Costco vs Sam's Club

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Another thread made me think of this. Seems soooo many people go to Costco. We go to Sam's Club because it's closer to us. There is a Costco somewhat nearby, but it's still further and more inconvenient than Sam's Club. Is there some reason that people think Costco is better than Sam's? I've never been to a Costco so I can't compare the two so just wondering for input from those who have been to both of them.

The biggest way I use Sam's is their gas stations. There are two of them on my way to work and I usually get gas anywhere from 5 to 10 cents cheaper than regular gas stations. One time it was even 20 cents less! So I probably would not give up my Sam's card, but maybe I should supplement and get a Costco too?

[JenBKR]

I have never even heard of costco, we must not have any of those around here. We do have Sam's club (which I really like) but they do not have gas stations. (at least I don't think, I haven't been there for a while - it's about 45 min. away). There is a new Sam's opening near me though.

[Maresche]

In our area we have a 3rd option, BJ's and that's where we do our "bulk" shopping. The membership is cheaper than Costco and it isn't a Walmart affliated company like Sam's club.

We buy our staples there (dry pasta, pasta sauce, canned tomatoes and soup, baking supplies, lunchmeats, butcher meat, etc.) and I've never had cause to complain.

[JenBKR]

We don't have a BJ's either...sheesh!

[caseysmom]

We have membership at both for our business. I prefer costco for many reasons...returns are much easier...produce and meat are a better quality.

[gini]

Debbie, I have never been in a Sam's Club - mainly because there isn't one close to me.

There are so many good buys on things there that it is sometimes dangerous (for your budget) to shop there.

Although I have found that if you see something that is really a great buy but wasn't on your shopping list - that if you really want it - get it - because next time they won't have it anymore.

I try to go to Costco with a list - but always come away with more than was on my list.

The meat at my Costco is always good.

[DJFyrewolf36]

We only have a Costco near us but it is GREAT! They even have good prices on electronics and stuff. The closest Sams Club to us is 40 miles away and I've heard nothing but complaints about it. Everyone I talk to says Costco is better. Our Costco has a gas station too, and it is usually 10-20 cents cheaper than everywhere else.

[beeniesmom]

I'm a member at SAMs and BJ's.
Actually I am a Sams member and my mom in law has the second card.
She's with BJ's and I have her second card.
Works out great for both of us.
I wish COSCO was closer to me because I'd prefer them over SAMS sometimes.

[dukedogsmom]

My brother in Maryland uses BJ's and also gets his gas there. We have no Costco so we have to use Sams. I, personally, think they are all about the same.

[NoahsMommy]

I've only been to a Sam's Club once, but I do have a Costco card...LOVE Costco!

They always have really neat items.

[BitsyNaceyDog]

I don't go to any of them, they are all too far away from my house. The closest one to me is BJ's and that's a good 30 minutes away. My parents live closer to it and they go on occasion. I've heard rumors that we are suppose to get a Sams Club in my town sometime soon, but I don't know if it's true. I've never been to Costcos, the closest one is way too far away for me to bother going to.

[ramanth]

I was under the impression that Sam's Club and Costco were owned by the same "mother" company.

Could be wrong though.

[moosmom]

My friend Carol works at Costco in Vermont. I've heard alot of great things about Costo, including their premium cat food. I've always wanted to try it with my cats, but I don't know of a Costco around where I am.

[crsvstang]

I don't go to any of them since they are all to far from me. I think the closet Sam's Club might be 1 hour from here.

I've heard they are going put a Sam's Club about 30 mins from where I live. But I don't know if it is true or not it would be nice.

[JenBKR]

moosmom this is totally off the subject (sorry!) but I love the little blurb under your name (Dear mom & dad...) that is one of my new favorite songs!

I really like the band too.