🧐 DO TELL! Join BJ's Wholesale Club or No?

[@SandyHoneycutt]

Costco said they are refusing to do away with their DEI program. They said they are proud of it! I am a member of Sam's Club. I pay for the membership that includes delivery. I live about 90 miles away. I use my Sam's card for other things...always paying it in full each month. I always earn enough cash back to pay for my membership. I am 75 and having it delivered to my door has been a blessing. My husband and I both had back surgery in the last couple of years. Like you, getting away from the farm is not easy, but we love it! God bless.

[@hhs73girl]

Me too Sams works for me

[@KJPartyof6]

I worked at BJs as a part time job in my early twenties. They were the best employer I've ever worked for. Were generous with PTO, provided free breakfast for all employees on Sundays and gave an amazing holiday party where everyone took home gifts! Plus they take manufacturers coupons on top of their own coupons!

[@Sherrie-fm7cd]

That means alot in my book

[@juliaflorez6766]

we are allowing our Costco membership to expire in a week we are not renewing. But we are keeping our BJ’s go woke go broke.

[@KiwiRN444]

I had no idea Costco was woke until the other day. Membership expires in the summer so I’m out!

[@seekingjoynow1722]

I didn’t know Costco voted to keep DEI. I guess I need to think about renewing my membership. I feel everything should be be merit based, that is totally fair for all.

[@NashRambler1968]

@@seekingjoynow1722 . Do a Google search for “ Al Sharpton and Costco”. It talks about Costco and DEI

[@shannonmattingly3585]

I notice new stores tend to put more different items on the shelves in smaller quantities until they understand the market in the area.

[@susansteen9252]

I love my BJ'S membership because they give you a good discount on membership to begin with, and the discount per gallon on gas makes it worth it!

[@candygrove4268]

We had a BJ's membership for many years in PA. Their name brand stuff is good quality, their meat cuts and the coupon books they send out are great. I always used their coupons and they often times would overlap so I could shop with the old one at the same time as the new one making my trip well worth it. Love watching you and James from SE Kentucky

[@susanparke7866]

What I am finding at ost stores Sam's, or Kroger, is that they are loaded with highly processed food. I would recommend Asure Standard.

[@jenniferv2198]

Wait for the $25 special membership offer. Ours came in the mail. We belong to Costco but really like the change of pace at BJ's. Not as many people during the week in our area and the gas lines are shorter too. We like them for their specials and the fact that you can decide which products you like more. Gives you more choices, and THEY ACCEPT COUPONS!

[@ToddMiller96]

We joined BJs on the $15 special in November. At first we weren’t sure we’d like it but now we get a lot of our groceries there. Gas prices are cheaper than our Costco and Sam’s as well. I’m glad we joined.

[@jabow1878]

I am weaning off of Costco. The reality is I buy in bulk, and have no need. There are only two of us. I purged last week and was shocked at how much bulk was on my shelf. Yes, I pay .50 more for meat at my tiny grocery- but I only buy what I need…. It saved us a ton when we were building our house….

[@goldengryphon]

That's my thought. I share a Costco meambership with my mother, but we only really use it for paper products, pharmacy stuff, and the occasional office supply or whatever. My mother uses it as a grocery store and splits with her neighbors in a retirement community. We used to get our pet food through Costco and it saved us (from grocery store and feed store prices) to pay for the annual membership, but things have changed. Lots to think about for the coming year/s. Gotta make a list of the things that need thought about!

[@etakjam1536]

We no longer live near a BJ's but when we did we had a membership and liked it better than the other warehouse clubs. I mostly bought Olive Oil, spices, nuts, dried fruit, canned goods and paper products there. And we got tires put on our car once. They we as good as anyplace else. Costco, on the other hand just voted to keep their DEI practices-- something to think about...

[@johnwestervelt7454]

Absolutely yall should. I stopped going to Sam's and now shop BJs primarily. The app shows when there's coupons available (some times it's double coupons on the same item ). I and my wife have saved well over $1500 last year along in savings compared to when we did Sam's (we did both at the same time ).

[@ninnymuggins5159]

I don't pay for the privilege to shop, no club cards or memberships, don't download apps, don't use digital coupons, don't pay for food with a credit card. If you're blessed to live near a WinCo Foods, they play no games and have the lowest prices!

