17 Sam’s Club Secrets They Don’t Want You To Know!

You've been paying for that Sam's Club membership every single year, but I'm going to guess that you're probably not getting everything you're paying for. Or maybe you don't even have a membership yet, and you're wondering if it's even worth the cost. Either way, stick with me. Today, we are counting down 17 Sam's Club secrets. Things that most members probably have never even heard of that can save you some serious money starting on your very next trip. So, let's get into it. Number 17, the pharmacy. Here's one that surprises a lot of people. You do not need a Sam's Club membership to use the Sam's Club pharmacy. You just walk right in. It's open to the public, and the prices on generic prescriptions are some of the lowest you'll find anywhere else. But for Plus members, it gets even better. Plus members get 10 free generic prescriptions. They're not discounted. They're completely free. And Sam's Club also offers same-day prescription delivery. It's free for Plus members and only $12 for regular members. Now, quantities and state regulations can vary, and you can check their website to see exactly what's covered at your location. Number 16, the return policy. Sam's Club has one of the most generous return policies in retail, and most members have no idea. Most items have no time limit, and you don't even need a receipt. They can pull up your entire purchase history right at the service desk. Now, electronics, computers, and cameras, they have a 90-day window, but for the bulk of what you actually buy there, you can just bring it back. No questions, no hassle, no time limit. And when you're buying things in bulk, knowing that you can return it if it doesn't work out, that takes a lot of risk off the table. Number 15, the optical center. Most members, they walk right past the optical center every single time they're in Sam's Club. And that's a mistake. Your Sam's Club membership offers full service eye exams, glasses, and contacts at prices significantly lower than a private eye doctor or even a mall eye care center. A full visit can run hundreds of dollars less than going that traditional route. If you or anyone in your family wears glasses or contacts, it's definitely worth checking out what Sam's Club charges before you book an appointment anywhere else. Now, non-members, they can still walk in and see the independent doctors for an exam, but to purchase glasses or contacts at Sam's Club, you will need a membership. Oh, and while we're on that subject of membership, here's a little bonus tip. In some states, you can actually buy beer, wine, and liquor at Sam's Club without a membership because state laws in certain areas require warehouse stores to sell alcohol to the general public. So, check your state first. But if this applies to you, you can walk right in and grab what you need and walk right back out at the lower Sam's Club prices. Number 14, the free household card. This one is simple, but a lot of the members, they never bother to set this up. You can add one person in your household to your membership at no additional charge. That's one fee, two people shopping independently. Now, most people think, okay, your spouse, and they already have that set up, but this is great for an adult child living at home or even a roommate. Whatever it is, they get to shop with their own card, and they can shop without you. That's two people with full access for the price of one. If you haven't done this yet, set it up at the membership desk on your very next visit. It only takes a few minutes. Number 13, the Sam's Club credit card. Sam's Club has a Mastercard, and a lot of members, they completely overlook this. Now, before anyone panics, I'm not telling you to go into debt. If you're one that carries a balance, definitely skip this one entirely. It's not worth it. But if you already pay off your credit cards every single month, listen to this. You can earn up to 5% cash back on gas, including EV charges. And that doesn't just need to be Sam's Club gas. It can be anywhere. You also get 3% back on Sam's Club purchasing and dining, 1% on everything else, and there is no annual fee. For a lot of families, the gas rewards alone make this card worth having. Now, just promise me one thing, pay it off every single month because interest wipes out those rewards very fast. Number 12, Members Mark. A lot of people see the Members Mark label, and they reach right past it. And I get it, store brand doesn't always have the best reputation. But here's what most people don't realize. In many categories, Members Mark products are made by the same manufacturers as the big national brands. There's the same quality, just a different label, but at a much lower price. That's things like olive oil, paper towels, vitamins, laundry detergent. These are categories where Members Mark goes up against the national brand and wins on value every single time. Just give it a try. You probably won't even be able to tell the difference. Number 11, one of my favorites, curbside pickup. Most people assume the only way to shop at Sam's Club is to drive there, walk through the whole warehouse, and load up your giant cart and unhaul everything to the car. But that's not true anymore. Sam's Club has curbside pickup. You order directly through the app or online, pick a time, pull up to the designated spot outside, and they bring everything right out to you. The best part, the prices are the same as shopping inside the store. There's no markup. You don't have to go in. You don't have to push a cart. You just pop the trunk and go. This is free for all members. And here's the part I really love about it. It keeps you out of the store, which means less temptation, less impulse buying, and more money staying right where it belongs. Number 10, the secret price codes. Most Sam's Club members walk right past this information every single trip. And once you know it, you're never going to look at the price tags the same way again. Now, this is a lot of information. I'm going to try to go through quick, but there are hidden clues on every shelf tag that tell you whether the item is regular price, seasonal, or headed for a discount or almost gone. Code one is the price ending. If it ends in 98 or 99, that's just regular pricing, and it's nothing special. But if it ends in 1 cent or 41 cents or 91 cents, in many stores, that signals a markdown or a clearance item. This can vary by location, so don't treat it as gospel, but savvy shoppers absolutely pay attention to those numbers. Code two is the letter on the tag. Look near the item number, and you'll see a single capital letter. C often means cancelled. The store has stopped reordering that item, and when it's gone, it's gone. And if your family loves it and you see a capital C, stock up on it now. S means seasonal. It will be temporary and will likely be discounted when the season ends. A means active. It's a standard item. Stable pricing. Nothing special is happening. N means never out. It's essentials like milk, toilet paper, water that Sam's Club, they keep stocked year-round. All right. Code three. That's the yellow tag. If you see a bright yellow price tag instead of the standard white one, that means instant savings markdown. It comes off automatically at the checkout. There's no coupon, no promo code needed. And once you start reading these tags, you're going to shop completely different. Okay, we are more than halfway through this list, and the second half is one of the best ones, so stick with me. Number nine, the gas station. This one deserves its own video. Honestly, Sam's Club Gas is members only, and the prices are consistently lower than most gas stations in the area. We're not talking a couple pennies difference either. For a lot of families, the gas savings alone cover the cost of the membership before you even step foot inside the door. So, if there's a Sam's Club nea

