12 Amazing Costco Buys for Under $50

Costco is a frugal shopper’s dream. Whether you’re shopping for the perfect gift or just need something affordable, you’ll find it at the warehouse retailer, where you can unlock the true value of your membership .

And even better, some of the best deals at Costco are under $50. So grab your credit card, head to a location near you, and grab these bargains today.

Editor's note: Prices and availability can differ by location or time period.

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1. Gift cards

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At Costco, you can find gift cards to movie theaters, restaurants, and more for less than face value. For instance, you might find a $50 Krispy Kreme gift card for $45 or a $50 Cinemark gift card for closer to $40.

Saving money on gift cards can make it easy to give a last-minute gift throughout the year while keeping more money in your own wallet . Or if you just frequent a place enough you'll save big.

Available Costco gift cards may differ based on your location, and Costco doesn’t carry discounted gift cards to every top brand.

2. Popcorn

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Costco’s munchable popcorn deals include a 36-count box of Skinny Pop bags for $18.99, making the price for each single-serving bag just 52 cents.

This deal is for a variety box that includes kettle corn, white cheddar, and salted popcorn bags.

3. Gift Tray and Baskets

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You can snag a beautiful gift tray or basket at Costco and save a little money and time.

The retailer has a variety of options. For example, you can get a Movie Marathon Gourmet Popcorn Gift Set for $39.99 or a Vacaville Fruit Company Dried Fruit & Nut Wooden Gift Tray for $44.99.

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4. Rabbit wine decanter

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Every wine lover needs a wine decanter. A decanter aerates wine as it is poured from the bottle, improving the flavor. A decanter also removes sediments from the wine for a better drinking experience.

At Costco, you can currently nab a Rabbit wine decanter for $47.99. So, if you’ve been waiting for the right decanter to come along at the right price, this is your time to shine.

5. Silk pillowcase

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Looking to give someone a luxurious spa experience at a fraction of the price? A silk pillowcase does wonders for your hair, minimizing snarls and preventing hair from drying out during the night.

It can also help modulate your temperature while you’re sleeping. Best of all, since silk is one of the softest fabrics in the world, it gives your face a friction-free surface for sleeping, which can reduce the development of wrinkles.

High-quality silk sheets aren’t usually cheap, but if you’re shopping at Costco, you can grab a 100% Mulberry Silk Pillowcase for $19.97.

6. Starbucks Pike Place Roast

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Do you dream of getting a cup of Starbucks coffee without paying Starbucks prices? Costco makes this frugal fantasy a reality with its 72-count box of Pike Place Roast K-Cups, available for just $42.99.

That’s much less than $1 per cup — a bargain compared to what you would pay at a Starbucks location.

Pro tip: Costco is a great place to save money. But you still need to be careful not to buy too much. Commit to crushing your debts in the new year by paying down credit cards and only purchasing new items you truly need.

7. Sonicare replacement heads

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If you listen to your dentist’s advice, you should replace your toothbrush about every three months. This rule applies to both regular and electric toothbrushes.

Luckily, Costco makes it easy to maintain your dental hygiene without overspending. Buy an eight-pack box of Philips Sonicare electric toothbrush replacement heads for just $34.99.

Following the three-month rule, your toothbrush should now see you safely through the next two years.

8. Foster Grant reading glasses

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Does your vision need a little boost? Reading glasses may help with blurry vision, especially if your blurred vision is caused by aging and isn’t bothersome enough to warrant an optometrist visit.

Costco’s three-pack of Foster Grant reading glasses costs $18.99, meaning you can improve your reading experience for around $6 per pair.

Plus, if you require more than reading glasses, Costco members get great deals on prescription glasses too.

9. Feit Electric 12" LED Coach Light Lantern, 2-pack

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It can be hard to find affordable outdoor lighting that holds up in storms, doesn’t break easily, and doesn’t look cheap or gaudy.

Fortunately, Feit Electric LED Coach Light Lanterns are built to outlast bad weather and have a contemporary yet casual design with an oil-rubbed bronze finish that complements the exterior decor of any home. You can get 2 for just $49.99 with an average life of 15,000 hours.

10. Wine glasses

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If you get the decanter, you have to have a nice set of wine glasses! Costco has Luigi Bormioli Aero 20-ounce wine glasses in an 8-piece set for only $34.99, so you can step up your next dinner party or date night.

These glasses have a helical glass swirl inside the bowl, which increases turbulence, creates a greater air-wine mixture, and enhances the wine's aroma and flavor.

11. Cast iron skillets

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A cast iron skillet is a kitchen essential if you enjoy cooking. Costco carries Tramontina Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillets in a two-pack for only $22.97, so you can get one for yourself and gift the other to a loved one.

12. Whole bean coffee

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If you're a coffee lover and you want to try something other than the Pike Place Roast, Costco is a great place to buy whole-bean coffee in bulk for an affordable price.

You can buy a 3-pound bag of Kirkland Signature Colombian coffee for only $15.49.

You could save even more if you use a Costco-approved credit card that helps you earn rewards like cash back.

Bottom line

Costco members already save on everything from groceries to brand-name clothes every day of the year. But amid all the bargains you’re used to getting at Costco, don’t let these nine deals under $50 fall off your radar.

Combining these deals with some great shopping hacks can save you enough money to keep your wallet in tip-top shape.

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