Is Sam's Club Plus worth it? What to know about the premium warehouse membership before you sign up (2024)

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Is Sam's Club Plus worth it? What to know about the premium warehouse membership before you sign up (2)

Everyone knows that becoming a Sam's Club member can save them money. But there's a way to take your savings to the next level: An upgraded Sam's Club Plus membership offers you a 2% reward on your Sam's Club purchases, plus free shipping, select free prescriptions and more great perks. Sam's Club Plus memberships cost more to start than the entry-level Club membership, but for many shoppers, a Plus membership will save you more in the long run -- potentially hundreds of dollars per year.

If you've been thinking about joining Sam's Club Plus, there's an incredible membership deal offer right now that you won't want to miss. Normally priced at $110 per year, now through April 30, 2024 you can join as a Sam's Club Plus member for just $50 for your first year. This is the best price we've seen for Plus memberships, ever.

Tap the button below to sign up, or read on to learn about all the reasons why you might want to upgrade to Sam's Club Plus.

Join Sam's Club Plus for $50

What's the difference between Club and Plus memberships?

There are two levels of membership at Sam's Club. The entry-level membership, Club, offers all the basics: Access to Sam's Club stores, plus savings on gift cards, travel, gas, new car purchases and home services. All members get free hearing tests and eye exams, with designer glasses starting at $59. You can also get members-only discounts on prescriptions, with prices starting at just $4 for generics.

Normally $50 per year, there's a promotion right now where you can join Sam's Club at the Club level for $14 (through April 30).

A Sam's Club Plus membership is normally $110 per year, but now through April 30, it's priced at $50 for new members. Plus memberships include all the benefits of a Club-level membership, plus the extra perks listed below.

Join Sam's Club for $14

Join Sam's Club plus for $50

Best reasons to join Sam's Club Plus

Sam's Club Plus members get to enjoy even more perks than regular Sam's Club members. Not only do they have access to great gas prices, discounted gift cards and Sam's Club's under-$5 rotisserie chickens, but the below as well.

Sam's Club Plus members shop first and get free shipping

Sam's Club Plus members can shop the warehouse retailer before anyone else, starting as early as 8 a.m. Monday through Saturday. Free curbside pickup is also available, where a staff member loads up your car with your order. Same-day home delivery is offered at $8 with Plus when you order by 1 p.m.

Plus members have exclusive access to free shipping on most online items -- withnoorder minimum. Some restrictions apply.

Sam's Club Plus members get select prescriptions filled for free

Another great benefit: Sam's Club Plus members get 10 select prescription medicationsfor free. Treating Fido or Fluffy? The retailer also offers discounts on pet prescriptions.

Speaking of health, with Sam's Club Plus you get 20% off a pair of glasses and free shipping on contact lenses (offer does not apply with vision insurance or Medicaid/Medicare). You can also get a zero-cost hearing test and great prices on hearing aids.

Sam's Club Plus members can rack up to $500 in cash rewards

Plus members get 2% back in Sam's Cash on qualifying pre-tax purchases for up to $500 a year. So, if you spend at least $2,500 at Sam's Club in your first year, your Sam's Club Plus membership will pay for itself in full.

Want even more cash back? If you're a Plus member using a Sam's Club Mastercard, you can earn 5% Sam's Cash back on gas, 3% on Sam's Club purchases, 3% on dining and 1% on other purchases.

Sam's Club Plus members save big on tires

All Sam's Club members can get great deals on tires. But Sam's Club Plus members get early access to Tire and Battery Center services and save 50% on tire installation (in sets of four).

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Is Sam's Club Plus worth it? What to know about the premium warehouse membership before you sign up (2024)

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Is Sam's Club Plus worth it? What to know about the premium warehouse membership before you sign up? ›

Sam's Club Plus members can shop the warehouse retailer before anyone else, starting as early as 8 a.m. Monday through Saturday. Free curbside pickup is also available, where a staff member loads up your car with your order. Same-day home delivery is offered at $8 with Plus when you order by 1 p.m.

