Costco Canada has built a solid reputation for offering bulk quantities at lower prices, and shoppers can often save significantly compared to traditional grocery stores like Walmart and Loblaws. Whether it’s baked goods, snacks, or household essentials, Costco stands out for its competitive pricing.
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Below, we’ve rounded up 27 popular products available at Costco Canada that are cheaper than their counterparts at Walmart and Loblaws. Check out the incredible savings!
1. Croissants
Costco’s Kirkland Signature croissants cost $7.99 for an 825-gram pack, working out to $0.96 per 100 grams. In comparison, Loblaws’ Farmer’s Market croissants cost $5 for a 270-gram pack, which equates to $1.85 per 100 grams. Despite the higher price tag at Costco, you’re paying almost $1 less per 100 grams for a larger pack.
2. Dempster’s Bread
A pack of three 675-gram loaves of Dempster’s bread at Costco costs $6.99, making it $0.34 per 100 grams. Walmart’s price for two 675-gram loaves is $5, or $0.37 per 100 grams. Costco offers the better deal by a small margin.
3. Boursin Cheese
Costco offers a two-pack of 150-gram Boursin cheese for $8.99, which works out to $2.99 per 100 grams. At Walmart, a single 150-gram pack costs $6.47, making it $4.31 per 100 grams. Not only is Costco cheaper per 100 grams, but you also get two packs at a lower price than Walmart’s single pack.
4. Balderson Cheese
Costco’s 1-kilogram pack of Balderson Extra Old Cheddar cheese costs $20.99, or $2.09 per 100 grams. In contrast, Walmart sells a 280-gram pack for $9.77, or $3.48 per 100 grams, and Loblaws charges $10.49 for a 250-gram pack, equating to $4.19 per 100 grams. Costco is by far the best deal for this aged cheddar.
5. Russet Potatoes
At Costco, a 6.8-kilogram bag of russet potatoes is priced at $10.99, making it $1.61 per kilogram. Compare that to Walmart’s 2.27-kilogram bag for $3.97 ($1.74 per kilogram) and Loblaws’ 2.27-kilogram bag for $5 ($2.20 per kilogram). Costco wins with the lowest price per kilogram.
6. Raspberries
Costco offers a 340-gram pack of raspberries for $8.99, which works out to $2.64 per 100 grams. At Walmart, a 170-gram pack costs $4.97, equating to $2.92 per 100 grams. Costco provides better value with a larger pack at a lower cost per 100 grams.
7. Frozen Blueberries
Costco’s 2-kilogram bag of Kirkland Signature frozen blueberries is priced at $12.99, or $0.64 per 100 grams. Walmart’s 600-gram bag of Great Value frozen blueberries costs $4.44, which is $0.74 per 100 grams. Costco offers the better deal by providing a larger quantity for less.
8. Nutella
Costco offers two 1-kilogram jars of Nutella for $16.49, which breaks down to $0.82 per 100 grams. Walmart’s two 725-gram jars cost $13.87, or $0.95 per 100 grams. Costco also beats Loblaws, where two 725-gram jars cost $16.99, or $1.17 per 100 grams.
9. McCafe Coffee
At Costco, a 1.36-kilogram canister of McCafe coffee costs $24.99, which is $1.83 per 100 grams. At Walmart, a 640-gram canister costs $22.97, or $3.58 per 100 grams. Loblaws charges $28.99 for a 640-gram canister, equating to $4.52 per 100 grams. Costco is clearly the cheaper option.
10. Nescafe Instant Coffee
Costco sells a 475-gram canister of Nescafe instant coffee for $14.49, which works out to $3.05 per 100 grams. At Walmart, a 170-gram jar costs $7.47, making it $4.39 per 100 grams. Loblaws charges $15 for two 175-gram jars, or $4.41 per 100 grams, making Costco the more affordable choice.
11. Tetley Orange Pekoe Tea
Costco’s 945-gram box of Tetley tea with 300 tea bags costs $13.99, which breaks down to $0.04 per tea bag and $1.48 per 100 grams. Loblaws charges $17.49 for a 681-gram box with 216 tea bags, working out to $0.08 per tea bag and $2.56 per 100 grams. Costco offers a significant savings of $3.50 and more tea bags.
12. Chocolate Chip Cookies
A 1.07-kilogram pack of Kirkland Signature chocolate chunk cookies costs $10.99 at Costco, or $1.02 per 100 grams. Loblaws offers a 456-gram pack for $6.99, which breaks down to $1.53 per 100 grams. Costco is cheaper by almost 50 cents per 100 grams.
13. Honey
At Costco, a 3-pack of 750-gram Kirkland Signature honey bottles costs $18.99, or $0.84 per 100 grams. Walmart’s 375-gram bottle of Great Value honey costs $5.97, which works out to $1.59 per 100 grams, and Loblaws’ No Name honey costs $6.49 for 375 grams, or $1.73 per 100 grams. Costco provides a much better value.
