I know convenience is good with the scan and go, BUT Costco keeps people employed by having people working at the registers. Costco pays their employees really well and their benefits are amazing.
I know people think that scan and go apps are reducing jobs, but it's just the jobs you can see. Sam's club is paying programmers to create and manage their apps. Those are higher paying jobs as well. So just because you can't see the person, doesn't mean someone lost a job. It's just a different job.
When I go to sams there are always at least 3 registers open even with scan and go. More during peak shopping hours. Normally I agree with you. Go to the manned register instead of self checkout. But this is one place I make an exception because they do not seem to be cutting jobs as a result.
We have both memberships. Sam’s is cheaper in ways but also has less high quality and organic items. I feel Costco has more organic and cleaner items. I prefer Costco, but my husband likes Sam’s. We will just keep both memberships.
I purchased the Sams Club Plus membership last summer and for our family it was a wise purchase. I enjoy being able to shop early and have the aisles free of other shoppers. Prices for the items we shop for are great, also free shipping and the scan and go are life changing:)
YES! We upgraded to the Sam’s plus at the beginning of the pandemic when we couldn’t find anything and it has been amazing! I wish that we would’ve upgraded years ago! I will always through and through be a Sam’s Club girl. They sell the items that we use and we have never waited in line at Sam’s Club, even before the app! We use the app now typically to save time with not having to take all the items out of the cart and reload them lol! But like today for example - a Saturday, right after our governor announced another flipping lockdown coming next week, just 6 weeks out from Christmas......ZERO LINE!!!! They had tons of employees working to keep things tidy and ensure no lines!!! Costco that is closest to us is a complete and utter absolute insane madhouse 😳
@@kscholz1231 Ugh, so sorry to hear about another lockdown for you! I wouldn't be a bit surprised if we have to do that again here in Michigan. The hospitals are quickly getting to capacity:(
Either scan - PAY - and go or scan is free and for to leave is free and IT HAS ALWAYS BEEN ALTERNATIVLY LEARN ENGLISH OR THINK UNLESS THE ADVERISM WHAT YOU ARE SAYING..... TO LEAVE A SHOP ALSO CALLED FOR A GO HAS ALWAYS BEEN FREE. PLEASE LEARN TO SPEAK PROPERLY. IF YOU DROP WORLD IT WILL COME BACK TO YOU AND THE PRICE TO GO UP IT SHOWES
This is the absolute BEST video I have seen of someone comparing Costco to Sam's Club! Thank you so much for all of your help and time put into this video.
The quality of Costco makes me willing to try new items without fear. On top of their excellent return policies. And I agree with a lot of other comments about treatment of employees at Costco is wonderful. Cousin has been an electrician there for years and maintains a very nice lifestyle for his family of 5.
Yes!! I’ve always been a Costco person but have utilized the crap out of the pickup because of having little ones . Closer to Costco though and easier to get gas for me
Yep! This is why Costco has less of the conveniences than Sam’s Club is because they’re bare bones in other ways so that they can treat their employees well. Sam’s Club aka wal-mart is notorious for treating their employees terribly. Walmart had more employees on food stamps than any other employer in the country - reinvesting the government $ into their own business because they can’t pay their employees enough. ☹️
That is the reason I like Costco better. When in college our kids have all tried to get a job at Costco and they are almost never hireing because the employees never leave! Over all I think this is better for a community to have employees that can make a living wage.
@@shesinherapron Not sure I agree with that. I saw another TH-camr do a side by side taste test of the bakery goods and all but one went to Sam's club. :)
Agree Sam's taste better. Just had Costco croissants dried and burnt. Sam's croissants are freaking awesome. Perfectly cooked, buttery goodness. Each has their own good stuff.
I have all 3 (the other being BJ's) but in the end if I could only have one card it would be Costco. They have more "stuff" other than food. Their bakery is the best by far. And number 1 is they treat their employees really well. Promote from with in, off on holidays etc. I have been shopping at my Costco since it opened over 20 years ago and among their staff I see some of the same people who were there when they opened. That says something in this day and age. Thanks for sharing your views on the two. Have a Blessed day.
As someone who’s always on the go and short of time, Sam’s hands down for me. Love their pickup service and it’s always ready before my designated time so if plans change I can get it earlier. Scan and Go saves me so much time in line!! During Covid lines were to the back of the store and I could just head out when I was done shopping. I’m also a regular online orderer and love having 25# bags shipped free right to my door to help build my food storage:) Thanks for the great comparison video! Love watching your channel:)
Costco's Optical is also excellent...quality, price & service. We have used for many years in several states & is included with any of the memberships. Thanks for all the awesome videos, I am always inspired to be a better homemaker! :)
As someone who also has both memberships, I appreciate this video and your observations so much! The main things that keep me going back to Sam’s are the scan and go and the fact that (at least where I’m at in CA) my Sam’s is never as crowded or as crazy as our Costco. One funny observation from your video - I agree about the awkward milk jug shape - except in my local stores Costco is the one with the weird jugs and Sam’s has the “normal” ones lol. Just goes to show things will differ by region! 😊
Our Costco rewards have paid for our membership for years and has covered a large stock up trip or bigger ticket item. Their return policy is amazing. Gas, tires and battery prices are the lowest in my area and warranty’s are more than fair. When Sams starts treating their employees right, I may reconsider. Until then Costco gets my money.
This is great! Scan and Go is such a huge deal for me just for time savings! Gas is also cheaper at Sams. Like $0.20 / gallon over any gas station near us. We have both memberships - Costco a little further away but they definitely have somethings that are worth the drive once a month - organic meats and other products is a huge deal and hands down better at Costco.
I don’t think Costco will ever have the scan and go because they don’t trust their customers. At the 2 Costco’s I go to they pretty much dig through your cart like they are searching for diamonds to make sure you don’t have something that isn’t on your receipt. I hear people grumble all the time that they upset how your stuff is packed so that you have to repack the boxes
We go to Sam's almost every week. Several things we buy there all the time, and they often have great deals on small appliances and housewares too. I absolutely LOVE the scan and go app too! It is the best to keep us on budget! Our area only has Sam's club. The closest Costco for us is an hour away.
Costco has better quality items made with healthier ingredients, in general. I'd rather pay a bit more for quality. Sam's club has more "popular" junk food, in my opinion - which doesn't fit into my lifestyle. I'm a bit jelly of the spice selections, I'm going to have to borrow someones membership for a stroll down that aisle.Thanks for going through all the work to compare the prices hough, it was interesting to see.
In case anyone doesn’t know, Best Foods Mayonnaise is the exact thing as Hellman’s. It was a marketing decision that Best Foods made when they purchased the Hellman’s brand. What brand you find in your store depends on what part of the country you are in.
That is really great to know and explains so much! I grew up in NY and with Hellman's mayo. When I moved out west I couldn't find Hellman's in the stores so I started buying Best Foods as that was the one I liked best - and now I know why! Thanks!
I have been waiting and watching for this video! I only have a Sam's membership, we had gotten a Costco about 5 years but there were 2 major reasons for not getting a Costco membership. The 1st big reason was they put it on the far west side of the city which is an extra 20 minute drive in horrible traffic to get to which is a headache especially when you want to make a quick trip. The 2nd reason which is really another big reason I did not get a membership at Costco was, I went in to preview 2 different times and that place was a complete mad house each time, you could barely move in the store, I have several friends on that side of town that said it is always like that and I just can't stand to try and shop like that! I was so happy to see that Sam's beat them on price and selection for most everything! Thank you!
