I've only ever used Ali Express, Would be keen to hear feedback from other that have used all three.

For me, I've always received what I ordered. Sometimes within 7-10 days and at other times its been up to 10-12 weeks. However I always did my research, checked feedback and often bought from sellers that were recommended by others who had bought similar items from forums or groups on social media.

None I avoid all of them

AliExpress. I've made hundreds of orders with probably less than a dozen going bad. Failure to ship or items being returned to sender are the most common issues. With failure to ship, the refund is automatic. Returned goods require a dispute (after a 10 day wait), but if you use AliExpress shipping, the refund is approved almost immediately.

The biggest issue is fake tracking numbers or delayed package handover after the item has 'shipped'. Happens quite often, but usually the goods ship within a few days and the tracking details get updated.

I only recall once instance where fake tracking details were provided and never updated. It's annoying to have to wait months before you can be sure of winning a non-delivery dispute.

I only 'lost' one dispute after an appeal. I complained via their online chat and a few days later I received an e-mail refunding the full amount. This gives me some confidence in AliExpress.

We are sincerely sorry for your unpleasant shopping experience on our platform. Now we have refunded 32.80USD to you regarding of your order {redacted}. Normally you will receive the refund in 3-20 business days. Please check your account or contact with your bank to confirm the refund status.

I've had disputes with eBay/Paypal in the past that resulted in chargebacks due to their highly questionable activities. Amazon now uses online chats, which I hate, so I'm avoiding them more these day. In the old days you'd send an e-mail and get a resolution.

I get the feeling Wish is for people who lack the intelligence to navigate Aliexpress..

None. I ordered some security cameras through Ali with no issues but only because the seller is well known.

jonb:

 

I get the feeling Wish is for people who lack the intelligence to navigate Aliexpress..

 

Just lack intelligence full stop!

I have only tried aliexpress. Haven't really felt the need to try any others.

DHgate is probiably the next one worth mentioning. Lots of replica's and fake products if one is into that.

Not a china only site, but ebay.com is also worth mentioning. In some categories much of the listings are shipped from china, and the range / search engine seems pretty good.

I've only ever used AliExpress. Banggood seems like it's probably about as good. Wish has a reputation for being junk.

Aliexpress. Mixed results but more good than bad. You need to choose carefully. Never buy an LED light bulb there. Those are the embodiment of every cliché and stereotype about crap Chinese quality. I also bought some LNB brackets that looked good on paper but were so flimsy they couldn't hold their own weight, let alone an LNB. Electronic devices are generally better. I would never buy an expensive item there but you can get real bargains for 5 or 10 dollars. I have bought satellite boxes and different HDMI devices that were all perfectly fine and fantastic value for money. 

Aliexpress for general small items, used Banggood once for a new radio transmitter/receiver for my Arrma Granite RC truck. 

Only had one or two small issues with Aliexpress. (wrong item item and faulty item)

Aliexpress - 100's of purchases made over the years and 99% satisfaction - and the 1% is for items that missed delivery deadline - which were refunded - and even most of those eventually turned up. Products as described. Shipping generally 2 - 3 weeks. Refund process good. - EXCELLENT.

Bangood - Again over 100 items - especially RC Hobby items - RC Cars, Quadcopters, Planes, Boats etc + tech stuff - streamers, tablets. Products as described. Shipping generally 2 - 3 weeks. Refund process OK - not as good as Ali. - VERY GOOD.

GBest - Similar to BG + also numerous tablets etc over the years. Products as described. Shipping generally 2 - 3 weeks. Refund process OK - not as good as Ali OR BG. - GOOD.

Wish - Looked to good to be true ie. Cheap SSD - but thought I would test them out and it was 100% fake. Got a refund - but so damn fake. - NOPE. NEVER. AGAIN.

Ali (homewares & electronics: Xiaomi & Edifier typically)
Banggood (Blitzwolf and Xiaomi gear typically)

Not Chinese but worth an honourable mention: Hekka (Singapore)

I've bought 4x Mi Band 6 from them. Around $40 NZD ea. 

A couple of purchases from DealExtreme but mostly from Aliexpress.

psychrn:

This may be somewhat controversial topic. Has it been posted before. ??

 

What is your favourite Chinese Shopping website and Why.?

 

Probably between these three. Wish, Ali Express and Banggood

Linux:

jonb:

 

I get the feeling Wish is for people who lack the intelligence to navigate Aliexpress..

 

 

Just lack intelligence full stop!