[@MaryStorer55]

My favorite place to shop!

[@hollytaylor6858]

agree with you💯

[@gcomp33]

We just went to the one in Maryville yesterday. It was a little small, but we clipped coupons ahead of time, and the $40 off the first time membership made it worth it. The jury is still out on renewing next year. Overall, it was a good experience.

[@baukbaukthechickenshow]

Thanks for taking us along. I have never even heard of that place before. I will be on the lookout for them now.

[@cidburton5183]

Interesting timing if the rumblings regarding Costco refusing to abolish their DEI policies are true.

[@aprilskirvin8281]

It's 100% true.

[@cidburton5183]

@aprilskirvin8281 thank you. I'll be voting with my $. I don't have a BJs in Northern Ca. However, I'll say good-bye to my executive membership at Costco. This is way bigger than the "Bud light screw-up" I gotta walk my talk!

[@aprilskirvin8281]

@@cidburton5183 amen!!! I'm with you!!!

[@ronnielee1504]

We belong to both BJs and Costco (no Sam's club around here). Bjs is less crowded, gas is convenient and with their credit card I get .15/off a gallon. I use their credit card for everything (pay it off every month) and use the rewards to pay for groceries at BJs. Sizes are generally smaller than Costco, which is good for a small family), they carry my pups' dog food, and I can shop online and pickup at the store. They don't have a pharmacy and their glasses and contacts are more expensive than Costco so we do keep Costco membership for those things. Their app is great and they have coupons too.

[@karenloach4327]

I absolutely love BJ’s. Cuts of meat are good and the rotisserie chicken is good. As with all stores, you will find things in there that you won’t find anywhere else. I like all of them, but Bjs is worth it ❣️

[@roberthart897]

We live in Maryville. We hadn't been to BJ's yet. Thanks for giving me a quick tour. Hope to run into you at some point.❤

[@BelKel02]

Same here!! Only I'm in Alcoa. 😊

[@NashRambler1968]

We’ve had a BJs membership in NH for many years. We love it. No complaints at all.

[@Lisa-xt9ne]

Worth the money. Things I need like my menopause medication, kitty litter, toilet paper and paper towels makes it worth it. And their bakery is good.

[@rosiewithers9090]

What do you use for menopause medication? Asking for me 🥵

[@LuAnn4747]

What is your menopause med if you don't mind sharing. I'm thinking I need something 🥴😫

[@SusanYates-j9i]

I’m in the same boat with you girls. My poor husband thinks I’ve lost it 😮 but Lord help I’m HOT all the time and rarely sleep. This is zero fun

[@LuAnn4747]

@@Lisa-xt9ne can you give the menopause med please!! Thank you

[@JessicaLee.3]

I've been a member of BJs up here in MD for decades. We like ours for many things.

[@KellyLagna]

We used to belong to BJs when we first got married. I feel like we bought more stuff that was not food. One time we went and it was back when you had to put a quarter in the cart to go in we didn't have a quarter so we couldn't get a cart. Eventually we stopped going the membership also kept going up. It is just two of us. We just go to the grocery store and Walmart . I don't really like paying a membership then I feel like I have to go. I still went to the grocery store as well. Loved the video.Especially like James looking at the brownies.He looks like a sweetheart.Thanks For the video.

[@homeschoolingmomof5225]

One of the things I love about BJs is the coupons. You can “clip” them using the app on your phone, and they automatically get applied to your total when your membership card is scanned.

[@gizmo9067]

I'm a Costco gal because it's closest to me. I have the plan that gives me a dividend check that ends up paying my membership fees.

[@jmdoty1922]

no BJs here, belong to Costco and have for about 20 years :). no good day to go, its always busy, even after building a 2nd on the other side of the metro. I use Costco card, get 4% back on gas & its usually .20 cpg cheaper or more on a regular basis, 2% back on groceries so pays for my annual membership and then some. this is only cc I have as I'm a debt free person, but the card really is a good deal as long as pay it off every month.

[@ThesmartestTem]

We do the same. But we're also just over a mile from ours and shop there weekly and get almost all our gas there

[@marilynpeppers1356]

Me too! I joined to be able to purchase hearing aids at Costco. I’ve been pleased with my purchases and membership!💜

[@bettyboop9077]

When do you get your dividend check? I started that this year, got an email in early December that the rewards were coming, but it has not come yet so I’m wondering when it comes.

