I tracked Costco's latest price drops, so you don't have to
By Jo Abi|
Costco Australia members have just three days left to take advantage of the discount bulk retailer's latest deals, including one bargain that could set you up for the entire year.
?It's times like these the trek to your local Costco warehouse is well worth the effort จC or, you can always order select items via DoorDash.
Research has shown ?bulk purchasing supermarket items can help shoppers save, and that is certainly the case when we compared Costco prices with other retail prices in this latest range, which runs until January 18.
One of their best current deals is Tide Laundry Liquid which Costco is selling for $33.99 for a 3.78L container, which could well last you through most of 2026.
The next best price we could find was $59.88, so that's a saving of $25.89 on one product alone, and we're just getting started.
Another cleaning product selling at a heavily discounted price is White King Extra Strength Toilet Gel for $15.49 for six 700ml bottles.?
The next best price we could find for this was $3.10 per bottle, which would total $18.60 for six. By purchasing it in bulk at Costco, customers save $3.11.?
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Now, let's take a look at some of the delicious foods Costco has on sale.
Costco is currently selling Creative Gourmet Mango Chunks for $11.99 for a 2kg pack. This product usually sells in packs of 500g, and the next lowest price we could find was $4.50, which means you'd pay $18 for 2kgs.
Buying them at Costco saves you $6.01.
For those looking for dinner solutions, Costco is selling The Standard Meat Co Honey Pork Ribs in a 1kg pack for $15.99. These aren't widely sold but are usually in stock at Costco.
Then there are Steggles Dino Snacks, selling for $11.99 for a 1.5kg pack at Costco. The next best price we could find was $10.50 for a 1kg pack, so by purchasing them at Costco you are saving $3.67.
Petite Cuisine Swedish Meatballs are on sale for $15.99 for 1.2kg pack, and Monjay Mezza Pre-Cooked Falafel are priced at $7.99 for a 1kg pack. Petite Cuisine Corn Fritters are on sale for $13.49 for a 1.2kg pack. These aren't widely sold but are often in stock at Costco.
Other amazing deals include Pringles Original, selling for $13.99 for eight 102g containers, which is $1.71 per 100g.
The next best price we could find was $2 for 53g, which is $3.77 per 100g, so by purchasing them at Costco you are saving approximately half the cost.
Costco is also selling 24-packs of 200ml Oak Milk bottles in chocolate and strawberry flavours for $19.99, which is an incredible deal. This works out to be 42c per 100mls, compared to the next best price of 98c per 100mls.
There are also Sugar Bowl Bakery Petite Palmier pastries for $12.49 for a 907g pack, and these freeze beautifully. This product is mostly found at Costco.
Other items include Kellogg's Mega Mix Variety 25-sachet packs for $14.99, including Rice Bubbles, Coco Pops, and Corn Flakes. The next best price we could find was $23.99, so by purchasing this at Costco that saves you $9.
And for ice cream lovers, there's a great deal on Ben & Jerry's The Fan Faves Collection which includes Chocolate Fudge Brownie, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, and Strawberry Cheesecake flavours, 1.36L for $18.99 which is $1.39 per 100mls.
Ben & Jerry's usually costs closer to $2.07 per 100mls.?
Vittoria Espresso Coffee Capsules, which are Nespresso compatible, are selling for $19.99 for a pack of 60, which works out to be around 30c each. The next best price we found was 41c each.
All up, thatกฏs a possible total saving of approximately $80 in one trip for Costco members.
Costco popularised? bulk purchasing in Australia when it launched its first location in Docklands, Victoria, in 2009.
While per unit prices are generally lower when making a bulk purchase at Costco and other bulk retailers, there are some rules you need to follow in order to maximise your bulk purchase savings.?
These will help you avoid common Costco pitfalls.
The rules are:?
1. Only buy items you know you will get through.
2. Compare the per unit price for each product to ensure you are paying the lowest prices.?
3. Try and avoid any unplanned purchases, or limited yourself to just one.
4. When it comes to perishable items, make sure your store them correctly so they last.
5. Make a plan for food products so you use them up before they expire.?
Costco continues to do big business in Australia, with a reported ?profit of $499.2m over the past 12 months, according to financial reports published by the Sydney Morning Herald.
This puts them ahead of Aldi, which reportedly earned $430.7m during that same period.
There are currently 15 Costco warehouses operating in Australia, with plans for several new locations in Victoria, Queensland and Western Australia, which are scheduled to open in 2027.?
Memberships start from $65 per year.
**Prices are subject to region and availability, and are approximate comparisons only.
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