13 Best Chinese Online Stores

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Today, you can buy anything in Chinese online stores. The times have already passed when these marketplaces were a place of sale of all sorts of interesting nonsense for a couple of tens of rubles – and at the same time smartphones that did not differ much in price from 'any interesting nonsense'. Now here you can buy clothes, appliances, furniture, decor items, even food – and in some cases also transport! And the price for all this is often much lower than in offline stores and various marketplaces.

Therefore, we have compiled a ranking of the 13 best Chinese online stores that are worth visiting for both small spontaneous purchases and large planned acquisitions.

Rating of the best Chinese online stores

Nomination	a place	score	rating
Rating of the best Chinese online stores	1	AliExpress	4.9
	2	DealExtreme	4.9
	3	BuyInCoins	4.8
	4	GearBest	4.8
	5	Joom	4.7
	6	Dhgate	4.7
	7	TinyDeal	4.7
	8	MiniInTheBox	4.6
	9	DinoDirect	4.5
	10	FocalPrice	4.5
	11	TomTop	4.5
	12	LightInTheBox	4.4

AliExpress

Rating: 4.9

Why him: The largest Chinese online store, which seems to have everything.

AliExpress is the first and currently the largest Chinese online store in the world. You can order almost everything on it, except, perhaps, cars and real estate. Millions of products from hundreds of thousands of sellers (yes, AliExpress is more of a marketplace than just an online store) are distributed across dozens of categories.

But basically, AliExpress is a place to shop for a variety of home appliances and electronics, clothing, bijouterie, baby products and toys. Most often, smartphones, accessories for them (especially a lot of covers, since there are for all models of devices, even those that are not officially imported into Russia) and components are purchased here.

Separately, it is worth noting a subsidiary project of AliExpress – the Tmall online store with warehouses in Russia. Shopping in it takes only 2-3 weeks, and the price practically does not differ from the 'Chinese' one.

Advantages

• There are warehouses in Russia with fast postal delivery;
• Almost all purchases are delivered free of charge;
• Huge assortment.

disadvantages

• It is necessary to carefully study the reviews for the product, since not all sellers are equally conscientious;
• The famous machine-translated 'titles' of the cards that complicate the search process;
• There are many products exclusively for the Chinese market – for example, smartphones with Chinese firmware.

DealExtreme

Rating: 4.9

Why him: One of the largest online retailers for gadgets and other consumer electronics.

DealExtreme is in many ways similar to AliExpress – a similar design, almost the same set of product categories. However, unlike the previous Chinese online store in the ranking, it specializes exclusively in consumer electronics: various gadgets, computers and accessories for them, and, of course, smartphones.

On the DealExtreme platform, electronics from almost all Chinese manufacturers are presented – from world famous Xiaomi and Huawei to little-known outside of their native Celestial Empire Umidigi or VKworld. The prices are adequate – and moreover, you can additionally save money by purchasing products on daily flash sales.

It is worth noting that DealExtreme may seem daunting for an unprepared buyer – if only due to the lack of normal Russian localization. For example, 'bags' in categories are clothes. But 'clothes' are wearable electronics. It's simple.

Advantages

• Good representation of well-known brands such as Xiaomi and Huawei;
• Frequent flash sales with discounts up to 50%;
• Lots of DIY electronics, computer components and other specialized hardware.

disadvantages

• Disgusting Russian-language localization;
• Incomprehensible product names translated by a machine translator;
• There are no warehouses in Russia and Europe, which is why ordered goods can be delivered up to 2 months.

BuyInCoins

Rating: 4.8

Why him: A special Chinese online retailer that specializes in budget items or discounted deals.

The Chinese online store BuyInCoins fully justifies its name – the bulk of the products presented here are focused on the budget or lower price segment. True, it is difficult to say that they are extremely practical or useful. So, here you can find quite a lot of caring and make-up cosmetics, home and kitchen accessories, computer components and DIY electronics, covers and cables for smartphones, smart watches, as well as jewelry. All this, of course, costs a penny.

Expensive – initially expensive, and not because of the store – things are here too. But they are hidden in the depths of the catalog. So, here you can buy smartphones, and laptops, and similar devices. However, their assortment is also very small.

Thus, BuyInCoins is a place to buy various nice little things that will not burden the budget, but will bring a good mood.

Advantages

• Large assortment of goods in low and budget price segments;
• Daily sales;
• Free tracking number for orders over $ 30.

disadvantages

• Small assortment – much less than most other Chinese online stores in the ranking;
• Slow website, frequent errors;
• Small representation of first and second echelon brands.

GearBest

Rating: 4.8

Why it is: A large marketplace for brands of the first and second 'echelon', warehouses in Europe.

GearBest online store is a great place to shop for a variety of electronics. Here are presented not only small gadgets, but also smartphones, laptops and PC components. But it attracts not only by the variety of assortment.

