14 Home Essentials That Are Worth Buying From Sam's Club, According To Reviews

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In a world of rising prices, many people are turning to membership-only retail stores like Sam's Club to purchase home essentials. This massive retailer has stores across the United States and is known for offering great deals on high-quality products. Many loyal customers encourage others to shop at this retailer through glowing testimonials on the store website.

Below are 14 household necessities that you should pick up at your local Sam's Club. We ranked items from well-known brands as well as Sam's Club's generic brand, "Member's Mark." The name brand items are often sold at better prices than at other retailers, or they come in bulk or unique packaging that makes them more convenient for household use. On the other hand, many Member's Mark items are just as good as brand-name options.

Read on to learn more about top-rated home items worth buying from Sam's Club. We discuss what makes them superior and how their prices compare to other retailers. We also explore the ratings, reviews, and why people are so adamant about purchasing these products. You can find out more about how we chose the items for our ranking in the methodology below. In the meantime, read on to explore these common household products.

Swiffer Sweeper Dry Cloths

If you own a Swiffer Sweeper dust mop, Sam's Club's 50-count pack of Swiffer Sweeper Heavy Duty Dry Floor Cleaner Cloths is a must-have. These heavy-duty cloths attach directly to the mop and have a fluffy design that catches dirt, dust, hair, and up to 95% of allergens. The 50-pack is $18.48, which comes to $0.37 per cloth. This is a far better deal than other retailers; for example, Walmart sells the same quantity for $29.98, or $0.80 per cloth.

Reviewers highly recommend shopping at Sam's Club for these cleaner cloths, and over 3,500 people gave it a 4.8-star average. Eighty-seven percent of those ratings were five stars, with people expressing how useful Swiffer cloths are on most household surfaces. "Picks up everything the others didn't and more. Dust on the TV screen gets cleaned without having to swipe across it many times. And a bonus! I finally found something to clean my textured dashboard on my car," says one reviewer. This is one of the highest-rated home essentials at Sam's Club, even though it has fewer reviews comparatively overall.

Extra large Downy jug

Fabric softener is a common laundry essential that can also be used to keep your home dust-free. Save money without giving up this luxury by purchasing a bulk 150-fluid-ounce jug of Downy Soft & Fresh April Fresh Liquid Fabric Softener. At Sam's Club, this jug is $13.98, or $0.09 per fluid ounce. It softens fabrics and leaves a fresh scent behind— the brand claims that bed sheets retain this scent for up to a week.

Over 5,700 Sam's Club shoppers reviewed this product, and 87% gave it five stars. It has a 4.8-star rating overall, with people applauding the formula and Sam's Club deal. "You can't go wrong with Downy. This is well worth buying. It's the same price as buying the big one in other stores, and you get a lot more," one reviewer raved. This product only ranked slightly higher than the Swiffer cloths because it has 2,000 more ratings on record.

Windex spray bottle plus refills

Keep all mirrors, windows, and glass furniture in your home streak-free with a convenient package of Windex products. Sam's Club carries a duo pack of Windex Original Glass Cleaner that includes a spray bottle and a 128-fluid-ounce refill jug. This is a great product if you want to cut down on plastic waste and have a convenient back stock of glass cleaner. As an additional perk, it's very budget-friendly at only $11.72, or $0.07 per fluid ounce. Compare this with Dollar General's Windex original cleaner that has no spray nozzle but costs $0.13 per fluid ounce.

Given the great deal and convenient packaging, it's no surprise that over 5,800 people gave this item a 4.8-star average. Eighty-five percent of those reviewers gave it five stars, again praising both the product and the giant retailer that carries it, with one review saying, "[Windex] has consistently outperformed other window cleaners. And, once again, it's not about the price, the large refilling container, and that it's being sold at Sam's eliminates any question about my purchase decisions."

Ziploc sandwich bags

One of the easiest tips and tricks to save money on home essentials is to bulk up at places like Sam's Club. Have more than enough plastic bags for the year by buying the 580-count box of Ziploc Easy Open Tab Sandwich Bags. It's $12.48 per box, making each bag approximately $0.02. This box is even cheaper than Amazon, which sells 580 Ziploc sandwich bags for $29.99, or $0.05 per bag (at least, without any lightning deals or discounts applied). Ziplocs are mostly used for packing snack foods, but can also be used to hold other small items around your home, or even as DIY piping bags and icing dispensers.

There are 7,400 reviews and counting for Sam's Club's Ziplocs, and 88% of people gave it five stars. It has a 4.8-star average, again ranking above the aforementioned product by only a few thousand reviews. If you aren't sold on this product, this customer testimonial is persuasive, "Perfect for this time of year. Enough bags for a whole school year. Doesn't matter if you use them for snacks or for crafts. Perfect for all the jobs."

