Costco: Is it really worth it?

I’ve always wanted a Costco card but I’ve never qualified for one

Always astounds me how people don't get the concept of cost per unit (ml, kg etc)

Ooh, I'll be watching this.

When I first joined them last July, I thought many of their items were not actually cheaper than elsewhere. Particularly booze. Their curries, ready meals and fruit & veg selection also seem more expensive than the likes of Aldi/Lidl.

I still have this opinion, but there are some noticeable bargains to be had there.

Fuel is noticeably cheaper than anywhere though. Unfortunately I live in Swansea and the nearest Costco that does fuel is in Avonmouth (Bristol). The Cardiff store doesn't have a petrol station, so I have to be in the Bristol area anyway to make it cost effective to fill up there.

The 5 year warranty on electricals is excellent.

Costco's Kirkland Signature toilet paper is outstanding quality.

Despite its negatives, I'll likely renew my membership next month.

Yes yes and oh yes !
Petrol is always 2-4p cheaper than the supermarkets and 6p cheaper than petrol stations .
Water and soft drinks cheaper than Home bargain and B&M .
Then when the food items are on offer it great quality for the money .
Most electrical items 5 years warranty.
Parking spaces where other cars won’t ding your door .
Wipes , toilet rolls , kitchen rolls ect far better quality than supermarkets and cheaper , but you need to buy in bulk . But I only go every 4 weeks .