6 Items To Avoid at Costco This October
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Tiffany Lew
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Jenna Klaverweiden
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Costco is a well-know retailer that many shop at to buy in bulk and save money. But that doesn’t mean everything the store has is a great deal or offers the best quality.
Here are six Costco items to avoid buying in October.
24-Inch Preserved Salal Fall Wreath
- Price: $49.99
Holiday decor should add to your home’s ambience — not take away from it. Multiple reviews for this fall wreath say the dye bleeds, making a stained mess. This wreath is particularly impractical, as it’s not made for direct sunlight.
Staheekum Men’s Winter Boot
- Price: $35.99
October is a good time to stock up on all the gear you’ll need for winter weather, like boots. A winter boot should be comfortable and practical, but this one from Costco features reviews that say the boot is difficult to get on with an opening that’s too small.
Panorama Desk With Credenza and Bookcase
- Price: $999.99
Furniture’s often a big investment, and the more hassle you can avoid, the better. According to reviews, some customers received this desk with a credenza and bookcase with damaged and missing parts, and they had difficulty assembling.
Fireside Fresh Cut Floral Arrangement
- Price: $59.99
Giving or receiving flowers are often pegged to special occasions or holidays, and shoppers might think this fall-themed arrangement is perfect for the season. However, you may want to think twice about ordering these flowers from Costco. Reviews say they can be delayed and are inconsistent with online images.
G.O.A.T. Foods Taffy.com Assortment
- Price: $49.99
Bright, stretchy, sweet and colorful, taffy’s hard not to put a smile on your face — or the faces of trick-or-treaters that stop by on Halloween. But this taffy from Costco might not be the one to do that. Reviewers call it a “big disappointment” and “way overpriced.”
Anihana Shower Steamers
- Price: $34.99
As the weather gets colder, you may want to stay cozy at home and practice some self-care. A great way to do that is with shower steamers, which can offer an aromatherapy experience. However, shoppers might want to avoid this set of 12 shower steamers at Costco. Reviews for this one say they are “faint” and “barely produce any smell.”
Editor’s note: Pricing and availability may vary depending on location.
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