Wondering if a Costco membership is worth the price? Or wondering if you are really getting good deals when you shop? It can certainly be confusing to shop… you need to do quick mental math to compare bulk sizes to standard grocery sizes. I find that impossible when the store is super crowded and I am trying to get through the crowds and just get the heck out.
Usually my kids are whining or poking each other and really it is all I can do to keep them happy, check off my list and not have cart rage when people stop to chat or clutter up the aisles waiting for samples. (Grab n go people, Grab n go!) So I thought I’d make an easy guide for you with some of the best deals I find at Costco AND some of the things that I personally think are overpriced. I have been a coupon blogger for about 7 years now and I have gone through stages of heavily using coupons and following sales in stores to just occasionally using coupons and trying to simply buy things at good prices. At this phase of my life, I seem to have become a professional chauffeur for the kiddos in addition to my other responsibilities and so that means I need to figure out ways to save money on groceries without spending as much time cutting coupons or running to different stores. I do find myself in Costco about once every three weeks or so stocking up on things. So this is a list that is just my opinion after watching prices as a coupon blogger for several years. You may find some slight variation in pricing at your local store.
Best Deals at Costco
. 1. Condiments: Not all condiments are great deals and sometimes it is just too much to buy and store in your pantry but many are great deals at Costco. Some things to watch for:
Extra Virgin Olive Oil– this is an excellent price at Costco
Coconut Oil- this is an excellent price but the tubs are actually more than we need and I can fit in the pantry. So again only a good deal if you actually use the quantity they sell.
Pure Maple Syrup– the cheapest I see anywhere on pure maple syrup
Agave– if you use it regularly it might be worth buying in bulk
2. Dog Food: We used to use Kirkland Brand dog food- but after lots of readers mentioned quality issues, we upgraded to the premium dog food at Costco. I still think this is an excellent price and you can check the comments below for lots of feedback from readers.
3. Spices and Seasoning: Another great stop is the spices and seasoning section. I buy vanilla, cinnamon, cinnamon sticks, lemon juice, salt, pepper and more. Often the giant container at Costco is cheaper than the small container at the grocery store. The vanilla especially is one to look for- you get real vanilla not the yucky imitation vanilla you see at the grocery store. The flavor difference is amazing. This is an easy way for Costco to suck you in! Don’t buy if you won’t use the entire package within 6-12 months or if you really don’t have the storage space.
4. Organic/Green Cleaners: The big two for organic and green cleaning- baking soda and vinegar. You can buy these two items specifically in bulk and use them to clean just about everything. I use vinegar all over the house to clean and also just switched to vinegar instead of fabric softener. So much cheaper and the clothes are just as fresh at a fraction of the price of fabric softener. Plus no nasty chemicals and one less container to store in the laundry room.
5. Canned Goods: I always stock up on canned tomatoes, beans, olives etc… when I shop. Often the prices can be cheaper than if I used coupons at the grocery store. If you like canned veggies these are a fantastic price as well. You do need to buy by the case so I only get the items we use a ton of- but any extras make great food bank donations! For example, I get the organic S&W black beans at Costco for $.84/can. At the grocery store I would pay $.99 for conventional beans. The exception to this rule is during the holiday season. You can often get Del Monte canned veggies and such for about $.50 a can or less in the grocery store.
6. Organic Produce: Organic produce specifically can be an excellent deal at Costco. I buy large containers of mixed greens, power greens and spinach on almost every trip for about $3 a container. I also find the best prices on organic apples, grapes, raspberries, strawberries and more depending on the season. I find the quality of the produce not quite as good as a Farmer’s Market but far superior to a grocery store. Not everything is a great deal- they do offer convenience packs of pre husked corn, chopped butternut squash, chopped mango etc… that are a little more expensive but the convenience of getting meals quickly to the table might be worth considering. Costco tags will have a per lb price listed on the lower left corner of the price tag. I typically try to stay somewhere close to $.99/lb for in season conventional produce and $1.99/lb for in season organic produce. This varies by item so it is absolutely worth checking the fresh produce when you stop in. Consistently Costco has the best prices on bananas that I see anywhere. Oh and note if you see a big markdown on something just note it needs to be eaten RIGHT AWAY. I just bought 3 lbs of organic peaches for $4.99 at Costco (great price) but I was kicking myself 2 days later when every last peach was covered in mold and we had only made it through about half the box. (So it isn’t a good deal if you are tossing things out!)
