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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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Indonesia
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Good
May 15, 2019

Very helpful in shopping needs... shopping is safe but we have to be smart smart choose sellers...

Date of experience: May 14, 2019
Minnesota
2 reviews
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I have found items I wanted to order, but the sellers require 5,000 pcs or more, and that is way beyond what I need. Very disappointing.

Date of experience: May 14, 2019
Denmark
1 review
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Received as it was shown and promised. I have received a great service after the purchase.

Be back to buy more items for sure.

Best Regards
A. Jay

Date of experience: May 14, 2019
RU
1 review
0 helpful votes
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When choosing the Russian language to work with Alibaba, English is often displayed in messages and menus. This happens very unpredictable, and without a system. Just suddenly Russian is replaced by English.

Date of experience: May 14, 2019
TT
1 review
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First time buyer
May 15, 2019

After searching through a plethora of suppliers, I finally made the plunge and bought from one. I was pleasantly surprised.

Date of experience: May 14, 2019
Norway
1 review
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Have traded a lot through Alibaba and become a faithful customer as a result of good, safe and very secure trading.

Date of experience: May 14, 2019
Florida
1 review
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Product was quickly manufactured and shipped. Received exactly what I was expecting. Highly recommend this company. I will do more business with them in the near future.

Date of experience: May 14, 2019
Georgia
1 review
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Vehicle Lighting
May 15, 2019

Very pleased with he ability to easily order and pay for the products we needed and getting the modifications we requested

Date of experience: May 14, 2019
GB
1 review
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Ali Baba
May 15, 2019

I make regular sales on amazon and I would never have been able to do this if it was not for Ali Baba, I have done so much research on products and honestly it has helped me out so much

Date of experience: May 14, 2019
Jordan
1 review
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Professional
May 15, 2019

Professional business experience and great communication, trade assurance and and follow up in each step will encourage us to order by Alibaba next times.

Date of experience: May 14, 2019
Qatar
1 review
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Good experience of ordering products through Alibaba. The delivery was on time and product quality was good.

Date of experience: May 14, 2019
Australia
1 review
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Good service
May 15, 2019

No hassles at all. The transaction is a success. Thanks Alibaba.
First, I got exact products I need.

Date of experience: May 14, 2019
Philippines
1 review
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So far so good
May 15, 2019

Very satisfied with alibaba. I started with it and so far so good doing business and supporting small businesses like me.

Date of experience: May 14, 2019
Austria
1 review
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All ok
May 15, 2019

The first time for me.
Everything was ok.
I am sure, it was not the last time to order something.
Leopold

Date of experience: May 14, 2019
Turkiye
1 review
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Highly recommended
May 15, 2019

Highly recommended 3D Printer Filaments and 3D pen and filaments. Good communication. Knowledgeable and helpful employees. Highly reccomended

Date of experience: May 14, 2019
Israel
1 review
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GOOD EXPERIENCE
May 15, 2019

WHENEVER I USE TRADE ASSURANCE-
EVERYTHING ARRIVES ON TIME
I'M HAPPY WITH YOUR SERVISE-
DEFFINATLY USE IT AGAIN

Date of experience: May 13, 2019
Switzerland
1 review
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My first order
May 15, 2019

My first order on Alibaba was a great success. Simple ordering process, secure payment and found a good seller.
I'll be back soon!

Date of experience: May 13, 2019
Texas
1 review
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Never a problem
May 15, 2019

This platform is amazing. It is easy to use. I wish Alibaba.com would look at the products that are listed for $1 when it should cost several hundred. There is nothing more frustrating that looking at a wrong price.

Date of experience: May 13, 2019
Colorado
1 review
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First time buyer experience
May 15, 2019

Alibaba.com knocked it out of the park. I am extremely satisfied with my entire experience. I had reservations at first, but am glad I tried this excellent company. I will do my buying here from now on, and I highly recommend anyone else do the same. Service, price, safety, and speed... I am a very happy customer.

Date of experience: May 13, 2019
Washington
1 review
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Initial Order
May 15, 2019

Going through Alibaba's site looking for supplies and products has been somewhat exciting. I was able to review a companies success, where they sell, how many employees they have and how long they have been in business, etc. Everything you need to search with is set up by Alibaba for you. That really helps otherwise it could get confusing.

Date of experience: May 13, 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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