My in-laws just got a membership for BJ's and added my wife and me to it. It doesn't make sense to me because the nearest BJ's is 1hr and 15 mins away, and they only drive to that city a few times a year.

All of us already have a Sam's Club membership and Sam's is only 10 minutes from us.

My question is, for those that have experience going to both, is it worth it for the drive? Have they got any advantage over Sam's Club such as better meat prices, or better deals/prices?

I personally don't have much interest, but the wife wants to make the trip just to "check it out." The idea of driving 3 hours, round trip, to go to a wholesale club sounds a little ridiculous when we've got one just a couple miles away from us.

Having never been to one, is it a waste of time and gas, or are there some unique advantages to going to BJ's would make it worth checking out?

Hi I’m a female who lives alone without a car trying to figure out which option Is cheapest. ? I’m a gym person so most of my diet consists of protein bars, protein powder, chicken/meats, salmon, tilapia, tuna, & Greek yogurt eggs, brown rice, whole wheat pasta etc . Also a lot of veggies preferable precut veggies such as cubes of squash etc which would be the best option ? Also prefer something where I can order my body soap, shampoo, toiletries all in one type of thing

Im moving to a town for a work contract where there is a BJs that is 13 mins away from me. I would've preferred to go to Sam's Club but its about a 45 min drive away.

Is Sams Club worth the extra 30 min drive? They seem to have a bigger selection. Is there a way I can try out the store for a day without buying a whole membership?

So I guess this question is for people who have been members at more than one of these stores. What is the difference between Costco and BJs? Is there a price/quality difference or are they about the same?

I have a Costco membership right now, but was wondering if maybe when it’s time to renew, I should look into other wholesalers.

Thanks!

Is the new BJ's any good price wise? I haven't done Sam's either. Which would you choose and why?

Just moved here a few months ago. We miss Costco dearly and wished Roanoke had one. Which of these store do y’all like best and why? Trying to decide what membership to go with. Both of these stores are practically equal distance from my house so proximity is not a factor. Any advice would be much appreciated! Thank you!!

I currently have a BJ's membership and go to the Columbia location--but I'm thinking about switching to another wholesale club.

Which one do you recommend for the HoCo area? Are the inventory and perks better at BJ's, Sam's or Costco--in this area?

Alright guys... I'm in the north hills, so no Costco. I'm a Nepo baby Sams club member: my father was a member, my father's father was a member, I'm a fucking member.

Help potentially end this cycle of hereditary madness? Is BJs cool or not cool in Pittsburgh as of late? Gets so many bonus points for the blow job thoughts in my head, but price is queen.

edit: i have been alerted to a closer costco. it's double the time, about 15 minutes more, but might try it after packing an overnight bag.

I’m trying to decide between a membership for one of the 3 of these. They’re all about the same distance from my house. What are the benefits of each and the cons? I know Sams is good for bulk shopping. Costco just moved in so I don’t know much about it. Which one do you like best? We’re a family of 2 adults and a picky toddler who eat home cooked meals most nights but like to grab easy things for breakfast and eat a lot of sandwiches for lunch. TIA

Edit: Thanks everyone. This weekend I’m going to try to window shop them all to see what works best for me. It looks like each one has pros and cons and it depends on your personal habits.

Have been a member of BJ’s since it opened in Waterford. A family member just got a Sam’s membership. Which is better? Or are the same?

I recently moved here. I miss Costco and wish we had one, but life goes on. Between Sam's and Bj's which do y’all like best and why? Trying to decide what membership to go with. Both of these stores are practically equal distance from my house so proximity is not a factor. Any advice would be much appreciated! Thank you!!

Hey all, thoughts on a Sam's Club vs. BJ's membership? My Sam's membership expires this September and I'm considering joining BJ's instead. I use to be a Costco member when I lived in Chicago and miss it so much...mostly because you could buy good wine, beer, and liquor...but I digress. Thanks!

For me, when I go to Costco, products sold there may be a little bit more pricey than BJ's. Costcos generally don't have deli departments (slicing deli meats at the counter, etc.) BJ's however seem to have a little more variety and cheaper. BJ's don't really have food courts around me unlike Costco and Sam's. BJ's does have a deli department where deli slicing is permitted. Sam's Club carries a couple of products that Costco doesn't have in stores.

What's your opinion about warehouse clubs?

I am going to have to be more mindful of my budget and am considering a membership but wondering how wholesale prices have held up for you all during this time?

Just curious on the pros and cons of each big warehouse store. What's the best option?