15 Must-Try Sam's Club Buys That Won't Bust Your December Budget

December can be an expensive month with all the holiday get-togethers and gifts to buy, but Sam's Club comes through with smart buys that won't wreck your budget.

From pantry staples to cozy home decor and delicious treats, these finds help you get the most out of your Sam's membership this month.

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

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Price: $9.98

​Getting a cappuccino doesn't have to be expensive or inconvenient. You can make them right at home with this 48-ounce Member's Mark French Vanilla Cappuccino Beverage Mix. While you'll pay around $5 for a 16-ounce cappuccino at Starbucks, this option only costs about 18 cents per serving.​

Price: $6.98

This resealable bag comes with 15 ounces of delicious Total Cluster Fudge Chick's Mix. It's handmade in small batches and includes glazed cereal, pretzels, peanuts, and chocolate candies with chocolate drizzle.

This product is sold at a limited number of stores in the United States, so be sure to scoop it up if you're lucky enough to spy one.

Price: $29.98

A two-pack of these seasonal throw pillows is the perfect way to update your space. They have a floral design in the same color as the pillow, and you can choose from washed indigo, nomadic desert, quietude, and snowbound, so there's something to match every space.

It gives the same vibes as the Bella Notte Georgia Sham from Feather Your Nest that costs a whopping $189.​

Price: $16.48

Keeping your skin hydrated can start with the body wash you use, and this two-pack of 30.6-ounce pump bottles of Dove Deep Moisture Body Wash will last you a while.

At Target, a single bottle of the same item costs $10.99, so you'll save when stocking up at Sam's Club.

Price: $14.94

Frozen macarons are a fun, delicious treat, and this 36-pack of assorted flavors comes with chocolate fudge, vanilla bean, strawberry, blood orange, salted caramel, and red velvet. Each serving is only 60 calories, so it's a light dessert you won't feel bad about.

You can share or save them all for yourselves, storing them in the freezer and pulling out only as many as you need each time.

Price: $6.98

This crunchy snack comes in an 18-ounce resealable bag to keep it fresh. It's gluten-free, non-GMO, and doesn't contain artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives.

Customers love it, too, with over 530 five-star reviews. "They taste amazing, sublime sweet & salty balance! Perfect munchie snack if you're not trying to drown in sugar, fat, or calories,"​ raves one customer.

Price: $119 (on sale from $149)

The Govee Smart Table Lamp 2 Pro x Sound by JBL adds aesthetic lighting to your room and doubles as a high-quality speaker. You can even control it from an app on your phone.

The exact same item at Target costs $199.99, so you'll save significantly at Sam's Club.

Price: $10.98

A new year is almost here, and this Life Hacks 2026 Day-to-Day Calendar is a fun way to keep track. The life hacks vary between funny and smart, with each one teaching you something new.

It comes with an easel backer for easy display, and when you tear off the day, you'll find puzzles, lists, jokes, quotes, tips, and trivia on the back of the page.

Price: $8.98

Stock up on Quaker Instant Oatmeal, Maple Brown Sugar for those chilly winter mornings, with this 40-count box.

The same product at Walmart costs $19.62, or you can find a 20-count at Kroger for $5.99 (on sale from $7.49), so you'll save quite a bit with your Sam's Club membership.​

Price: $9.98

Nine StarKist Snack-to-Go Tuna Salad Kits at Sam's Club cost only $1.11 each. Each kit comes with a spoon, a can of tuna salad, and six crackers – perfect for a filling snack or quick lunch.

At Walmart, you can get two three-packs for $7.94, or around $1.32 each.​

Price: $9.23

A 60-count box of steep by Bigelow Lemon Ginger Herbal Tea will keep you stocked up on an organic, caffeine-free drink all season long. Each tea bag is individually wrapped, so they won't lose flavor or freshness.

At Walmart, a 20-count pack of the same tea is on sale for $3.52 (from $6.99), so even at the sale price, you'll pay more than at Sam's Club.​

Price: $99.98

This luxurious Member's Mark Everwash Washable Area Rug is similar to an Allen + Roth rug at Lowe's that costs $209, making the Sam's Club version a total steal. The rug features deep blue colors and elegant designs, although there are plenty of other patterns and colors available, too.​

Price: $9.77

This French Onion Soup Kit comes with soup, gruyere cheese, and crostini, all individually wrapped so you can mix them later. You get four servings in each 38-ounce container, bringing the total to only 26 cents per ounce.

At Walmart, a 14-ounce Marketside Ready to Heat French Onion Soup Kit Bowl is $4.87, or around 35 cents per ounce.

Price: $19.98 (on sale from $29.98)

A whimsical-shaped platter can enhance any meal, and this Lark platter is shaped like the United States of America. You can use it for serving cold food, or you can bake casseroles right inside.

A nearly identical platter costs $49.50 at Pottery Barn, so you'll pay less than half that price at Sam's Club.​

Price: $6.86

This 22-ounce tub of Member's Mark Jalapeno And Onion Feta Dip is perfect for dipping with chips, crackers, vegetables, sandwiches, and anything else you want to try. The dip blends jalapenos, onions, garlic, and chunks of feta, creating a flavor-packed, 70-calorie snack you can share with others or save for yourself.

When looking to save more on everyday essentials, these Sam's Club finds can do the trick. You can stretch your budget without sacrificing quality.

These choices aren't the only way to save at Sam's Club, though. You can also buy household essentials like paper and cleaning supplies in bulk to get the most for your money.