Thank you so much for your great comparison of these two stores. I appreciate all the trouble you go to for us in every way. I’m a Sam’s person! For me and the items I purchase regularly, Sam’s is the winner hands down! ❤️
Kimmy I have been waiting for this video! Just want to say I can see how hard you worked on this and all the effort put into it 💕 excellent job. Think I might have to make a trip to Sams...
We recently added a Sam's club membership along with our Costco membership. I'm finding the same things here that you mentioned in your video. I love both, but Sam's wins in a lot of categories. I also like how I can find smaller amounts at Sam's for a lot of things.
Love this!!! I'm obsessed with Target and Costco... But after seeing the cost savings at Sam's Club in this vid, I may need to pick up an additional membership. 😂
That's right! I think it's interesting. I live in Quebec, Canada and we don't have Sam's here but when I went in the US, my impression was that it was a Walmart with bulk stuff but you can't compare sometimes the quality of Costco. I know they choose specifically with Kirkland to produce the very best products, even if it is more expensive. Many family members have been working there for more than 20 years and I have to say, I will always choose Costco just for the good benefits and salary they give to their employees!
@@migneaultamelie7390 I agree 100%. The choices Costco makes ie. Better pay, organic choices, etc. I have a membership to both. I shop at Costco 99% of the time. Both stores are an hour and a half drive for me.
Also,this video was so detailed. Thank you for taking the time to make it for us! Much appreciated. It actually helped me decide to keep my Sam's membership when i was thinking of not using it at all.😆💜💚 Thank you!
I 1000000% AGREE. My husband worked at Sams and they treated him like trashhhhhhhh and then let him go with another employee in the same meeting in the same room. Disgusting. 😠😠
I've been watching Jennifer Chapin for quite some time now, and I've heard her mention you before, but you came through my suggested videos and I'm kicking myself for not coming here sooner ❤️
I’ve been going to Costco for years and love it! Just recently saw a Groupon for a $25 membership to Sam’s, so I have a membership to both. I still prefer Costco way more! Some things are cheaper at Sam’s and others are cheaper at Costco, but overall, Costco IMO is better and once my Sam’s membership ends, I will not renew.
I used to live in Florida, my ex-husband was military and we carried a card to both. It wasn’t until just a few years ago they built a Costco near me ( I have since moved North of Florida). Comparing the two was difficult. Costco built in a higher traffic, heavy stores and housing area. The Sam’s Club is in an area close by, but not AS heavily trafficked, but has been a staple for over 25 years prior to the opening of the Costco. The initial prices for the Costco membership was way higher than the Sam’s Club membership at the time. Since then, Sam’s Club basic membership is $45 or $55, while Costco’s is $60. Sam’s club plus membership is $100 and Cosco‘s executive membership is $120 in my area, they have gone down. I enjoy shopping both as one offers brands/products the other doesn’t, but membership prices and products vary by state/area.
I shopped at Sams for years and then my city got a Costco so we’ve been shopping there for the past few years. Your video made me miss Sams Club! From what I remember I would say that Sams club has more variety but Costco has better quality items. This video was very interesting!
Hands down we’re Sam’s club in our house. Just the everyday shopping. The variety of members mark brand. I prefer their cakes over Costco. There’s more choices with designs. I also like their clothing especially for the kiddos. They frequently have clearance and I stock up for my 2 kids.
I also love the clothes at Sam's. Their clearance is great. I joke that most of my clothing comes from Sam's clearance. I also get my grandchildren clothing there.
We live over an hour away, from a Sam's or a Costco, so we only go a couple times a year. I love both, but I will say, the employees at Costco, seem more pleasant, and helpful. Also, because of the cost of the memberships, and our infrequent use, we have a Sam's membership, and just purchase a few hundred dollars, worth of Costco gift cards, at $25 each. At Costco, they allow you to shop, without a membership, if you have a gift card. So, $200 in gift cards, is eight trips.
After watching the entire video and seeing what items you broke down, I am glad I am now in a Sam's area. I won't miss Costco as much as I thought I would. Thanks again.
I live in Hawaii and have both Sam's and Costco memberships. I do have the Plus membership at Sam's. It is worth the extra cost for the free shipping alone...mainland prices and no shipping costs...big deal in Hawaii. Both stores have items that the other doesn't, so I definitely need both memberships. Great job on the comparison info. Christel
What a great video!! I'm so glad someone finally did a video comparing these two! You did so much work on this one and I thank you! We only have a Sam's near us so that's where we go. But seriously, thank you! ♥️
I have both Sams Club and Costco... Love that Sams Club has the drive up order option especially during these times with COVID. BUT love Costco because they have alot more healthier options and items for specific diets/allergies.
I don't have a Sam's club near me so I don't have to choose, but I did want to second some of your requests to Costco: PLEASE do online order and pickup! Instacart is very handy but it's significantly more expensive. It would be SUPER nice to be able to go back and look at my receipts to compare prices over time. I also agree with the commenters who support Costco because they are an excellent employer, whereas WalMart/Sam's has had major reputation issues in the past in this regard (although I haven't checked recently). Thanks for all the work you put into this video!
At our Costco, you can buy milk a single gallon at a time. I have both memberships, I like the way my Costco has their warehouse organized, its easier to navigate than Sam's.
We’re a plus member at Sam’s club...since COVID we use the free delivery on the website...I love love it!! It comes quickly (no food). Before plus it was a business member (we’ve been members for many many years!). AND we do contactless pick up at Sam’s club. You order show up tell them what spot I’m in and they’ll come and bring it to your car.
Our Sam’s offers curbside pickup which is a benefit to me. Shopping online saves me from impulse buying. Never shopped at Costco because it’s further than I want to drive(our Sam’s is less than 2 miles from me). Love your videos.
Good morning! Hope this day finds you well. I honestly shop at both like you. I have an executive membership at costco which is great for the money you get back. I also shop with Sam's for the variety. Their shipping is useful and either free or just slightly higher than in the store. It saves me from lugging a lot stuff like pet foods in bulk and laundry soaps (for examples). I'm getting lazy lol.
I had a Sam’s membership and switched to Costco this year but I think I’m going back to Sam’s. I just love the convenience of ordering online and picking it up (or sending hubby to get it). If Costco had that option, I might stay with them because of their organic selection.
Yes, Costco is closed on major holidays 👍 but everyone still goes to shop black Friday, starting Thursday.. worked in retail, and couldn't believe how many people run into stores to buy and roam instead of having dinner, and being thankful for what they have.. (for sales that are no better than what stores usually have during the year) It was required for us to work Thursday/Friday/Saturday and anyone over 18 were scheduled from 12am to next day..😔
I have both and when I live near one I get a BJ’s membership. Two of us here and I have the cash rewards for both Costco and Sams. We love the fuel we can get cheaper. But both stores don’t have diesel. I generally use these stores for cases of canned goods to stockpile. Costco has more organic produce which I buy. Clothing is usually a deal at either store. Magazines!
