Best Bulk Items at Sam’s Club to Save Money, from Tide Pods to Shampoo

One of the best ways to save money is to buy your essentials in bulk. It’s not the most exciting prospect (saving money rarely is), but you can save a significant chunk of cash in the long run by picking up large quantities of everyday items from toothpaste to toilet paper to pet food. Big-name brands will almost always reduce a product’s price, per unit, as packaging size increases. And, as long as you have a place to stash them, it also means fewer trips to the grocery store (or at least lighter trips).

At a Glance: Best Bulk Items to Buy at Sam’s Club

But, when we say buying in bulk saves you money, we don’t mean cleaning out the toilet paper section at your local grocery store. Instead, you’ll want to do your bulk-buying through a wholesale seller. One such destination? Sam’s Club. The membership-only warehouse retailer is a great place to score discounts on essentials — especially if you’re looking to buy in bulk.

Best Bulk Items to Buy at Sam’s Club

Below are ten of our favorite things to buy in bulk at Sam’s Club. We chose products from either big-name brands like Crest and Tide, or Sam’s Club’s in-house label, Member’s Mark. We’ve cross-checked Sam’s Club’s pricing for all products to make sure you’re getting a better deal than you would with Amazon, Target, and Walmart. Compared to similar products at one of those retailers, these products represent an average savings of 39%.

All products have more than 100 customer reviews (most have 1,000+) and an average customer rating of at least 3.7/5 stars.

If you’re not already a Sam’s Club member, sign up here. Right now, Sam’s Club is running a deal that gets you 50% off the price of membership, bringing it down to just $25. Besides access to retail locations, Sam’s Club members get a ton of perks like same-day delivery and scan-and-go shopping in-store.

1. Crest 3D White Ultra Whitening Toothpaste (5-pack)

One of the easiest things to buy in bulk is toothpaste. You don’t need much space to store it, but, obviously, it’s something you’ll always need. Sam’s Club offers this five-pack of Crest 3D White Ultra toothpaste for just under $16, making it a great deal, per tube, compared to other retailers. (44% off compared to the same five-pack at Walmart).

2. Member’s Mark Men’s Boxer Brief (5-pack)

Most guys do not replace their underwear enough. I know because I was one of those guys until I started buying underwear in bulk. I won’t have them all in my rotation at once: Just buy a few big packs, like this one from Sam’s Club’s in-house brand, Member’s Mark, and tuck some away for the day when your rotation starts to become frayed. (You’re saving 17% off compared to a five-pack of Hanes underwear at Target).

3. Charmin Ultra Strong Toilet Paper (32 rolls)

Stocking up on toilet paper has more benefits than just saving you money. You won’t have to lug those big packs back from the grocery store, and you’re less likely to run out of toilet paper without expecting it (which is a disaster). Sam’s Club offers this 32-roll pack of Charmin Ultra Strong for just $28.88. The same amount will currently run you several dollars more, per pack, at Amazon, Target, or Walmart. (40% off compared to Charmin Ultra Strong at Amazon).

4. Safeguard Ultimate Care Hand Wash (3-pack)

At just under $10, this three-pack of Safeguard hand soap is a great deal. Hand soap is another one that’s easy to tuck away in the closet or under the sink, making it a good option for buying in bulk. (58% off compared to the same three-pack at Amazon).

5. Pantene Pro-V Ultimate Care Shampoo (38 oz)

Buying in bulk doesn’t have to mean simply buying more of something. For example, this Pantene shampoo comes in a large 38-ounce container at Sam’s Club, cutting down the price for you and reducing waste, as you won’t have to throw out as many containers. (54% off compared to the same bottle at Walmart).

6. Old Spice High Endurance Deodorant

No one likes the feeling of rubbing a mostly-empty deodorant on your armpit. Pick up one (or a few) of these Old Spice High Endurance packs from Sam’s Club. You get five sticks for $13.48, which is a great deal per-stick compared to other big retailers. (46% off per stick compared to a similar package at Amazon).

7. Member’s Mark Stemless Crystal Wine Glasses (8-piece)

We think good dinner parties end with a broken wine glass (or two). If yours need replacing, save some money by picking up this eight-piece set from Member’s Mark. The crystal glasses are 19 ounces and feature a lead-free construction. (66% off per glass compared to similar glasses at Amazon).

8. Tide Pods Laundry Detergent

Tide Pods are typically around ¢30 a pod when you buy from other stores, but Sam’s Club has this 156-count pack for $29.98. That’s just ¢19 a pod, and they come spread out across four bags for easier storage and transportation to the washing machine. (21% off per pod compared to Target).

9. Member’s Mark 33-gal Trash Bags (90-pack)

Trash bags are another one we like to buy in bulk and stick under the sink. This large box from Sam’s Club costs $18 and comes with 90 bags, clocking in at ¢20 a bag. (13% off per bag compared to similar trash bags at Amazon).

10. Member’s Mark Lamb + Brown Rice Dry Dog Food (35 lbs)

Good dog food (stuff you actually want your pooch to eat) can get pricey, which is why this dry dog food at Sam’s Club is a great deal. It’s made in the USA using pasture-raised lamb and brown rice that’s healthy for dogs of all sizes, and it costs just $1.23 per pound in this 35-pound bag. (37% off per pound compared to a similar recipe from Purina).