The main advantage of GearBest is the presence of warehouses close to Russia. They are not on the territory of the country itself, but several are located in Europe, due to which the delivery of purchases will be faster than from China. In particular, you can get a new smartphone or laptop within a couple of weeks after ordering.

In addition, the online store regularly organizes promotions and sales. Also, almost every day, discount coupons for certain devices are published, thanks to which you can additionally save. Delivery in the vast majority of cases is free, but if you want to speed it up or secure the goods, you can order the delivery by a transport company.

Advantages

• Many devices from major brands (Xiaomi, Huawei, OnePlus, etc.), presented initially in the international version;
• There are warehouses in Europe where goods are delivered faster;
• Daily sales, flash sales and other promotions.

disadvantages

• Bulky goods are delivered only for a fee;
• Slow, if not completely absent, response to customer requests;
• Tracking only through the online store itself.

Joom

Rating: 4.7

Why him: Convenient application and website, clear descriptions, there are A-class brands.

Joom's online store in China is a good place to buy phones from A-class manufacturers (or from the so-called 'first tier'). So, here you can buy smartphones Apple, Samsung, LG and many others at very low prices, traditional for such marketplaces.

However, the assortment presented on Joom is not limited to devices from A-class manufacturers. This online store aims to be 'one-stop'. So here you can buy clothes, accessories for motorists and motorcyclists, tea, goods for animals, for travelers, for home … and, it seems, everything.

Mobile applications deserve a special mention. They appeared at Joom almost earlier than at other online stores, and are distinguished by a well-developed usability. These applications are very convenient to use, which will especially delight those who like small but regular purchases.

Advantages

• Convenient applications and website;
• A large assortment, which will especially delight lovers of unusual teas (however, there are plenty of gadgets here too);
• There is an internal cashback, they also cooperate with many cashback services.

disadvantages

• In many cases, the product received does not match the description and photos, you should carefully read the reviews and specifications;
• Slow delivery, which can take up to 2 months.

Dhgate

Rating: 4.7

Why him: A marketplace that specializes in wholesale.

Unlike the rest of the online stores in the ranking, Dhgate specializes in wholesale. Here you can find about the same product as on other marketplaces (except that smartphones and other relatively expensive electronics are not enough), but it is difficult to buy anything here at retail.

In addition, all products have a price range. At retail, various products can cost up to 10% more than a wholesale purchase.

It is worth noting that the online store does not offer free shipping. This is due to the fact that Dhgate itself, according to the representatives of the marketplace, operates without extra charges. Therefore, the cost of delivery is not included in the price of the goods.

For retail purchases, products – including paid delivery – cost about the same as in other Chinese online stores. However, with bulk orders, you can save a lot. The volume of the batch is determined by the seller.

Advantages

• Low price for bulk purchases;
• A well-developed system for protecting the buyer (from low-quality goods, counterfeiting and delivery not on time);
• In 2019, Russia plans to introduce a 'pay on delivery' method.

disadvantages

• No free shipping;
• The main assortment of the store is represented by consumer goods;
• Almost everything is stored in warehouses in China, which can take up to two weeks for delivery.

TinyDeal

Rating: 4.7

Why him: Support for dropshipping, the seller is the store itself, not third parties.

TinyDeal online store is one of the largest marketplaces in Hong Kong. It differs from its competitors in the ranking in two ways – firstly, native support for dropshipping; and secondly, the absence of third parties in the sales chain.

The seller of the goods is the store itself. This ensures low prices due to the absence of 'markups' and marketplace commissions, and also increases the quality of the goods. It is unprofitable for an online store to sell some nonsense that does not correspond to the description and characteristics, thanks to which exactly the same thing that was ordered comes.

Webmasters will note native dropshipping support. Thanks to this, the online store also helps to earn extra money.

At the same time, this online store is not suitable for those wishing to purchase a new smartphone or similar electronics. The range of devices here is extremely small, despite the fact that TinyDeal initially specialized in selling gadgets.

Advantages

• High quality goods and fast delivery;
• The tracking number is provided free of charge when purchasing goods with a price of $ 33;
• Dropshipping support.

disadvantages

• First of all, this is a store of consumer goods, smartphones and other devices;
• There is practically no Russification – machine translation of the interface and product names;
• The goods are dispatched exclusively from our warehouse in China.

MiniInTheBox

Rating: 4.6

Why him: Large assortment of gadgets and accessories, support for group orders.

The Chinese online store MiniInTheBox has a rather narrow specialization. Most of its range is represented by small, inexpensive gadgets, as well as accessories for smartphones, tablets and other consumer electronics. There are no smartphones and similar devices in its assortment, but there are more than enough cables, cases, chargers, protective films and other little things.

MiniInTheBox stands out from the number of similar online stores in two ways. The first is a separate catalog of DIY electronics with various modules for the Arduino mini-computer.

The second is support for group orders. This method of purchase allows you to significantly save on purchase – the discount can be up to 50%!

