Getting delivery for your Costco order? Here's which app is cheapest
A price comparison analysis reveals that using third-party delivery apps like DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Instacart to order from Costco results in a consistent markup compared to in-store prices. While convenient, these services add a significant premium to the cost of groceries.
Why it matters
Consumers are increasingly relying on delivery apps, but this highlights the hidden costs of convenience in the modern retail landscape.
Costco now widely offers delivery on three different apps. Lori Van Buren/Albany Times Union via Getty Images You can get Costco groceries delivered from three delivery apps now. We compared the price of ordering on each using a basket of 15 Costco products. One delivery option was the most expensive, and all cost more than shopping in-store. There are now three apps that will deliver from Costco to your door. When it comes to price, though, there's a difference. DoorDash and Uber Eats expanded their partnerships with Costco last week. DoorDash said it now delivers from Costco stores around the US, while Uber Eats now offers delivery from the chain in 47 states, up from its previous 17. These complement Costco's existing partnership with Instacart, CEO Ron Vachris said on the company's latest earnings call on Thursday. Instacart has delivered from Costco stores since 2017.
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