I’d love to see a part 2. It’s really interesting to have an unbiased person telling it how it is. You normally only hear people with an interest in one of the companies doing it.
I used to be an employee of top priority sales for Costco , and we would give out samples of things like the diapers & shampoo & conditioner, and those things are just as good if not better than the name brand stuff . Great video ! I love Costco but I end up spending more than my budget allows when I go there 😔
Thank you for the testing and confirmation, I usually would go for the store brand to save money but always in the back of head believing that it’s not as good as name brand! But Costco is a weekly visit for my husband and I, we call it our “adult date” lol but we love getting groceries there even though it’s just the two of us.
Thanks for doing this video! I've been wanting to do my own comparison and just never got around to it. I work for a large food manufacturer and I know we do a few private labels. They cost less than our product and it is identical. I've learned not to become a label snob if I can find a comparable product for much less.
I have been a Costco customer for many years. And your information on the products is very interesting. I enjoyed this video. I enjoy all of your videos, I love your honesty. I have also viewed most of your family photos. Beautiful family. I started viewing your videos before your son was born. He is such a cutie and your daughter is beautiful.
Just to let ya know folks Corporations normally make products for other names but just because it comes from xyz the quality is different so i would bet kirkland battery s are old duracell technology
No conveniently local Costco; however, will travel for Costco with a gift card 🤣 With 5 kids, I better learn to start shopping at these bulk stores to save $$. Diapers especially!! Happy to watch and learn about a store I really knew nothing about!
I was an auditor for many years for the largest grocer in the country. I can say without a doubt, that the many of store brands are in fact produced by the “name brand” companies. Not all of the generic are included, but most are indeed made by the big name manufacturers. I used to tell people this when they’d say they refuse to buy store brands because they’re inferior to name brand items. Many of us could possibly save quite a bit of money with this info. Good research Brittany!😊
@@vasseurbeauty love it love it love it!!! You have been my inspiration since I found you years ago! There are no words to express how much I appreciate you and how you've helped me transform my life!!! Keep the videos coming please!
I've always bought store brands over name brands. There are only a couple things I won't buy off brand. But 99% of my grocery purchases are store brand because they are just as good if not better sometimes!!
I feel like each time I walk into Costco I should immediately toss my wallet like a football and yell "TAKE ALL MY MONEY!". We always leave with so much more than we anticipate! One of my favorite items are their 4-piece pajama sets for kids.
@@ladyhawk9032 I was hesitant about the Great Value brand, but have been surprised that I now buy certain GV products that I prefer over name brands. I like GV over Publix brand products.
I used to work at a food brokerage a thousand years ago and it’s called private labeling…many name brand company’s put a stores private label on their products. It’s been happening for ever😉
I worked for “K……” 30 years ago and in office training we were told that their brand products were made also made by the name brand companies; and, the store brand always served me well. Great information! Thanks! 😀
This is a very important video as we’re dealing with supply issues & inflation. As I continue to stock my pantry, I’ll be using more store brands to save the difference! Thank you 😊
i absolutely love you two! so much fun to watch! i know that i will get a good laugh each time as well as good info in absolutely EVERYTHING! i appreciate every last tip, tricks and advice on everything possible.
I agree with this! Sometimes it's those little tips, that attention to detail that really makes her videos stand out. Not to mention, delivery 🤣 007 & 008 at Costco was superb. I love the taste comparisons too. Only complaint is the videos aren't long enough!! 🖤
I swear you can make any topic extremely entertaining! But one caveat-my vet told me that the worst pet food one could buy is Kirkland. But I’m not trying to negate your video; this was great! Plus, I just finished reading Atomic Habits-one of the books you recommended, and I got my mom to read it as well. It is definitely worth the hype! Aaaand, as a huge fan I can’t help but say that I’ve been watching your channel for years, and today I put your organization videos on repeat when I needed motivation to organize a ton of work files. It was fun to see you grow your empire, LOL. You started out great and just keep getting better. You’re the only UA-camr I know of who does the hard research and comes up with such original content. You inspire me every day! Thank you, Brittany!
Many years ago, when I was a (slightly bratty) tweenager, I remember grocery shopping with my mom and whining, “no, not the store brand!” Mom had about had it with me and my attitude and said, “Do you seriously believe that this grocery chain has its own factories for ketchup and soap and paper towels and soda pop and etc. etc.?!? Someone has to make these things for them!!!” I realized that would be impossible. Good point, mom! My favorite Costco items: I love Kirkland Tortilla Chips with Kirkland Salsa! (Melt some Kirkland Cheddar/Jack in those chips, and it’s even better!) I’ve shopped there for nearly two decades and have liked mostly everything-food, clothes, furniture, electronics, etc. And what I haven’t liked, they’ve let me return, almost no questions asked! (Sometimes they ask if an item is defective. I think they just want to know if they can re-shelve it or not.) Part 2 (or 3!) would be awesome!!!! Thanks for your “spy work”, LOL.
I just heard the one about the batteries and bought some last time I shopped at Costco! Saving money is always excellent because boy do the kids go through batteries in their toys like crazy! Thanks, Brittany! Yes, more like this, I love the investigation work you have done! Thanks!!