I want to thank you for putting in the time and effort to make this video Kimmy! I can tell this took WORK to make and it really is so informative and helpful! I’ve been watching your Instagram stories and other videos and with your busy schedule, I’m just so in awe that you can still produce high quality videos like this! I always look forward to your content, especially during this crazy time. Watching your videos and allowing us in your home provides me with the warmth and normalcy that is needed! THANK YOU! 💜
Thank you for all your hard work on this. I wish I had a Sam's Club in South Orange County, CA (San Clemente) but only a Costco about 7 miles north of me. I differ with a couple of your comparisons ie: Kirkland "Organic" Chicken "Stock" vs Sam's club chicken "broth". Big difference between Stock and Broth and also Kirkland's is Organic so obviously more expensive. Also, the canned black bean comparison. Costco's is "organic" vs Sam's is not. So not comparable comparisons in my eyes. But again great job and thank you for all your hard work on this video. Really opened my eyes up. Maybe we'll get a Sam's down here in San Clemente some day.
I noticed the broth/stock comparison, too. With the beans, I am pretty sure on package had 6 cans and the other had 8. This is in no way meant to be derogatory. I absolutely appreciate the immense amount of work you did to bring us this video.
I cannot stand how Costco is so busy and getting run over with carts by rude people is not worth it to me anymore. Not to mention the parking lot is a freeway. Sam's gets busy but not nearly as bad as Costco. I also like how you can use credit cards at Sam's. But I still love Costco's merchandise.
I watched with interest! Long ago (5 years) I had each of them. Now we have neither, but I’ve always wondered which I would choose now. I agree with you on meats and organic = Costco! But I liked a lot of the areas you liked Sam’s best, variety in specialty items and convenience. We ONLY use Walmart’s free pickup for Covids sake, and having that available would be the deal breaker. Thanks for sharing
Sam's club is Walmart. Costco is an independent, publicly traded retailer. Sam's Club is a subsidiary of Walmart. A membership to Sam's Club is slightly cheaper than at Costco ($45 per year, as of 2019). 6 Costco offers a wider range of products than Sam's Club, and has many more locations.
I have been to both but I feel Costco is higher in quality. I also have a couple of friends that work for the company and are happy with the company and benefits they offer.
You are very fortunate to have both nearby! The closest Sam's Club is more than an hour drive from where I live and Costco is even further at 2.5 hours. Needless to say, I do my shopping at Wal-Mart and Aldi. which are both within 30 miles. I do appreciate the info though. I love to see inside those stores (I have never been in one) - so more videos please!!!love!!!!
We do memberships to both, as they both are 5 minutes from our house. I love both for different reasons. Sam's Club: better prices; much more variety on things like spices, sauce, pantry staples; many more of our family fav's; Scan & Go app; order ahead online and just pick up the order. Costco: we have the Citibank Costco card so we earn on everything we use the card for- it pays for our annual membership and we also get a nice check to shop with; Kirkland brands are fantastic quality; specialty items like cheeses, chicken kabobs, half hams; absolutely BEST gas prices around our area; best prices on vitamins and OTC meds. I truly love both, I just have different things I get at each. And because we have the Citibank Costco card, I still get annual earnings on whatever I buy at Sam's too.
I love Sam’s! We spend about 10 grand a year there. We get almost everything there... food, tires, electronics, clothes. It’s our go to for everything.
We considered both places but there's only 1 location near us for Costco and 3 nearby for Sam's. They're all an hour away so determining factor for us was cost of membership and how many locations were near us. We chose Sam's and got the 100 dollar membership. We have only gone 3 times as we've only just started the membership but we love it
We have both and they both have their pros and cons. We have been able to get 5 packs of Clorox wipes and 3 packs o Lysol pretty regular Sams, as well as gloves, masks and the plastic face shields. Scan and go is a huge plus, and I have say for convenience especially with the virus surge here in Montana Sams wins with their curbside pick up! And as a plus member I can pick up as early as 7 am!!
I agree 100% with you. Our purchases with the executive membership more than pays for the membership. We also have the Sams basic membership. I generally like themebersmark over the Kirklands brand. We buy the individually wrapped and frozen chicken breast since we have a small family and I love it. Our Sams fresh meat is much better than Costco’s but I feel it’s due to the local butcher.our Sams doesn’t have gas so that’s Costco for the win!!
For us, we started, just this year, with a basic Sam's Club membership. We kept an eye on the price of the higher membership and they kept lowering it. We ended up getting it for $20 less than the regular price. So, while I am like you where I want to go in and see, when they are running a sale on something I know I will use and I don't need it asap, I can get it shipped to me. I just picked up a 25lb ap flour from Wal-Mart at $5.05 in Michigan. By the way...that blue on you is FABULOUS!
Thank you for making this video...we all can tell you put a lot of time and effort into it...this past Sept was the first time I've ever been to a Sam's club...we live in Rural Missouri...the nearest one is over an hour away...I've never been to a Costco...That's close to two hours away from where we live...Sam's club was amazing...would we go back...I don't know...but, the experience was fun.
Where I'm from we have 3 Sam's and 1 Costco so far. I have a Membership to both and like both for different reasons. But I've had Sam's years longer. So still getting used to Costco. Thanks for the video.
I have had both, plus the other major club of BJ's. We dropped our Sam's many years ago because of financial issues. I can't say I've missed it. BJ's gets me better prices and coupons on more stuff I actually use over Costco (plus I can also use manufacturers coupons there.) However we've also kept Costco because it's so close to our house that the gas savings are more than enough to pay for the membership. I also can get my probiotic from the pharmacy and it's cheaper than anywhere else with coupons. Kimmie, if y'all were to move to the Carolina's in the future, you'll have to find somewhere close to a BJ's. The couponing is phenomenal! (Ex. Cetaphil lotion comes in a two pack. It's roughly $20. BJ's runs their own coupon for $4-5 off, then manufacturers coupon is $2 off. You use BJ's coupon and TWO manufacturers coupons for an $8-9 savings, bringing the total down to less than one smaller bottle costs anywhere else.) BJ's also GREATLY reduce prices when they get down to the last few boxes of items. (Ex. $30 skillet for $5-8; Waterpik replacement heads reduced to $5-6 and use coupons to bring it to $1 or free)
Where I live I don't have a choice between Sam's Club or Costco...so I only know the Sam's side of things, but it is fun to watch when you shop at Costco. I not sure why your Sam's club is the "old fashioned way" I know at my Sam's Club they scan everything right there in your cart and your on your way~ they don't have the scan as you shop method as of yet at my area store. But there are signs up that it is coming in the spring of 2022. The shop online line feature and then go pick up has an additional fee where I live also of like $34.99 but if you have a Sam's Plus Membership it is free and with the Plus membership you can have it delivered to your home. For a limited time last year when the COVID pandemic was at it's highest Sam's Club offered the delivery to your home for all Sams club members for free and I did try it once but only once. We ordered produce and fruits and I don't know who they had picking out our fresh fruit and produce but most of it was spoiled or had mold on it. Making me take it back to the store, defeating the purpose of me staying home~for me it just wasn't worth the hassel. But I guess with all the complaints that is no longer an option in my area and delivery is no longer available.
GREAT JOB...THOROUGH...I've only had membership at Sam's Club, I enjoy Sam's Club too but I'm curious about Costco...hmmm, may have to pay a visit. Thanks so much for sharing.
