Comparing BJ's Wholesale Club to Sam's Club: Clash of the Wholesale Giants
By Charlotte Kuchinsky, published Nov 07, 2007
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I will admit that I like some of the things they sell there. Their DVD movies and television series can be less expensive from time to time and it is a great place to purchase things like food, appetizers, desserts, and flowers for get togethers and parties. Even some of their fresh fruit and vegetables can be a good deal if you need bulk quantities.
At Christmas time they have wonderful Christmas decorations, toys, and gifts like bath sets, food baskets, and candy towers, etc. You can purchase wrapping paper, gift bags, and ribbon in large quantities as well.
In fact, there is quite a bit to like about Sam's Club. It can, however, be a dangerous place to go if you don't have a few spare bucks to spend. I don't think I've often walked out of there without something in my hands.
BJs Wholesale Club is not nearly as well known as Sam's Club. It is, however, just as large. While the two stores have a great deal in common, they also have a lot of differences.
So which is better? Sam's Club or BJs? Let's compare them, head to head.
Sam's yearly flat membership for an individual, couple, or business is $35. Advantage memberships and business plus memberships range from $100 and up, depending upon the services desired. BJs' yearly membership starts at $45 and ranges up to $80, depending upon the services desired.
Sam's Club offers many services. They include auctions, auto buying, business, cell phone plans, credit, embroidery, financial, health care, credit card processing, optical, roadside and travel assistance.
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Takeaways
- Both Sam's Club and BJs Wholesale Club have a lot to offer.
- Sam's has a slighter wider ranger of services.
- I prefer BJs cross-section of products over that of Sam's Club.
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