Sam’s Club and Costco remain locked in a close rivalry. While Costco’s Kirkland brand drives strong loyalty, Sam’s Club often wins on value and convenience.
Key Takeaways
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Sam’s Club leads in pricing: On average, Sam’s Club’s grocery prices are about 18% lower than Costco’s.
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AI boosts Sam’s Club efficiency: The chain’s AI exit technology removes the need for manual receipt checks and speeds up departures by 23%.
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Costco lags in automation: Costco is improving checkout times, but remains behind Sam’s Club’s full AI integration.
