The prices of products on Alibaba Wholesale Network are generally cheaper than those on Taobao. There are several main reasons for this:

Different target groups: Alibaba is mainly aimed at enterprises or B-end distributors, while Taobao is aimed at C-end customers. Due to the different target groups, the purchase volume and purchase methods are also different, which will affect the sales price of the products.

Price advantage of source manufacturers: There are many manufacturers on Alibaba that directly supply goods. In contrast, many merchants on Taobao purchase from Alibaba and then sell on Taobao. This makes the cost of goods on Alibaba lower, so the sales price is also lower.

Falsely high prices: Although the prices of goods on Alibaba are lower, it does not mean that every product is truly low-priced. Some merchants may falsely mark prices to attract customers with low prices, but the actual transaction price may not be low.

Wholesale effect: Alibaba's wholesale model enables it to sell goods at lower prices. When merchants purchase goods in larger quantities, they can get more discounts and discounts, thereby reducing costs.

However, this does not mean that all products on Alibaba are cheaper than Taobao. In some cases, merchants on Taobao may sell products at lower prices, especially during promotional activities. In addition, some brands or special products may be easier to find on Taobao and the prices may be higher.

Therefore, it is recommended to compare the prices and quality of multiple platforms and merchants before purchasing, and conduct a comprehensive evaluation to find the best products.