Costco isn't just the place for giant packs of paper towels and toilet paper: It's one of the best places to stock up on holiday gifts. We've scoped out some of the best money-saving gift-buying opportunities for 2020. (The popular warehouse giant is also a smart place to stock up on foods for your holiday meals.)
Prices and availability are subject to change. Some items may be available in store at a lower price.
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Costco might not spring to mind as a go-to for stylish purses, but you’ll be surprised at the online selection. For instance, you could please the leather lover in your life for less with this timeless tote. Made from full-grain leather, it’s $325 when you buy it directly from Hartmann.
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Sure, everyone’s in love with AirPods, but Santa might not have Apple products in the budget. But just like AirPods, these earbuds come with a wireless charging case. They’re water- and dust-resistant, provide up to 30 hours of sound when fully charged, and come with three sizes of ear gels for a custom fit.
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Lego sales are elusive at best, even during the holidays. Shoppers should check Costco for a variety of sets sold at a discount, including this 1,500-piece box that encourages creative play. It's much pricier elsewhere, including Walmart.
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“Comfy” is the name of the game this year, so this fluffy hooded vest will be a much-appreciated addition to any wardrobe. It comes in three colors and sizes up to 2XL. A similar vest on Amazon goes for $30.
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The new Apple Watch SE aims to tempt smartwatch holdouts with an impressive amount of technology for the price, and you can get it at a small discount at Costco. It has a faster processor and more advanced display than the older Series 3, but lacks the always-on display of the new Series 6.
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Want to gift someone a weighted blanket? Amazon is full of options, but few known brands. Pendleton, however, is always noted for its high-quality blankets, and reviewers are giving its weighted blanket with a removable cover rave reviews. Walmart is also selling it, but for much more.
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A go-to gift for coworkers, teachers, or any other group that needs your appreciation, gift baskets and towers can be notoriously pricey — except at Costco. For example, this gift basket from The Fruit Co. is more than $40 less on Costco's website than it is on The Fruit Company site. It includes apples, pears, cheese, mixed nuts, and more.
Help your favorite grill master stay on top of their game even when it’s frigid with this versatile Ninja Foodi. It also crisps, bakes, roasts, and dehydrates, and there’s a smoke-control system that keeps their kitchen from smelling like a campground. The Foodi goes for at least $20 more elsewhere, like Amazon.
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The Samsung Galaxy Tab A is a formidable iPad alternative for a fraction of the price. The high-resolution 10.1-inch screen offers a crisp, clear canvas for movies, games, productivity apps, and more. Get 13 hours of power on a single charge, and expand the 128GB memory up to 512GB with a micro SD card.
The gamer in your life will always appreciate more realistic sound, and that’s exactly what they’ll get from this wireless, dual-microphone set that connects automatically to the Xbox One. It’s $30 more at Target and Best Buy.
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This irresistibly soft throw will keep your favorite couch potato warm all winter, and the Ugg brand will win over any label-conscious recipient. You could pay close to $100 on Amazon for the same blanket. Don’t need as lofty a name brand? This Eddie Bauer option looks cozy, too, and for much less.
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Not having to stress over dinner may be the greatest gift at all. This oven-ready Sun Basket meal kit includes butter chicken, rice pilaf, and a southwestern turkey and sweet potato skillet. There are eight servings in all, and the $90 price tag is cheaper than going directly through Sun Basket — and no subscription is necessary.
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This alternative to the popular Ring doorbell alerts you to any kind of company on your doorstep, whether or not they announce their presence. The high-definition video is easy to view on your phone, and the doorbell is even smart enough to specially recognize family and friends. You'll get six months of Nest Aware thrown in for free, a perk not included by other retailers such as Best Buy.
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Know a kid (or a grown-up) who's gotta catch 'em all? Then you know that these boxes of Pokemon cards featuring three much-coveted GX foil cards are usually at least $10 to $20 more, making this set of three a great value.
