8 Costco Buys Shoppers Say to Avoid

8 Costco Buys Shoppers Say to Avoid

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Costco’s a go-to for bulk buys and deals, but not everything’s a steal. Some items have gotten pricier or just don’t deliver the bang for your buck anymore. Shoppers are griping about these products, and we’ve got the scoop on what to skip. From meat to snacks, here’s eight things you might wanna pass on next time you’re rolling through the warehouse.

Kirkland Signature Raw Chicken Breasts

Man, the price on these chicken breasts has crept up big time. At about $3.75 per pound, you’re shelling out more than you would at places like Aldi, where you can snag chicken for around $1.89 a pound. Plus, the packaging at Costco leaks like a sieve sometimes, which is a hassle when you’re trying to stock the freezer for those weeknight dinners.

Avocados

Avocados at Costco are hitting your wallet hard at around $1.90 each for a six-pack. You can find them at Target or Walmart for under a buck each. I remember grabbing a bag at Costco for guac night, and half went bad before I could use ‘em—talk about throwing money away. Smaller batches elsewhere are the way to go.

Kirkland Signature Bacon

The bacon used to be a fan fave, but now it’s all fatty and thin, and the taste just ain’t what it was. You’re paying the same price for subpar quality, which stinks. A buddy of mine returned a pack after one bite—said it wasn’t worth the grill space. Check local grocery sales for better deals.

Fresh-Squeezed Orange Juice

The Kirkland OJ used to be a breakfast staple, but it’s gotten pricey and tastes watered down. Shoppers say it’s not worth the premium when you can grab better-tasting juice at the supermarket for less. I tried it last month, and it was like drinking hotel buffet juice—not cool for the price.

Name-Brand Cereal

Those big cereal boxes look tempting, but the price per ounce is often a rip-off compared to supermarket sales. You can score Cheerios or Frosted Flakes for $1.50 a box with coupons at Kroger. Costco’s bulk sizes mean you’re stuck with a ton if your kids suddenly hate the flavor.

Hot Turkey and Provolone Sandwich

The food court’s turkey sandwich jumped from $3.99 to $6.99, and folks aren’t happy. For that price, you can grab a tastier meal at a deli or fast-food joint. It used to be a quick, cheap lunch, but now it’s not worth the cash when you’re on the go.

Kirkland Signature Batteries

These batteries are letting people down with leaks right in the package. You’re better off grabbing Duracell or Energizer at Walmart, where sales can drop prices lower. Nothing’s worse than popping open a remote and finding a corroded mess—happened to me last Christmas.

Organic Milk

Costco’s organic milk costs about $13.67 for three half-gallons, but you can get the same amount at Target for $11.67. For smaller households, those big packs go bad before you finish ‘em. Stick to local stores for smaller, cheaper cartons that won’t waste your milk money.

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