- These are the top 10 things
you should be buying at Costco this August, 2022,
and there is a huge selection of amazing new deals
for every corner of your home.
In the first spot, based on the sheer number
of shoppers I saw with this Tommy Bahama solar spotlight
in their shopping cart,
and as a result of the countless landscaping projects
that seem to be going on in our neighborhood,
I wanna begin with this $35 solar stunner.
I've had good success with this brand,
and since it's not your traditional pathway light
or a solar light,
I was able to skirt around my wife's ban
on buying any more solar lights for our home
and I brought this bad boy home for a try.
You can see just how bright this is
when we put it into use at our house at night,
and it's high quality, made of a nice aluminum.
The next product is an organizational tool.
I don't understand why it's so popular
but I could barely capture video
of this $15 packet organizer
since Costco shoppers were also swarming this product.
It's apparently very trendy from Instagram
and a favorite way for people to organize
and store their favorite foods,
also allowing you to eliminate boxes in your pantry,
so I wanted to buy and try this made-in-the-USA product
so I can at least keep my Kirkland Trail Mix
better organized.
If you want a grill
but you can't accommodate a full barbecue
or you live in an apartment complex
where that's not possible,
this Nexgrill table-top cast aluminum grill is $150
with a heavy-duty lid.
It has a built-in thermometer, which is nice
and not always so common at this price,
and a large cooking surface.
In the number two spot, I wanted to begin with a TV deal.
I do realize that with the state of the economy,
we're not all flocking to buy TVs,
but the price on this 55-inch 4K Hisense TV
is practically at a Black Friday price drop
three months in advance,
so that is the only reason I'm including it for $270.
This entry-level smart TV with Google Chromecast
has a three-year warranty paired with the product.
Again, 55 inches for $270.
And for those of you who've been asking
and patiently awaiting the soundbar purchases
I told you to avoid in June,
your patience will pay off in a big way.
This Samsung Soundbar that you see right here is now at 320,
which reflects a $160 price drop, that's awesome.
If you want a more entry-level soundbar from Sony,
which includes a wireless subwoofer,
you're looking at this system right here for 180.
And my dad's all-time favorite audio brand,
in addition to Sennheiser, is Klipsch,
and this cinema soundbar system for $400
reflects a $100 price drop.
Before I tackle a couple of cost-effective
home security solutions,
if you enjoy a good gingerbread house at Christmas, behold!
It's a haunted Halloween house with a similar concept.
It's pre-built in this kit,
which you can now decorate for $13.49
before the midpoint of August, because why not?
It includes a pound of candy and icing,
plus some add-on cookies.
The fall wreaths,
which have just descended into my local warehouse,
are available in the form of a 30-inch harvest wreath
that looked very rich, very full,
but it is a bit pricey for me.
I am flagging this at $55 because it's large in size
and it's full of foliage and some higher-end design accents.
And this 28-inch more traditional berry wreath for $60
is also beautiful
if either of these wreaths are in budget for your family.
The fall accent rugs you see right here
are very nicely sized at 28-by-38 inches
with a slip-resistant bottom,
and it's also made of comfort foam.
Look at this set
of three resin hand-painted harvest pumpkins.
I have not been this excited about pumpkins
since I was trick-or-treating as a teenager,
or possibly when I was 24.
But anyhow, this is one of the nicest trio
of decorative pumpkins I have seen, despite the $75 price.
A two-pack of 39-inch LED birch branches,
beautifully illuminated and very tall for $17.
That's a more palatable price
for those of us decorating on a dime.
Also of note, this two-pack flocked birch tree
attracted many admiring eyes in the store.
It's $130 for two,
so if you take into account it's $65 per flock tree,
maybe you could share the cost with a family member.
They take one, you take one.
Very premium, great for an entryway or even a patio.
Really good quality on these
compared to what I've seen from other retailers.
In the number four spot,
let's go big with a so-called mini dessert.
That's right, these are called Mini Lemon Cakes
with Buttermilk Icing.
You get six for $10 and there is nothing mini about these
in either size or flavor.
I immensely enjoyed this from the back of my car.
And at first, I actually took such a big bite
of this heavenly concoction,
I ended up with more icing on my face
than my four-year-old daughter has ever achieved
in her lifetime of eating cupcakes.
If you frequently shop at Costco,
you're likely familiar with Junior's.