[@gizmo9067]

Wanted to add that I do purchase gas and Michelin tires when they have a coupon. They do free rotation if you buy your tires there

[@mommat9390]

Thanks for the tour! Ive driven by that new store everyday this week and its been chaos... I didnt see anything that was an amazing price. It looked more like what you can find "on sale" about anywhere in the area. Keep us posted! 😊

[@terrycurtis3611]

It seemed real pricey to me!!

[@maureenschellhorn6710]

I have and have always kept both memberships ( for over 20 years). What one has, the other doesn’t. Bjs has a much larger variety to choose from but Costco has certain items that I won’t buy anywhere else. It’s hard to choose. If your Bjs has gas, it’s the best price anywhere. I have the credit card. I got it because I get an additional fifteen cents off on a gallon of gas with the card. I just pay the full balance off every month. You also get money back with the credit card so it gives you additional savings on purchases inside the store. Hope this helps. ❤

[@laurashortridge8481]

I was very grateful that a BJ's opened within a 1/2 hours of us back when all 6 of our kids were still home (only 1 at home now). We still keep up our membership... we have been preppers (have a large garden, berry bushes, grapes, apple orchard, another orchard with cherry and pear trees, etc.) for years and BJ's keeps us well stocked on things we don't grow ourselves. Plus we love the bakery, electronics, and paper goods.

[@Sullysspirit]

❤❤❤ I love how you are your hubbys cheerleader! If we don't then someone else will! 30yrs married!

[@jenniferstewart1499]

It's worth it...maybe not as many options as Costco BUT it's another resource ...also alot less stressful than Costco

[@michelefromflorida7852]

Back 8 years ago when we were in CT we only had a bjs close by. We loved it. We used to go & do all our grocery shopping. Their deli & rotisserie chickens were always a huge family favorite. Now in central Florida where we live we’re not close to any membership stores & I truly miss it.

[@beachprepper566]

Don’t know close you are to Palm Coast, but, one opened there before Christmas.

[@donnaolmedo9104]

Don't know exactly where you are in central Florida but we used to live in Davenport and they have BJ's on hwy 27. We shopped there for years before moving to Eastern TN.

[@sheilafredvanvleck8504]

We are members of BJ's. We use it mostly for the gas and propane refills. I bought 3 sun dresses last spring. What a deal they were. 😊

[@voodookitchenmama]

Holy smoke! $22.00 for brownies? No thank you, I'll make them at home!

[@celticfiddle7605]

I love my small town market♥here in Tennessee. Its small, old fashion, friendly, soft lighting, quality meats and produce. Loyal customer here. 😊

[@annenichols7176]

I wish we had a small town market. We only have a Walmart and way too many Dollar Generals here in Arkansas 🙄

[@JNoMooreNumbers]

I have the smaller places here in Michigan. I'm buying quality meat from a butcher shop cheaper than Walmart and a medium grocery store gets some overstock so deals there too. I use mostly small chains or mom n pop stores where some know me. I hate crowds too in big chain stores. I have a pharmacy that's just a pharmacy and will deliver too for free. Not far for her to drive.

[@maryannknox7158]

❤

[@sheilaraper8741]

Ok don’t mean to sound dense but, what small town market? And where at in TN?

[@teresashoot999]

Just like everywhere. Higher prices on some things, comparable prices on other things

[@AnneManley]

I'm commenting as an Ontarian (Canada) where we only have Costco. The Costco in my area (about 30 odd kilometers from my small town) is wonderful! The employees are friendly and very helpful. The store is large and brightly lit. Lots of great products. I do wish they had more 'sales' like they used to before the 'Big C' but, otherwise, no complaints. Thanks for letting us browse with you and James, Patara. Very enjoyable!

[@debbiesmith851]

YES, YES, YES, love our BJ’s! Their muffins are huge & delicious. Great deal on paper products. Gas ⛽️ under $3.00 in my area… a WIN WIN!!

[@rakamas]

Thank you Patara ❤️✝️

[@BelKel02]

Thank you for this video as I'm in the Maryville/Alcoa area, so it's possibly better for me than Costco. Have a great WARMER week you two!! 😊

[@ladyluger8698]

I watched your video and the food prices didn't look any better than a regular store.