We have the PLUS membership at Sam's Club. It is so worth it to me. I like getting free shipping, early shopping (especially during Covid), and the cash rewards. We had the basic membership for years and I wish I would have done the plus years ago because I shop thier often and that cash rewards adds up for sure.
Thanks for taking the time to do this. I have both memberships as well love scan and go it’s a game changer and Sams is cheaper but how I love Costco lol.
Had only Sam's when I lived in Texas. I ended up driving 2 hours to the nearest Costco. I just didn't feel the quality was as good and I appreciate all the organic options at Costco. 🙂
We only do Sams Club right now, we don't even go every month and we still earned enough rewards to cover our membership renewal. I like the Walmart and Target comparison. I would prefer to shop Target and Costco for everything, but my budget requires me to stick with Walmart and Sam's Club during this season of life with four teens and preteens.😜
Wow what a great video, thank you. I don't even shop much at Costco but I still find the membership is absolutely worth it. I don't like Sam's or Walmart at all so I just don't shop there. Thank you for putting so much time and effort into comparing.
Thank You so much for doing this video! As someone who has neither store locally, I've been wondering which one would be the better one to do "on-line/shipping" from. We'd have to travel over an hour to shop at either store in a much larger metro area, and the thought of weekend crowds is a huge deterrent. As some on here are, I too am a big proponent of shopping local when possible, but we're down to just one grocery store, and they don't always carry the items you need when making recipes. Thanks again, and stay safe!
We have both memberships, and will likely keep them both. Like you, we go to them for different things. Sam’s Club has saved us through the pandemic. When we couldn’t get grocery delivery anymore in our small town, we could still get all the basics for pickup at Sam’s. Not the same at our Costco. We also like Sam’s selection of Christian books and Bibles. We have a lot of organic produce at our Sam’s as well. But birthday cake. Christmas gifts and clothes... Costco all the way! :). Thank you for a fantastic video!
Some of the price differences are because one product is organic and one isn’t. You need to factor that in ;) but GREAT very informative video , lots of hard work done on this one I can tell.
Yes, you might pay more for special things like organic or higher quality, but I think it is worth looking purely at price point for people trying to minimize their grocery bill. It depends on priorities.
I live in a rule Oklahoma. Sams’s is 1hr 22mins away while Costco is 1hr 50mins away.. I’m voting Sam’s cause it closer & I don’t have to go on the other side of OKC. I think it’s a personal preference and what you like from each store. We do a lot of Online ordering, every few months we Go in the store for items they won’t ship. It’s a full day of Sam’s lol. Great video!!
I prefer Costco because I don't like Walmart since the kids took over when Sam died. They are greedy, no longer care about their employees, they have forgotten Sam's American made policy.
I really wish I had a Costco near me. I live in Central Nebraska and the closet one to me is 3 hours away. I do sams club for the most part because my sams is only an 1 hour away. I have been also using the one sams club membership that is $55/year because i can get stuff shipped to my house and it's free shipping. This has definitely been a game changer!
Wow! Great video, Kimmy, you did a LOT of research on this for us! I don't have a Sam's Club nearby, (I live in Canada) but I am interested in the health and beauty/ pharmacy side of things. Our local Costco can be competitive, but I find that I really have to know my prices.
I first joined Costco because there wasn't a Sams anywhere near me. This was in Washington and it was where the business offices were and they were always trying out new things. Moved to Wyoming and nearest Sams was an hour and a half away so I joined. The nearest Costco over 2 hours away. I did belong to both for a while. Moved to Alaska a year ago. Used to have a Sams but they moved out and Costco took over. I really like Costco better than Sams but I know you can get different stuff at each store.
Just wanted to let you know that if you have a Plus membership at Sam’s you do get cash back once a year. I can’t remember the percentage but it is always more than the cost of my membership.
Kimmy, you did SO much work to put this all together. We only have Costco here in Spokane, WA. After seeing this I’d definitely go to Sams if we had one.
I've never been to a Costco but would like to. So I can't compare. My Sam's Club only started using the oddly shaped milk jugs after covid started. The new drive up is nice, and more. Enjoyed this video 👍
Oh my gosh!!!! This could not have come at a better time. I just had a Costco open up a few weeks ago. Iv never been and want to see whats it all about! We currently are Sams Club card holders!
Costco No doubt Better selection of everything their prices are a little higher ,but when you need help there’s always someone around. Another plus Costco has a great No hassle return policy ,even if you’ve had it for six months and it stopped working I’ve had a problem returning .I was amazed the selection that Costco has compared to Sam’s seem like night and day
We got both as well, even though they are on opposite sides of town. I like both for different reasons. And we earn our money back year over year on both.
I have one Costco and one sams near me. Sams is 45min drive. Costco is 1hr and 20 min. I also have a bjs wholesale store close like sams is. I just bring myself to drive that far to Costco everytime I want to go. I have gone once to Costco and this particular location did not impress me compared to the shop with me videos I've watched. But because of your hard work on this video I did just get a sams membership. And I will keep both bjs, and sams. Each one as things the other don't. But most things r cheaper at sams for sure.
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You can tell that this video took so much work, much appreciated! 🙌🏼 this was so helpful!
Thank you
Agreed. Super helpful !
I agree as well!!! we have been debating memberships.. and we had a sams in the past and now we have a Costco just a few miles away!!
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I know convenience is good with the scan and go, BUT Costco keeps people employed by having people working at the registers. Costco pays their employees really well and their benefits are amazing.
I know people think that scan and go apps are reducing jobs, but it's just the jobs you can see. Sam's club is paying programmers to create and manage their apps. Those are higher paying jobs as well. So just because you can't see the person, doesn't mean someone lost a job. It's just a different job.
When I go to sams there are always at least 3 registers open even with scan and go. More during peak shopping hours.
Normally I agree with you. Go to the manned register instead of self checkout. But this is one place I make an exception because they do not seem to be cutting jobs as a result.
We have both memberships. Sam’s is cheaper in ways but also has less high quality and organic items. I feel Costco has more organic and cleaner items. I prefer Costco, but my husband likes Sam’s. We will just keep both memberships.
I purchased the Sams Club Plus membership last summer and for our family it was a wise purchase. I enjoy being able to shop early and have the aisles free of other shoppers. Prices for the items we shop for are great, also free shipping and the scan and go are life changing:)
YES! We upgraded to the Sam’s plus at the beginning of the pandemic when we couldn’t find anything and it has been amazing! I wish that we would’ve upgraded years ago! I will always through and through be a Sam’s Club girl. They sell the items that we use and we have never waited in line at Sam’s Club, even before the app! We use the app now typically to save time with not having to take all the items out of the cart and reload them lol! But like today for example - a Saturday, right after our governor announced another flipping lockdown coming next week, just 6 weeks out from Christmas......ZERO LINE!!!! They had tons of employees working to keep things tidy and ensure no lines!!! Costco that is closest to us is a complete and utter absolute insane madhouse 😳
@@kscholz1231 Ugh, so sorry to hear about another lockdown for you! I wouldn't be a bit surprised if we have to do that again here in Michigan. The hospitals are quickly getting to capacity:(
Either scan - PAY - and go or scan is free and for to leave is free and IT HAS ALWAYS BEEN ALTERNATIVLY LEARN ENGLISH OR THINK UNLESS THE ADVERISM WHAT YOU ARE SAYING.....