7. Eggs/Milk/Butter: Again you are buying in bulk so this will depend on your consumption but I find the best overall prices on eggs and milk to be at Costco. My store has organic milk (2) gallons for $11. That is slightly less than the local grocery store where organic is $5.99/gallon. I go back and forth on buying milk at Costco just because 2 gallons takes up so much space in the fridge. The one thing we always get is the organic eggs. Costco has great prices on organic eggs. You might also consider almond milk- my Costco has (2) almond milk for the price of one at Target and the brand Costco carries (Califia) is far better then what I find elsewhere. The butter is an excellent, excellent deal as well. About $12 for 4 lbs and I typically see 1 lb for $5 at my grocery store. You can freeze butter so don’t be afraid to grab it.
8. Cheese. Goodness our family loves cheese and I find great prices at Costco. We regularly buy bricks of mozzarella (or sometimes fresh mozzarella), bricks of cheddar, sliced Tillamook cheese, Laughing Cow and more at Costco. It is by far the cheapest prices I find. They also have excellent prices on gourmet cheeses but again you do need to buy in bulk- so only a good deal if you eat it all.
9. Frozen Fruits and Veggies. The prices can be similar to the grocery stores but the quality at Costco is excellent. I make a lot of green smoothies and I find the organic fruit at Costco in general to be a lot cheaper than the grocery store. Plus I get larger bags so I am not running out every few days. We love the frozen peaches, mango and blueberries specifically. The blueberries are great for tossing into pancakes, smoothies or my kiddos love frozen blueberries as an after school snack. Again just watch the per lb price on the price tag so be sure you really are getting a good deal (most likely you are).
10. Wine/Alcohol. I tend to buy wine at Costco- they have lots of good brands for very reasonable prices and I tend to get Bogle or Liberty School as our house wine for about $6-9 per bottle. The Kirkland Margarita Mix is awesome as well. Just add ice- no tequila needed. And those are just some of the things I love to buy at Costco. There are many other great deals of course including tortilla chips, bread, grains, juices/lemonade/coffee etc… As for the Costco coupon book- not everything is a great deal in the coupon book but many of the items are. Unfortunately the only way to tell is to do the research- for example as of posting Costco has a coupon for Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal. The price is $3.99 after coupon for (2) 24oz bags. Now that sounds good right? But to tell if it really is a good deal- I just Google Cinnamon Toast Crunch and click on images. I can see a standard size box and see that it is 12oz. So the Costco price is $.08 per oz which is like paying $.99 for a standard size box at the grocery store. That is a great price and if this was on my list I would grab it for sure. I also love to stock up on garbage bags, Ziploc bags, scrubbing pads, paper towels and toilet paper at Costco. I usually find the best prices when there is a coupon in the coupon book.
The Worst Deals at Costco
Again this is just my opinion and for sure there is something to be said for saving yourself some time shopping. These are the items that I don’t personally find to be a great deal and I typically avoid at Costco.
1. Fresh Meats. The prices at Costco on boneless, skinless chicken, ground beef and steaks in particular tend to be FAR more than I would pay at the grocery store. Note with these items it is very important to watch for sales at your grocery store and stock up and freeze the items. You will save a ton of money and save yourself the hassle of always trying to buy this stuff week after week. If you want something fancy, Costco might be the place for you to buy but for the basic staples I tend to buy at Sprouts or another grocery store on sale. (NOTE: You do need to watch the ads for you area in grocery stores and buy when things are at the cheapest. For example the price of boneless, skinless fresh chicken might be $3.49/lb one week and $1.99/lb the next week.)