[@seekingtruth1110]

Not so. You can get more quantity. I shop at BJ's and it's worth it.

[@SuperKyle309]

It's bulk items so it's actually alot cheaper.

[@meganleffingwell3437]

Yeah, my family buys bulk groceries from the Amish store near us , and even though it's quite a bit of money all at once the food lasts A Lot longer , so in the long run it is cheaper

[@DJ-ok5ov]

I agree.

[@sherrywoodrum7577]

I've been a member of Sam's Club for 22 years. Not a fan of BJ's or Costco. But y'all decide what works for YOU. Blessings from Alabama ❤

[@davidbentley145]

Ty for this excellent production guys!Top Notch!

[@NickeyVamp]

I was actually trying to figure out which one to join. We have a family of 7 and need to get bulk items. Thank you for this. ❤

[@terrycurtis3611]

Have you checked Azure Standard? So much more affordable ❤

[@amerkle2249]

We are lucky enough to live close to a BJs in SE Michigan. We are not renewing our Sams Club in February. Previously, had Costco but it's 40 min away and they raised prices online. Now Costco is sticking with DEI, so not a consideration at all. BJ's has more coupons and awesome curbside pickup

[@bettystock9317]

I enjoy you two. 🥰 l like the way you think & evaluate. Don't let a sale pressure you. I didn't notice any farm/pet supplies & the like, that l saw in your Cosco vids. OXPP&Bing Peaceful here in rural MO. 🤠

[@terrycurtis3611]

Ain’t got any of these stores in rural Mo- but we do have Azure standard! It’s so much fun to meet up with all the other preppers/homesteaders once a month ❤❤!!!

[@jacquelinepetersen9061]

We don't have a BJ's in Illinois, but it looks similar to our Costco's. If you buy in bulk, like those stores, if you have family or neighbors to share with, it's more worth it. Often they have specials too, but it all depends on how many you are feeding.We are members of Costco and Sam's and it's worth it to us as we do spend enough at Costco that it actually covers our annual fee plus extra to spend at Costco. Our Sam's club is very reasonable per year and well worth it also. And gas at Sam's Club is always cheaper. Always fun watching you and James together !! Thanks for always sharing with us !!

[@EMoore-jd6bx]

They offer an educator discount and the ability to share your membership to help with the membership cost. Also, you can order items online and have them shipped to your home.

[@TinaCraumer]

Love BJ's. Been a member for over 15 years. No Sam's club or Costco for me!! Also during the "masking days" I went mask free thru that store and never one word ever said. They have a great selection...even some organic products!

[@malliehill4291]

God Bless you Patara and James and your family ❤❤❤Praying for you Patara and James and your family and everyone in the world ❤❤❤Thanks for sharing your wisdom with us all ❤❤❤

[@scorpionpro]

James is so cute ! Yall make a precious couple ❤

[@carasuzie7388]

We love BJ's! We were members of Costco while we lived in Texas and I really liked it, but when we moved to Maine and lived there for 11 years, we joined BJs because it was closer. The produce was great, the organic sections were good, and the pineapples were huge! Also, they always ran good deals like Costco, but they would let you stack coupons with their deals and that was great! So, now, that we live in Indiana, they have 2 BJs that are too far away for us to make it worth becoming members right now, but I am very hopeful they build one closer to us! They seem to be building more and more. So I'm definitely on the BJs train!😊 I miss it!😢

[@marymurphy2605]

There is a new BJ's about 70 miles one way from us. We won't waste that fuel for prices, that as you showed us mirrors the same prices at our local grocery store that is only 5 miles away. In that you took ALL this time and effort to make this video to ask this question, YOU have answered your own question. The answer is a resounding NO!!!

[@tiffanyreed1946]

I've been a member for about 2 years. I love the smaller size on some things and the deli is the best. I have them and Costco. I save a ton of money.

[@Wowzer911]

Love, love, love BJs. Used to shop at both Sams & Costco. Great prices & freshness on breads, produce & meats! It's very cozy shopping in a smaller store🎉

[@ChrisAlred-mn5if]

I don't have any memberships for shopping, so I don't have a recommendation. I know that you two will choose what works for you. I just love your videos, and James, what a keeper. 😊

[@gailhink1222]

We have a smaller BJ's here and I did join because the only other alternative is Wal-Mart and a Tops grocery store.BJ'S will send monthly flyers with coupons for $$s off many products and I bought a winter jacket that was listed on the tag for $99.00 and it cashed out for 25.99 and it is so warm&cozy.I also save on detergents,toilet paper,and those kinds of items.Their food products are very good,might seem a little higher but the quantity and quality are worth it because they don't short you on volume.All and all,I do shop around wherever their is a good deal,be it the Dollar stores,Aldi's,Drug stores,ECT.You have to nowadays to get the most for your money!

