11 Items That Are Actually Cheaper at Walmart Than Costco

Costco is renowned for its membership perks and bulk discounts. But does it always offer the best deals? Surprisingly, Walmart can sometimes help you save money on everyday essentials.

Discover 11 Walmart products that are cheaper than their Costco counterparts.

Editor’s note: Prices are subject to change and may vary by location.

Price: $9.99 (on sale from $19.96)

While the regular-priced 2-pack of leggings at Walmart is only slightly cheaper than its $20.24 counterpart at Costco, it is often on sale for as much as half off.

Right now, Walmart is offering two machine-washable, stretchy pairs of leggings for a steal in a variety of pattern pairings.

Price: $19.78 (on sale from $21.98)

While you can nab an affordable 24-pack of original Red Bull energy drinks at Costco for just $49.99, or about $2 per can.

If you’re willing to grab two twelve-packs of the same, energy-boosting-sized can at Walmart, you can secure it for around $1.65 per can.

Price: $2.98

Did you know you can scoop up delicious, soft 10-count fresh chocolate chip cookies from the Walmart bakery 24 hours a day? That makes each chunky, chocolate-filled cookie about 30 cents.

Costco’s bakery also sells some great cookies, but they’re closer to 50 cents each.

Price: $38.99 (on sale from $72)

Strengthening your skin’s barrier isn’t inexpensive. While you can normally save $3 on this highly rated serum at Costco, the tables have turned when it comes to sale prices.

Right now, you can purchase a one-ounce bottle for $38.99, which is $31 cheaper than the $69.99 sale price at Costco.

Price: $35.99 (on sale from $79)

A deep-kneading foot massage can be one of the most relieving things at the end of a long day. Without a personal masseuse on-call, your best bet is a Shiatsu foot massager.

Grab one with six massage heads and 18 modes from Walmart for less than half of its $99.99 Costco equal, which has just two settings and three speeds.

Price: $1.98

Getting your greens throughout the day can be a lot easier with access to spinach. Use it as a salad base, in a smoothie, or added to a sandwich, panini, or pasta to bump the nutritional content.

This bag of fresh, leafy spinach from Walmart’s Marketside brand is just 19.8 cents per ounce versus the spinach at Costco which comes out to 30.5 cents per ounce.

Price: $7.08

Looking for an almost all-purpose pitcher to keep your mixed beverages and infusions in? This fun option is super affordable, BPA-free, and dishwasher-safe.

You can save almost $5 at Walmart, while a set of two at Costco will cost $22.99, or $11.30 per vessel.

Price: $29.99

If you are looking for multi-purpose footwear, owning a pair of stylish sneaker boots may be your calling. Luckily, you can get a really great pair of high-contrast, all-weather insulated, lace-up ones at Walmart for $2 less than the $31.99 everyday price of similar boots at Costco.

Price: $49.99 (on sale from $129.99)

Even at its regular price of $129.99, this 14-piece German stainless steel kitchen knife set is less expensive than anything you can get at Costco. Each handle has a triple rivet for seamless handling, and this set is notable for being tarnish and rust-resistant.

Costco’s most comparable 12-piece set is $169.99.

Price: $11.24 (on sale from $16.99)

Walmart is a great place to purchase basics and wardrobe staples in simple colorways. The same goes for comfortable, relaxed-fit zipper hoodies.

You can grab a Fruit of the Loom in almost any color right now for about a third of the price of a comparable black Kirkland Signature hoodie branded for $26.99.

Price: $4.32

Unless you are in a household of twelve people, it's unlikely that you’ll go through a gallon of milk very quickly. At Costco, you have to buy two, and drinking them down before they expire can be hard. Plus, you’re not saving any money. A gallon of whole milk is $4.50 at Costco and 18 cents cheaper at Walmart.

To maximize your savings, consider Walmart+ as a budget-friendly alternative to Amazon Prime.

Pair this with a top cash-back credit card to unlock even greater rewards on your everyday purchases.