Lots of people argue the steaks and beef at Costco are amazing deals. Our family has been consistently disappointed so I can only speak from my personal experience. You might take a look and see what you think.
Exception: The rotisserie chicken is always a great deal at Costco and a nice easy dinner!
2. Personal Care items such as shampoo, conditioner, razors, body wash etc… I personally don’t find these items to be a great deal at Costco. Often they are actually a lot more expensive than just watching for sales at Target or the drugstores. If you don’t mind occasionally clipping a few coupons you can probably get these items much cheaper at the drugstores. One exception is that I tend to buy Nexxus shampoo liters when there is a coupon at Costco. The shampoo is about $10. (Note: even for salon haircare I tend to buy it at Ulta when they run a big sale. I grab two shampoo and two conditioner at Ulta and that will easily last until the next sale. With the coupon, Nexxus conditioner is about $18 at Costco. Just to provide a comparison the Ulta sale mentioned above gets you a comparable product like Matrix for $9.49. A significant savings.
3. Books. I always check out the books at Costco and I snap photos of any books that catch my eye. I will usually keep them on my phone and when the time comes for me to buy a new Kindle book, I pull up the picture and buy the book. I find that Amazon frequently beats the Costco prices on books- especially if you like Kindle versions or paperbacks. Not always but it might be worth checking- you can download the Amazon app for free and actually just scan the bar code on the book to check quickly in store.
4. Cereal. I don’t tend to buy cereal at Costco unless there is a coupon and even with a coupon it isn’t always a great deal. We don’t buy the sugary cereals but I do get regular Cheerios and Kashi when they go on sale. Otherwise usually my grocery store has better prices (even without coupons.)
5. Household Cleaners. Not all the household cleaning items are a great deal at Costco plus you are buying in huge packages. Unless you are the Duggars or you have a small business or something you probably don’t need a lifetime supply of dish soap and Windex plus those packages are very hard to store. Here is an example of the prices I tend to see at Costco on cleaning products:
Tide Laundry Soap is priced at $19.99 for 170oz. That works out to $.11 per oz.
Tide regularly goes on sale for $5.00 (50oz) in my area. That is $.10 per oz. I try to buy Tide 50oz for $3.50- that is with a coupon and store promotion- so .07 per oz.
And you might be saying- well they offer coupons for Tide so that could be a better deal. The last time they ran a coupon book deal on Tide it was $18.49 or $.108 per oz- still more expensive.
So again this doesn’t apply to every single item but it can be worth checking out before you buy.
6. Candy and Treats. I thought I’d put this out there with Halloween around the corner. I don’t buy candy at Costco for two reasons- it is usually much more expensive than stores like Target and Walmart and the quantity is just too much for a standard size family. I love the chocolate covered raisins at Costco (they are seriously the best anywhere) but I find that I eat the entire vat of chocolate covered raisins so I tend to stay away :).
7. Diapers and Wipes. Yikes this is a controversial one and some people absolutely love the Costco brand wipes no matter the price. I have personally compared prices many many times and I always find Costco to be higher then a sale and a coupon at Target.
Pull Ups are $29.99 for 86 at my Costco. That works out to $.35 per Pull Up or like paying $7.70 per pack. At Target the regular price without a sale is $8.99 and I can always print a $2 off Pull Ups coupon. When there is a coupon in the Costco coupon book the prices are better but they still work out to be like paying $6.13 per pack or so – so not really a huge savings. A sale at Target is typically going to get you a better deal. So it doesn’t hurt to do the math before you buy.
8. Office Supplies. With the exception of ink refill cartridges- I don’t find the prices on paper and pens and such to be that great at Costco. The best bet is typically to watch for sales from office supply stores in the weekly ads or to just stock up on your supplies during the dirt cheap back to school sales in July and August every year. You’ll pay pennies on the dollar for your supplies.