TO LEAVE A SHOP ALSO CALLED FOR A GO HAS ALWAYS BEEN FREE. PLEASE LEARN TO SPEAK PROPERLY. IF YOU DROP WORLD IT WILL COME BACK TO YOU AND THE PRICE TO GO UP IT SHOWES
This is the absolute BEST video I have seen of someone comparing Costco to Sam's Club! Thank you so much for all of your help and time put into this video.
Costco has higher quality items (organic, paleo, keto) and great clothes. Sam's is cheap and great for junk food(s).
The quality of Costco makes me willing to try new items without fear. On top of their excellent return policies. And I agree with a lot of other comments about treatment of employees at Costco is wonderful. Cousin has been an electrician there for years and maintains a very nice lifestyle for his family of 5.
Love the way Sam's club has catered to its customers during the pandemic. Their curbside pickup is awesome.
Yes!! I’ve always been a Costco person but have utilized the crap out of the pickup because of having little ones . Closer to Costco though and easier to get gas for me
"It's like picking your favorite child" I laughed out loud 🤣
Costco is better to their employees. Costco employees get paid more and Costco is closed on major holidays.
18 year Costco employee here and I approve this message!
Yep! This is why Costco has less of the conveniences than Sam’s Club is because they’re bare bones in other ways so that they can treat their employees well. Sam’s Club aka wal-mart is notorious for treating their employees terribly. Walmart had more employees on food stamps than any other employer in the country - reinvesting the government $ into their own business because they can’t pay their employees enough. ☹️
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Costco is unionized and that’s why they pay more and get holidays. Sam’s club is not unionized. I think most people like Costco more.
That is the reason I like Costco better. When in college our kids have all tried to get a job at Costco and they are almost never hireing because the employees never leave! Over all I think this is better for a community to have employees that can make a living wage.
Sam’s is obviously cheaper and more convenient but Costco is just overall better on quality and service.
Agree
@@shesinherapron Not sure I agree with that. I saw another TH-camr do a side by side taste test of the bakery goods and all but one went to Sam's club. :)
Agree Sam's taste better. Just had Costco croissants dried and burnt. Sam's croissants are freaking awesome. Perfectly cooked, buttery goodness. Each has their own good stuff.
I agree on both counts.
I have all 3 (the other being BJ's) but in the end if I could only have one card it would be Costco. They have more "stuff" other than food. Their bakery is the best by far. And number 1 is they treat their employees really well. Promote from with in, off on holidays etc. I have been shopping at my Costco since it opened over 20 years ago and among their staff I see some of the same people who were there when they opened. That says something in this day and age. Thanks for sharing your views on the two. Have a Blessed day.
As someone who’s always on the go and short of time, Sam’s hands down for me. Love their pickup service and it’s always ready before my designated time so if plans change I can get it earlier. Scan and Go saves me so much time in line!! During Covid lines were to the back of the store and I could just head out when I was done shopping. I’m also a regular online orderer and love having 25# bags shipped free right to my door to help build my food storage:) Thanks for the great comparison video! Love watching your channel:)
Costco's Optical is also excellent...quality, price & service. We have used for many years in several states & is included with any of the memberships.
Thanks for all the awesome videos, I am always inspired to be a better homemaker! :)
As someone who also has both memberships, I appreciate this video and your observations so much! The main things that keep me going back to Sam’s are the scan and go and the fact that (at least where I’m at in CA) my Sam’s is never as crowded or as crazy as our Costco. One funny observation from your video - I agree about the awkward milk jug shape - except in my local stores Costco is the one with the weird jugs and Sam’s has the “normal” ones lol. Just goes to show things will differ by region! 😊
Think of Jug as “ Packaging “ Rt ??
For example ; Toys - 😵💫
Our Costco rewards have paid for our membership for years and has covered a large stock up trip or bigger ticket item. Their return policy is amazing. Gas, tires and battery prices are the lowest in my area and warranty’s are more than fair.
When Sams starts treating their employees right, I may reconsider. Until then Costco gets my money.
This is great! Scan and Go is such a huge deal for me just for time savings! Gas is also cheaper at Sams. Like $0.20 / gallon over any gas station near us. We have both memberships - Costco a little further away but they definitely have somethings that are worth the drive once a month - organic meats and other products is a huge deal and hands down better at Costco.
I don’t think Costco will ever have the scan and go because they don’t trust their customers. At the 2 Costco’s I go to they pretty much dig through your cart like they are searching for diamonds to make sure you don’t have something that isn’t on your receipt. I hear people grumble all the time that they upset how your stuff is packed so that you have to repack the boxes
My Costco just reinstalled the self check outs.
We go to Sam's almost every week. Several things we buy there all the time, and they often have great deals on small appliances and housewares too. I absolutely LOVE the scan and go app too! It is the best to keep us on budget! Our area only has Sam's club. The closest Costco for us is an hour away.
Costco has better quality items made with healthier ingredients, in general. I'd rather pay a bit more for quality. Sam's club has more "popular" junk food, in my opinion - which doesn't fit into my lifestyle. I'm a bit jelly of the spice selections, I'm going to have to borrow someones membership for a stroll down that aisle.Thanks for going through all the work to compare the prices hough, it was interesting to see.
i feel like most members mark stuff is less expensive than kirkland, but i trust the kirkland brand to have higher quality items
In case anyone doesn’t know, Best Foods Mayonnaise is the exact thing as Hellman’s. It was a marketing decision that Best Foods made when they purchased the Hellman’s brand. What brand you find in your store depends on what part of the country you are in.
That is really great to know and explains so much! I grew up in NY and with Hellman's mayo. When I moved out west I couldn't find Hellman's in the stores so I started buying Best Foods as that was the one I liked best - and now I know why! Thanks!
I have been waiting and watching for this video! I only have a Sam's membership, we had gotten a Costco about 5 years but there were 2 major reasons for not getting a Costco membership. The 1st big reason was they put it on the far west side of the city which is an extra 20 minute drive in horrible traffic to get to which is a headache especially when you want to make a quick trip. The 2nd reason which is really another big reason I did not get a membership at Costco was, I went in to preview 2 different times and that place was a complete mad house each time, you could barely move in the store, I have several friends on that side of town that said it is always like that and I just can't stand to try and shop like that! I was so happy to see that Sam's beat them on price and selection for most everything! Thank you!
Thank you so much for your great comparison of these two stores. I appreciate all the trouble you go to for us in every way. I’m a Sam’s person! For me and the items I purchase regularly, Sam’s is the winner hands down! ❤️
Kimmy I have been waiting for this video! Just want to say I can see how hard you worked on this and all the effort put into it 💕 excellent job. Think I might have to make a trip to Sams...
We recently added a Sam's club membership along with our Costco membership. I'm finding the same things here that you mentioned in your video. I love both, but Sam's wins in a lot of categories. I also like how I can find smaller amounts at Sam's for a lot of things.
For me comparing Sam's and Costco is like comparing Walmart and Target.
I always think that when watching these. It is two different experiences.
Love this!!!
