Shopping at Sam’s Club is all about getting the best deals. Thinking about getting a membership? Here’s what you need to know.
With a standard $50 a year Sam’s Club membership, shoppers get access to savings on gadgets, groceries, household essentials, fashion for the entire family and more. You also get additional perks including members-only deals and sales, same-day delivery and fuel discounts. Plus, Club members can now get free curbside pickup when you spend $50 or more on eligible items.
If you’re looking for even more ways to save, the $110 Sam’s Club Plus membership comes with extra benefits. One of the newest next-level perks is free Delivery from Club or free shipping, both on eligible orders of $50 or more. You’ll also get pharmacy savings and more cash back.
No matter which membership you get, you’ll also have access to other beloved perks including budget-friendly wedding services, travel savings, gift card deals, discounted home improvements and a robust auto buying program. With a membership, you also get access to the retailer’s beloved Member’s Mark brand. Shop our favorite picks.
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There are two levels of Sam’s Club memberships: the classic Sam’s Club membership and a Sam’s Club Plus membership.
The first tier is a year-long, base-level membership, which lets you shop for products in stores or online. It also comes with perks including access to exclusive sale events and fuel discounts for $50.
The second tier, a Sam’s Club Plus membership, is $110 for a year. This premium and more robust membership is ideal for businesses, according to the brand. It offers all the tier 1 perks plus more ways to save including free shipping on orders $50 or over free Delivery from Club on qualifying orders and more cash back.
What benefits come with a Sam’s Club membership?When you sign up for a basic Sam’s Club membership, you get more than just bulk savings. With this $50 annual membership, you’ll get these perks:
- Two complimentary membership cards: Each membership comes with one card for the account holder and a free card for another household member. You can also add up to eight members at a discounted rate.
- Members-only sales: Besides Sam’s Club’s reduced pricing, members can access “Instant Savings” events.
- “Scan & Go” shopping: If you’re shopping in person, you can speed up the process by scanning items as you shop with the app on your phone. The app also keeps track of your running total, and once you’re done, you can easily pay directly in the app. This way, you can skip the checkout lines and head right out with your digital receipt.
- Same-day delivery: Enjoy same-day delivery on eligible items ordered by 1 p.m. There’s no order minimum for this service but a $12 fee per order for club members ($8 or free for orders over $50 for Plus members).
- Curbside pickup: Shop eligible items online or from the Sam’s Club app and once your order is ready, you can pick it up without leaving your car. Just check in from your phone once you get to your local store and an employee will load your order directly into your car for you. Now, the $4 fee for this service it’s waived on orders over $50 (and it’s free for Plus members).
- Fuel and gift card savings: Sam’s Club members can use exclusive gas prices and save up to 25% off gift cards from favorite stores and brands.
- Health and wellness savings: Club members also have access to free hearing tests, walk-in vaccines, hundreds of generic brand prescriptions starting at $4 and 40% off additional prescription glasses when you buy a complete pair.
For those looking for the most savings, Sam’s Club Plus membership is the premium option. This next-level annual membership is $110. This upgraded membership comes with some additional benefits including:
- Early shopping: Plus, members can beat the crowds and shop two hours before clubs open to all members Monday through Friday and one hour earlier on Saturday, depending on location.
- Early access to sales events: Plus members also get early access to online sales events and in-store deals.
- Extra cash back: All Club members earn 1% Sam’s Cash when they use a Sam’s Club Mastercard, but Plus members get 3%. For other payment methods, Plus members get 2% cash back on qualifying purchases (with a year max of $500).
- Same-day delivery: Now, Plus members get free same-day delivery on qualifying orders of $50 or more placed before 1 p.m. There’s an $8 service fee for orders under $50.
- Curbside pickup: Plus members can enjoy free curbside pickup (which is $4 for Club members on orders under $50).
- Tire and installation savings: Save 50% on tire installation with four-year roadside assistance and lifetime repair as a Plus member.
- Pharmacy savings: Get select generic prescription medications for $0 as a Plus member.
Member’s Mark isa brand of products offered exclusively at Sam’s Club. You can find food, home, pet supplies and more, all under the Member's Mark brand.
Member’s Mark Musical Halloween Skeletons (Set of 2)
Halloween is almost here, and these outdoor musical skeletons set the tone. The set includes two interactive skeleton musicians standing tall at 5 feet and 5 inches with LED eyes. These motion-activated maestros also play a spooky jazz duet and use an adaptor plug-in, so they can be used indoors or outdoors, depending on where you want to get the party started.
Member’s Mark 8-Piece Flip-lock Pantry Storage
If your pantry needs some organization, this set of eight rectangle and square food containers doesn’t just save space, the containers help preserve freshness with flip-lock lids, per the brand. They have clear windows for an easy view, but the best part is the lids are interchangeable across boxes, so you don’t have to worry about matching them up to find the right fit.
Member’s Mark Hotel Premier Collection Premium Cooling Gel Memory Foam Pillow
For hot sleepers, the right cooling pillow can be a worthwhile investment. Luckily, this Member’s Mark Member’s Mark Hotel Premier Collection Premium Cooling Gel Memory Foam Pillow is under $20. It also has a cool-to-the-touch, washable zip cover with an antimicrobial treatment that prevents odor-causing bacteria from growing, according to Sam's.
Member’s Mark 24-oz Stainless Steel Insulated Tumblers (2-pack)
Available in four color combinations, this set of two stainless steel tumblers can help you up your water intake while cutting down on single-use plastics. The 24-ounce tumblers have double-wall vacuum insulation, which keeps hot drinks warm, cold drinks chilled and the bottle sweat-free, according to the brand. These cupholder-friendly tumblers also come with screw lids and stainless steel straws with silicone tips. Plus, the tumblers are BPA-free, says Sam's, and dishwasher-safe.
Member’s Mark 700-Thread-Count Sheet Set
These wrinkle-free, 100% Egyptian cotton sheets are quick-drying and offer hotel-quality softness thanks to a high thread count, per the brand. They’re also a great choice for hot sleepers because the cotton material helps regulate body temperature while the bacteria-fighting finish helps keep them smelling fresh, according to the brand. They are available in eight neutral colors, like Soft Silver, Zinc or Washed Indigo and a range of sizes from twin to split king.
Member’s Mark Women’s Everyday High-Rise Ankle Legging
These size-inclusive leggings are made of four-way stretch fabric that’s UPF 50 and wicks away sweat, according to the brand, and they have two functional pockets for under $10. They also have a V-shaped waistline and hit right above the ankle.
Member’s Mark 2-Piece Hardside Luggage Set
This hardside luggage set covers you for long and short trips with a 20” carry-on and a 28” suitcase. Both bags have a scratch-resistant outer shell and come in five colors, according to the brand. The suitcases also have dual swivel wheels and TSA combination locks. Inside the carry-on bag, there’s a wet-dry and shoe pocket, and the larger suitcase also has an adjustable compression pad to help keep things from shifting.
Why trust NBC Select?Lauren Levy has written for CNN Underscored, Yahoo Entertainment, MSN, USA Today and more. She has covered topics including home and kitchen, mattresses, vacuums and more for NBC Select. For this story, she researched the different Sam's Club memberships and benefits.
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