Also, this online store has accelerated mail delivery without additional fees, but when purchasing from a certain amount (usually about $ 20).

Advantages

• Support for group orders with large discounts with this form of purchase;
• Expedited shipping with no additional fees when buying from a certain amount;
• Payment via PayPal is supported.

disadvantages

• Long order processing;
• It is difficult to acquire anything significant;
• A relatively large percentage of defective goods. However, MiniInTheBox pays for the return.

DinoDirect

Rating: 4.5

Why him: Cooperation with Visa QIWI, WebMoney, Western Union and other payment systems that are “exotic” for Chinese online stores. There is Russian-language support.

Despite the fact that in terms of assortment, DinoDirect differs little from other Chinese online stores in the ranking, it is able to stand out – primarily due to the Russian-language support. Indeed, the buyer does not need to learn English or try to use an online translator to ask a question about delivery times or resolve a complaint.

In addition, DinoDirect is interesting in that it supports payment systems that are quite unusual for other marketplaces from the Middle Kingdom. In addition to bank cards and PayPal, they accept money from Visa QIWI Wallet and WebMoney electronic wallets, as well as Western Union money transfers.

DinoDirect also offers VIP memberships for online shoppers. It will cost $ 7 a month, but for this money the marketplace will regularly send various gifts, as well as provide large discounts.

Advantages

• VIP-club of buyers with various amenities;
• Accept money from e-wallets, as well as international financial transfers;
• Russian language support.

disadvantages

• Slow collection and dispatch of goods;
• Sometimes a 'non-existent' product appears on sale (i.e. it is not in stock, so you have to wait for dispatch for several months or open a complaint);
• Slow response to complaints.

FocalPrice

Rating: 4.5

Why is he: Working with secure payment methods – PayPal and WebMoney.

Chinese online store FocalPrice offers double purchase protection. In addition to neat packaging and fast delivery, it works with payment systems that support arbitration. So, here you can buy goods mainly through PayPal or WebMoney.

But this marketplace cannot boast of a large assortment. There are literally several hundred products presented here – but all of them are in stock, sent a few days after ordering and directly from the store, and not third-party sellers. There are especially few electronics and gadgets here, but there are much more clothes and similar accessories.

It should be noted that this online store does not have a Russian-language version – neither in terms of the interface, nor in the localization of technical support. Although he sends to the CIS countries, and delivery in most cases is absolutely free.

Advantages

• Free shipping to Russia and other CIS countries;
• Support for secure payment systems;
• Fast sending.

disadvantages

• Very small and meager assortment;
• No Russian localization of the interface;
• A rare update of the assortment.

TomTop

Rating: 4.5

Why him: There is a warehouse in Russia, big welcome discounts, regular promotions.

Like many other Chinese online stores in the ranking, TomTop marketplace specializes in the international trade of a variety of electronics. In any case, the overwhelming part of its assortment is various gadgets, devices, smartphones, laptops, tablets and similar devices. However, the 'price list' is not limited to this – there is also clothing, goods for sports and outdoor activities, decor, car accessories and much, much more.

But the main advantage of this online store is not the assortment, but fast delivery. So, TomTop boasts a dozen warehouses around the world! There is also in Russia. Thanks to this, even with regular, free delivery, orders are delivered very quickly. At the same time, you can immediately select the desired warehouse – in order to purchase equipment in our country.

Another nice feature of this Chinese online store is the big welcome discounts for new customers.

Advantages

• Fast delivery, especially from warehouses located in Russia and Europe;
• High quality premium electronics, the presence of the so-called 'A-brands';
• Adequate technical support ready to help.

disadvantages

• No Russian-speaking technical support;
• Small assortment in a warehouse in Russia, rare update;
• Slow submission of purchases from some categories.

LightInTheBox

Rating: 4.4

Why him: A Chinese online retailer that specializes in apparel and accessories.

LightInTheBox is a sub-brand of another Chinese online store also featured in the ranking – MiniInTheBox. Only, unlike its predecessor, this marketplace specializes primarily in clothing, shoes, bags and similar accessories.

Of course, electronics are also available here, but in smaller quantities. Basically on the 'shelves' of this online store you can find wedding dresses, women's clothing, men's clothing, costume jewelry, shoes, bags, sportswear and much, much more.

Like MiniInTheBox, Chinese online store LightInTheBox supports group orders with up to 50% off.

It is worth noting that quite a lot of branded items are presented here – and these are not the famous 'Chinese fakes', but, for example, original Nike shoes. The online store regularly holds various discounts and sales, on which you can additionally save.

Advantages

• Large assortment of original clothing and footwear at attractive prices;
• Support for group purchases with discounts up to 50%;
• Support for secure payment through the PayPal processing service.

disadvantages

• Inconvenient clothing search system (no division by brand, for example);
• Difficulty choosing models of very small or very large sizes;
• Long processing and dispatch of orders.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.