I have finally acquired a Costco membership. Hit me with the stuff that will change my life (please).

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KG · Answer

The Costco Hot Dog: If you leave Costco without getting the 1.50 hot dog, you’re not doing it right. It’s been the same price since 1985 and that is one thing we can count on in this crazy world.

KG · Answer

Cabot 3-year cheddar brick: I am so addicted to this cheese. I can eat a Costco-sized brick without any help. My preferred substrate is a crispy tart apple

Jonathan · Answer

Costco’s bakery section: So many great things there from muffins for breakfast to cookies for dessert. Pro tip: a lot of things there freeze well so don’t worry about it being too much to eat.

Bessa. · Answer

Kirkland Organic Chicken Stock: As someone who doesn’t have time to make stock during the work week and doesn’t want to allocate the time needed to do so every weekend during soup season (the best season), my soup game has doubled in both quantity and quality since buying stock in bulk from Costco.

Robin · Answer

Costco Member Services: Costco has a lot of member-exclusive services and offerings.  We get our car and renter's insurance through them and it's so much cheaper than anywhere else, plus I talk to a real human being when I call instead of an AI labyrinth.

You can get hefty discounts on car rentals, hotels, and flights.  You can get discounts on your phone plan.  They have companies that will re-side or roof your house or clear away your junk or clean your carpets.  There's an auto buying program as well as the tire shops (got a hole patched for like $16!!!)  The optical desk is super affordable and has decent frame options as well as contacts.  My dad got his (super high tech, basically invisible) hearing aids at Costco.  We used to get our dog's prescription meds at Costco, and they even do mail order!  They have a Shutterfly-related product list for custom photos and stuff like calendars and holiday cards.  You can make photo blankets.

Truly you will get the most bang for your buck if you explore all the services they have to offer on top of the products in the warehouse.  And yes, they do sell caskets.

Also the Fairlife nutrition shakes taste like real chocolate milk with way less sugar and better macros.

Elana · Answer

Kirkland toilet paper: It's strong, it's soft, and it doesn't break the bank (especially when it's on sale!! Always check the coupon book before you go!)

Sarah C · Answer

Generic Flonase: If you, like me, live in a place that gives you mild allergies for most of the year, you run through this stuff quickly. $16 in-store for five bottles is a DEAL.

Evan McAvenia · Answer

tommy bahama beach chairs: it’s almost summer, run don’t walk to costco to pick up the crème de la crème of beach chairs if you don’t already own this iconic pair.

recliner? ✔️

cup holders? ✔️

headrest/pillow? ✔️

backpack straps? ✔️

Evan McAvenia · Answer

costco hotel collection sheets: hear me out… these rock. they are great quality, wash beautifully, and are a fantastic price for the quality. one of those sleeper costco items that really punches above its perceived weight.

Josie · Answer

kirkland breakfast sandwich: i am not functional in the morning but i require breakfast to function (catch-22).. so i buy these frozen breakfast sandwiches from costco and add avocado spread. they are a dupe of the starbucks double smoked bacon sandwich. Delicious and easyyyy to pop in the air fryer while i make my morning tea & feed my cats

Amy · Answer

CeraVe Moisturizing Cream Multi-Pack, 16 oz Jar + 16 oz Jar: I slather this on after every shower, and so I appreciate these giant tubs from Costco.

monday monday · Answer

Wildbrine Raw Organic Sauerkraut, 50 oz: The easiest, most cost-effective way to add fermented foods to your diet, which is life-changing for digestion, immunity, and a feeling of superiority. Add half a cup to meals or eat it out of the jar.

Taryn · Answer

Kirkland Stir-fry Vegetable Blend: I love keeping a bag of this on hand. Great quality and makes throwing together a quick meal so easy! All Kirkland brand frozen veg is miles away from what you’d get at the grocery store.

Christie · Answer

Merino wool socks: So cheap, perfectly fine. Also- polar sparkling waters. And weirdly … butter. Both the cheap stuff and the nice stuff. So good.

paige t · Answer

Costco wrapping paper: makes wrapping gifts so much easier! tremendously high quality compared to bargain store options. It's thicker, creases better, and obviously buying it in bulk makes it cost effective. not to mention it's double-sided so you can switch things up!!

Jenny · Answer

Costco Canvas Tote Bags: If you love Costco and love a good tote bag you probably need this. Good shoulder-feel and the little one is just cute. Watch out Trader Joe's.