[@TJ_in_GA]

Yes! Join and show hauls because no one else does

[@esthersdaughterlong8149]

I personally wouldn't. Prices seem higher the Costco.

[@kristinhungerford3399]

Wait for them to send you a flyer to join. Typically, you can get a membership for $20. Then I let mine expire each year and they'll send me the offer again after a couple of months.

[@RoseMiller-xh5ei]

We joined BJ's in 2016 and have been a member since. The larger sized packages, plus coupons - yes sometimes 2 coupons for the same item with different expiration dates - and lower gas prices are great. Have never been to a Sam's Club or Costco so I can't really compare, but do appreciate BJ's. It's worth a one year membership to give it a try.

[@kristrudgen7667]

I like BJs. I'm from Michigan. Gas prices are a big hit for me. Their Berkley brand seems to be good quality food, not extra preservatives. It's been a benefit for my family. I do pick and choose what I purchase for price.

[@grammaomar7976]

Where are you in michigan?? I'm in lower northwest mi. Thanks 😊.

[@eyeofmit]

I have been a member of the big three over the years, Costco, Sam's and BJ's. I have not had any issues with any. Currently we are at BJ's

[@Votethepower]

I've been a BJ's member for about seven years. No complaints.

[@maryannaarnold3817]

Hi Patara and James, we used to have a Sam's membership and checked out BJ's. Our most favorite place to shop with a membership is Costco. We find more items, that we consume, fresh and organic foods, appliances, eyewear, homegoods and clothing and gasoline price is always lowest at Costco in NC.

[@yvonnemcquitty5604]

I'm a Sam's club and Kroger member. Never seen BJ's. What i noticed was BJ's price of meat in your video. Last week at Sam's club, grass feed ground meat, $3.38lb, $3.80 lb at Kroger.

[@TamRob]

I ❤ BJ’s

[@makadutaarzola9453]

🕺💃💃🕺💃🕺🕺💃🕺💃🕺💃 moving our feet in the kitchen to this music. 🎉🎉

[@virginiabirkett4980]

The only thing in my area is Walmart and a local store. Prices in both are just ridiculous 🙄 The closest of any of these is an hour plus away and don't even go to those towns once a year. Hope you had a Great day ❤

[@brendasellers3580]

Me too. It's 30 miles for us to even get to a Walmart super center. I stop at Aldis when I'm in those towns

[@Mary0005able]

We have had BJ's for years. At one point we held both a BJ's and Sam's Club membership and enjoyed both place for various reasons. Mainly it was the selection of meats and quality where one had better burgers and the other more pasture chickens.Our Sam's closed We are too far from Costcos to make it worth our while to go there. For that reason we now only have Bj's.We do use the app to "clip" the coupons for specials on sale and my husband loves their cornbread James lol. Also, at Thanksgiving time we generally pickup our supplies for the holidays which is when, from about Nov. 1-11, if you spend $150 you can get a coupon for a free turkey!

[@winnonadc2665]

We have been members for many many years !! We have the membership that gives back the most rewards therefore the charge card capitol one is our only charge card and we use it for almost everything and pay it off at the end of the month. Never to we have an unpaid balance ! The rewards are used in store only so it grocery money for us . We go about once a month ! Won’t do COSTCO and we have a NEW one a little closer by than BJ’s and Costco’s parking lots are terrible!!! Everyone I’ve ever been to! The store will settle down after the newness wears off . We never go on a Saturday either! 🥰

[@TheGail1217]

We had one near us in Miami before we moved to Powell TN and loved it. I’m considering getting another Membership!

[@dianesteffens5731]

I have had memberships to Costco, Sam’s Club and BJ’s on L I NY. I’m in Fl. for 5yrs this week and currently have Sam’s I personally love BJ’s the best, prices are better, more sales and have more of the products I use. I plan to get the BJ’s membership again. Before the holidays at the end of the year it was $20 membership.

