We first got a BJ's membership when we bought our place in TV. They had some decent stuff for getting our kitchen and other parts of the home equipped. What we found though is that BJ's is lacking in the food department. Very minimal offerings compared to Sam's or Costco in that area. The meat section is also quite small and has a small variety of items to choose from. It would be very difficult to get the bulk of your regular food shopping done there. Since we have a Sam's membership we're likely going to cancel from BJ's before it comes up for renewal.

I agree.

You don’t have to physically clip coupons, you can just use the app to get the coupons and they come off automatically when you check out.

There seems to be a lot of discontent about their coupon clipping marketing strategy. I hope those affected will take the time to let BJ know that this will make you leave. They need to know, since they want to attract customers.

For what it’s worth, I still believe Costco is better than BJ’s or Sam’s Club

if you use the app during checkout you don't have to do much of anything. and since you asked - we are used to larger BJs than this one our rule has always been go to BJs then go to Publix. even the BJs brand is far better product than other store brands.

get with it use the app.

I will not renew once the Costco is built in Clermont Fl. I’ve tried different BJ’s branded store items from clothing to food and have not been happy with their quality. I’ve tossed out nearly every store branded food item purchased due to horrible taste or texture. The few clothing items began to fall apart after a wash or two.
I too was not a fan of the coupons either, but since I do use the express pay and scan app on my phone I’ve learned to trust it more.

Bottom line, Costco has a higher quality product, a painless return if in the rare case you need it and even buying online via the web works well and is convenient for items offered online.

Also noted that the handicapped parking was a distance away from the entrance.

BJs Curbside Pickup
 

Last time I shopped at BJs I ordered online using the coupons then did curbside pickup.

I was able to search and compare prices with Sams before I purchased.

I found it easy to shop this way and just go to the side of the building and they brought my purchase out.

They picked good expiration dates on salad.

I recommend giving it a try.

I was put off by the gas policy: even being a member doesn't get you the discounted price, you have to have and use their credit card, too.
Thanks for the tip on coupons, hadn't realized they were needed, so I'm missing out on deals too.
Two reasons for me not to renew. I'll stick with Sam's.

Once you are stuck behind someone flipping through the ad flyer looking for a coupon, stopping their search to apologize to everyone for the delay they are causing (and making worse by not searching while talking) - You may not think coupons are a good idea anymore.

First world problem . . .
 

[QUOTE=billethkid;2177176]We have shopped at BJ's two or three times since their opening.
It will take more visits to start to know what is where in the store.
I will not get used to the need to clip coupons to get sale prices.

Because of the coupon clipping we will most likely not renew when the renewal comes due.

Overall it is a pretty nice store.

What are some other opinions/comments about BJ's?

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You think it is a pretty nice store but won't go there again because you have to clip a few coupons? Wow.

That is not exactly correct. All members get the discount price, if you have the BJ's credit card you get some extra off.

Coupons
 

[QUOTE=billethkid;2177176]We have shopped at BJ's two or three times since their opening.
It will take more visits to start to know what is where in the store.
I will not get used to the need to clip coupons to get sale prices.

Because of the coupon clipping we will most likely not renew when the renewal comes due.

Overall it is a pretty nice store.

What are some other opinions/comments about BJ's?

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My humble and simplistic view:
If a grocery store requires membership, then they should already have a fair price without coupons. Also, any sales should automatically be applied to ALL members.

BJ's seems to me to be less crowded than Sam"s and easier to check out. Gas lines are shorter too. As for the shopping experience it is close but I Iean towards Sam's overall. My wife and I will decide after our year is up with BJ's. If there was a Costco near here, it would win easily.