Costco online shopping is an absolute blessing to me right now. I highly encourage everyone to shop online, if possible, so you can keep yourself and others safe 💙
Here are a few things to keep in mind when shopping online at www.costco.com:
1. Non-members can shop Costco Online!
Anybody can shop online at Costco- both members and non-members! However, there are many items on the website that are "Member Only" Items, and non-members will also have to pay a 5% surcharge.
2. Costco Online has a larger inventory and Online Only deals
The Costco Online inventory is much larger than the in-store ones. Costco Online also has many "Online-Only Hot Buys" and other Online Only deals not available at in-store warehouses! Many seasonal items are also available- for example, my mother just bought chocolate covered crepes on Costco Online that would normally only be available in stores around Christmas.
3. Costco Online is often more expensive
Unfortunately, many items online are a little more expensive than in-store prices. The price discrepancy can be attributed to extra shipping and handling costs, but just be prepared that items sold online will often be more expensive than what you would find in store.
4. Costco's amazing return policy still applies to Costco Online!
Costco's fabulous return policy is also applicable for online purchases- purchases can be fully refunded by mail for no extra charge.
5. How to shop:
Costco currently has "Same-Day Delivery" and "2-Day Delivery"
Only members can use these delivery methods, but non-members can shop directly from Instacart.com
If you live in a metropolitan area, you may also be able to use their Local Business Delivery!
Check it out here: https://www.costcobusinessdelivery.com/
Final thoughts:
Costco Online is a wonderful place to shop, especially under current circumstances. My family has been using their online website, and we have been enjoying our Costco purchases while staying inside our homes. Here is an article I found of someone else reviewing Costco Online vs. Walmart and Amazon, so check it out if you'd like :)
Also, remember to be nice to all of your deliverers!
Again, I recommend everyone to shop online at costco.com , if you can :)
Stay safe and healthy 💙
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