[@melissamiron7063]

❤ best gas prices in my entire county in NY state. Good coupons, frequent with longer time before expiration. Good for cases of water and best price on large Dunkin Donut coffee. Rotisserie chicken was a bit dry but big.

[@LisaHallBusinessCoach]

I live in Louisville and haven’t been to check BJ’s out yet. Thanks for the tour.

[@maryengels1828]

I have belonged to Bj's for years. The trick with Bj's is to watch their coupons and use them. Watch for monthly sales with coupons. Their Berkley/Jenson and Welsley Farms products are good products. Personally, I like Dollar General, Dollar Tree, and any discount place I can find. Depending on what I'm buying, Walmart is the is the place I shop. Walmarts are everywhere. You do need to know what to buy, though. There are hidden high prices. Walmarts veggies aren't always the freshest either. I'd love to have a little farm like you. I live in a protected water reservoir area on 3.5 acres. The problem is that our soil is mostly slate and shale. Platform farming isn't easy to do due to an overabundance of wild life(hunting isn't allowed) and anything that might cause damage to the environment isn't allowed. Water runoff has flow certain direction and not into the reservoir. Philadelphia owns the water in the reservoir. They don't allow a lot to go into ther water. I do enjoy the wild life though.

[@maryengels1828]

Forr the last 12 months we saved $2954.62 between gas, coupons and rewards.

[@crism4932]

Hi Patara, for comparison, Walmart double 18 count eggs (total 36) was $20.82. This store is north of Denver.

[@R_B62]

Our nearest Costco is 80 miles away, our nearest 2 Sam's are 60 miles away. We have a Sams premium membership and shop in store about 4 to 6 times a year but order dry goods from them several times a month, delivered to our home. The premium membership has free shipping so we order delivered for no additional cost. Works for us!!

[@annbest2126]

I got the 110.00 membership and got the 80.00 credit. I am very happy with the shopping experience. Loved the coupons too. Got some real bargains for the bulk items I use. I don't do credit cards. Only thing I had problems with was the line to the bathroom. It's a lot better to go on a week day.

[@SKM531]

You can try it for a year! We have Costco and sams club. We like them both for different reasons.

[@Flinshot1]

We went to🎉 Costco when my lady friend 😢 became a widow and Compared with Grocery Outlet's price about the same for food etc. Costco 😮employees in the Portland Oregon metro haven't been nice to me😢 😮 even as a senior lady Veteran. No❤ Fees at Grocery Outlets. Every Day Deals Grocery shopping is most affordable but gives caution ⚠️ 👌 on expired items. We both working full-time jobs and strategies are for trying to overcome levies and property taxes😅. Paychecks together are about 1/3 the cost of living 🎉 for one person. I worked most days last year no 2 days off together that I remember. I'm very much a number person I estimated ❤ w2 within $20 for 2024. Prayers 🙏 exhausted. No vacations or holidays. 😊

[@LuAnn-o7g]

We don't eat enough, or use enough of other items to join one of the clubs. Fortunately we're able to find the things we need at a decent price. We don't have a freezer so it's not an option to purchase a lot of say, strawberries because we can't freeze them. There are things in those clubs I would be interested in, at times, but not enough to pay for a membership.

[@jackwright9102]

Having fun 😊

[@patriciaburch3847]

So a better place for going in and getting out quicker. I kinda like looking around for a bit.

[@carmeturner43]

We have a membership to Sam's, BJ's, and Costco. BJs has COUPONS! If you use the products that the coupons are for, you can save good money. There are several things we buy there regularly. Generic (BJ's brand) Afrin, their chocolate chip croissants, certain brand of dog treats, and the 3# box of Oscar Mayer weiners. With coupons, we buy Heinz ketchup, Scott toilet tissue, and other stuff. I may cancel our Costco because I don't like the clientele! RUDE RUDE PEOPLE!

[@li2779]

Yes, I find BJ's to have a more personable feel. Good on coupons, reasonable prices on organic produce etc. Was a Costco member for 20+ years until I finally had enough with clientele and staff rudeness.

[@karenkaren5013]

You can save even bigger when you use their coupons and manufacturers coupons.

[@kennethdemers4488]

Patara😊yes we join 2 years ago

[@K_Rich_1983]

The outer building design looks like it use to be a tractor supply store.

