What We Bought at COSTCO & The Huge Bill! (Not so cheap when you add the tax!) / Sophie Shohet

Welcome to this COSTCO UK vlog! On this day we took a trip to COSTCO to see what they had. In my honest opinion, just because it's COSTCO, doesn't mean all of the prices are "bargain basement".
I show you in this what food items we purchased and the bill - let me know if you think it was overpriced or not!
DISCLAIMER:
Not sponsored.

[@angelacosta466]

It was so nice to see you at Costco, at a more affordable store for me. Thanks for being relatable with many of your viewers. Your showcasing normal life aside from luxury stores.

[@Loganersatz]

Someone isolate David saying “STOP WITH THE CAKE” I want it as my text tone

[@Robbie_LeMeow]

Costco cake, especially the white cake with buttercream is the most bomb-diggity cake in the universe! If you get Costco cake on your birthday, you are LOVED!

[@caviarandchampagne]

As a Canadian Costco fan, I love this video. We also have Aussie Bites here. David is like my husband, pulling me away from the cakes and pastry section to look at boring stuff like toilets or printers lol.

[@kagennotsuki]

Enjoying both of you shopping together and your interactions. Thanks for the peek!

[@veronicamcelprang5010]

Thank you so much for the "breath of fresh air'. I was hoping for a Costco video. You are so refreshing. TY!!!

[@jillmartin8255]

Hi Sophie!!! Hope you and David have a great weekend!!! Hugs xx

[@yule262]

I'm loving your new channel! It's fun hanging out with you doing normal everyday stuff. 😊

[@danicamay_]

Im from Australia and I have never seen those snacks in my life 😂😂 Love your new channel Sophie ❤️

[@chrissie81]

Really enjoy these kind of vids, makes me feel like am physically running about in the UK 😅 Thanks Sophie and David! ❤

[@ishabrown]

Really enjoyed this Sophie. It's good to mix things up a bit ❤

[@carlacameron4055]

I go into Costco once or twice a month. I find it a necessary evil. I find that some of the items are expensive. You are correct when you say you have to check your prices. The reason I don’t like Costco where I live in Canada is because every time I go there, it takes a while to find parking and the store is packed with shoppers.

[@reneehampton7665]

It depends on what you buy. I buy in bulk and I am just one person. Bulk detergent, toilet paper, paper towels, etc.

[@redblacklife]

I love these videos. For a small family or singles these bulk stores are dangerous. End up buying more than you need so spend more in total and realized I find better deals elsewhere in the quantity I actually need.

[@melriddell]

What a fun video, I enjoyed looking around with you as I haven't been to a Costco in ages!!

[@CASSIOPEIAANDROMEDA]

Was so nice going shopping there with you...I really enjoy this new channel ❤❤

[@adelvoros2868]

Hi Sophie and David! Was nice to meet with you at Costco and thanks for recommend your new chanel. You are such a lovely couple😍 I wish you the best in your life and with your new chanel🥰

[@toloveandrestore2472]

I love how respectful you are to David 😊

[@Robbie_LeMeow]

I am a single Costco member, and I still love it even though I don't shop there as often as a family does. I split a lot of stuff with my sister, and I never go without a list. If I don't have a list, I'll impulse buy. Not good. So list items first. Then, if I need to buy a Dyson, I will. I bought my Kitchen Aid mixer there, and some wardrobe staples. Things I always buy: big bag of frozen chicken breast, butter 4 pack, block of sharp cheddar, big bag of walnuts, parmesan and feta cheeses. Anything you can freeze will be a good deal. I also buy pantry staples packs, green beans or diced tomatoes, beans, soup, etc., plus coffee. Meat is often a pretty good price, as well as fish. I also buy their Kirkland brand medicine cabinet staples. Allergy pills, pain reliever, shampoo, etc.. So it depends on what you buy. Not everything is the best deal. But I know that what I save more than pays for my membership. What I don't buy there: Jewelry, TV's, laptops, large appliances. ❤

[@LookNowbySophieShohet]

I love your idea of going with a list Robbie! It's also great for things like water and even loo roll!! xx

[@sarahwhite1001]

You need a trip to Home Bargains! That Cosco trip was expensive! I always get frozen blueberries for my breakfast as so much cheaper and don’t have to worry about them going off 😊

[@flohough1870]

This was really interesting, I was surprised to see that Costco UK looks pretty much like Costco USA, even some of the same products as well. I haven't had a Costco membership in a while, we don't have one closer than an hour away and I agree that sometimes it's not really a good deal. With just two of us here, it's hard to use up some of the stuff before it goes bad too unless I plan ahead to freeze it. LOVED the David cam! And got a good chuckle out of "this isn't going to fit in our refrigerator"--been there many times myself LOL!