Clorox bulk pack

One of the best all-purpose cleaners worth buying, according to reviews, is Clorox. Sam's Club has a three-pack of Clorox Performance Bleach for $19.48. Considering that each bottle is 121 ounces, that puts the price at only $0.05 per fluid ounce. It's slightly cheaper than buying Clorox at other low-cost places like Walmart, which sells a three-pack of 81-ounce bottles for $18.54, which works out to $0.07 per fluid ounce. The purchase is split into three large bottles, so you don't have to worry about the bleach spoiling before you can finish it (which is usually around six months). The beauty of bleach is that it's usable for various housecleaning tasks, from scrubbing toilets to sanitizing kitchen countertops.

There are more than 10,000 reviews for Sam's Club's triple pack of Clorox bleach. It has a 4.8-star average, though 90% of past customers gave it a perfect five-star rating. With twice as many reviews and a higher five-star percentage, this product ranked above Windex on our list. Customers explain why they prefer Sam's Club when shopping for bleach in testimonials like, "Clorox bleach works better than all other bleaches. I love that I can get three big bottles at a time from Sam's — Being able to buy this from Sam's saves us a lot of time!"

Energizer batteries

Having batteries on hand is always a good idea, especially since Batteries in a Flash reports that two-person households use between 20 to 60 batteries at a time. Large packs of batteries can be found at many retailers, but Sam's Club has the best deal with its 48-pack of Energizer MAX AA Alkaline Batteries. They're $24.98, or $0.47 each. Not only is that a lot of batteries, but it's from a reputable brand that also won the "Best AA Alkaline Battery" title at CNET.

Nearly 11,000 shoppers have rated these Energizer batteries, and 90% of them gave five-stars. It has a 4.8-star average and only ranked above Clorox by a couple hundred reviews. Many of the testimonials are overjoyed with their budget-friendly pack of reliable batteries, with one reviewer saying, "For the amount of batteries, this is the best price of name branded batteries. My kids use them up in their controllers, and these outlast the store brands. In the end, I come out cheaper getting these from Sam's."

Facial tissues

Anyone with chronic allergies or a stuffy nose will tell you that soft facial tissues can't be substituted with paper towels or toilet paper. Always have a box of tissues on hand by stocking up with Sam's Club's generic brand Member's Mark Ultra Soft 3-Ply Facial Tissues. This pack of 12 tissue boxes may identify as a generic brand, but reviews claim it's just as good as any name-brand product. These tissues have been dermatologically tested, and are made to clean up sore noses, clear off makeup, and serve a variety of other household uses.

Over 15,000 customers gave this product a 4.8-star rating, with 85% rating it five full stars. With a few thousand more reviewers than the aforementioned batteries, it ranks slightly higher. One reviewer explains why this generic brand is so superior, "I was skeptical of store brand tissue because they are usually rough on skin and too thin. These tissues are actually just as soft and pliable as name brands, and cheaper too!"

Dawn Platinum dish soap

According to Reviewed, Dawn dish soap is the best dish soap overall for 2025. If you want this soap in your kitchen, a 90-fluid-ounce jug of Dawn Platinum Refreshing Rain Dishwashing Liquid Dish Soap is only $11.88 at Sam's Club. This is an insanely good deal when compared to other retailers. In example, Target's 54.8 fluid-ounce jug is much smaller and costs $9.59. The beauty of Dawn dish soap is that it isn't just useful in the kitchen. This home essential is also useful in bathrooms and other rooms too. It cuts through grime and grease, and according to the manufacturer, the "Platinum" version has four times the cutting power.

If you need more convincing, take a look at the 27,400 ratings from past customers. They rated this product 4.8 overall, with 90% saying it deserves five stars. One customer puts it best, "We use dawn for everything — Buying it in bulk is the best deal!" The copious reviews, bragworthy star rating, and testimonials caused Dawn to be mid-tier in our overall ranking.

Member's Mark toilet paper

Plush toilet paper is a luxury, and Member's Mark Ultra Premium 2-Ply Toilet Paper is as soft as it is affordable. This bulk pack costs $24.58 for 45 rolls, and the manufacturer claims that there are more sheets per roll than leading brands. They also leave minimal lint behind and are tested to be septic-safe.

A crowd of reviewers uphold these claims, as over 179,000 people have rated this generic toilet paper brand. A shocking 90% of them gave it a 5-star rating, resulting in a 4.8-star average, which is why it tops the other similarly rated products on this list. Past customers claim Sam's Club toilet paper is just as good as any name brand, if not better, with one reviewer saying, "We've tried others, and they just don't measure up. This one absorbs, feels comfortable, and the price is right. Once, they were out at Sam's and we had to get the name brand."