14. Natural Peanut Butter
Costco’s two 1-kilogram jars of Kirkland Signature natural peanut butter cost $12.99, or $0.64 per 100 grams. Walmart’s 750-gram jar of Kraft peanut butter costs $4.97, which equates to $0.66 per 100 grams. While the difference is minimal, Costco offers a better deal in bulk.
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15. Honey Nut Cheerios
Costco’s 1.51-kilogram box of Honey Nut Cheerios costs $9.99, which breaks down to $0.66 per 100 grams. Loblaws sells a 725-gram box for $7.99, or $1.10 per 100 grams. Costco’s large box offers double the quantity for a significantly lower cost per 100 grams.
16. Rao’s Sauce
At Costco, two 770-milliliter jars of Rao’s sauce cost $16.99, or $1.10 per 100 milliliters. Walmart’s 660-milliliter jar costs $7.97, or $1.20 per 100 milliliters, and Loblaws charges $13.99 for a 660-milliliter jar, or $2.11 per 100 milliliters. Costco offers the most affordable deal with more sauce for less.
17. Kraft Dinner
Costco offers a case of 12 boxes of Kraft Dinner (340 grams each) for $15.99, or $1.33 per box and $0.39 per 100 grams. Walmart sells a case of 12 boxes (200 grams each) for $12.97, or $1.08 per box and $0.54 per 100 grams. Even though Walmart offers a lower per-box price, Costco’s larger boxes make it the better deal overall.
18. Rio Mare Tuna
Costco’s pack of four 160-gram cans of Rio Mare tuna costs $14.59, which works out to $2.27 per 100 grams. Walmart’s pack of three 80-gram cans costs $6.97, or $2.90 per 100 grams, and Loblaws sells a pack of three 80-gram cans for $8.49, or $3.53 per 100 grams. Costco provides the most economical option.
19. Nongshim Kimchi Instant Noodles
Costco’s case of 12 bowls of Nongshim kimchi instant noodles (86 grams each) costs $12.49, or $1.04 per bowl and $1.21 per 100 grams. Loblaws sells each 86-gram bowl for $1.49, or $1.73 per 100 grams. Costco offers a more cost-effective deal for this spicy snack.
20. Coca-Cola
A case of 32 cans of Coca-Cola (355 milliliters each) costs $15.89 at Costco, which breaks down to $0.49 per can and $0.13 per 100 milliliters. At Walmart, two cases of 12 cans (355 milliliters each) cost $14, or $0.58 per can and $0.16 per 100 milliliters. Costco offers a slight savings of $0.09 per can.
21. Nut Bars
Costco’s 24-pack of Kirkland Signature nut bars (40 grams each) costs $15.99, or $0.66 per bar and $1.66 per 100 grams. Walmart’s box of 12 Kind bars costs $21.97, or $1.83 per bar and $4.57 per 100 grams. Costco offers twice the number of bars for a much better price.
22. Jack Link’s Beef Jerky
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co sells a 900-gram pack of Jack Link’s beef jerky for $39.99, or $4.44 per 100 grams. Walmart offers a 150-gram bag for $9.97, which works out to $6.64 per 100 grams. Loblaws sells a 200-gram bag for $13.99, or $7 per 100 grams. Costco provides a more affordable option per 100 grams.
23. Pineapple
Costco offers whole pineapples at $2.99 each, which is significantly cheaper than Loblaws’ price of $4.99 for a single pineapple. Walmart charges around $3.99 for a pineapple, but Costco’s bulk purchasing power results in a better price per fruit.
24. Olives
Costco’s 2.2-kilogram jar of Kalamata olives costs $12.99, or $0.59 per 100 grams. At Walmart, a 375-gram jar costs $4.77, or $1.27 per 100 grams. Loblaws charges $5.49 for a 400-gram jar, which works out to $1.37 per 100 grams. Costco offers a better price for a larger quantity.
25. Rotisserie Chicken
Costco’s famous rotisserie chicken is priced at $6.99 each, while Walmart’s rotisserie chicken costs around $8.97, and Loblaws charges up to $9.99 for a similar-sized chicken. Costco offers the most affordable option.
26. Spices
Costco’s spice aisle offers large containers at better value. A 454-gram container of Kirkland Signature ground black pepper is priced at $5.99, which breaks down to $1.32 per 100 grams. Walmart sells a 100-gram bottle for $3.97, making it significantly more expensive per 100 grams.
27. Pampers Diapers
Costco’s Pampers Diapers, a case of 192 diapers, costs $39.99, or about $0.21 per diaper. Walmart’s pack of 120 diapers costs $27.47, which breaks down to $0.23 per diaper. While Walmart may offer a lower upfront price, Costco offers more diapers for a better price.
Conclusion
These 27 products are just a snapshot of the amazing value Costco offers when compared to competitors like Walmart and Loblaws. With its larger pack sizes and lower price per unit, Costco remains the go-to for savvy shoppers looking to get more for their money. Whether you’re stocking up on everyday items or simply looking for some great deals, Costco is tough to beat.
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