I'm obsessed with Target and Costco... But after seeing the cost savings at Sam's Club in this vid, I may need to pick up an additional membership. 😂
That's right! I think it's interesting. I live in Quebec, Canada and we don't have Sam's here but when I went in the US, my impression was that it was a Walmart with bulk stuff but you can't compare sometimes the quality of Costco. I know they choose specifically with Kirkland to produce the very best products, even if it is more expensive. Many family members have been working there for more than 20 years and I have to say, I will always choose Costco just for the good benefits and salary they give to their employees!
@@migneaultamelie7390 I agree 100%. The choices Costco makes ie. Better pay, organic choices, etc. I have a membership to both. I shop at Costco 99% of the time. Both stores are an hour and a half drive for me.
Well Walmart and Sam’s are the same company so pretty much.
Also,this video was so detailed. Thank you for taking the time to make it for us! Much appreciated.
It actually helped me decide to keep my Sam's membership when i was thinking of not using it at all.😆💜💚
Thank you!
I am obsessed with the Scan and Go app at Sam’s!!
It’s the best!!!!
We did that for the fire time last night!!!! Freaking awesome!!!!❤️
Me too.. love the scan and go
Its the best. Used to have costco.. now hooked on sams just for the less line and scan n go.amazing
You can use it at the gas station too. It’s most useful there. My local Sam’s club lacks a gas station 😡. I know have Costco.
Sams should learn to care for their employees the way Costco does!!!
I 1000000% AGREE. My husband worked at Sams and they treated him like trashhhhhhhh and then let him go with another employee in the same meeting in the same room. Disgusting. 😠😠
@@vronyo16 maybe they “let him go” because he was a slacker
I've been watching Jennifer Chapin for quite some time now, and I've heard her mention you before, but you came through my suggested videos and I'm kicking myself for not coming here sooner ❤️
I’m so glad you came!’ Welcome!
I’ve been going to Costco for years and love it! Just recently saw a Groupon for a $25 membership to Sam’s, so I have a membership to both. I still prefer Costco way more! Some things are cheaper at Sam’s and others are cheaper at Costco, but overall, Costco IMO is better and once my Sam’s membership ends, I will not renew.
My daddy owned many convenient stores and I remember growing up taking trips to Sams so he could restock his stores. Sams is the OG of wholesales.
Costco Founded in 1976
Sam's Club Founded in 1983
I used to live in Florida, my ex-husband was military and we carried a card to both. It wasn’t until just a few years ago they built a Costco near me ( I have since moved North of Florida). Comparing the two was difficult. Costco built in a higher traffic, heavy stores and housing area. The Sam’s Club is in an area close by, but not AS heavily trafficked, but has been a staple for over 25 years prior to the opening of the Costco. The initial prices for the Costco membership was way higher than the Sam’s Club membership at the time. Since then, Sam’s Club basic membership is $45 or $55, while Costco’s is $60. Sam’s club plus membership is $100 and Cosco‘s executive membership is $120 in my area, they have gone down. I enjoy shopping both as one offers brands/products the other doesn’t, but membership prices and products vary by state/area.
I shopped at Sams for years and then my city got a Costco so we’ve been shopping there for the past few years. Your video made me miss Sams Club! From what I remember I would say that Sams club has more variety but Costco has better quality items. This video was very interesting!
Hands down we’re Sam’s club in our house. Just the everyday shopping. The variety of members mark brand. I prefer their cakes over Costco. There’s more choices with designs. I also like their clothing especially for the kiddos. They frequently have clearance and I stock up for my 2 kids.
I also love the clothes at Sam's. Their clearance is great. I joke that most of my clothing comes from Sam's clearance. I also get my grandchildren clothing there.
We live over an hour away, from a Sam's or a Costco, so we only go a couple times a year. I love both, but I will say, the employees at Costco, seem more pleasant, and helpful. Also, because of the cost of the memberships, and our infrequent use, we have a Sam's membership, and just purchase a few hundred dollars, worth of Costco gift cards, at $25 each. At Costco, they allow you to shop, without a membership, if you have a gift card. So, $200 in gift cards, is eight trips.
After watching the entire video and seeing what items you broke down, I am glad I am now in a Sam's area. I won't miss Costco as much as I thought I would. Thanks again.
I live in Hawaii and have both Sam's and Costco memberships. I do have the Plus membership at Sam's. It is worth the extra cost for the free shipping alone...mainland prices and no shipping costs...big deal in Hawaii. Both stores have items that the other doesn't, so I definitely need both memberships. Great job on the comparison info. Christel
We only have Sams. So I’m glad to see all the good stuff they had!
What a great video!! I'm so glad someone finally did a video comparing these two! You did so much work on this one and I thank you! We only have a Sam's near us so that's where we go. But seriously, thank you! ♥️
I have both Sams Club and Costco... Love that Sams Club has the drive up order option especially during these times with COVID. BUT love Costco because they have alot more healthier options and items for specific diets/allergies.
I don't have a Sam's club near me so I don't have to choose, but I did want to second some of your requests to Costco: PLEASE do online order and pickup! Instacart is very handy but it's significantly more expensive. It would be SUPER nice to be able to go back and look at my receipts to compare prices over time. I also agree with the commenters who support Costco because they are an excellent employer, whereas WalMart/Sam's has had major reputation issues in the past in this regard (although I haven't checked recently). Thanks for all the work you put into this video!
At our Costco, you can buy milk a single gallon at a time. I have both memberships, I like the way my Costco has their warehouse organized, its easier to navigate than Sam's.
We’re a plus member at Sam’s club...since COVID we use the free delivery on the website...I love love it!! It comes quickly (no food). Before plus it was a business member (we’ve been members for many many years!). AND we do contactless pick up at Sam’s club. You order show up tell them what spot I’m in and they’ll come and bring it to your car.
Our Sam’s offers curbside pickup which is a benefit to me. Shopping online saves me from impulse buying. Never shopped at Costco because it’s further than I want to drive(our Sam’s is less than 2 miles from me). Love your videos.
Perfect timing. I have a Costco membership and my hubby was talking about getting a Sams membership this morning!!!
The savings cost on items at Sam's is crazy!!.... Definitely thinking of getting Sam's as well.
Do it! Come to the dark side they also have cookies 🤣
"They have cookies" i busted out laughing.
Good morning! Hope this day finds you well. I honestly shop at both like you. I have an executive membership at costco which is great for the money you get back. I also shop with Sam's for the variety. Their shipping is useful and either free or just slightly higher than in the store. It saves me from lugging a lot stuff like pet foods in bulk and laundry soaps (for examples). I'm getting lazy lol.
I have both for many years and I love them, i am 100% agree with your comparison and definitely Sams is my winner, thank you for sharing 🤩
I had a Sam’s membership and switched to Costco this year but I think I’m going back to Sam’s. I just love the convenience of ordering online and picking it up (or sending hubby to get it). If Costco had that option, I might stay with them because of their organic selection.
Best part of having a Sam plus membership is you can order 1 item and get free delivery to your house. We live an hour away so that’s important to us.
Yes I just ordered a $4 bottle of Einstein everything bagel seasoning to be shipped and nothing else. Pretty awesome perk!
