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Alibaba has a rating of 3.6 stars from 13,058 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with Alibaba most frequently mention good quality, trade assurance, and customer service. Alibaba ranks 1st among Sourcing sites.

  • Service
    988
  • Value
    971
  • Shipping
    969
  • Returns
    575
  • Quality
    955

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Positive reviews (last 12 months): 78.7%
Positive
144
Neutral
3
Negative
36

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204 reviews

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Top Positive Review

“Trust and peace of mind”

Dorothy H.
7/14/24

Trading through alibaba provides peace of mind that your transactions are secured and you are trading with professionals. I will always buy from this platform and I recommend it to others. We also buy a lot of things for my work. Everything I have ordered in Australia always arrives on time and buying the products and selecting them has been made so easy through Alibaba. Very happy with the service!

Top Critical Review

“Alibaba Trade assurance is a scam”

Leif Erik G.
9/20/24

Even when you provide Trade Assurance with clear evidence a supplier has commited fraud, they will still side with the supplier. Please do not trust that Trade Assurance will help you or protect you as a customer in any way. You just pay extra when paying to Alibaba. That's it. And it's impossible to get help from customer service.

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January 18th, 2022

Alibaba sells cheap knock off products that arent the brands they claim to be. They are a scam company and will change your email so you can't file a dispute. I was locked out of my account after complaining

Tip for consumers:
They are scammers

Products used:
None they sell cheap junk, threw it away

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March 2nd, 2019
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I have just loved the way Alibaba handles everything. Even those who tried to discourage me to do business online now feel encouraged after they saw my package. I look forward for more businesses on this same site.

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March 2nd, 2019
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Not only with this order, but my overall experience with Alibaba has been great. Transactions go smooth and hassle free. When there was a problem in one situation, Alibaba provided full refund after investigation. Very helpful for businesses.

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October 11th, 2020

Narrowed down the list of supplement suppliers based on availability, quality, price, and service. Le Sen won three times in a row. Trade Assurance gave me both a high comfort level and convenient payment method by credit card for a nominal fee.

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August 2nd, 2019
Verified purchase

Buying on Alibaba is always an awesome experience and piece of mind especially with trade assurance order.

However shipping rates should be mentioned on the listings to avoid overcharging by some suppliers.

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January 22nd, 2020

Mediocre site at best, lots of unfixed bugs and flaws, their customer service is severely disappointing. The good side: if you have enough time and nerves to do your homework, you can find some really professional suppliers who care about their customers.

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August 29th, 2019
Verified purchase

Quick and easy transactions! Would like to build a business relationship with this company! There were no difficulties with our purchase. Products was exactly what we needed. Good, Competitive Pricing!

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April 19th, 2019
Verified purchase

Go for verified gold suppliers with trade assurance on. Don't expect products that are exceptionally cheap to be quality. But if you're willing to wait, you can get incredible quality things at half the price of retail pretty easily.

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June 8th, 2020

Alibaba have truly helped me expand my business
You do have to seperate the not so good products from the best. Samples i feel are always needed first before any commitment on large orders.
Many thanks
Nathan

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April 18th, 2019
Verified purchase

Found excellent suppliers here on Alibaba who have delivered time and again the goods I need. Find a supplier that's been on the website for several years and that will give u an indication as to whether or not they are reliable.

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September 10th, 2020

I am a 1st time buyer on Alibaba and was very skeptical about purchasing products. I bought from 2 different companies and have been happy with my experience so far. Looking forward to doing more business through them.

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July 28th, 2019
Verified purchase

I have had lots of success with using Alibaba. I always find multiple companies that are willing to help me produce my new items.

I like having the Trade Assurance as a good backup in case an issue occurs!

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September 1st, 2020

Awesome and reliable customer service and good product. Sunny work ethics is something very appreciable! She helped in all means! The shipment reached on time as per agreement. Looking forward to give business again.