worth the cost. Either way, stick with me. Today, we are counting down 17 Sam's Club secrets. Things that most members probably have never even heard of that can save you some serious money starting on your very next trip. So, let's get

into it. Number 17, the pharmacy. Here's one that surprises a lot of people. You do not need a Sam's Club membership to use the Sam's Club pharmacy. You just walk right in. It's open to the public, and the prices on generic prescriptions

are some of the lowest you'll find anywhere else. But for Plus members, it gets even better. Plus members get 10 free generic [music] prescriptions.

They're not discounted. They're completely free. And Sam's Club also offers sameday prescription delivery. It's free for Plus members and only $12 for regular members. Now, [music] quantities and state regulations can vary and you can check their website to

see exactly what's covered at your location. Number 16, the return policy. Sam's Club has one of the most generous return policies in retail, and most members have no idea. Most items have no time limit, and you don't even need a

receipt. They can pull up your entire purchase history right at the service desk. Now, electronics, computers, and cameras, they have a 90-day window, but for the bulk of what you actually buy there, you can just bring it back. No

questions, no hassle, no time limit. [music] And when you're buying things in bulk, knowing that you can return it if it doesn't work out, that takes a lot of risk off the table. Number 15, the optical center. Most members, they walk

right past the optical center every single time they're in Sam's Club. And that's a mistake. Your Sam's Club membership offers full service eye exams, glasses, and contacts at prices significantly lower than a private eye doctor or even a mall eye care center. A

full visit can run hundreds of dollars less than going that traditional route. If you or anyone in your family wears glasses or contacts, it's definitely worth checking out what Sam's Club charges before you book an appointment anywhere else. Now, non-members, they

can still walk in and see the independent doctors for an exam, but to purchase glasses or contacts at Sam's Club, you will need a membership. Oh, and while we're on that subject of membership, here's a little bonus tip.

In some states, you can actually buy beer, wine, and liquor at Sam's Club without a membership because state laws in certain areas require warehouse stores to sell alcohol to the general public. So, check your state first. But if this applies to you, you can walk

right in and grab what you need and walk right back out at the lower Sam's Club prices. Number 14, the free household card. This one is simple, but a lot of the members, they never bother to set this up. You can add one person in your

household to your membership at no additional charge. That's one fee, two people shopping independently. [music] Now, most people think, okay, your spouse, and they already have that set up, but this is great for an adult child living at home or even a roommate.

Whatever it is, they get to shop with their own card and they can shop without you. That's two people with full access for the price of one. If you haven't done this yet, set it up at the membership desk on your very next visit.

