Sam's Club Has Crazy Low Membership Fees

It's no secret why customers worldwide love warehouse clubs. As grocery prices rise and supplies dwindle,

Sam's Club and Costco's low prices and wide selection provide welcome relief.

While both Costco and Sam's Club have great advantages and loyal customers, the latter just given shoppers a compelling reason to join Sam's Club

For its 40th birthday this month, Sam's Club is lowering its basic membership cost from $50 to $10 for first-time members.

The store is also lowering the Plus membership's $110 yearly price to $70.

Since Costco hikes membership dues every few years, Sam's Club's offer may appeal to price-conscious shoppers. CFO Richard Galanti has frequently

Sam's Club's crazy-low membership dues are only available from April 14 to April 19, so interested buyers must act soon. In-store and online promotions are available.

This is one of Sam's Club's birthday benefits. While supplies last, all US and Puerto Rico clubs will give members a complimentary dessert and 

fountain drink on April 15. Sam's Club warehouses will also distribute Member's Mark samples that day.

To celebrate the 40th anniversary, Sam's Club Cafés, Costco's rival food court, are offering a birthday cake sundae. Layers of frozen yogurt and 

birthday cake with icing and sprinkles make up the $1.58 delicacy, available exclusively through April.