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April 16th, 2018

Bought about $9000 worth furniture and 6 month all started breaking
"""Guangzhou Gold Apple Furniture Industrial Co., Ltd."" do not buy from here all garbage! Alibaba protects 90 days so expect not to get anything cover if they break after 3 month on commercial chairs, what a joke

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December 17th, 2014

Just bought engraver, paid through escrow. Paid duty&vat. Received machine, not working, damaged pressure dial, handpiece got pliers marks. Looks like second hand. Seller didi`nt accept it, open dispute, useless.So, spend $ 493 +£56.It looks alibaba works only for sellers.

Tip for consumers:
Stay away from alibaba.com

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August 11th, 2020

Satisfied with the photo search of Alibaba. Found my products quickly. Better if can sort by price though the price is well hidden for each seller (some small value shipment does not need to use RFQ).

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August 17th, 2019
Verified purchase

Excellent first time experience with Alibaba.com Timely delivery, high quality products, and great prices. The "Trade Assurance" program gives you the feeling that your order is "protected". Will definitely use Alibaba again!

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September 7th, 2015

Very unprofessional service, horrible customer support, company send faulty screen then ask client for repairing cost. We're sharing our experience and reporting the true facts. Please don't buy from this company.

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Jeff W. – Alibaba Rep

Dear Suman,

This is Echo from Alibaba International Customer Service Team. I am sorry to learn that you are not satisfied with the products the supplier sent you and please allow me to assist you.
Kindly note that you can submit a complaint via the Complaint Center on Alibaba.com at: http://channel.alibaba.com/complaint/home.htm?spm, and then our professional dispute team will investigate the case for you.
Also, we have an online customer service team at your service 24- hours, 7-days a week.
Please follow the steps below to get live help from our service specialists:
1. Go to our customer support page: http://service.alibaba.com/buyer/contact_us.htm
2. Click “Live Chat” to tell our agents about your concerns
They will do their best to assist you accordingly. I sincerely hope your problem to be sorted out smoothly.

Regards,
Echo
Alibaba International Customer Service Team

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November 20th, 2019

I suppose whenever you buy something from another country for the first time, especially one so far away you are always apprehensive. It was a very good experience and everything went smoothly. I will be using Alibaba again, in fact I have.

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July 15th, 2019
Verified purchase

This company had great service and was willing to deal in smaller quantities at a good price. They organised the shipping and I received my shipment well ahead of schedule. Im very please with my product.

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July 14th, 2019
Verified purchase

Sourcing is a complex thing, esp. When done online across continents. Using the platform makes it easier (still a lot of work) esp. Having all communication with the supplier in one place, incl. Order, quality assurance, shipment and payments.

Of course there are somethings that could be done better (like not opening new browser windows /tabs for almost all clicks) but thats the nature of such systems.

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November 15th, 2020

If you communicate closely with supplier, all are legit/ not scam... Alibaba try their best to make sure its platform are safe and win win situation for manufacturer/ trading company and customer (B2B) experience better. Keep up the good work.

Initially only problem encountered using mobile chat on hand phone, now after app update already ok... no problem

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March 28th, 2019
Verified purchase

Experience was very positive. I went with Alibaba instead of directly because the Trade Assurance option. Always good to have a company like Alibaba on your side when exploring unchartered waters. Thank you Alibaba.

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August 20th, 2019
Verified purchase

Orders have been received as offered, very happy to shop with you because it has served well. The seller patiently wants to explain the shipping process and provides information on everything I ask, Thank

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August 28th, 2019
Verified purchase

Very happy shopper, great choice of suppliers. Quick response, language is no problem here! Its a Great safe, secure way to source many companies.
Last week I ordered some samples within 7 days it was on my doorstep!

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

Business History

The first business of Alibaba Group, Alibaba.com (www.alibaba.com) is the leading platform for global wholesale trade serving millions of buyers and suppliers around the world. Through Alibaba.com, small businesses can sell their products to companies in other countries. Sellers on Alibaba.com are typically manufacturers and distributors based in China and other manufacturing countries such as India, Pakistan, the United States and Thailand.

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