9. Fresh Flowers. This is another controversial one. I hear a lot about how cheap flowers are at Costco and I just don’t find that to be the case. My Whole Foods, Farmer’s Market or Sprouts and Safeway all beat Costco prices on fresh flowers. (Update: I gave the flowers a second chance after people insisted they were wonderful. My $10 bouquet lasted precisely one day and then started to die. I will never buy flowers again myself but I am sure this can vary by local provider. You can also return the flowers to Costco for a refund if they die but really who wants to hold on to a dead bouquet and then go to the trouble of fighting your way back into the store for a refund. No thanks.)
Other Perks:
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AND if you do have a gas station at your Costco that alone can be worth the price of membership. When we lived in Seattle I exclusively bought gas at Costco because they always beat out everyone else in price. Now that I am in California, we don’t have gas stations at our store so I do miss those savings.
The deli at Costco is awesome. I am a vegetarian myself but I know people love the hot dogs! Get a fountain drink for $.59, Churros, smoothies or pizza. You can’t beat the prices.
Gift cards can be awesome deals at Costco if you can use them for restaurants, activities and vacations! We occasionally get gift cards to local restaurants for about 20% off the retail price. These can be great gifts during the holidays.
The Pharmacy and the Eye Glass center are also huge perks. We don’t often get prescriptions but I always buy glasses and contacts at Costco- the prices are significantly less than if I bought through my Doctor’s office. If you do need glasses, watch those monthly coupon books. They occasionally offer savings on prescription glasses.
And now it is your turn! What are your favorite deals at Costco and the things you tend to avoid?
Brandon says
Hi Charlene, thanks for the great info. I generally agree with your categorization of items.
With regard to good deals, I would definitely add Kirkland batteries to the list. You have to buy in bulk (like everything else), but I have not noticed a drop off in quality from the name brands and they are WAY cheaper at Costco.
Secondly, I think organic food items are a good deal as well. I have found the organic meats (chicken and ground beef) to be far cheaper than similar organic meats at grocery stores or farmer’s markets. At our local grocery stores, organic chicken breasts are sold for as much as $10/lb. I have found Costco organic eggs to be a good deal in comparison to the $5 per dozen rate in the grocery store for organic eggs.
Charlene says
Yup good point Brandon! We get the eggs too- typically cheaper than I can find anywhere else. The organic produce is awesome too. I find 18oz raspberries for $3.99 at the end of the season. Amazing price 🙂
B says
Although Costco is usually at 5 cents cheaper than a gas station across the street, I refuse to go there anymore because they make me turn my car off before I pump gas. NOBODY does that anymore. They actually have people in vests out there running around making sure you turn your car off. It’s too cold in my part of the country and not worth the 5 cents to me!
Charlene says
Really? Isn’t that funny. I don’t think I have ever seen someone leave their car on to pump gas. It must be a regional difference 🙂 I always thought you had to in order to avoid an accidental spark.
Michelle says
Did you know Costco carries pet meds in their pharmacies? I’m getting ready to pick-up my first prescription for my lab because after calling Costco to get prices I found they are at least (sometimes more) than 50% less than filling the meds at our vet. Another favorite of mine is the giant triangles of Beecher’s cheddar, especially during the holidays! Thanks so much for this list!
Mike says
a big one is movie tickets! Always cheaper, or in the case of kids, maybe the same, YMMV. But in all the places I have lived, 8.50 per ticket is cheaper than all evening tickets by a lot, and maybe a little cheaper for matinees. huge perk. Of course you can always have a friend who has costco gift you tickets and you give them the money…since it emails them electronically.
Trish says
The Organic Honey bears and Almond butter are Half the cost of Trader Joe’s or any other store .