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Many of Costco's Kirkland products have inspired fanatical devotion from shoppers, and its golf balls are no exception: Just look at the staggering number of positive reviews. Experts have directly compared Kirkland and Titleist balls, and found that Kirkland outperformed its name-brand rival at a fraction of the price. Keep your favorite duffer from running out of balls for longer — this box comes with 24 of them.
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Gift a distant friend or family member with a constant stream of new photos on this digital frame, capable of receiving messages and pictures from anyone who downloads the app. It’s also capable of music and video, and it’s $20 cheaper at Costco than Amazon and elsewhere.
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Want to get something nice for a foodie without blowing the budget on All-Clad? Each pot and pan in this beloved 13-piece set is made of hard-anodized aluminum that’s twice as hard as stainless steel. They're also nonstick, oven safe to 400 degrees, and dishwasher safe, with double-riveted silicone grips for ease of handling.
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Comfort food is always appreciated, especially after the year we’ve had. Get $60 in Krispy Kreme gift cards for $45 at Costco, and it’ll be easy to justify keeping that last $15 in sugary goodness to yourself.
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If your kids haven’t yet joined the cult of Squishmallows, the holidays are the perfect time. But don’t say we didn’t warn you: Once they get their hands on these soft, stretchy, pillow-like stuffed animals, they’ll be hooked. At least they’re way cheaper at Costco — you’ll pay $20 to $40 most other places.
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Don’t know what else to get? It’s hard to go wrong with cookies and brownies. This indulgent gift-box set has four dozen bite-sized cookies, three dozen brownie bites, two dozen mini muffins, and a couple of other surprise treats. A similar box would cost $30 more if you buy directly from Mrs. Fields.
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Smart plugs are a great stocking stuffer for a techie, letting them control lights and outlets using their phone or voice assistant. At $9 a pop, these Alexa- and Google Home-compatible plugs are cheaper than similar Wemo or Amazon smart plugs, which retail for $18 and $25, respectively.
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Face it: Video games are probably all they want for Christmas anyway, so you might as well grab a digital gift card at a $5 Costco price break. Bonus: Unlike tiny game cards, downloads are impossible to lose.
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These sleek little pots of lip balm are the perfect stocking stuffer, but don't shell out more than you have to, especially if you're buying for several people. Costco sells seven for $17 — that's about $2.40 each — while other retailers sell them for $3 a pop. The set includes three flavors of organic balms: strawberry sorbet, vanilla bean, and chamomile.
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Your favorite coffee lover will appreciate the versatility of this Hamilton Beach, which can brew a whole 12-cup carafe using ground coffee or single servings using K-Cups. There are plenty of convenience features, including a programmable timer, automatic shutoff, and automatic pause and serve. The same coffee maker goes for $20 more on Amazon and elsewhere.
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Gift the always-appreciated burger and a shake with these Smashburger gift cards. Buying these stocking and card stuffers at Costco even means you get one for free (and we totally won’t tell if you keep it). There are easy pickup and delivery options for those uncomfortable with dining in.
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A great gift for a beauty buff, this waterproof, anti-bacterial smart cleansing device helps break down dirt and oil for a deep clean every time. While you can pick it up for the same price at other retailers, Costco’s version includes a starter kit of cleanser, toner, and moisturizer.
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A tea lover’s life will never be the same after they get their hands on this sleek electric kettle. It can hold the same temperature for up to an hour, plus it has a built-in brew stopwatch, a precision-pour spout, and an LED screen. On Amazon, you’ll pay at least $20 more.
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It’s a safe bet you know someone who’s stressed right now, so treat them to this hip item that’s a light and sound machine. It includes a programmable timer that can shut it off well after they’ve relaxed or drifted off to dreamland.
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If you're really stuck for a gift idea, consider giving a Costco membership to someone who doesn't have one. At just $60, the basic Gold Star membership is cheaper than many of the items on this list and will let your recipient access members-only savings on groceries, household staples, and other goods all year long.
