10 of the Best Costco Deals for May 2024

A big reason many people shop at Costco is to save money on both everyday needs and one-time purchases like new clothing or electronics. And while Costco generally offers competitive prices, you should stay on the lookout for sales that could save you even more. You may find bigger discounts than you could get anywhere else.

Here are some of the best deals Costco has going right now.

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A laptop isn't something you're buying every day, so it's important to take the time to research your options when you do. Right now, Costco is offering $300 off the Dell Inspiron Plus 16" Intel Evo 13th Generation Platform Laptop, bringing your price down to $999.99. It comes with a powerful modern processor, a backlit keyboard, and a webcam. Plus, if you buy a laptop through Costco, you get free tech support and a two-year warranty.

As a point of comparison, Amazon is selling a similar Dell model with the same processor for more than $100 more.

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Planning some spring camping trips? A sturdy hammock could be your ticket to relaxing after a long day on the trails. Right now, Costco is offering $5 off of a two-person travel hammock, bringing your price down to $24.99. It's made of breathable nylon and comes with its own storage bag for easy packing. And hey, if you're not into camping, no one would judge you for putting up a hammock in your very own backyard.

If you're tired of having your kids bicker over who gets the living room recliner -- or you're done with your dog taking up all of the couch space -- then it could pay to invest in a lounger of your own. Right now, Costco has an oversized one on sale for $69.99, which is $30 off the usual price. And that's the online price, which means you might pay less in stores. It features a removable, machine-washable cover for easy cleaning. And as a bonus, some reviews indicate that this lounger is large enough to fit multiple people.

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Now that summer's getting closer, you may be counting down to the days until you can spend your weekends relaxing in the backyard with a cold beverage in a comfortable chair. If you've yet to find the perfect chair, consider an Adirondack chair made with Tangent™ Sustainable Recycled Plastic Lumber.

This chair is weather-resistant, so it won't warp or crack. And if you're not convinced, consider that it comes with a 40-year limited warranty. Right now, Costco is knocking $25 off of the price, bringing your total for an online purchase to $134.99.

Aches and pains happen to everybody, so it pays to keep acetaminophen (the active ingredient in name brands like Tylenol) on hand. If you have a larger family, consider scooping up 1,000 acetaminophen caplets at Costco now, since it's on sale for $2 off its normal price. That brings your cost down to $7.99, or $0.01 per pill. Even Amazon's generic acetaminophen costs $0.02 per pill.

If you have kids or a generally messy household, then paper towels are the sort of thing you can't have too many of. And Bounty has long been a trusted name in the absorbency game. If Bounty paper towels are a staple item in your household budget, then you might as well scoop up a 12-pack now, while they're $5.50 off at Costco. That brings your online price to $24.49.

What do you get for the mom who has everything or is hard to shop for? The gift of food, of course. Costco is selling a gourmet Mother's Day gift basket for $69.99 right now, which is $15 off the usual price. It comes loaded with high-end goodies that include kettle corn, fudge, gouda cheese, sourdough pretzels, crackers, strawberry preserves, and more. Order yours quickly to ensure that it arrives in time for Mother's Day.

Spring allergy season is in full bloom. For many of us, that means scratchy throats, watery eyes, and a sniffle that's tough to shake. If you're an allergy sufferer, it could pay to load up on Kirkland allergy pills.

Aller-Tec contains cetirizine, the active ingredient in Zyrtec. But because you're not buying a name-brand drug, and Costco is running a sale right now, you can score a pack of 365 tablets for $11.89, or just $0.03 per pill. Amazon's generic version of Zyrtec, by contrast, will cost you $0.11 per pill.

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You know those seasonal allergies we just talked about? If it seems like you're going through a box of tissues every few days, then stock up while Costco is running a sale. Right now, you can save $5 on a 10-pack of Kleenex tissues, bringing your total cost to $18.49 online. At your local store, as per usual, you might pay a bit less.

Have constantly hungry kids in need of snacks? If you're constantly buying bags of chips, you might as well do so at a discount. Costco is offering its Frito Lay variety pack for $5 off the usual price, bringing your total online price to $16.99. You'll get a mix of favorites that include Doritos, Cheetos, and Fritos for $0.57 per bag. A similar assortment on Amazon might cost you $0.88 per bag.

Of course, this list contains just 10 of many great deals you can find at Costco in May. It pays to take a trip to your local store to see what's on sale. You can also browse online to see what deals are available, make a list, and then attempt to tackle it in person for even more fabulous savings.

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John Mackey, former CEO of Whole Foods Market, an Amazon subsidiary, is a member of The Motley Fool’s board of directors. Maurie Backman has positions in Amazon. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Amazon and Costco Wholesale. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.