It only takes a few minutes. [music] Number 13, the Sam's Club credit card. Sam's Club has a Mastercard and a lot of members, they completely overlook this.

Now, before anyone panics, I'm not telling you to go into debt. If you're one that carries a balance, definitely skip this one entirely. It's not worth it. But if you already pay off your credit cards every single month, listen

to this. You can earn up to 5% cash back on gas, including EV charges. [music] And that doesn't just need to be Sam's Club gas. It can be anywhere. You also get 3% back on Sam's Club purchasing and

dining, 1% on everything else, and there is no annual fee. For a lot of families, the gas rewards alone make this card worth having. Now, just promise me one thing, pay it off every single month because interest wipes out those rewards

very fast. Number 12, Members Mark. A lot of people see the Members Mark label and they reach right past it. And I get it, store brand doesn't always have the best reputation. But here's what most people don't realize. In many

categories, Members Mark products are made by the same manufacturers as the big national brands. There's the same quality, just a different label, but at a much lower price. That's things like olive oil, paper towels, vitamins, laundry detergent. These are categories

where Members Mark goes up against the national brand and wins on value every single time. [music] Just give it a try.

You probably won't even be able to tell the difference. Number 11, one of my favorites, curbside pickup. Most people assume the only way to shop at Sam's Club is to drive there, walk through the whole warehouse, and load up your giant

cart and unhaul everything to the car. But that's not true anymore. Sam's Club has curbside pickup. You order directly through the app or online, pick a time, pull up to the designated spot outside, and they bring everything right out to

you. The best part, the prices are the same as shopping inside the store. There's no markup. You don't have to go in. You don't have to push a cart. You just pop the trunk and go. This is free

for all members. And here's the part I really love about it. [music] It keeps you out of the store, which means less temptation, less impulse buying, and more money staying right where it belongs. Number 10, the secret price

codes. Most Sam's Club members walk right past this information every single trip. And once you know it, you're never going to look at the price tags the same way again. [music] Now, this is a lot of information. I'm going to try to go

through quick, but there are hidden clues on every shelf tag that tell you whether the item is regular price, seasonal, or headed for a discount or almost gone. Code one is the price ending. If it ends in 98 or 99, that's

just regular pricing and it's nothing special. But it if it ends in 1 cent or 41 cents or 91 cents, in many stores, that signals a markdown or a clearance [music] item. This can vary by location, so don't treat it as gospel, but savvy

shoppers absolutely pay attention to those numbers. Code two is the letter on the tag. Look near the item number and you'll see a single capital letter. C often means cancelled. The store has stopped reordering that item and when

it's gone, it's gone. And if your family loves it and you see a capital C, stock up on it now. S means seasonal. It will be temporary and will likely be discounted when the season ends. A means active. It's a standard item. Stable

pricing. Nothing special is happening. N means never out. It's essentials like milk, toilet paper, water that Sam's Club they keep stocked year round. All right. Code three. That's the yellow tag. If you see a bright yellow price tag instead of the standard white one,

that means instant savings markdown. It comes off automatically at the checkout. There's no coupon, no promo code needed.

And once you start reading these tags, you're going to shop completely different. Okay, we are more than halfway through this list and the second half is one of the best ones, so stick with me. Number nine, the gas station.

This one deserves its own video. Honestly, Sam's Club Gas is members only, and the prices are consistently lower than most gas stations in the area. We're not talking a couple pennies difference either. For a lot of families, the gas savings alone cover

the cost of the membership before you even step foot inside the door. So, if there's a Sam's Club near you and you're not using the gas station, that's money left at the pump every single week. And don't forget that 5% cash back on their

credit card. It's on top of those already low prices. Just remember to pay that bill off every single month. Number eight, the membership guarantee. This one is especially important if you're still on the fence about joining Sam's Club. They have a satisfaction guarantee

on their membership. If you join and decide it's not worth it, you can cancel and get your money back. Now, check with the current policies yourself because terms can change, but the point is the risk of trying a Sam's Club membership

is much lower than most people think. You're not locked in. And if that's been your hesitation, it's definitely worth another look. Number seven, price adjustments. This one catches most people offguard every time. If you buy something at Sam's Club and the price

drops shortly after, you may be able to go back and get the difference refunded.

The window is typically around a week. So, confirm at your location. Just keep your receipt and if you notice a price drop, go back to customer service and just ask. The worst they can say is no, but a lot of the times they'll take care

of you. Now, this isn't as great as Costco's 30 days, but it's still worth mentioning. Number six, the bakery.