[@margaret2222]

I don't know anything about BJ's because we don't have them here in Northwest Ohio. I can tell you about my last experience with Costo though. I got to the back of the store and got so sick. I felt like I was going to pass out. I sat down on a pallet and almost immediately an employee came over and asked it I was okay. She asked if I needed water. I had water and said I think I just need to sit for a minute and should be okay. Well I didn't get better and over the next 10 or 15 minutes she checked on me again and two other employees checked on me. Eventually I knew this spell was not going to pass and I needed help. They brought a wheel chair and helped me through the check out and out to my car. They offered several times to call medical help but I knew my blood pressure was bottoming out and I just needed to get to my car and lay back for a bit. They were the absolute sweetest employees I have ever encountered in any store. So if you do go with BJ's I agree DON'T cancel your Costo, they are amazing.

[@kitwalker520]

Depends on club - mine was built too small in Gainesville VA so many items are not in stock and spotty availability

[@annrivard8035]

I love my Costco , and it is good in USA and Canada and more , I know do not know BJ's so I can not speak for them but I really love Costco!!

[@jholcomb9532]

Ha! My husband went gaga over the big brownie tray at Sam's Club! Our men love their brownies! 🥰

[@lauralott5380]

So happy the south finally has this store! One because the prices are great and two because no one thinks I"m trolling with a weird innuendo ; D

[@robertgibson723]

We are members of both. They are very close to each other and not far from our home. We like the produce better at BJ’s. It is less crowded than Costco. We probably go to. Costco more and we spend more at Costco. We love their hams. They (BJ’S) also have a deli where you can get cold cuts , sliced to order. We live in Southern Ocean County, NJ.

[@deborahchaves8180]

Patara and James I think it would be nice to have a membership just so you have an alternative but if you really like Costco and they have the same things, I don’t see the reason to do it. It was really nice seeing you both though. Sending you blessings, prayers, much love, and a great big hug.❤🙏

[@jesusislord2457]

My nearest B.J.s is four hours away 😭 I'm thankful you can get there and play!🤜 Have a blessed week! ✌️💖🙏🙌🇺🇲🫂😘

[@BarbaraYandow-dy1kl]

Best prices for organic coffee, apples fresh vegetables; and store brand paper step. We’ve been finding Eddie Bauer clothes and shoes at really affordable prices.

[@gracelebron2964]

Join only if you will be in that area often. Otherwise, stay with Costco. Take care, 😊Patera and James❤

[@jonnaenck1570]

I stopped going to Sam’s and Costco years ago when they harassed me about the face diapers. BJ’s never harassed me. good thing, I prefer BJ’s anyway.

[@kimbowler8606]

I love you guys! I am glad you gave me a look in BJ! Ive been a Costco member for over 30 years and yes my Mountain Man and i stop in everyone we see! I love their return policy, food and people. I have never had a rude employee! I will stop and check out BJ now.

[@RobinWinslow-k8j]

I've been a member for two years now and love it. There are some things that they do not have, but I get quite a few things from them. I love the reduced gas prices. They do a promo with the gas a couple of times a year where if you spend $150 you can get the gas at a really reduced price....I want to say it's .50 cents off per gallon, but I could be misremembering. I more than make back the cost of the membership. One thing I really liked is that I got my membership initially online. Usually, ours isn't terribly busy. You can also go online and look at the prices ahead of time and see what coupons they have. I do want to go to Costco to see what it is like and what is available. I did a Sam's Club membership last year to get my husband's hearing aids. It was worth it. I buy a few things from them but do more of my shopping at BJs. They are very close in our area, so I can easily go to both on the same trip. Our Sam's Club is generally packed, the BJs usually is not. I like being able to bag my groceries as I check out, with Sam's, you can't bag until you get to your car. As I said, I really want to check out Costco. Without any experience with Costco, I would recommend BJs. The coupons are very helpful for me, but I usually have my daughter go with me because you have to "clip" the coupons on your phone. I think it would be better to make them automatic for those of us who are less tech-savvy. I think there is a coupon book that you can use, but when I'm in there it can feel overwhelming to try to do that. However, you can clip them before you go in or just take a minute to go through the booklet to see what you want to use. I'm not usually that proactive, though. Lol If you do join, I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. God bless y'all.