[@Aries.Goddess30]

Hi, pretty sophie 💓 💗 i love the regular non-luxury vlogs.

[@ourjamasianfamily4370]

Hi Miss Sophie! Watching here from Maryland USA I love costco as we're a family of six so we really need stuff in bulk. So happy to watch your videos including your luxury channel!! God bless you and Sir David!❤❤❤

[@Zoecasady3337]

David is like my husband he just disappears on me and I’m like I just looked away for a sec! It was interesting to see the UK costco compared to the ones in the US.

[@scribbyscribner118]

This video was great! Love the more casual Sophie. I get excited about Costco. Food (in general) is the best anyway, then you have the option to buy it IN BULK! Life is great, what a world we live in.

[@Blessedlifeliving]

Thank you Sophie and David! Loving these videos and I actually find them more interesting and entertaining than the ones on the other channel. It’s wonderful to see this side of you, too, and get tips and updates for daily necessities shopping as well! Lots of love ❤

[@jpatterson4016]

We have a second fridge on the basement for our big Costco hauls.

[@lindamurphy3969]

My outdoor seating set from Costco was $3000 for four chairs and four ottomans. It still looks new six years later so the quality seems good.

[@LookNowbySophieShohet]

That's a great deal for what you got Linda!xx

[@shikmabonfil286]

You’re Costco is sooo much better then ours and I’m in the us 🤦🏻‍♀️ I wish we had some of the ready to eat food options that you have there. What’s the deal with the vat in England it’s like the us you pay vat in the cash register or it’s just there because it’s an American brand? It’s always looks expensive over there but you need to learn what to buy there if you use everything it’s worth the money and saves a lot in the long run

[@pambuccilli3561]

I’ve never seen Aussie Bites in Melbourne Australia ❤🇦🇺

[@bernitajenkins7581]

Same here... NSW. 👋🇦🇺

[@qwertyqwert2772]

love this normal shxt!!!!!!!!

[@MANIFESTINGMYBESTLIFE]

Yeaaa Costco this is one of my fave shops, I am so happy to see this side of you and David as you go on your adventures. I dont eat the samples, I go with a list. I saw beside the tangle teaser is the PInk Eraser facial cloth THEY ARE AWESOME they take makeup off with just water its worth taking a peek at. They work like a charm. Also those of us that are seasoned Costco shopers know ONLY BUY WHEN THINGS ARE ON SALE. You save even more, but it takes keeping up with what you normally buy from them. Hey Sophie would you do a segment on food comparison from Costco v more expensive foods. Like the salad or the cakes etc. would you do a regular segment on how much you can save with Costco foods v buying them elsewhere and still maintaining your waistline and not overeating because you got the food in bulk. Hugs from Canada 🥰🥰

[@SSH1412]

Costco jewellery are really worth it if you haven't checked them out. Have a couple of pieces from there and they are value for money.

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

I am Australian and I have never seen those biscuits. But perhaps they are a Costco specific item? I do not trust any supermarket croissant. They are very bready, no flakiness at all. Waste of calories! There is a reason why good quality croissants cost so much! The sushi trays look glorious! I would love to go to Costco one day! Thank you for the video!

[@Loganersatz]

This is so wild to me because the layout is SO similar to our Costco. We go every Thursday.

[@janetr5929]

Fun to see your Costco. It looks exactly like ours in Arizona. Same stuff too!

[@HopefulFox-ms5pq]

Sophie Shohet I enjoy your luxury videos and the content on your new channel. Well done! ♥️

[@FrenchFifi65]

I did see the gray DKNY sneakers at my Costco and they look like little shark heads and now I can’t unsee it.

[@grassroots8165]

I love costco. It was fun to see what you have vs what I have in the states.

[@jaepennington7065]

As an Aussie, from Brisbane, never ever heard of that haha

[@mschristen22]

Sophie, I’ve been watching you for years..I have to ask, how come I’ve never seen you visit the states? Love your Costco shopping videos- it’s my favorite place!

