# Sam's Club, BJ's and Costco - Warehouse Wars (Episode 51)

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Published: 2025-10-03T04:26:40+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-raby/episodes/Sams-Club--BJs-and-Costco---Warehouse-Wars-Episode-51-e391i21
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Amanda and Richard dive deep into the warehouse wars, comparing Costco, Sam’s Club, and BJ’s Wholesale with frugal flair and plenty of sass. From bulk toilet paper togold bars (yes, really), they break down the perks, quirks, and pain points of each club. • Costco: Cult-like following with the lowest markup (~14%), but crowded aisles and Visa-only payments might cramp your style. • Sam’s Club: Richard’s ride-or-die.Tech-forward with Scan & Go, curbside pickup, and 5% gas cashback. Lower membership cost and fewer crowds = win. • BJ’s: The East Coast underdog.Accepts manufacturer coupons (unlike the others), offers digital deals, and caters to smaller households—but limited locations in Georgia. They also unpack membership tiers, cashback limits (up to $1250 at Costco), and why Clark Howard swears by Costco’s value—even if Richard swears off the chaos. Amanda playsdevil’s advocate, reminding listeners that bulk only saves money if you actually use it (no one needs 10 gallons of mayo). The episode wraps with shoutouts to Kroger’s frozen turkey deals and a reference to episode46, book and TV show recs (including Alien Earth and Regretting You), and a reminder to stay frugal, stay fabulous, and follow the crew on socials andSpotify. Sites mentioned: Frugalocity Snoophoggyhawg and Frugalocity2 Drink Choffy , use Richard15 Cenita Vineyards

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