5 Sam's Club Members-Only Perks Most Shoppers Never Take Advantage Of
Millions of Americans pay for a Sam's Club membership every year, then spend it almost entirely in the aisles — leaving a stack of valuable extras untouched.
Beyond bulk groceries and household staples, Sam's Club quietly bundles in services that can easily save members hundreds of dollars annually on healthcare, transportation and even car purchases.
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Here are five underused Sam's Club membership perks worth knowing about.
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1. Pharmacy Savings and Free Generic Prescriptions
Price: Free (select generics); as low as $4 for all members
Sam's Club members can fill hundreds of generic prescriptions for either free (select ones) or starting at just $4 through the RxSavings program — no insurance required. Common prescriptions like metformin, lisinopril, sertraline and escitalopram are available at deeply discounted rates, plus over 600 more generics at $10 or less for a 30-day supply.
2. Optical Center Services
Savings: Up to 40% off additional pairs of glasses (for Plus members)
Sam's Club operates full Optical Centers inside most locations, offering prescription eyewear, contact lens fulfillment and accessories at prices well below retail optical chains. The club accepts most major vision insurance plans, making it one of the most practical member services outside the warehouse aisles.
3. Travel and Entertainment Discounts
Savings: Up to 60% off hotels; up to 55% off select theme park tickets
The Sam's Club Travel and Entertainment portal gives members access to negotiated rates on hotels, rental cars, theme park tickets, concerts and more. Discounted tickets are available for Universal Studios, SeaWorld and Legoland, among others — savings that can easily outpace the annual membership fee in a single vacation booking.
4. Fuel Center Member Pricing
Savings: Consistently below the national average per gallon
Sam's Club Fuel Centers offer member-only gas prices that typically run below the local market rate. Filling up once a week throughout the year can translate to more than $300 in annual savings depending on local prices, making the fuel benefit alone worth a closer look.
5. Auto Buying Program
Savings: Average savings of $3,463 off MSRP
The Sam's Club Auto Buying Program, powered by TrueCar, connects members with over 10,000 certified dealerships nationwide and provides upfront pricing before you ever walk onto a lot. It's one of the highest-value perks available to members and one of the least-known — especially useful for anyone shopping for a new or certified pre-owned vehicle this year.
Editor’s note: Prices and availability are subject to change.
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