Known for offering low-cost products in bulk, Costco is a great place for those who want to scrimp and save. But it can be a complete money sink if you’re an indiscriminate shopper. Here is a list of 15 items you should buy and 15 you should avoid at Costco. Read on to save more bucks!
5Buy: Roasted Chicken
Costco’s seasoned rotisserie chicken is also a great bargain that’s not to be missed. Approximately a pound bigger than roasted chicken sold at other stores, it is actually cheaper – only at $4.99! If you’re pinching pennies, a combination of a premade salad and a roasted chicken can make a delicious dinner that costs under $10 for a family of four.
Avoid: Paper Towels And Toilet Paper
Though big bundles of Kirkland paper towels or toilet paper can be a good deal, you’d better avoid buying them from Costco. According to Consumer Reports’ analysis, the Kirkland Signature versions came last in the rankings of the five most popular paper towel brands, and it was said to have just “so-so strength and tearing ease”.