[@Antoullini]

Hello from Greece! Olympos greek yogurt is one of the best here in Greece too!!! I always get the green one (2% fat) and it is very tasty! Same goes for their milk and their orange juice! Xxxxx

[@user-pz6yu4vy8v]

He’s so cute he was concerned you might get picked up for the music lol

[@AuraDawn_Health]

I shop at a similar place here in the states, and if you're buying food it might just be cheaper with a regular food store and their weekly sales they have. But I like big packs of things because I have a family, so in the end it's worth it (imo). ☺️

[@emilyb8663]

I love the Costco hand soaps…They also have really pretty ones around the Holidays.

[@decemberclouds]

Oh yes! The long awaited Costco video. I love buying clothes at Costco, I think it's a great deal. I also got my television there, it was £299 I think. Not everything there is bargain friendly, but they have a great return policy and pay employees well in many countries. Plus the hot dog price hasn't changed!

[@LookNowbySophieShohet]

You make a great point about the hotdog prices - I like that! I do wish Costco here was more like how it is in the States. I see these reels on IG showing hauls and people in the store showing amazing items they've found. They always find cute clothes and homewares, whereas that's rare (I think) in the UK to find cute homewares especially Hugs xx

[@janemcnaughten7275]

Hello Sophie and David. David wandering off is a man thing 😂😂 My hubby Gerard is a notorious wander offer. Sometimes I have to have a wheel chair & Gerard will leave me in the middle of an aisle, while he wanders off😮😮 Luckily I have a good sense of humour. 😊😊 Loving the new channel. Jane in New Zealand 🇬🇧🇳🇿

[@acarli1]

Happy Friday, Sophie!! xo

[@dealman3312]

The price for the patio set is an about right. In hawaii Costco they have fresh sashimi and poke , but it’s fished locally so it’s mad good! Can’t believe you Brits have to pay 20% vat wow! 😯 ours in Kanada is 13% , thought that was high innnit? Funny how the products in your store are so similar to ours.

[@Its_chakecia]

Yep, that's about right for Costco. I find it's not really worth it for small families, but I still have had a membership for 10 years 😂 it's DEFINITELY NOT closeout prices, but you can save money there. I look at is the same as 1.5% cash back on a credit card. Is it much? No. But if I'm going to buy it anyway may as well 🤷🏿‍♀️

[@happyhappy5430]

Hi Sophie. I like such vlog a lot 😊

[@sabbyg1316]

Pretty sure that same tent in US online is like $2,000 so pretty good I’d say

[@onlyClaire]

With Costco you need to know your prices, some things are worth while, I have picked bup some lovely Crewe and Ted Baker t.shirts for my beloveds work wardrobe. We always get a rotisserie chicken and get a mango smoothie kn the way out.

[@jazzelatienza7150]

Hi Sophie, Thanks for showing us your Costco trip. I am surprised that you have a low Costco spend. Most that I know spend at least 200 usd in their costco run. Even if it is not Costco, the grocery prices here in USA has also risen. I am glad you are making this content video ❤.

[@LookNowbySophieShohet]

I'm so glad you enjoyed this my friend! I wish our Costco was more like yours. I see a lot of U.S Costco vlogs where people find cute clothing and homewares. I have personally never seen such items here. We do get homewares/clothes but they aren't as adorable as the things you have! xx

[@carolynrose9522]

Aussie Bites, never seen them in Australia. I always think their out door furniture is expensive here. A few items add up in cost, but they are bigger sizes than what you would normally get. If you can use fresh produce before it goes off then it’s a win. You really need to know your prices elsewhere.

[@LIN-wt8dk]

I loved seeing your UK Costco, I live in Colorado, very close to Vail and we have a Costco very close. What fun to see what you have over there!!

[@roseg1333]

Great video but bad idea to go to Costco when you’re hungry 😅😂🥰 you end up buying more food than you want and have to find room for everything at home 😅💕

[@melhockley7553]

I love love Costco,,, quality food, ,,, some good deals to b had there,,, although can spend lots of pennies,, That’s for video

[@jackasmr2691]

I'm so glad that youtube suggested your new channel to me. I love your other channel because I adore your personality so I will definitely subscribe to this channel 😊

[@staceyyvonne9854]

haha the way your face lit up talking about the cake 🍰 💞

[@theginger8855]

I went to Costco today too! I never get out for less than $200!

[@marian9866]

Such a fun vlog! Im from Australia but i have never seen those snacks before 🤣 id be curious to try them though!

[@katherinepatsiouris9722]

Liking the video! Sophie, you need a steady cam stick holder thing for smoother walking videos. It was a bit wobbly...nonetheless, it was nice!