Yes, Costco is closed on major holidays 👍 but everyone still goes to shop black Friday, starting Thursday.. worked in retail, and couldn't believe how many people run into stores to buy and roam instead of having dinner, and being thankful for what they have.. (for sales that are no better than what stores usually have during the year)
It was required for us to work Thursday/Friday/Saturday and anyone over 18 were scheduled from 12am to next day..😔
Sams is also closed of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and new years
I have both and when I live near one I get a BJ’s membership. Two of us here and I have the cash rewards for both Costco and Sams. We love the fuel we can get cheaper. But both stores don’t have diesel. I generally use these stores for cases of canned goods to stockpile. Costco has more organic produce which I buy. Clothing is usually a deal at either store. Magazines!
BJ's was great.. we had them in VA.. they did a military discount
I watched 2 other videos about this comparison and your video is by far the most in depth. Thanks!
I want to thank you for putting in the time and effort to make this video Kimmy! I can tell this took WORK to make and it really is so informative and helpful! I’ve been watching your Instagram stories and other videos and with your busy schedule, I’m just so in awe that you can still produce high quality videos like this!
I always look forward to your content, especially during this crazy time. Watching your videos and allowing us in your home provides me with the warmth and normalcy that is needed! THANK YOU! 💜
Sabrina thank you so much!❤️
Thank you for all your hard work on this. I wish I had a Sam's Club in South Orange County, CA (San Clemente) but only a Costco about 7 miles north of me. I differ with a couple of your comparisons ie: Kirkland "Organic" Chicken "Stock" vs Sam's club chicken "broth". Big difference between Stock and Broth and also Kirkland's is Organic so obviously more expensive. Also, the canned black bean comparison. Costco's is "organic" vs Sam's is not. So not comparable comparisons in my eyes. But again great job and thank you for all your hard work on this video. Really opened my eyes up. Maybe we'll get a Sam's down here in San Clemente some day.
I noticed the broth/stock comparison, too. With the beans, I am pretty sure on package had 6 cans and the other had 8. This is in no way meant to be derogatory. I absolutely appreciate the immense amount of work you did to bring us this video.
Been with both, prefer Sam’s Club!! Their snacks area and their spice aisle really won it for me!
I cannot stand how Costco is so busy and getting run over with carts by rude people is not worth it to me anymore. Not to mention the parking lot is a freeway. Sam's gets busy but not nearly as bad as Costco. I also like how you can use credit cards at Sam's. But I still love Costco's merchandise.
The design of the parking lot is the problem. I almost got hit once.
I watched with interest! Long ago (5 years) I had each of them. Now we have neither, but I’ve always wondered which I would choose now. I agree with you on meats and organic = Costco! But I liked a lot of the areas you liked Sam’s best, variety in specialty items and convenience. We ONLY use Walmart’s free pickup for Covids sake, and having that available would be the deal breaker. Thanks for sharing
Sam's club is Walmart. Costco is an independent, publicly traded retailer. Sam's Club is a subsidiary of Walmart. A membership to Sam's Club is slightly cheaper than at Costco ($45 per year, as of 2019). 6 Costco offers a wider range of products than Sam's Club, and has many more locations.
I have been to both but I feel Costco is higher in quality. I also have a couple of friends that work for the company and are happy with the company and benefits they offer.
You are very fortunate to have both nearby! The closest Sam's Club is more than an hour drive from where I live and Costco is even further at 2.5 hours. Needless to say, I do my shopping at Wal-Mart and Aldi. which are both within 30 miles. I do appreciate the info though. I love to see inside those stores (I have never been in one) - so more videos please!!!love!!!!
We do memberships to both, as they both are 5 minutes from our house. I love both for different reasons. Sam's Club: better prices; much more variety on things like spices, sauce, pantry staples; many more of our family fav's; Scan & Go app; order ahead online and just pick up the order. Costco: we have the Citibank Costco card so we earn on everything we use the card for- it pays for our annual membership and we also get a nice check to shop with; Kirkland brands are fantastic quality; specialty items like cheeses, chicken kabobs, half hams; absolutely BEST gas prices around our area; best prices on vitamins and OTC meds. I truly love both, I just have different things I get at each. And because we have the Citibank Costco card, I still get annual earnings on whatever I buy at Sam's too.
I love Sam’s! We spend about 10 grand a year there. We get almost everything there... food, tires, electronics, clothes. It’s our go to for everything.
We considered both places but there's only 1 location near us for Costco and 3 nearby for Sam's. They're all an hour away so determining factor for us was cost of membership and how many locations were near us. We chose Sam's and got the 100 dollar membership. We have only gone 3 times as we've only just started the membership but we love it
We have both and they both have their pros and cons. We have been able to get 5 packs of Clorox wipes and 3 packs o Lysol pretty regular Sams, as well as gloves, masks and the plastic face shields. Scan and go is a huge plus, and I have say for convenience especially with the virus surge here in Montana Sams wins with their curbside pick up! And as a plus member I can pick up as early as 7 am!!
I agree 100% with you. Our purchases with the executive membership more than pays for the membership. We also have the Sams basic membership. I generally like themebersmark over the Kirklands brand. We buy the individually wrapped and frozen chicken breast since we have a small family and I love it. Our Sams fresh meat is much better than Costco’s but I feel it’s due to the local butcher.our Sams doesn’t have gas so that’s Costco for the win!!
For us, we started, just this year, with a basic Sam's Club membership. We kept an eye on the price of the higher membership and they kept lowering it. We ended up getting it for $20 less than the regular price. So, while I am like you where I want to go in and see, when they are running a sale on something I know I will use and I don't need it asap, I can get it shipped to me.
I just picked up a 25lb ap flour from Wal-Mart at $5.05 in Michigan.
By the way...that blue on you is FABULOUS!
Thank you for making this video...we all can tell you put a lot of time and effort into it...this past Sept was the first time I've ever been to a Sam's club...we live in Rural Missouri...the nearest one is over an hour away...I've never been to a Costco...That's close to two hours away from where we live...Sam's club was amazing...would we go back...I don't know...but, the experience was fun.
Where I'm from we have 3 Sam's and 1 Costco so far. I have a Membership to both and like both for different reasons. But I've had Sam's years longer. So still getting used to Costco. Thanks for the video.
I have had both, plus the other major club of BJ's. We dropped our Sam's many years ago because of financial issues. I can't say I've missed it. BJ's gets me better prices and coupons on more stuff I actually use over Costco (plus I can also use manufacturers coupons there.) However we've also kept Costco because it's so close to our house that the gas savings are more than enough to pay for the membership. I also can get my probiotic from the pharmacy and it's cheaper than anywhere else with coupons.
Kimmie, if y'all were to move to the Carolina's in the future, you'll have to find somewhere close to a BJ's. The couponing is phenomenal! (Ex. Cetaphil lotion comes in a two pack. It's roughly $20. BJ's runs their own coupon for $4-5 off, then manufacturers coupon is $2 off. You use BJ's coupon and TWO manufacturers coupons for an $8-9 savings, bringing the total down to less than one smaller bottle costs anywhere else.) BJ's also GREATLY reduce prices when they get down to the last few boxes of items. (Ex. $30 skillet for $5-8; Waterpik replacement heads reduced to $5-6 and use coupons to bring it to $1 or free)
Where I live I don't have a choice between Sam's Club or Costco...so I only know the Sam's side of things, but it is fun to watch when you shop at Costco.