Other best buys
Organic Kirkland butter
Kerrygold butter
Dr Praeger’s spinach potato cakes 75% off and they are sooo good
Dr Bronners Castile soap is about 20% less than Walmart or online but has no soap pump ( great natural body wash or hand soap).
Rotisserie chickens- I usually buy organic but these are such a good deal and I can whip out a good stalk plus a few meals from just one. They are much bigger than the size at most grocery stores. To buy a chicken this size is $15 and these are only 5.99 already cooked.
Martha says
they have the best prices on pharmacy products: vitamins and supplements, contact lens solutions, Dove bar soap. Check the pharmacy prices and compare, you’ll be surprised!
Gloria Borrero says
We have changed from buying grocery every week, to buying only once a month at Costco. For 2 people, we typically used to spend $600 a month! Buying most items in bulk, like the cheese, eggs, Gluten Free Ham for sandwiches, the one in the freezer section comes in 3 – one lb. bags. They are GF and we can freeze what we are not using right away. Did I say I need to get GF foods: , Udi GF Bread, (you get so much more for same $ we used to spend at any other store. There are certain meats we do buy, like the Stew Beef, Pork Chops, and the Kirland Brand Chicken Breasts, found by the meat dept. Vitamins, aspirins, allergy pills, and ProBiotics, are priced great! Compare the name brand to Kirkland brand, they are exactly the same thing. Target is great for this too. Their Simply Balance brand food is normally very good, love Target’s yogurt!
Long story short, we shop big at Costco, then we go to Walmart for some fantastic deals on items we use, and lastly, Target, for the Yogurt and the Trail Mixes and Mixed nuts.
We now stay away from our local Supermarket. That’s where we used to spend too much money.
Ah, I forgot the great price for the Coconut Water at Costco, we buy 4 boxes for the month.
Thanks for the hint about the butter, I did not know it could be frozen! Have you tasted KerryGold cheese? Fantastic! We are happy to say that we are saving over $100 a month buying only one big grocery a month, and buying at Costco. (You are sooo right about the fruit, I refuse to buy fruits at Costco.
Diane says
We buy Dave’s Killer Bread .. can get 2 loaves cheaper than 1 at the grocery. Also the huge iceberg salad mix….even if we don’t eat it all, it is still a lot cheaper than a small bag at the grocery. Frozen chicken strips and fish sticks are another regular purchase for us. Just seems Costco carries a higher quality. Idaho potatoes and sweet onions are another regular purchase.
Charlene says
Dave’s bread is delicious 🙂 I wish my store carried organic potatoes but they only have conventional. The prices on the conventional are great though!
Diana says
the reason why they make you shut your car off when getting gas is for safety reasons
Amanda says
I’ve returned flowers at Costco that have started to die about 4 days after I bought them. They gladly refunded my money and I bought a fresh bouquet at the same Costco that lasted for 12 days.
Charlene says
Yup great tip Amanda! I have considered that before but driving to Costco, fighting my way into the store, waiting in customer service lines, then shopping and waiting in line to pay… I usually figure it isn’t worth it to do all that. But if you need to go again anyway a few days later that is a great idea.
Janet says
i checked Walmart, CVS, Walgreens and Costco for my prescriptions and found I could buy 3 months of both of them at costco for less than one prescription for one month anywhere else.
Ground turkey and rotisserie chicken are great deals as well.
Luci says
Don’t forget, you can freeze chees as well!
s says
1 liter of maple syrup for 12$$$$!!!! how come nobody has mentioned this yet. at any grocery store its between 19-22$. i love the frozen fruit, oil spray, organic peanut butter (12$ for 2 jars 28 oz a jar). i love costco. and a giant 10.00 yummy pizza that anywhere else would be 20$.
Charlene says
Hi S,
Yes the maple syrup is one of our favorites. I mentioned it in the post 🙂
Kathy Fredrickson says
I worked at Costco for years, and I would not trust any other meat department at any other store. I watched the meat get temped and immediately taken to the coolers and the sanitary conditions are spotless. Meat at other stores….no thanks!
