If you ask the Drummonds to name a favorite store, Walmart is bound to be at the top of the list. Alex Drummond loves the convenience of Walmart+ grocery pickup (especially while juggling a toddler and a new baby on the way), and Ree's kitchen and home collection has long been available exclusively at Walmart.
Ree has been shopping at Walmart—and its sister store, Sam's Club—for decades. In fact, Sam's Club got its start right in Ree's home state of Oklahoma in the early 1980s. Whether you're stocking up for a busy family, loading the pantry before the holidays, or buying enough ingredients to feed a house full of hungry cowboys, it's hard to beat buying in bulk.
But groceries are only part of the story. A standard Sam's Club membership comes with plenty of lesser-known benefits, from free health screenings and travel savings to discounted event tickets and even pizza delivery. Here are 10 benefits you may not realize are included with your membership.
1. Health Insurance Plans
You probably think of Sam's Club for stocking up on pantry staples—not shopping for health insurance. But that's one of the lesser-known perks of being a member. Through the wholesaler’s partnership with SimplyInsured, you can compare medical, dental, and vision plans from major insurance carriers. The program is geared toward small businesses rather than individual shoppers, with tools to help manage employee benefits, enrollment, and payroll deductions.
2. New and Used Car Shopping
Milk, eggs... and a new car? Believe it or not, that's not as far-fetched as it sounds. Through Sam's Club's Auto Buying Program, members can browse new and used vehicles online via TrueCar and unlock exclusive pricing from participating local dealerships. Not in the market for a new ride? You can also trade in or sell your current vehicle for a cash offer.
3. Pizza Pick-Up and Delivery
Some nights, even Ree would agree that homemade pizza is too much effort. That's where this lesser-known Sam's Club perk comes in. In some areas, members can order a 16-inch Member’s Mark pizza for pickup or delivery, making dinner one less thing to worry about. Choose from cheese, pepperoni, or four-meat, and if you live within 15 miles of a participating club, you can even have it delivered right to your door.
4. Discounted Travel Stays
Before you book your next getaway, there's one more website worth checking. Sam's Club members have access to discounted travel deals through the retailer's travel partners, including savings of up to 40% on hotel stays and 25% on rental cars. You can also browse offers by destination, making it easy to compare options before you book.
5. Pet Prescriptions
Around Drummond Ranch, animals are practically family—and chances are yours are, too. If your dog or cat needs medication, you may be able to fill that prescription at Sam’s Club. Simply have your veterinarian send the prescription to the pharmacy, or ask the pharmacist to contact your vet on your behalf. Even if you don't have pet insurance, prescriptions can still be filled out of pocket or through eligible discount programs.
6. Discounted Event Tickets
Whether you're taking the kids to a theme park, treating the grandparents to a Broadway show, or planning a much-needed date night, don’t forget to check your membership before buying tickets. Sam's Club members can find discounts on everything from concerts and sporting events to movie theaters and water parks, making family fun a little easier on a budget.
7. Complimentary Vehicle Services
One trip to Sam's Club could cross another errand off your list. While you're stocking up on groceries and household essentials, the Tire & Battery Center offers members complimentary battery tests and wiper blade installation, even if those items weren't purchased there. If you bought your tires through Sam's Club, you'll also receive free flat repairs, rotations, and balancing.
8. Free Health Screenings
Between grocery shopping, picking up prescriptions, and checking everything else off your to-do list, you might even be able to squeeze in a quick health screening. Select locations offer services like blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol, vision, and hearing checks. Since services vary, don’t forget to check the Sam’s Club Finder tool before visiting.
9. Personalized Cakes
From birthdays and baby showers to graduation parties and holiday gatherings, there's always a reason to celebrate. If dessert is on the menu, you can order customized cakes from Sam's Club, without settling for the standard sheet cake. Choose from cookie cakes, tres leches cakes, tiered designs, and more, with many available for pickup as soon as the next day.
10. Printing Services
If your camera roll is overflowing with family memories, here's a fun way to put them to good use. Sam’s Club’s online Photo Center can turn your favorite snapshots into everything from photo prints and canvas art to cards, invitations, and photobooks. You can also personalize gifts like mugs, magnets, and puzzles, or even send in old home videos to have them digitized for easier viewing and sharing.
Kate (she/her) is the associate editor of The Pioneer Woman Magazine. She writes features, commerce, and travel content. Kate brings nearly five years of home, food, and lifestyle experience to the role, including time as editorial assistant at Good Housekeeping. Her bylines have appeared in Woman’s Day, Food Network Magazine, Better Homes & Gardens, Modern Farmhouse Style, Dream Kitchens & Baths, and more. When she’s not writing, Kate can be found lazing in the park with a sudoku in hand.
