15 Smart Costco Buys To Start the New Year Off Right

The new year is here — and so is the winter weather. December’s holiday shopping stretched your budget to the max, but that doesn’t mean you have to stop spending.

After all, you’re ready to fill your freezer with healthier menu options, start a new workout plan, and refresh your wardrobe for the new season.

How can you save money at Costco this January? Whether you need help keeping your resolutions or want to clear the snow quickly from your sidewalks, we’ve rounded up the best buys for the new year.

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

Price: $16.99

Ditch the donuts and start the new year with a healthier breakfast option. For less than $17, you can snag a six-pack of 8.5-ounce organic acai bowls.

This antioxidant-rich morning meal deal is a steal compared to what you could pay at other stores. Target sells a single Sambozon 6.1-ounce Superberry Acai Bowl for $3.49 — which is over $20 for six.

Price: $599.99

Take your workout routine to a new level in the new year. It’s too cold for bike rides — unless you invest in this stationary option. Get access to 10,000-plus workouts and smart features, an AI coach, and more. This tech-savvy bike syncs with Apple Health and Google Fit.

Check your local Costco for a better price. We spotted this buy on sale for $349.99 (the regular in-store price was $499.99).

Price: $24.99

Keep your sidewalks, stairs, and driveway clear with this easy-to-use 20-inch snow shovel. At $24.99, this is a can’t-miss wintertime bargain. A similar model from Suncast costs almost $5 more at The Home Depot ($29.97).

Price: $11.99

Save time making healthy smoothies with these ready-to-blend frozen cubes. Keep your New Year’s resolutions and boost immunity during cold and flu season. The vitamin C-rich 100-percent fruit cubes include acerola, mangoes, peaches, and bananas.

Price: $29.97

Stay warm outdoors this winter in these water-resistant snow pants. Four-way stretch, adjustable waist side tabs, and a fleece lining make this pair cozy and comfortable.

Score this deal for under $30 right now. You’ll pay more than $44 for Outdoor Gear’s Crest Pants at Dick’s Sporting Goods.

Price: $14.99

Upgrade your wardrobe for your New Year’s workout routine. Replace old, worn joggers with these cute cargos. Save some serious cash over what you could pay at specialty stores.

This pair was spotted on sale for $11.99. Athleta’s Forever Fleece High Rise Cargo Joggers cost over $79.

Price: $28.99

Organize your kitchen for the new year. Get a fresh start with this expandable cabinet and pantry pack. The 100 bamboo organizer has removable dividers and side handles. Use the under-$30 home buy to hold glass or plastic food storage containers.

Price: $7.99

Eating grapes at midnight is a New Year’s tradition. But that doesn’t mean you have to stop after the holiday. This three-pound pack is a healthy addition to your regular snacking routine. Trade cookies, candy, and other preservative-filled goodies for this naturally sweet treat.

Price: $49.99

Turn a new leaf in the New Year and track your health. Microlife’s Bluetooth monitor makes it easy to check your blood pressure.

Added features include an LCD touchscreen monitor, two-user memory, irregular heartbeat detection, hypertension risk indicator, and Bluetooth connectivity to the Microlife app.

Price: $47.99

Start the year with a bright, white smile. Get 20 Professional Effects and 10 One-Hour Express Treatments for less than $33. Target sells a single 20-count box of Crest’s Professional White strips for over $44.

Price: $9.99

Cut energy costs this year. Switch out old lightbulbs for these 60-watt LEDs. The dimmable bulbs let you choose soft white, bright white, cool white, daylight, or cool daylight. Nab this six-pack for under $10. Lowe’s sells a smaller four-count of GE’s Dimmable LEDs for $12.98.

Price: $69.99

Make safety a priority. If your home’s smoke/CO detectors are older, swap them out in the new year. The combination devices have a 10-year sealed battery, voice alerts, and a slim profile that won’t distract from your home’s decor.

Price: $14.99

Now that the winter weather is here, you need some extra vitamin D. The 600-count of USP-verified softgels are a bargain for $14.99. CVS sells NatureMade’s 50 mcg strength for $10.59. Even though the price is lower than Kirkland’s, you’ll only get 100.

Price: $12.99

You don’t have to sacrifice time or money to stick to your resolutions and eat right. Add these easy-to-make veggies to grilled chicken, steamed seafood, or braised tofu. Fill your freezer with this mega-sized four-pound bag.

Price:$10.99

Protect your car from snow, sleet, and rain. The winter weather-ready blades feature an infused rubber coating, FastLoc Connectors, built-in spoilers, and a frameless curved beam design.

Compare Costco’s low below-$11 price to $20.99 for a Standard Beam All Weather Rain-X Vision blade at Advance Auto Parts.

From workout gear to workout wear, Costco has everything you need to start the new year off on the right foot. At these prices, you can stick to your resolutions, stay healthy, and keep warm without breaking the bank.

If wrangling your shopping budget is at the top of your New Year’s resolution list, the warehouse club has other options to help you spend less. Choose store-brand generics or look for special in-store discounts to save more on everyday essentials, pet products, home goods, and beauty buys.