Charlene says
Thanks for your feedback Kathy!
KarinK says
I hopped over here from Pinterest – great post! I have a Costco membership but rarely use it because of the travel time. You have reminded me of the things I really need to start buying there again. And the Costco baby wipes – so funny! I was a HUGE fan of them when my kids still wore diapers. I had no idea there was a club for us.
DonD says
We often buy our paper products there. There paper towels, toilet paper, and red “solo” cups are very well priced and are great when compared to most other name brands. I will agree the TP may not be Charmin extra soft..etc, but for the cost difference it is well worth it. Their standard garbage bags are very good and well priced and their parchment paper is awesomely priced as well. Lastly, when timed right some of their clothing (especially children) can be very good deals. I especially like their golf shirts! I would challenge anyone to find another golf shirt from Nike or any other top named clothier that can match the same quality for anywhere near the same price.
Janet says
The pharmacy does have great prices and they’ll also let you use any prescription savings card..they even told me to get one for my dogs meds. I know somebody that works in the deli or whatever it’s called and she said it’s absolutely spotless all the time. I always dread going on the costco costco adventure but once everything is put away I’m a really happy girl..
Kristina says
I want to start off with I love Costco and agree with a lot of items you listed.
I have one item I make a special trip for no matter the urgency. Which is the kirkland baby formula (powder). Omg it’s seriously a steal of a lifetime. Its 17.99 for 2lbs 8oz or just a total of 40oz. That’s almost twice as much for half the price, compared to Similac. And the vitamins, nutrients and minerals are all comparable with other top formula brands. They have a comparison chart right on the back of the tub.
So I preach, suggest this formula to everyone. You won’t be disappointed. 🙂
Charlene says
Hi Kristina,
Yup I used that one too for my second child 🙂 My pediatrician actually recommended it. It is an excellent, excellent value.
Hannah says
I think u r off your rocker with your list of things that are expensive at costco!! U are a want to be blogger and don’t know what the hell u are talking about!! I have been an extrem cuponer for 8 years and I have done the comparison at all of these stores and u are just dead wrong!!!
Ginger says
Hannah… It would be nice if you were to give examples if you are going to make such a statement. Not everyone wants to be an extreme couponer, we just want the best price. Costco is not usually where extreme couponers shop, They don’t take outside coupons, so I would love to know what you are referring to.
kim says
Way different than all of your other comments but I LOVE their clothes/ shoes that they sell. Not for me but for my 6 year old and 13 year old. You have to go in and look quite often becasuse they change alot but puma socks are still wearable two years later and I saved at least four dollars…my daughters shoes that I bought there were only 8 dollars and she has been wearing them almost every day- yet still look brand new!! (the socks were in the coupon book)
Charlene says
Great tip Kim! We occasionally get the Stride Rite tights there and kid’s underwear 🙂
Stephanie Scott says
Great article. I found great deal on Orgain organic protein powder, probiotics and especially the Kirkland brands of the allergy medicine. Those OTC drugs are worth the membership.
I would not recommend getting your cell phone through Costco. It took us 3 different experiences to realize this after each time the very well-meaning employee messed up. We were recently on a plan that cost us $50 more a month than what our provider offered when we bought direct. Once we were sold a phone that didn’t support the plan we wanted (years ago) and it was huge monthly wastes. Nice staff, but either not knowledgeable enough about the various plans and differences.
Teresa says
The light bulbs are a great deal. Returns are great at Costco. No one ever gives you a bad time about returning anything at Costco. It’s great all the way around. The meat is nice and red at Costco if you notice a lot of the other chain stores the meat is a ugly brown color. Can’t beat the meat at Costco. Happy Costco shopper!
Kim says
I’m coming up on my one-year mark as a member, so I got some great deals on my holiday shopping. I snagged a long down-filled jacket for myself for only $49!! It’s the warmest coat I’ve ever owned, light-weight, and fits into a small bag. Thanks for the tips on best deals . . . great information!
