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If you buy a lot of household items in bulk or are looking for cheaper gas, a Sam’s Club membership may be something you’re considering. So we’re highlighting this deal: Sam’s Club has partnered with StackSocial to offer its Sam’s Club Plus membership — which is the warehouse club’s premium membership offering (see below for details) for $50 (it is usually $100). This premium version of Sam’s Club membership is cheaper than Costco’s standard offering (its basic membership is $60 a year), but it’s not the right option for everyone.
The pros of a Sam’s Club Plus membership: Generally, the savings at warehouse clubs can be worth it particularly for those who buy in bulk, fill up their car with gas there, or make large individual purchases like electronics or tires or electronics, a U.S. News analysis reveals. With a regular membership — which you can get right now for $15 via StackSocial — you can access those discounts plus, add one member of their household for free and shop online at SamsClub.com. With a Sam’s Club Plus membership, you get all of that but also the added benefits of free shipping and curbside pickup, over 600 generics at the pharmacy for $4 and 20% a pair of eyeglasses and free shipping on contact lenses. You can also earn back 2% cash back per year on qualifying purchases.
Is a Sam’s Club Plus membership worth it? Our take? Maybe not without the deal. But considering that you can get a few added benefits for shelling out around the same price of a standard membership? We vote yes. That said, if you don’t plan to shop at Sam’s Club often — or even online since the free shipping is a big perk — this may not be the deal for you. “To make back your $100 membership fee, you’ll have to spend at least $5,000 throughout the year,” says Wirecutter. But again, you’re paying half of that, so that’s something to keep in mind.
SlickDeals highlights this key perk of a Sam’s Club Plus for early birds as well: “You can shop up to three hours before other shoppers. Plus members get access to the store starting at 7:00 a.m. Monday through Saturday. It’s a great option for early risers or those who like to shop before work,” the reviewer notes.
How this deal works: Once you order your Sam’s Club Plus membership from StackSocial through this link, you will receive a redemption code via email that allows you to access your Sam’s Club Plus membership. There is sometimes a short delay in receiving the code, as StackSocial verifies that the order is legitimate. If you have any issues or questions, you can immediately reach out to StackSocial customer support via this link.
LEARN MORE: Sam’s Club has partnered with StackSocial to get you the maximum benefits of a Sam’s Club Plus membership for $50
About this column: Since you’re here, let me introduce myself: I’m Maddy Perkins, deputy commerce editor for MarketWatch Picks. I’m a big online shopper who loves to hunt down savings — particularly when it comes to cool kitchen gadgets, electronics, fashion and beauty products. I’ll be here a few times a week to share the best deals I can find online with you. Have anything you’d like me to hunt down? Write me at maddy.perkins@marketwatch.com. Cheers!
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