Costco vs. Sam's Club, Part III: One Store Dominates the Better Deals on Summer Produce
Summer is peak produce season, which means it’s the perfect time to stock up on fresh berries, watermelon, tomatoes, and other delicious fruits and veggies.
Both Costco and Sam's Club are known for selling produce in bulk at competitive prices, but one warehouse club doesn't always beat the other -- except when it comes to the three items below.
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We've already shown you how the mega-warehouse stores compare on several produce staples, but take a look at how Sam's Club comes out on top for these additional popular summer buys.
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Bell Peppers (Sam’s Club wins)
Another produce item that’s cheaper at Sam’s Club is bell peppers. Sam’s Club sells a bag of six bell peppers for $5.97, but at Costco, you’ll pay $6.80 for the same thing.
Peaches (Sam’s Club wins)
Costco is known for its excellent quality and value during peach season, but their peaches are slightly more expensive than Sam’s Club’s. Costco’s yellow peaches are around $3.40 per pound, and Sam’s Club’s are around $2.47 per pound.
Cherries (Sam's Club wins)
$10 could get you 3 pounds of cherries at Sam’s Club, but only 2 pounds at Costco. And though there’s a price difference between the two, both places have received great reviews for quality.
The Lowest Price Isn’t Always the Best Deal
Sam’s Club is the clear winner (in terms of price) on summer produce right now. But one important thing to remember is that the lowest price isn't always the best deal. If you live alone or don't go through fresh produce quickly, buying a slightly smaller package (that might be more expensive per unit) could actually save you money by reducing food waste.
Editor’s note: Prices and availability are subject to change.
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