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

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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 July 7, 2024 you can join as a Sam's Club Plus member for just $60 for your first year.

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 $60

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 prescription 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 $20 (through July 7).

A Sam's Club Plus membership is normally $110 per year, but now through July 7, it's priced at $60 for new members. Plus memberships include all the benefits of a Club-level membership, plus the extra perks listed below.

Join Sam's Club plus for $60

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 rack up to $500 in cash rewards

What is the advantage of Sam's Plus membership? ›

Plus member benefits:

Free Delivery from Club on eligible orders of $50 or more. Free shipping on eligible orders of $50 or more for primary and complimentary cardholders. Free Curbside Pickup: Order online, park & we'll load your car. See Curbside Pickup Overview & FAQ for details.

Can you shop early at Sams with Plus membership? ›

Do Sam's Club Plus members get into clubs early? Yes! Plus membership includes early shopping and early Curbside Pickup, so you can get in before the crowds. Find your local club and check their hours.

What age does Sam's Club consider you a senior? ›

Senior (55+) Membership Discount

Join as a Plus member and get free Curbside Pickup, free Delivery from Club on eligible orders of $50 or more, free shipping on eligible orders of $50 or more and early shopping at select locations.

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.

Is Sam's Club stopping free shipping for plus members? ›

Shipping, delivery changes coming to Sam's Club

19, and will affect both Plus Members and Club Members (who pay a $50 annual fee). Shipping for Plus members: Free shipping will be available on orders worth $50 or more, and a $8 shipping fee will apply to orders that do not qualify.

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

Benefits of Sam's Club Consumer MasterCard: Payments accepted at Sam's Club and Walmart.

Do you get a discount on Sam's Club Plus membership renewal? ›

*You will automatically receive $5 in Sam's Cash when you renew as a Club member or $10 in Sam's Cash if you renew as a Plus member. Primary members are also eligible to receive $5 in Sam's Cash for each Add-On member that is renewed.

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

How to downgrade a Sam's Club Membership?
  1. Option 1: Visit the Member Services Desk at any club to downgrade from a Plus to a Club membership.
  2. Option 2: Call 1 (888) 746-7726 and say "downgrade my membership" when prompted.

Is Costco better than Sam's? ›

Costco has more stores across the globe, is expanding rapidly, and generally offers cheaper prices than Sam's Club does, although the latter charges slightly less for membership, has a bigger presence in the U.S., and stocks more name brands.

Can I use my mom's Sam's Club card without her? ›

Membership cards are non-transferable and are inclusive to card and household cardholders. With a membership you are granted one primary membership card and another card for a spouse or member of your household 18 years of age or older. For security purposes, ONLY YOU the member on record, may use your membership card.

What's the difference between the $45 and $100 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'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. Cafe Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Can you shop at Sam's Club with a Walmart Plus membership? ›

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.

Is Sam's membership worth it? ›

This translates to fewer trips to the grocery store and more options on hand for meal preparation. Take advantage of perks. Even if you shop at Sam's Club just a few times a year, the money you save can make a membership worth it if you take advantage of all the included benefits.

How can I tell if I'm a Sam's Club Plus member? ›

There are a couple of ways to check to see if you're a Plus member.
  • Look at your membership card—either physical or via the Sam's Club App. If you're a Plus member, your card will have a "Plus" label.
  • Login into your SamsClub.com account or register your member number to a new account.

How does Sam's complimentary membership work? ›

The complimentary card is free of charge and grants membership benefits to a household, family member who is 18 years of age or older. Complimentary and add-on cardholders have their own unique 17-digit membership number and must create their own online account to place orders.

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