate without a doubt.

Date of experience: July 16, 2019
California
1 review
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Best customer service
July 16, 2019

Love this company! My greatest decision yet I am so happy to do business with this company. Timely response, knowledgeable and understanding

Date of experience: July 16, 2019
Ukraine
1 review
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My experience with alibaba
July 16, 2019

I really liked working with Alibaba, a quick and very clear money transfer, confidence in receiving goods, a return guarantee, it's nice to work and know that you are secure!

Date of experience: July 16, 2019
Florida
1 review
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SLA
July 16, 2019

The service level is very high and responsive,
The supplier is very professional and willing to resolve issues.
The follow up is very helpful to make the right decisions for my online business

Date of experience: July 16, 2019
Texas
1 review
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Easy to work with!
July 16, 2019

I was Happy with the price and will buy again. The person who took the order did so in fallowed up on this order and was taking care to make sure my order was as requested.

Date of experience: July 16, 2019
Colombia
1 review
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First Time
July 16, 2019

After days of looking for a supplier who could offer a great product. With the trade assurance and ready to ship buttons helped me get quicker a great supplier. I ordered and got a great product. I think the system alibaba has to get better suppliers and order safe with trade assurance is great which helps the customer feel safe ordering. I think there is still room for improvement in many aspects such as shipping since many suppliers take advantage of shipment to ask a lot of money. Doing my research of what product I wanted to buy I found a supplier who asked two thousand dollars of shipping while others only asked two hundred. ALIBABA is a great trading place and what would make it the best is obligating all suppliers to have shipment prices in their products since it makes it easier for the customer.

Date of experience: July 16, 2019
California
1 review
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Good Resolution
July 16, 2019

There was an issue with logo printing and seller promised a redo but no proof/update, but opening a case with Alibaba seems to help get things moving along. The redo was great. It makes me feel safe to trust Alibaba for more purchases. Thank you.

Date of experience: July 16, 2019
GB
1 review
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Our First experience ordering from China was made so much easier dealing through Alibaba due to the security it provide you if you order through there trade assurance policy

Date of experience: July 16, 2019
Mexico
1 review
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Excelente página
July 16, 2019

Excelente estoy satisfecha con el trato y los productos, tiene una gran variedad de productos.
Lo recomiendo

Date of experience: July 16, 2019
Singapore
1 review
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Smooth, safe and satisfied
July 16, 2019

Overall, my experience with Alibaba.com has been good. Looking for the products was a challenge as there are many vendors with various offerings, and to find the exact product needed was not easy. But the system to ensure safe and secure transactions is commendable.

Date of experience: July 16, 2019
Canada
1 review
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Good B2B marketplace
July 16, 2019

Alibaba is a good platform to establish communication with traders and manufacturers. Although some communications barriers exist, suppliers often find the way to make it clear. Additional services as payment warranty and on-site inspection are key to truly trust new suppliers

Date of experience: July 16, 2019
California
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Thanks to the Alibaba team for their service! Great website, easy to use and very safe. We will continue to use Alibaba. Thanks!

Date of experience: July 16, 2019
India
1 review
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Great work quick response
July 16, 2019

Great platform for B2B purposes. I found some great quality products and was delivered on time. I personally feel the communication was responsive and productive which is why it made the products come out the way i expected it to be.

Date of experience: July 16, 2019
South Africa
1 review
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Angela lui you are a star...
July 16, 2019

All was profetionally well and prepaired the feedback was on time the delivery of the product was on time.

Date of experience: July 16, 2019
Bulgaria
1 review
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Nice to do business in the site.
July 16, 2019

I ordered a polyester band from Alibaba.com supplier. The communication was great, very fast shipping, help in customs clearance... everything was great, definately will order again from the supplier and will search in Alibaba.com for my future requests.

Date of experience: July 16, 2019
Australia
1 review
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Portable Media Wall
July 16, 2019

Found the supplier, through Alibaba.com the transaction was smooth and pain free.
Now onto my next project.
Thank you Alibaba.com

Date of experience: July 16, 2019
Belgium
1 review
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Successful deal, good experience.
July 16, 2019

Good and easy contact with the seller. Fast answer. Very good quality of the product. Very good business experience to be continued. I recommend Alibaba.

Date of experience: July 16, 2019
Turkiye
1 review
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THANKS
July 16, 2019

Very reliable seller. The products are completely original. Packaging and shipping operations are both fast and reliable. The seller was friendly. Sincere. I'm glad I did the shopping. I am constantly receiving products from this supplier. Thanks IGOAL HEALTH

Date of experience: July 15, 2019
Mexico
1 review
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Excellent quality
July 16, 2019

Excelente calidad y atencion al cliente, rapido envio sin retrasos de producción.

Sigan con esa buena atención!

Date of experience: July 15, 2019
Illinois
1 review
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Alibaba is not fair...
July 16, 2019

Bought a blower $501 dollars and when it arrived from the "supposed factory" it looked like it came from a back street shop and not from a factory. The "supposed factory" then provided pictures to me that made them look to me like as if they were a big factory with impecable production line but when I disputed the issue with Alibaba they then provided pictures trying to convince Alibaba that they were a back of an alley street shop and not a factory contradicting themselves and lying. I provided ample evidence that the blower looked like a used blower that had been repainted with a spray can and over rust and dirt BUT Alibaba took the factory side and left me hanging.

I then disputed the issue with my bank and I got a full refund which Alibaba still trying to dispute even though it is amply obvious that the blower was used and not brand new.

Alibaba will take the side of the factory when it is a little guy fighting or disputing anything and the amount is large. Alibaba is unfair and can not be trusted. They assurances mean nothing. Protect yourself at all times when you are an small buyer because Alibaba doesn't care about the little guy.

Date of experience: July 15, 2019

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


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Founded in 1999
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