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12 Overpriced Sam's Club Snacks You Should Totally Skip

You can find great bargains on treats and goodies at Sam's, but they're not all worth the money.

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Updated July 2, 2025
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Everybody loves tasty snacks, but stocking your pantry can get expensive. Buying snacks in bulk can help you get the most out of your Sam's Club membership

Sam's Club offers some of the best values on snacks, but this isn't universally true. There are a few offerings at this warehouse giant worth passing on. Here are the ones you should skip.

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

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Pringles snack packs

Courtesy of Sam's Club pringles snack packs

Price: $20.88

In these Pringles snack packs with 48 cups, you're paying for a lot of air, as the portion size of the potato chips is small, and it's not a smart way to save money.

You are better off buying Great Value chips from Walmart for much cheaper. 

Utz Mini Twist Pretzels

Courtesy of Sam's Club mini twist pretzels

Price: $7.84

What are the odds you'll eat 3 pounds of pretzels before they go stale? Sam's Club is a good choice for a lot of bulk buys, but unless you're buying enough pretzels to feed a small army, give this giant jug a pass.

SkinnyPop popcorn

Courtesy of Sam's Club skinnypop popcorn

Price: $6.58

We love healthy, tasty snacks, but this one is beyond overpriced. You are better off buying microwaveable popcorn that will last you a few movie nights instead of this heavily priced popcorn.

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Hello I'm Ugly sliced peaches and necatrines

Courtesy of Sam's Club sliced peaches and nectarines

Price: $9.98

These dried fruits don't come with extra sugar, but they do come with a hefty price tag and poor reviews. Buyers note that they live up to the "ugly" moniker; both the appearance and taste are unappealing. At least there's truth in advertising.

SimplyFuel chocolate chip cookie dough protein balls

Courtesy of Sam's Club chocolate chip cookies dough protein balls

Price: $9.98

If you look at the ingredients on these, they're literally cookie dough with some protein powder mixed in. And at about $10 for 14 cookie dough balls, it's a whole lot cheaper to make your own.

DJ&A Veggie Crisps Original

Courtesy of Sam's Club veggie crisps original

Price: $6.98

This $7 bag of snacks contains only half a pound of veggies. They contain 40% less fat than potato chips, but if you're truly interested in a healthy, cost-effective snack, just buy some fresh veggies instead.

Terra Original chips

Courtesy of Sam's Club terra original chips

Price: $5.98

These crisps might make you feel good because they are made from more exotic ingredients, but these are potato chips, and expensive ones at that.

A similarly priced bag of chips from Member's Mark Wavy Potatoes is about half the price, and surprisingly has a strikingly similar nutritional label.

Kodiak Chewy Granola Bars

Courtesy of Sam's Club kodiak chewy granola bars

Price: $12.98

Yes, they have a few more grams of protein than the average granola bar, but these bars are $0.65 each. Even high-end brands like KIND only run $0.40 per bar.

Member's Mark Organic Fruit Twist

Courtesy of Sam's Club organic fruit twist

Price: $9.34

These fruit twists are extremely similar to fruit leather, just at a higher price. Skip the fruit twists and pick up Member's Mark Fruit Strips instead; the package has twice as many snacks for the same price.

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Wildroot Omega Powerhouse Trail Mix

Courtesy of Sam's Club wildroot omega powerhouse trail mix

Price: $9.98

This trail mix looks delicious, but it is overpriced compared to other brands. For instance,

Kroger and Walmart have several tasty trail mix flavors, all at a lower price per ounce than this Sam's Club version.

Shopping pro tip: This month's best deals

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July is here, and with Independence Day on the horizon, it’s the peak of summer. That also means peak season for red-hot deals and unbeatable savings. Now’s the time to save big on:

  • Grills, coolers, and outdoor living upgrades
  • Travel must-haves for road trips and beach days
  • Swimwear and summer fashion
  • For grocery savings, grab seasonal produce like watermelon, peaches, and tomatoes

As fireworks fill the skies, retailers are quietly making room for back-to-school inventory. That means July is your chance to scoop up summer favorites while the deals are still blazing.

Member's Mark Cheese and Cracker Snacks

Courtesy of Sam's Club cheese and cracker snacks

Price: $9.24

There's an element of convenience at play with these snack packs, but it's a tiny portion of cheese and crackers. Most of what you're paying for is the plastic container.

Getting a block of cheese, a box of crackers, and a few reusable snack containers would be much more economical, not to mention environmentally friendly.

Bear Naked Cereal Granola, Variety Pack

Courtesy of Sam's Club cereal granola variety pack

Price: $10.98

Yes, granola tends to be expensive. But at $0.83 an ounce, these snack packs are more than double what you'd pay for every other offering of granola that Sam's Club has, like Honey Almond Granola, 32 ounces for $6.48.

Rather than getting these snack packs, just grab a handful from your favorite bag of granola instead.

Quick tips: How to save on your grocery bill

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Grocery shopping doesn't have to break the bank when you use the right strategies. Here are three quick tips for reducing food expenses:

  • Buy store brands instead of name brands whenever possible.
  • Always make sure to compare unit prices, not just sticker prices.
  • Join your store's loyalty program so you don’t miss out on member discounts.

Even though something like choosing coupons in your grocery store app can feel like an annoying task, the savings can really add up.

Bottom line

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Shopping at Sam's Club is a great way to save money on groceries, which includes buying snacks. However, it's still important to compare prices and understand what you're paying for. Some "healthy" brands aren't all they appear to be. 

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