What do you get with a premium Sam's Club membership? ›

Benefits of Sam's Club Plus Membership

Free shipping on most online items for primary and complimentary cardholders. Free curbside pickup. Additional optical and pharmacy discounts, including 20% off a complete pair of prescription eyeglasses or sunglasses. Plus Rewards: 2% back on qualifying purchases.

What's the difference between basic and plus Sam's Club membership? ›

What is the difference between Sam's Club memberships? The Club membership is the cheaper option and grants you access to Sam's Club prices. The Plus membership is more expensive and offers additional benefits, such as free shipping, free curbside pickup and early shopping hours.

What percent do you get back with Sam's Club Plus? ›

Sam's Cash for Plus members only. Get 2% back on qualifying pre-tax in-club purchases. Maximum $500 Sam's Cash per 12-month membership.

How can I tell if my Sam's Club membership is good? ›

A new Membership is valid for 12 months from the date of activation, unless noted otherwise. Membership expiration and renewal date is shown in your online account and any order receipt.

Is it worth it to get Sam's Club Plus? ›

Sam's Club is known for its great prices, and the warehouse club has regular sales on top of that. A Plus membership breaks down to $9.17 a month, so you'll break even if you save at least that much on your monthly purchases of household essentials. That said, you don't need a Plus membership for this.

What do you get extra with Sam's Club Plus? ›

A Sam's Club Plus membership costs $100 a year, $55 more than the basic membership. A Sam's Club Plus membership gives you free shipping on eligible online orders, 2% Sam's Cash up to $500, early shopping hours, and free select prescriptions and other discounts.

What is the best membership at Sam's Club? ›

Plus membership provides the best, highest value available. If you run a business, Plus benefits like free shipping, Curbside Pickup and early shopping hours can help take your business to the next level.

How do I get $45 off my first Sam's Club purchase? ›

The warehouse club is offering new members a $45 credit to use on your first Sam's Club purchase (made within 60 days of joining) when they sign up for an annual fee of $45.

What's the earliest you can enter Sam's Club? ›

Club Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Early Shopping: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Do Sam's Plus members get 2% back on gas? ›

** Sam's Club® Mastercard® holders can earn: 5% back on gas (on first $6,000 per year, then 1%)** 3% back on Sam's Club purchases for Plus members.

What items cannot be returned to Sam's Club? ›

  • Beer, wine and spirits.
  • Automotive tires and batteries.
  • Cigarettes and tobacco.
  • Eyeglasses.
  • Hearing aids.

Do Sam's Club Plus members get cashback on gas? ›

As a Plus member. Scan & Go™ checkout. With a Sam's Club Mastercard®. Earn 5% back in Sam's Cash on gas (first $6,000/year), 3% at Sam's Club for Plus members, 3% on dining and 1% on other purchases.

Does Sam's Club really save you money? ›

Sam's Club wins for bulk purchases

You'll find a world of discounts at Sam's Club compared to big-box retailers like Walmart. But the true savings tend to arise in the context of bulk purchases. The quantity discounts you can get at Sam's Club are really hard to beat.

How do I change my Sam's Club membership from plus to regular? ›

If you wish to downgrade your Sam's Club Membership, you have a couple options:
  1. Visit the Membership Desk at any club to downgrade from a Plus to a Club membership.
  2. Call 1 (888) 746-7726 and say "downgrade my membership" when prompted to be transferred to the correct team.

What are the different levels of Sam's Club memberships? ›

Join for all the best perks.
  • Club. $50/year. Select Club.
  • Best Value. Plus. $110/year. Select Plus.

Can I use my Walmart Plus membership at Sam's Club? ›

If you sign up for a Walmart Plus membership, you'll receive perks and benefits when shopping at Walmart and Walmart-owned companies like Sam's Club.

How many cards do you get with Sam's Club Plus? ›

A Sam's Club Plus and Advantage Membership include one primary card and one spouse (or other household member over the age of 18) card.

How do you become a Sam's Club Plus member? ›

Select the Join Sam's Club link at the bottom of any SamsClub.com page to compare the different benefits of a Club ($50) or Plus ($110) Membership and join online.

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