They make some great cakes
and this Gooey Butter Cake for 14.79
is comprised of gooey cream cheese and powdered sugar.
The crust is thicker than I was anticipating,
and this cake would pair brilliantly
with some ice cream or fruit.
And finally, not to make this an overly self-serving video,
some of you may know I love bubble tea,
so this 10-pack boba tea set for 14.49
is for all those of you who have never heard of bubble tea
and you're confused every time I bring it up.
Get ready for your life to change.
In the number five spot,
before I attempt to make my uncle proud,
it sounds weird but you'll know when I get there,
this is a three-piece Kirkland Signature
saute pan set at $35.
And to my knowledge,
this is a set I have never seen at my local Costco.
If this existed prior to me
descending upon my local warehouse to seek out the footage,
feel free to correct me in the comments section
if this is not new.
But it's very solid pricing on these pans,
which come in three sizes.
This two-pack of Tramontina pre-seasoned cast iron skillets
for $35 includes a 10- and 12-inch skillet
with silicone grips.
The Cuisinart digital toaster oven right here at $160,
don't freak out at the initial price.
It's actually an air fryer and a food dehydrator
as well as functioning as a small toaster oven,
so it's essentially a three-in-one.
This price expires on August 20th.
It has a really nice digital display on the front.
I was pleased to see this KitchenAid Professional Series
highly coveted stand mixer for $320,
which reflects an $80 price drop.
And the one at Costco is even one quart larger
than this Best Buy version,
which is currently on sale for 450.
Again, 450 versus Costco's $320 price.
This eight-piece meal prep container set for $24
needs quite the explanation so bear with me for a moment.
It includes four glass containers and four lids,
despite my disdain for the way that lids are counted
as part of a product description.
The system includes built-in dividers
and a silicone outer casing
to protect it from chips or cracking.
If you do not need these enhancements
or you don't care for the divider,
based on how you store your types of food,
you'll likely find a better price on Amazon.
For extra storage in a kitchen or even a bathroom,
this four-tier basket at $43 could work well for you
and it is on wheels.
But I actually prefer something that's not as tall
and I find the price more appealing
on this three-tier rolling cart for $35.
Either system could work in a kitchen,
a pantry, or a bathroom,
and I do prefer the non-grated shelves
as I find them just a bit more versatile.
I hope you find point six illuminating, #dadpun.
The solar motion security light for 40 bucks
is nice and bright at 2,000 lumens.
It's weather resistant
and it has a more-than-decent 180-degree detection range.
If you do not need a solar system,
with more brightness and not much of a price increase,
this Koda motion-activated security flood light at $45
is 3,000 lumens bright and it is a fantastic,
almost industrial-like looking product.
I saw these Atomi Wi-Fi LED Wall Sconces
a couple of months ago,
but I'm flagging these for you now
because just a penny shy of that $100 mark,
these are now $30 lower in price.
These can be used with a smart app,
in particular, thematically for the many upcoming holidays.
For a balcony, a patio,
or even wrapping around the post of a fence,
I like this LED color-changing rope light.
First of all, it's $20, not 100.
It is competitively priced
and it's a great way to jazz up a backyard.
If you love backyard games,
this Backyard Hero Official Size Bean Bag Toss
sounded like a really steep price
when I laid eyes on that $130 price tag,
but a store associate who likely saw how uncomfortable I was
reminded me that this is an official size game
and it might not be necessary
to have a freak-out in the aisle
with other shoppers around you.
In the number seven spot,
it's time to make Uncle Richard proud
with his first shout-out
in the food section of a Costco video.
He recommends you buy the hickory smokehouse burnt ends
right here at $13 a pound
because he says they've got an unbelievable taste.
Don't be thrown off by the price.
I feel like we're saying, "Don't be thrown off the price,"
so much with how the economy has changed.
But anyhow, he says there is no justification needed
for this price,
which rivals what he would find
at one of his favorite barbecue joints.
This microwavable chicken pad thai for 9.67
can feed at least two people
cheaper and faster than takeout if you need a quick meal.
It works out to just under $5 a head.
And for those of you that enjoy garlic butter shrimp,
this two-pound box of shrimp scampi at $15
is a favorite in our household
for extra special spaghetti nights.
Yep, that's a Granite thing.
We put the spaghetti with the shrimp,
capers, cherry tomatoes,
some type of marinade I usually find on sale,
and the ladies go crazy.