[@spoiltsassygirl2592]

Aussie here and I’ve never heard of Aussie Bites? We’re TimTam eaters here 🤭

[@douglasgriffiths3534]

I've been a member of Costco for so long---since the early 80s when it was still known as Price Club. I love to shop there mostly just before the holidays. I budget though, and never spend more than about $200. I live by myself, and bulk items would go bad before I could use it all. 2 of my TVs came from Costco. One is my computer monitor---52 inch screen that hangs on the wall. I've bought clothing from there as well, and also food. (Jan Griffiths).

[@Robbie_LeMeow]

YUP! Price Club in San Diego before the merger with Costco based in Seattle. I went with my mom to Price Club back in the day too! Loved it then, love it now!

[@Gigi44_Bookworm]

I love when it is about 4-5 degrees Celsius.

[@LookNowbySophieShohet]

You need to live here haha! Hugs my friend xx

[@andreapirringer7008]

Elvive in Germany is "Elvital". Same company.

[@douglasgriffiths3534]

I also get my shampoo and conditioner at Costco too. Those huge containers last me a long time. Also body wash, deodorant, and some cosmetics. I live alone, so everything lasts me forever it seems. Also vitamins and other supplements. Even Walmart can't beat the deals in those items. (Jan Griffiths).

[@roseelliott2728]

I’m in the USA and can’t get out of Costco without spending a minimum of $200. We go about once every 3 months.

[@YouAdii]

Your product selection is way better than my Costco.😢

[@susanfabcheung]

Hi Sophie ! Enjoyed shopping with you and David. Costco looks massive and seems a bit quiet 🤔 ❤

[@zoewilliams8038]

Ooh I love this video, nice down to earth at Costco. Wonderful...

[@Tellmetheteasis]

As an Icelandic viewer, seeing the Ísey Skyr made me happy. It’s delicious 😍 Too bad you guys don’t have the plain one, it ö has more protein 11g and makes for a lovely base in smoothies. Lovely vlog 🥰

[@hugs_xo]

I find costco to be expensive for many things. Nowadays we really have to shop around and know our prices well to find the real deals. Its such a hassle.

[@3iMrEaDy3]

I can say that Costco UK isn’t as good value compared to the Canadian one. Food and prices for goods are generally higher in Canada so Costco usually does a really good job at competitive prices

[@TheSoulgirl14]

It’s funny to see Costco in England so empty! I’m from Oregon, USA and Costco is always packed and busy! Americans love their bulk giant sized items 😂 people easily spend $100+ for a couple items it really adds up quickly!!

[@douglasgriffiths3534]

I have the hand soaps seen at 13:51. I got them at my Costco in Prescott, AZ. They were so pretty I had to get them. Cost was about the same, only in dollars. (Jan Griffiths).

[@user-sf6ig7fs8f]

❤thanks for the video ❤ Any shop has to fit the domestic purchase strategy. Costco may be a savings, if they stock the items you do need in bulk and stick with those, rather than full shop or a browse. The deals are more hit and miss from years ago. UK food and homeware prices at other shops are so much less overpriced than the US, so there is less savings for the UK market. The stand mixers were expensive. Some of these US brands may have had heavy import taxes? Thanks again!

[@yardi09]

Ring is a good price and we have the Dyson

[@jocelynohalloran3550]

I’m an Aussie and I’ve never heard of that Aussie bites brand, not where I am anyway. The bottom of Aus in Tasmania, the triangle at the bottom. Lol!

[@LookNowbySophieShohet]

Thank you for sharing this Jocelyn - we have lots of things over here marketed as being Australian, only I don't think they are lol. For example, there is a shampoo brand called Aussie. It has a kangaroo picture on the bottle and claims to be from Australia, only I don't think it is? Hugs! xx

[@jocelynohalloran3550]

@@LookNowbySophieShohet oh how interesting! Umm that’s a nope too!! lol! Cadbury chocolate used to be Australian, in fact it was made here in Tasmania and you could do a tour of the factory. It was a big thing to go there for school excursions and would come home with enough chocolate to last you a year! ❤️

[@struckanerve88]

patio furniture is always super expensive for not very nice quality

[@princessjulia5646]

Hi i actually purchaced two olive trees same size for 80 pounds for 2 in my local garden nursery. ❤

[@bernitajenkins7581]

I've never seen 'Aussie Bites'. Maybe other Aussues have?

[@kaylheecarroll3186]

Watching on my birthday 🎂 🥳 🎉 and love the costco vlog ❤😊

[@LookNowbySophieShohet]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Kahlee!! I hope you had the nicest day my friend! Hugs xx

[@kaylheecarroll3186]

@@LookNowbySophieShohet thanks Sophie 😊!

