Question on BJs & Costco

Speaking as someone who has both, i enjoy both for different reasons. Ive loved costco since i was a child, especially as you mentioned their brand.

Costco. Membership is $60/year. Good food, good selection. Nearest one to me is about an hour away. I make the trip on a monthly basis, stock up when i do go. I make a trip out of it and shop at local outlets with my wife so we enjoy a day out.

Membership is ~$40. I got mine when i purchased a new car and it saved me $1k off the dealer price. For that i keep it. My sams club is 3 minutes away, 5 with traffic. Its really a walmart but with bulk amounts of items which are mildly better than walmart prices and their brand which isnt half bad on some things. The convenience to me makes me keep it. Their premade meals arent bad, food court is as expected "great value" costco meals.

Depends on your finances, and your interest in driving to shop.

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