Costco sells higher quality goods and food than BJs and Sam's for the most part. They a lot of clothing for men, as well and women and children. Many stores cater to women. Sampling stations .. yes they pop up, but we are there for the organic or less processed food. They have loss leaders .. chicken @ $5/ Pumpkin pie @ $5.99/ decent wines at 6.99 and up./ seasonal chicken pot pie. Paper good, soaps, detergents, clothes are usually a major brand or very high quality. Yes you get big quantities, but savings is good.
Note that gift cards are available. If a friend has a membership, they can get you one. Then you can shop at the store like a member. If you have a $25 card, you can buy $300 worth of goods and pay the difference. Good way to try the store without a comitment.
I tried both BJs and Sam's and wanted to love them. Service was subpar at both, didn't have enough chickens at meal time, food was not as good.
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