I not sure why your Sam's club is the "old fashioned way" I know at my Sam's Club they scan everything right there in your cart and your on your way~ they don't have the scan as you shop method as of yet at my area store. But there are signs up that it is coming in the spring of 2022.
The shop online line feature and then go pick up has an additional fee where I live also of like $34.99 but if you have a Sam's Plus Membership it is free and with the Plus membership you can have it delivered to your home. For a limited time last year when the COVID pandemic was at it's highest Sam's Club offered the delivery to your home for all Sams club members for free and I did try it once but only once. We ordered produce and fruits and I don't know who they had picking out our fresh fruit and produce but most of it was spoiled or had mold on it. Making me take it back to the store, defeating the purpose of me staying home~for me it just wasn't worth the hassel. But I guess with all the complaints that is no longer an option in my area and delivery is no longer available.
GREAT JOB...THOROUGH...I've only had membership at Sam's Club, I enjoy Sam's Club too but I'm curious about Costco...hmmm, may have to pay a visit. Thanks so much for sharing.
We have the PLUS membership at Sam's Club. It is so worth it to me. I like getting free shipping, early shopping (especially during Covid), and the cash rewards. We had the basic membership for years and I wish I would have done the plus years ago because I shop thier often and that cash rewards adds up for sure.
The plus membership pretty much pays for itself with the cash back
@@tiffanybramlette6998 yes and more. Normally pays for my renewal and have extra I can use at checkout.
Thanks for taking the time to do this. I have both memberships as well love scan and go it’s a game changer and Sams is cheaper but how I love Costco lol.
Had only Sam's when I lived in Texas. I ended up driving 2 hours to the nearest Costco. I just didn't feel the quality was as good and I appreciate all the organic options at Costco. 🙂
Haha this is exactly what I do. I thought I was the only one
We only do Sams Club right now, we don't even go every month and we still earned enough rewards to cover our membership renewal. I like the Walmart and Target comparison. I would prefer to shop Target and Costco for everything, but my budget requires me to stick with Walmart and Sam's Club during this season of life with four teens and preteens.😜
I have the Sam's club plus membership and I never have to pay to renew my membership because of my rewards. Well worth it
Currently trying to decide who to go with this year, so I came back to watch this video again!
I've shopped online for club pick up at Sam's since 2006, it's just gotten more convenient. Thanks for this comparison
Wow what a great video, thank you. I don't even shop much at Costco but I still find the membership is absolutely worth it. I don't like Sam's or Walmart at all so I just don't shop there. Thank you for putting so much time and effort into comparing.
Thank You so much for doing this video! As someone who has neither store locally, I've been wondering which one would be the better one to do "on-line/shipping" from. We'd have to travel over an hour to shop at either store in a much larger metro area, and the thought of weekend crowds is a huge deterrent. As some on here are, I too am a big proponent of shopping local when possible, but we're down to just one grocery store, and they don't always carry the items you need when making recipes. Thanks again, and stay safe!
We have both memberships, and will likely keep them both. Like you, we go to them for different things. Sam’s Club has saved us through the pandemic. When we couldn’t get grocery delivery anymore in our small town, we could still get all the basics for pickup at Sam’s. Not the same at our Costco. We also like Sam’s selection of Christian books and Bibles. We have a lot of organic produce at our Sam’s as well. But birthday cake. Christmas gifts and clothes... Costco all the way! :). Thank you for a fantastic video!
I have never been into a Sams, but Costco pizza they make fresh there is AMAZING!!
Worth the wait! Thanks for the comparison. I shop both Costco and Sam's
Some of the price differences are because one product is organic and one isn’t. You need to factor that in ;) but GREAT very informative video , lots of hard work done on this one I can tell.
Came to say this!
Yes, you might pay more for special things like organic or higher quality, but I think it is worth looking purely at price point for people trying to minimize their grocery bill. It depends on priorities.
I live in a rule Oklahoma. Sams’s is 1hr 22mins away while Costco is 1hr 50mins away.. I’m voting Sam’s cause it closer & I don’t have to go on the other side of OKC. I think it’s a personal preference and what you like from each store. We do a lot of Online ordering, every few months we Go in the store for items they won’t ship. It’s a full day of Sam’s lol. Great video!!
I prefer Costco because I don't like Walmart since the kids took over when Sam died. They are greedy, no longer care about their employees, they have forgotten Sam's American made policy.
I agree with that statement! If we buy foreign made we ship out our Jobs as well!
@@melissakillpack5605 right! Buy local, grow your own. I have a small indoor garden.
I really wish I had a Costco near me. I live in Central Nebraska and the closet one to me is 3 hours away. I do sams club for the most part because my sams is only an 1 hour away. I have been also using the one sams club membership that is $55/year because i can get stuff shipped to my house and it's free shipping. This has definitely been a game changer!
Sams rotisserie is one of the best in the US, ranks higher than Costco brand.
Wow! Great video, Kimmy, you did a LOT of research on this for us! I don't have a Sam's Club nearby, (I live in Canada) but I am interested in the health and beauty/ pharmacy side of things. Our local Costco can be competitive, but I find that I really have to know my prices.
I first joined Costco because there wasn't a Sams anywhere near me. This was in Washington and it was where the business offices were and they were always trying out new things. Moved to Wyoming and nearest Sams was an hour and a half away so I joined. The nearest Costco over 2 hours away. I did belong to both for a while. Moved to Alaska a year ago. Used to have a Sams but they moved out and Costco took over. I really like Costco better than Sams but I know you can get different stuff at each store.
Just wanted to let you know that if you have a Plus membership at Sam’s you do get cash back once a year. I can’t remember the percentage but it is always more than the cost of my membership.
Me too. I ever was able to make the cost of Costco membership. They will refund you though.
Kimmy, you did SO much work to put this all together. We only have Costco here in Spokane, WA. After seeing this I’d definitely go to Sams if we had one.
I've never been to a Costco but would like to. So I can't compare. My Sam's Club only started using the oddly shaped milk jugs after covid started.
The new drive up is nice, and more. Enjoyed this video 👍
Oh my gosh!!!! This could not have come at a better time. I just had a Costco open up a few weeks ago. Iv never been and want to see whats it all about! We currently are Sams Club card holders!
I have the plus membership at Sam’s and I love that I can get into the store earlier!
Costco No doubt Better selection of everything their prices are a little higher ,but when you need help there’s always someone around. Another plus Costco has a great No hassle return policy ,even if you’ve had it for six months and it stopped working I’ve had a problem returning .I was amazed the selection that Costco has compared to Sam’s seem like night and day
Costco and Sam’s Club are on the same road where I live and we couldn’t choose, so we got a membership for both stores 😂
We got both as well, even though they are on opposite sides of town. I like both for different reasons. And we earn our money back year over year on both.
I have one Costco and one sams near me. Sams is 45min drive. Costco is 1hr and 20 min. I also have a bjs wholesale store close like sams is. I just bring myself to drive that far to Costco everytime I want to go. I have gone once to Costco and this particular location did not impress me compared to the shop with me videos I've watched. But because of your hard work on this video I did just get a sams membership. And I will keep both bjs, and sams. Each one as things the other don't. But most things r cheaper at sams for sure.