15 Affordable Costco Items That Make Housework More Bearable (Starting at $8)

Why break the bank on pricey services or expensive equipment when you can make cleaning your home easier and more affordable? Dirt, dust, and grime won't stand a chance.

You can unlock the true value of your Costco membership and snag serious savings on everything you need to clean and organize your space. From discounted storage caddies to bulk buys on fresh scented fabric softener, these deals will make "spring cleaning" a year-round activity that will keep your budget in check.

Editor's note: Prices and availability are subject to change and may vary by location.

Price: $59.99

Organize everything from linens to fabric softener sheets in this four-drawer steel mesh cart. The 22.4x17.7x29.9-inch rolling storage center is perfect for laundry rooms and utility spaces. Check your local Costco club for the best price. We found this item for $54.99 in a neighborhood store.

Price: $12.99

Wrangle all of your cleaning products and keep them in one place. Instead of fumbling with bottles and brushes, put your housekeeping gear into this budget-friendly caddy. This toolbox-style buy features a snap-on bucket, an adjustable divider, and steel wire supports.

The same 16.75x10.5x16.5-inch Polder model costs $29.99 on Amazon.

Price: $24.99

Make cleaning your water bottles and hydro flasks easier with this dishwasher-safe, BPA-free washing/drying set. For less than $25, you'll get a rack, bottle brush, straw brush, and detail cleaner. Costco shopper Michelle gave this affordable cleaning item a five-star review, "This is great and functional. It's well made."

Price: $14.99

Snag this eight-pack of 100% cotton 18x28-inch towels for under $15. Wipe up spills and keep your kitchen clean without wasting money (or paper) on disposables. The stylish set is a steal for Costco's low price. Williams Sonoma sells a four-count of waffle weave towels for $29.95.

Price: $99.99

This isn't your typical trash can. Streamline the cleaning process and keep your home mess-free with the dual-compartment bin. A liner pocket stores and dispenses bags inside the can, making this pick easy to use. 

Don't worry about buying separate recycling and garbage containers. The strong stainless steel selection has one side for each.

Even though $99.99 may seem high, you'll pay $200 for the same 58-liter can on Simplehuman's website.

Price: $49.99

Stop scrubbing and make it easier to clean hard-to-reach spaces. This cordless model has a waterproof body, a USB charging port, and six replaceable brush heads. 

The spin scrubber removes stains from bathroom surfaces and more. Hoto sells the same extendable appliance for over $79 online.

Price: $20.99

Get five 95-piece lint rollers for one low price. And you might score an even better bargain at your nearest Costco club. We spotted the pet hair, dirt, and debris grabbers for $12.99. Compare Costco's price for 475 sheets to $29.99 for 336 sheets from Walmart's website.

Price: $9.99

Reduce static cling, prevent wrinkles, and leave your laundry smelling fresh without breaking the bank. The generic store-brand two-count of 250 sheets each (that's 500 total) costs less than $10. 

Target sells a single 240-piece pack of Bounce Fresh Linen Fabric Softener Dryer Sheets for the same price ($9.99).

Price: $15.49

Dirty dishes don't stand a chance against this genius cleaning product. Nab an eight-pack of these colorful, odor-resistant, scratch-proof scrubber sponges for $15.49 at Costco. 

A single dual-sided scrubber from the same brand costs $3.89 at Target. That equals over $31 for the warehouse club's quantity.

Price: $16.99

Stinky kitchen trash? No problem. These 13-gallon bags are stretchy, strong, and scented. At $16.99 for 200, this Kirkland Signature generic is a better deal than the brand name. 

Target sells a 100-bag box of Glad ForceFlex 13-gallon Febreze Fresh Clean kitchen bags for $21.99.

Price: $14.99 (on sale from $18.99)

There's no need to lug a heavy bucket around. These wet mopping cloths make cleaning your kitchen or bathroom's tile floors easy. 

A 54-count of the lavender scent is a must-have deal for under $15. A box of 38 sells for $14.49 at Target.

Price: $18.19 (on sale from $21.99)

Say goodbye to germy toilet bowl brushes. Save money on the cost of separate scrubbers and cleaning products with this ready-to-use disposable wand set. 

Get 36 Rainforest Rush refills, one long handle, and one bonus handle in each box. The name-brand system kills 99.9 percent of germs on toilet bowl surfaces and removes hard water/lime stains.

Price: $7.99 (on sale from $11.99)

Wipe streaks away and keep your windows crystal clear without overspending on this brand-name spray. 

Costco's deal includes four 36-ounce bottles for $7.99 right now. One 32-ounce Windex Original Pump Spray Glass Cleaner costs $5.98 at Lowe's.

Price: $299.99 (on sale from $379.99)

Pass on pricey pro floor cleaning services. You don't need to hire someone to keep your carpets clean. This cordless stick vacuum has an auto-empty system, deep-cleaning detect technology, a self-cleaning brush roll (with anti-hair wrap), and HEPA filtration.

Price: $13.49

Use this set of four 14.3x11.6x8.6-inch stackable boxes to hold cleaning supplies, towels, books, magazines, or almost anything else. 

Put one of the storage containers in the laundry room, one in the bathroom, and two in your den or other living room space. Three 8.7x13.75x11.6-inch multi-purpose Belle Maison bins cost over $19 at Kohl's.

Stop wasting money on overpriced spring cleaning products. We spotted some of the best brand-name buys at Costco for less. As a bonus, these genius finds make simplifying household cleanup a breeze.

These aren't the only in-store deals that can help you make your home more inviting. Look for everyday bargains on bed linens, bath towels, furniture, and flooring on your next trip to the warehouse club.