Jess Kelting says
Just a tip Foodmaxx price matches local ads. It saves me a trip to three different stores. They price match meat also. That saves me tons on groceries.
Norma walker says
Suggest a good brand cheddar cheese.
raymundo says
If you want to cook with cheese, buy it at the super market.
If you want to build something with cheese, buy it at Costco.
Amanda says
My husband and I bought our furniture from costco, along with our tv, tablet, phone, and laptop. After spending countless hours online and in local furniture/electronic stores, we realized Costco’s quality and prices for those big ticket items cannot be beat.
We also use Costco travel; they have by far the best prices on car rentals and disneyland vacations.
Our Costco just started carrying organic sour cream and cottage cheese. While it is an amazing price, I am disappointed with the ingredients and use of “organic” fillers. However,I love that they carry stringles organic string cheese at a good price. During the off season the price on their organic frozen fruit cannot be beat, at least in my small town.
I wish I could say such great things about their vanilla; to me it tastes like pure alcohol even after cooking/baking. I bought a small bottle of the real stuff from food 4 less that cost more than the big bottle at Costco, and the taste difference was extreme. I’m hoping it changes, but I will not buy it again.
Overall, I love Costco and could not keep up our primarily organic lifestyle without my membership. Lately, their customer service has been lacking, but I can overlook that for the savings.
Sue says
My husband researched hearing aids before buying & ended up at Costco in Orlando. Frank has been AMAZING working to get Ralph to 100%. It’s not just important to get the right product. The customer service (Frank) is the key.
Paula says
Granite countertops were a deal as compared to The big box stores but the selection was more limited. The men’s dress socks are too rough. My husband doesn’t like them. They will be a gift for the homeless on the street corners.
Tim in Canada says
Their meat is expensive but they do have the BEST STRIP LOIN STEAKS IN THE WORLD. You get what you pay for I guess because I found they are so-ooooh tender and tasty (most of the time). Save a few bucks at the grocery store and chew your way through dinner, or pay more at Costco and enjoy tender, tasty, restaurant quality steak. I’ve found if you are cooking to impress, on your outdoor grill, you just can’t beat them.
Penny says
Couldn’t agree more about how quickly fruit spoils. I have tried and tried again. . Always disappointed in quality. Particularly did since I shop at the Issaquah Washington store that is across the street from the corporate headquarters!
Evelyn says
I agree on the optical. Just had prescription from my optometrist $600 in my frames. Costco $99 in my. Frames. It’s a no braner
Baby says
Costco also has a “price policy.” If an item goes on sale within 30 days from your purchase date they will refund the difference! This can add up quickly so keep an eye out!
Sabrina says
This is Great! Wanna do one for Winco? I don’t know if Winco is a huge franchise as Costco though (I’m Canadian0
I’m the one who keep stock of things in my family (I’m not parent) and also I’m the one who tells my pastor what we’ve run out of in church. This will help loads.
Teodoro Perez says
Great accurate report.!. I absolutely agree with your comparisons. Right on the “money” about Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Paper Towels, ALMONDS!.
I Buy the short grain 50 lbs bag of rice for less than $28.99 and that is less than half the cost even at Walmart.
Dishwasher Capsules are another great buy, I think.
thanks
c williams says
Very disappointed in the quality of the 4lb Trail Mix bag I recently purchased. The balance of quality of the smaller snack pouches were always consistent. Plenty of cashews and M & M’s, which have to be the most expensive ingredients. This large bag is 97% peanuts/raisins/almonds and 2% M & M’s and 1% cashews, if that. Very disappointing as you scoop it out of the bag and every scoop is peanuts/raisins/almond with a few pieces of color mixed in. I found two cashews in a sandwich bag full of this trail mix. Maybe it was the one bad bag out of a pallet or seven.