Reynolds Wrap aluminum foil

Many homeowners stocked up on household essentials in light of approaching tariffs. Now that tariffs are here, it's important to find the best deal on home necessities like aluminum foil. Sam's Club carries a double pack of Reynolds Wrap Heavy Duty 18" Aluminum Foil for only $22.88. The next best deal is exorbitantly more expensive, as Walmart carries the same product for $34.89. The perk of Sam's Club's heavy duty Reynolds foil is that you aren't sacrificing quality for a better price. It's strong and durable for use around your kitchen and for other home hacks.

This aluminum foil product has more than 8,600 ratings that average around 4.9 stars. Ninety-two percent of the ratings were five stars, landing it in the top five of our ranking. Customers are adamant that it's the best price for the best quality, with one saying, "The quality of Reynolds Wrap far outweighs the quality of other brands sold on shelves of grocery stores. The amount of it you get at Sam's has a great price (THE BEST) than if you were to buy it anywhere else."

Lysol disinfectant spray

With the common flu and coronavirus still at large, it's smart to have disinfectant spray on hand. There's a three-pack of 19-ounce Lysol Crisp Linen Disinfectant Spray at Sam's Club for $15.98. The only place with a competitive price is BJ's, though it costs over a dollar more there. As long as you leave the home disinfectant spray on surfaces for long enough, it'll help prevent the spread of over 100 types of germs, and up to 99.9% of viruses and bacteria. It prevents mold and mildew, sanitizes hard and soft materials, and cleans the air, making it the ultimate must-have for a healthy home.

About 14,000 people left reviews for this Sam's Club package, and the average rating is a 4.9 out of five. Of all the reviews, 92% say it deserves five full stars. The only reason it's higher than the Reynold's foil is by the sheer number of reviews, and one of those reviews sums up why it's such a great investment for their household by saying, "I use Lysol almost daily! And such a good deal when buying from Sam's! Especially when there's an instant savings."

Sam's Club trash bags

It's not fun to splurge on trash bags, but it is necessary. Stay in your budget by purchasing Sam's Club's generic-brand trash bags, which are reportedly just as good as any name brand. The Member's Mark Power Flex 13-Gallon Tall Kitchen Trash Bags comes with 200 trash bags total for $17.98, or only $0.09 a bag. The usual downside to going cheap on trash bags is that they can't support as much garbage. They often need to be double-bagged, so you run out faster and spend more money in the long run. This is not the problem with Member's Mark trash bags, which have an enhanced top that makes them twice as strong as other leading brands.

These trash bags are indisputably well-made despite the cheap price, and over 15,300 people have given them a 4.9-star rating overall. Of all the ratings, 91% gave all five stars. The thousand more reviewers ranked this item above Sam's Club's Lysol product. Reviewers describe these trash bags as being even better than the most reputable brands, such as this comment, "These trash bags are honestly the best we ever got. So much better than glad. These bags actually hold up without ripping and keep a nice smell to the trash until you take it out."

Sam's Club paper plates

Paper plates should be practical, but many low-cost options are thin and flimsy. Sam's Club's 204-count pack of Member's Mark Ultra Dinner Paper Plates defies the stereotype, as this generic brand of paper plates is especially durable. It's only $18.98 for a whole pack, and the plates feature advanced soak protection and are grease- and cut-resistant.

Customers affirm that Sam's Club's paper plates are the best bang for your buck, as there are nearly 40,000 reviews, and 90% gave five stars. It has a 4.9-star average, easily taking the runner-up spot in our ranking. Past testimonials reveal why these paper plates have such high ratings from thousands of people, with one saying, "You know those times when you go to a cookout or family gathering and there's so much food you're worried about the plate holding up? Well, good news — these plates pass the test. Load it up, and these plates stand strong. They don't absorb any liquids and can be reused for seconds."

Sam's Club's premium paper towels

If you're looking for a paper towel brand worth buying, don't pass up on the Member's Mark Select & Tear 2-Ply Paper Towels. These generic paper towels are sold in a pack of 15 for $20.93. That comes out to only $1.40 per thick paper towel roll. Thin and flimsy paper towel rolls may cost less, but they're unlikely to be as absorbent or durable.

Nearly 143,000 Sam's Club members have rated this generic paper towel brand an average of 4.9 stars. Out of all those people, 91% gave it five stars, easily making this the top home essential worth buying from Sam's Club. The testimonials are overwhelmingly positive, stating that the value can't be beat. One reviewer said, "These paper towels have a premium feel and are very absorbent. I think they're as good as any name-brand paper towels I've purchased. I stock them at my office for staff and clients, and they have met our needs well! The overall value is a huge plus."

Methodology

Due to the sheer number of reviews on Sam's Club's website, we set high standards for home essentials to make this list. Every product had to have at least 3,000 ratings and a 4.8-star average. In addition, over 80% of customers had to give each product five out of five stars. We also made sure there was a benefit to buying said products at Sam's Club, whether it's the exclusive packaging or being significantly discounted in comparison to other retailers. We also included Member's Mark items if they had the ratings and reviews to compete with bigger name brands.

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