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 2019. (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 sale price.
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Can't decide between a tablet and a laptop? This touchscreen Chromebook is like having both in one sleek, portable package. It includes 4GB RAM, 64GB solid-state drive storage, an integrated webcam and an Intel Celeron processor.
Sale Price: $150
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Regular Price: $200 ($50 savings)
Each pot and pan in this 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 — and come with a low price good through Dec. 24.
Price: $40
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This huggable bear is more than 4 feet tall and can be found at Costco for more than $15 off the price at stores such as Walmart. Reviews are packed with people who are simply delighted by the bear, including that cleaning it is pretty simple: Just use a vacuum.
Sale Price: $200
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Single-cup coffee makers are convenient, but sometimes it's still a whole-pot kind of morning. The K-Duo gives java junkies that flexibility, accommodating both K-Cup pods and ground coffee. A strong-brew function is available for anyone who really needs a jolt. A 12-cup carafe and 15 K-Cups come included. Buying the K-Duo Plus at Target will cost you more, and that's without the included K-Cups.
Price: $60
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It's hard to go wrong with chocolate. A four-pack of fancy Kirkland Signature chocolates provides four easy gifts for holiday-party hosts. Each box has 46 pieces — more than enough to tickle someone's sweet tooth for a while. And at $15 each, they're a far better value than Godiva, where a smaller 36-piece box will set you back a whopping $50.
Price: Starting at $75
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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 at least $30 more.
Price: Starting at $355
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Costco members can save a bit on the sure-to-be-popular Apple Watch Series 5, which features an always-on display, built-in compass, larger screen, advanced heart-rate sensing, and much more. The watches start at $399 with other major retailers, including Apple itself. Don't need the newest edition? Costco also sells the Series 3 and Series 4 at a discount.
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Price: $70 for two $50 cards
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Restaurant gift cards, a go-to gift for the person who has everything, may be cheapest at Costco. Among the best deals we saw: Two $50 Buca di Beppo gift cards for $70. There are also several $80-for-$100 deals. Be sure to check Costco in person, as many carry gift card deals for local restaurants and chains that aren't available online.
Price: $200
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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 on this Cyber Week deal that will stick around through Dec. 29.
Price: $39
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These irresistibly soft fleece-lined knit socks are sure to warm her feet all winter, and the Ugg brand will win over any label-conscious recipient. You could pay $10 more on Amazon, too. Don't need a brand name? These well-reviewed Sherpa-lined Jane and Bleecker socks will get the job done for much less, and you'll get two pairs to gift.
Price: $270
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This is a tempting gift if your favorite audiophile has been very good this year. It's hard to beat Bose for true noise cancellation and balanced sound; these headphones also go for up to 20 hours on a single charge. Buy them on Amazon and you'll be paying $50 more.
Price: $80
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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 837-piece rocket and launch control set that even has its own monorail. It's $100 elsewhere, including Target.
Price: $220
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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 and a Google Home Hub thrown in as well, perks not included by other retailers such as Best Buy.
Price: $33
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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, a five-box gift tower from The Fruit Co. is $31 less on Costco's website than it is on The Fruit Co. site. It includes apples, pears, chocolate, mixed nuts, and more.
Price: $24
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Many of Costco's Kirkland products have inspired a 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. That means you can keep your favorite duffer from running out of balls for longer – this box comes with 24 of them.
Price: $25
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No, they aren't Hydro Flasks, but reviewers say you'd be hard-pressed to tell the difference: Both are made of double-walled, vacuum-insulated stainless steel that will keep drinks hot or cold for hours. Of course, you will notice the price difference: One 32-ounce Hydro Flask goes for $45 on Amazon, while two 24-ounce ThermoFlasks go for $25 at Costco.
Sale Price: $280
Regular Price: $330 ($50 savings)
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A multi-surface, internet-enabled Roomba for under $300? Costco can make those robot-vacuum dreams come true with this easy-to-use model. Just press "clean" and watch it go. It's even compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant. A similar model has come down in price at Walmart — and still costs $16 more.
Price: $150
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Fill their day with endless hours of imaginative play with this dream of a dollhouse complete with four levels, eight rooms, and 26 realistic accessories. There's even an elevator. Buy from Walmart and you'll pay at least $100 more.
Price: $130
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Frye is noted for its long-lasting, top-quality boots, but they're notoriously pricey. Make a brand-conscious fashionista happy for less with this classic mid-calf pair, made of Italian leather with a rugged stacked heel. You'll pay less than half of what you would if you bought directly from Frye.
Price: $14
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A cozy, rugged flannel shirt is bound to be a staple in every man's closet. This one, double-brushed for softness on both sides, comes in four colors and eight sizes. Buy a flannel shirt directly from Orvis and you'll pay at least $89 — ouch.
Sale Price: $24
Regular Price: $30 ($6 savings)
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Great for that special someone who's always cold, this electric throw comes in six colors and patterns. It has three heat settings and an auto-off feature that kicks in after three hours. Amazon wants $50 for a very similar model.
Price: $39
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Need an easy gift for a movie lover? Pick up a four-pack of Cinemark tickets on the cheap at Costco and pay an average $9.75 a ticket — a nice deal considering adult general admission tickets often range from $12 to $15. They're good nationwide and never expire. Similar deals are also available for Regal and AMC cinemas.
Price: $33
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Satisfy their sweet tooth with twin tins of large, decadent David's Cookies. One tin includes eight 4.5-ounce triple chocolate cookies, and the other holds the same number of peanut butter cookies. If you bought direct from David's Cookies, you'd pay $37 for just one same-size tin.
Price: $30
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Know a kid (or a grown-up) who's gotta catch 'em all? Then you know that these collector's tins of Pokemon cards featuring much-coveted GX foil cards are usually $15 to $20 each, including at Target, making this set of three a great value.
Price: $220
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This luxe, unisex leather backpack is a wonderful gift for anyone who appreciates the finer things. It has a padded mesh back, trolley strap, a whopping 14 interior pockets and room for a laptop. Buying direct instead of from Costco will cost you a pretty penny more.
Price: $55
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If someone on your gift list is a perfume lover, check Costco first — there's almost always a selection of designer options selling for a nice discount. For instance, a 3-ounce bottle of Jimmy Choo Floral L'Eau for Women is less than half the price at Costco than stores including Amazon and Macy's.
Price: $70
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Give a gift of future fun to a little one (or four) with this four-pack of beary merry gift cards to Build-a-Bear Workshop, where kids can make and personalize their own stuffed animals. The cards are good at 300 stores worldwide.
Sale Price: $18
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Help someone get cozy in these classic fleece pajamas for a song — Nautica's pajamas typically still cost double this price, even on sale. They come in three colors, including a holiday-ready snowflake pattern, and eight sizes up to 3XL.
Price: $13
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These sleek lip balms 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 nine sticks for $13 — that's only $1.44 for each one — while Ulta wants $3 each. The set includes three flavors of organic balms: pomegranate raspberry, sweet mint, and vanilla bean.
Price: $60
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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.