[@CeeCeeCrafts]

What a fun vlog. I love Costco. It was fun to see the UK store. Very similar to our US store. We spend way too much money every time we go. lol. 😝

[@ogjalena]

Seeing a lot of the same products the ones in/near my town have. I suspect that prices are probably cheaper here in the US and Japan (Costco is booming in Japan) and we have gas stations at many of them that are consistently cheapest prices in town. TVs and most electronics aren’t discounted often in Costco here (same prices/discounts as other stores such as Best Buy), but clothing is cheap. We also have Aussie bites, I think it’s a US thing??? I had a manager from Australia a few years ago, and he had no idea about them until I brought a package to work. (He ate nearly all of them!) Mostly buy steaks, fish, chicken, etc. there since the prices are decent compared to the grocery stores in town. With the Costco credit card, every year nets rewards back in the US only which is why it’s likely more appealing here (card has OK multiplier categories such as 3x restaurant, 2x gas at Costco up to 6k yearly for example). Online Costco in the US also has heavily discounted fragrance (niche and designer, decent selections inc Tom Ford, Killian etc) and many items not in stores, so I buy from the site if the shipping costs are worth the spend (some products are free delivery).

[@abbyvanhoose3997]

Hi Sophie,David, the tent is way over priced,and the lawn furniture too. DKNY was a very good brand. I know you have to know your prices when going to discounted stores,David was such good help. I really enjoyed this shopping trip,lots of love❤❤❤

[@johannacollins1130]

Interesting 🤔 I’ve never been not sure I will !

[@user-se4bg9bp1b]

The problem with places like Costco is the internet can be very slow or not work at all, so sometimes you have to do your home in advanced. A good things about Costco 1. Quality of products is always good, 2. You can return up to a year later. I find the fruits way too expensive, but it be cos I’m in the Midlands and I’m an Aldi/Lidl shopper. When we had a shop we would go to Costco for offers on Alcohol, soft drinks, water and sometimes toilet paper, there wasn’t much else we would get. We would bulk buy and as we had executive membership we would get cash-back every year, so at the very least the membership was free and the most you got max £150 cash back.

[@LookNowbySophieShohet]

Very true! I wonder if they block the internet on purpose? Because now you mention it, we had no data loading on our phones. I wish Costco in the UK was more like it is in the States. I see lots of videos of people doing hauls from there and they find really cute clothing and homeware items. I've never seen them over here. Yes, totally agree - it's great to stock-up on essentials. Although I've found that Amazon is cheaper for bulk buying loo roll! I bought 45 rolls of Andrex for £17.50 last week! Hugs xx

[@user-se4bg9bp1b]

@@LookNowbySophieShohet I think you might be right about the signal blocking. Thanks for the shopping tip, I’ll have look on what I can get on Amazon. 🙏🏽

[@ciccioblue]

Oh how much I love vlogs like this ☺️

[@GrumpyTweety]

I’d love those bottles of hand soap. Look so nice. Wish they sold it in my country as well (but the price would have gone up x3).

[@LookNowbySophieShohet]

They really were gorgeous, and they were ceramic too, so you could refill them once empty. The price was very good considering! Hugs xx

[@asunbeam5479]

Some things at costco are spectacularly priced but not everything! I think it would be more helpful if you had a better frame of reference for what you were buying cost elsewhere in your area. Inflation over the past few years has really affected groceries in my area

[@evamin24_63]

I think costco in the states might be a little better on prices but it always means you add more n more non need items to yr cart...🎉Ev

[@cmgardner2003]

I had to zoom in to see if that is a coach cassie 19. so cute!

[@andreapirringer7008]

Unfortunately there is no Costco in Germany. That's why the video is interesting for me. I would compare it with Metro or Walmart.

[@annamari545]

Florida Costco fan here. It’s basically the only store I shop at. 😊

[@jennn9637]

This is really cool! We dont have a costco so its just nice to watch vlogs

[@anned8443]

I always get the Aussie Bites. They are great for breakfast with a cup of coffee.

[@LookNowbySophieShohet]

What a great idea!xx

[@user-pz6yu4vy8v]

Yay here we go lol !!

[@jane_Cs]

Oh my lord, that Dkny shoeas are like 125€ in my country. Crazy..... 😂

[@sandispady9058]

The Aussie Bites are a healthier snack which is between a cookie and a granola bar. I find electronics and appliances to be a good value at Costco.