[music] If you need something for a crowd, like a birthday party, a graduation, or a baby shower, stop in at Sam's Club Bakery before you go anywhere else. They have 30 cupcakes, like white and chocolate, whipped icing, and

sprinkles right around $16. That's roughly 55 cents a cupcake. [music] And a half sheet cake big enough to feed a whole room, right around $20.

decorated and ready to go. That price almost seems unreal until you see it for yourself. Now, it might vary by location, but that's what it is at mine.

And honestly, they taste amazing, [music] too. Number five, the tire center. If you've been buying tires at a dealership or a standalone shop without checking Sam's Club first, you may have been overpaying. Sam's Club runs major tire events where standard members save

$100 instantly [music] and plus members save 140 on a set of four. Look for the tire stack displays right when you walk in. Those are the brands running the discounts that month.

And it's not just the tires themselves that you're saving on. They have free rotation and balancing, free flat repair, 5-year road hazard protection, and 4 year of roadside assistance.

That's all bundled in. So, get a quote from Sam's Club before you buy tires anywhere else and then compare. Number four, the auto buying program. Most people have no idea this even exists.

Sam's Club members can access pre-negotiating pricing on new and used vehicles through their auto buying program. You go online, you find a car, and see the price upfront already negotiated for you before you even walk into the dealership. There's no going

back and forth, no sitting in that little office while the salesperson disappears to talk to the manager. The price is the price. And for a membership most people think of as just groceries and paper towel, a car buying program is

a pretty big deal. If you have a vehicle purchase coming up, look this up before you step onto the lot. Number three, the rotisserie chicken trick. Sam's Club prices certain items low on purpose to get you into the door. The rotisserie

chicken is one of them. [music] And it works because most people grab the chicken and they walk out with having spent $200 on things they never planned to buy. So, here's how to use it to your advantage instead. Go in for the

chicken. Make your list before you go. Stick to it. Let them pull you in with the deal. And then don't let the store do what it was designed to do after that, which is take as much money from

you as they can. You walk out with a full dinner for your family and nothing extra. That's shopping a warehouse like a pro. And before anybody starts, yes, I remember the rotisserie chicken debate on my Costco video. If you don't like

rotisserie chicken, you don't have to buy it. But the point here was that the warehouse stores usually sell really cheap items to get you into the door, and the rotisserie chicken is one of them. At $5, it's a pretty good deal.

Number two, the hearing aid center. This might be the most underutilized things [music] that Sam's Club offers. Sam's Club has a hearing aid center in many of their locations and they are open to everyone. No membership required.

Hearing aids through traditional channels can run into the thousands of dollars which puts them out of reach for a lot of people who really need them.

Sam's Club offers them at significantly lower prices with licensed hearing professionals on staff for consultations and fittings. If you or someone you love has been putting off hearing aids because of the cost, this is worth looking into. So, call your nearest

Sam's Club and ask about the hearing center. Before I give you number one, [music] if this video has been helpful, hit the subscribe button and turn on the notifications so you don't miss the next episode. Okay, number one, my favorite

scan and go and the technology that changes everything. Sam's Club has a feature called Scan and Go. And if you have never used it, you're definitely going to want to check this out. You open the app when you walk into the

store, scan each item as you shop, and check out right there on your phone.

There's no line, no unloading your cart onto the belt, no waiting behind someone with a giant cart of items. But here's where it gets really impressive. When you walk out, you don't even have to stop and show a QR code anymore. Sam's

Club has rolled out AI powered exit arches nationwide. So, as you walk through, cameras instantly scan every item in your cart and match it against your digital receipt in real time. And in about 3 seconds, the associate gets a

green light on their device and waves you right on through. This is not the future. This is happening right now.

Now, I like Costco, but this is one area where Sam's Club absolutely wins. [music] At Costco, I'm standing in two different lines. One to check out, and then another line at the door while somebody goes through my cart to make

sure I didn't walk off with my rotisserie chicken and toilet paper. Meanwhile, at Sam's Club, I scan as I shop, pay on my phone, walk through those exit arches, and I am done. Once you use Scan and Go, it's really hard to

go back. All right, so there you go. 17 facts about Sam's Club that most members have never even heard of. Now, I want to hear from you. Is there a Sam's Club tip or trick that I didn't mention? Drop it

in the comments below. Oh, and my next video is right here. So, check it out.