And that's referring to my wife and my daughter.
My infant son Riley does not yet have teeth.
For the next point on my list,
if you are an outdoor person or you have a large property,
this cellular trail camera at 140
would be great for any wildlife watcher.
It's very well rated, comes with batteries, a mount,
and it includes an SD card, which is rare to see these days.
This ultra-light camp table for 30 bucks is new at Costco,
and this fold-out table with two cup holders
could also work well for a picnic
if you don't wanna put your food right on the ground
or even for extra backyard meal space.
After just having wrapped up our first family camping trip
as a family of four,
I've learned my daughter Mara
likes to ride in a kayak like this.
So if you have anyone in your family that does this,
perhaps the Wavebreak Kayak at Costco for 240 bucks
could provide Mara or other family members with more width
so they can lie across a kayak.
For a less expensive price, this Canyon Pro Boat at 150
was also set up at my local Costco.
It fits up to three adults.
Now, sticking with that camping theme for a moment,
this two-pack of ThermoFlask straw-lid water bottles for $14
claims to keep beverages cold for up to 24 hours
and there are some great color options.
For food, I love these High Sierra food jars for 22 bucks.
They're also sold in a two-pack.
They come with a built-in spork, 'cause why not?
And these vacuum-insulated bad boys
can keep food hot for up to 12 hours or cold for up to 24.
In a moment, I'll show you
one of the most aggressively marked-down products
at Costco this August,
but first, this Shark AI ultra robo vac for $400
is one of the least expensive
self-emptying, bagless robotic vacuums you can find.
It does provide a really good deep clean
for floors and carpets.
It has a 30-day dustbin capacity.
And based on my prior tests
and familiarity with this product,
you get more bang for your buck with a Shark over a Roomba.
I don't think the self-emptying feature is essential,
but if you want it, there it is.
From vacuuming to sweeping, look at this markdown.
It's a four-pack of Command Broom Grippers at 10.99.
That's $5 off, which, at this price,
is significant savings on its own.
But to put the Costco price into perspective,
a two-pack of the same thing on Amazon is $14
versus the $11 price for four of them from Costco.
A 29-inch-by-46-inch accent rug for $17
looked very nice as I passed by this section.
Available in a variety of patterns, non-skid bottom,
and an impressive size for the price.
It is apparently stain and fade resistant.
I also love this rather unique LED desk lamp
with wireless charger for 40 bucks.
It's available in white or black.
It has an actual LED on the base as well.
With the built-in wireless phone charger,
this would be great for a home office,
a bedroom, a desk, even a dorm,
or a great gift for a student heading off to college.
Now, for the next point on my list,
we move on to one of the most expensive products
I have ever seen sold at a Costco.
It's this Honeywell Home Standby Generator
for $5,199.99.
I'm not gonna round up for this one.
I already had my sticker shock for today.
But this whole-home solution,
if you live in an area with repeated power outages
or inclement weather or grid problems,
I have been told this price is actually very competitive.
Even on Honeywell's website,
where an almost identical model is also on sale,
it retails for $6,188 at its reduced price.
This begs the question, what is the most expensive product
you've ever seen sold at Costco?
Let me know in the comments section.
I think I might have seen a jewelry piece
on one Black Friday that was almost as bad.
But anyhow, if you are still trying
to survive your summer allergy-wise
or you want an air purifier that has a UVC component,
this Homedics air purifier at 180 is very well-rated
so I wanted to include it in my August Costco shopping haul.
And if you need a garden hose upgrade or replacement,
this made-in-the-USA 50-foot Featherlite hose for $20
really does live up to its name
in terms of just how lightweight this is.
Now for the bonus section
and the lowest price I've ever seen
on this coveted LG 27-inch monitor,
it is now at $140.
I have not seen this model at a lower price
at Costco or anywhere else.
Perfectly timed for back to school,
for a dorm where a desktop
could often double as a television.
It's there if you want it.
If your summer beverage of choice includes an Aperol spritz,
you might want this.
it's right here, it's 21.99.
Another fun summer drink could also come in the form
of this mango Italian moscato for 6.99.
It also has a fun name
because my mama, Rhonda is her name, loves mango moscato.
I feel like I've included every person in my family today.
I hope I didn't babble too much.
Thank you so much for watching.
I love you. Bye-bye.