What People Are Saying About Costco
The Editor
Saira Masood
Citysearch
In Short – Formerly known as the Price Club, this large membership-only warehouse is chock-full of almost any consumer product under the sun-in bulk, of course. With goods ranging from high-end electronics to outdoor furniture to fresh lobster, this wholesale superstore has got it (lots and lots of it!). While the high-volume and low prices appeals mainly to families and business, it's not uncommon to find college students trolling the various aisles for free food samples. The various membership options offer a range of plans, all reasonably priced. A word of warning to shopaholics: If…
06/16/09
Who writes this stuff?
by CSMobileUser
Costco is a great place. There are large quantities but prices are very good. It's always fun to shop there and prices are very good.
02/03/09
Avoid the self induced hype
by jasonre
I love the last post stating you can save 30% at Costco from supermarkets. The fact is that on per item or wieght basis you'll be likely to breakeven on well-known brands. And with discounters offering more loss leaders as the economy tanks, you are losing money-opportunity costs. You will find lower prices on niche items(stuff no other retailer wants) and the store brand(nath76 is absolutely dead on) . That's the whole point of this place. It isn't wholesale. Their main competition is closer to wholesale than they are. It's to get you to buy their store brand- which is like playing the lottery-or stuff they got cheap. Actually, the place is getting less crowded since the recession has kicked in. So the last poster will have better parking-I suspect.
- Pros: Sometimes they have some loss leaders
- Cons: Kirkland on parade
10/07/08
Crowded parking lot
by jfrykman
Not sure at all what store hnath was talking about in his/her review. Certainly couldn't be the Costco store I shop at in St. Louis Park. Prices on a par with supermarkets???? 30% or more off similar products. Yes, you do have to buy in large quantities, but that's the WHOLE POINT! If you can't justify buying in large quantities, don't criticize a store that isn't really designed for you.
Customer service? Which supermarket are you talking about? This is a no frills operation, with solid values and the best warranties in the business. Plus, they give you a 2% rebate at the end of the year. Last year I got over $200 back NET after deducting my $100 membership fee, and that is something since I always shop for the best price, regardless of where that may be.
Costco isn't for everyone, but the fact that my biggest complaint about the St Louis Park store is that it is difficult to find a parking spot closer than a block from the door. Obviously, lots of people disagree with hnath.
- Pros: Great prices, warranties, customer satisfaction guaranty.
- Cons: Store is usually quite crowded. Pharmacy closed on Sundays.
The Details on Costco
Know Before You Go:
The only credit card accepted is American Express.
The Extras:
The warehouse doesn't stop at produce; it also has a photo center, pharmacy, eye care stand, and travel planning services.
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