I thought everyone was long aware that store brands are often just name brand products minus the marketing costs 🙈 Still a super fun video regardless. Thanks for letting Ryan guest star 😁
I worked and managed stores for years. An alot of times you meet a representative, from a corporation checking on their products and to make sure that they are stocked. As I talked to them I found out alot. As far as diapers my children, grandchildren nieces and nephews could only use Huggies. All the others would blister them very badly with just 1 diaper. I like the Kirkland washing detergent, I never had any problems with it. You did really good om your research. Loved the begging of your video.
Crazy as it sounds, one of my favorite things to buy at Costco is live floral arrangements or live plants. Aside from that, I find the vitamins and pain relievers to be much more affordable. Would love to see a comparison of those!
So much of our perception of products is influenced by knowing one is brand name and one isn't. I wouldn't be surprised if you refilled a grey goose bottle with Kirkland's to serve and none would question it lol! 😂 Thanks for the great video!!💖
My husband was a bartender a sometimes job at Frat parties and other events ....he was a non drinker and learned to mix drinks to formula like chemistry...they ALWAYS did exactly that... filled special brands with cheap brands for vodka etc the only things that were real were the liquers...after dinner drinks...he said after the first couple of sips NO ONE can tell the difference not even so called afficionados. Never been much of a drinker myself.
@@kellycook4347 Yeah I think cheap low quality stuff is obvious but this is comparing name brand alcohol to non-name brand alcohol made in the same place in a similar process. So I think those kinds of swaps are good!
I normally buy the Kirkland brand of laundry detergent so I love how you confirmed that the laundry detergent from the Kirkland brand is just as good as the Persil brand and you get more “bang for your buck” :)
Gosh do I love everything at Costco. Their croissants are such a good deal and so darn buttery!! 🤤 Fingers crossed on that gift card! You always make sure to give back to your followers and it’s amazing.
I love Costco , probably too much 🤣. We always manage to find things we “need” that aren’t on any shopping list we’ve made! Thanks for enabling my Costco shopping addiction!
I actually bought a Kirkland membership just for that shampoo and conditioner. I get my hair bleached every 2 months and it keeps it nice and soft and hydrated. Now I shop their regularly for everything else. LOVE the leggings from Costco.
Costco diapers were the best until recently. They were an exact dupe for huggies and such a great price but about 6 months ago, I noticed a change and returned our box. They got rid of the velcro near the waistband, that you also noticed and they soaked through quickly, I would smell urine in a fairly new diaper. It was such a bummer. I checked the reviews online and everyone else was noticing the changes too.
I feel you just made my job easy! Wasn’t shopping anymore at costco since I felt lost and I was thinking there’s the same value compared to a supermarket...but you changed my mind again 🙂 Great video Britt👌
I love me a good Costco video (Us Asians are notorious bargain shoppers haha)! Thanks for doing all your research, Brittany! I've actually used the exact same Kirkland conditioner, it smells really nice and moisturizing, but I felt like it was making my hair fall out more for some reason, so that sucks :( Food and drinks wise, I swear by their coconut water, tastes the best and always the better deal even when other brands go on sale. Please definitely make a second video, or a series! I'm so curious about how other categories compare, such as vitamins, condiments, etc
I'd love a part 2! I typically shop at Sam's because it's closer and I have an autistic kiddo who is very picky about what he eats so for us, name brand is somewhat important, if not just for the label. But if there were items I could buy bulk and just put INTO the name brand containers, he may never know!
I have both memberships. I like Costco more and one reason is one maybe you, with an autistic son who could be sensitive to noises, could relate to. Sams has those forklifts they seem to use all the time. They beep beep beep and its annoying and Im not even super sensitive to noises. Never happens at Costco. Have you noticed a lot of those beeping noises from the overuse of the forklifts while people are shopping?
@@williamgullett5911 We typically do curbside pick up orders these days since it's no extra cost and prevents me from doing too much overspending! But in the past my kiddo has never seemed bothered by the forklifts, though I personally agree they can be annoying. I can't say that it being at one store and not the other was something I noticed, but that makes sense too.
Do a part 2. We went on a tour of a pretzel company in Pennsylvania, walking from dough making to baking and then packaging. During the packaging all of the freshly baked pretzels went into bags for name brands, store brands, and even specialty shops. That experience definitely changed my mind about everything. Now I buy food that tastes good, or products that work well and last a long time. Thanks for the work you put into all of these videos.
I saw the same packaging etiquette at a paper products manufacturer in Idaho. It was educating and enlightening seeing near identical rolls of paper towels and toilet paper flow out of the major manufacturing areas into its packaging area. Different brands were packaged next to each other. They too were the identical original product, but just packed in a different wrapper. I’ve always found bargains in the second and third name away from the brand name, occasionally not, but I can usually tell the diff. My goal is to NOT PAY AS MUCH. Brandon isn’t helping one little bit either! Let’s Go Brandon!
I already love this series! I too was a Pampers mom with my first born...then I had twin boys 🥴😅 I also learned that the Kirkland brand diapers were just as good at a fraction of the cost 💙
Love this video, Brittany! My husband and I have discussed the vodka rumors for years. He is a Grey Goose guy but finally tried the Kirkland brand recently and it got his approval! He mixes it, which agrees perfectly with your assessment. My favorite Costco product is the Kirkland brand paper towels👍
Whenever we go on a US vacation with my in-laws we always end up at Costco at least twice haha we have them in Canada too but the selection is so different! My daughters pyjama collection is exclusively Costco couture 😆
Thank you for doing the comparisons. With prices rising, it's nice to know that the store brand is just as good or better than the name brand. I would love to see part 2. You and your hubby have such an awesome personalities. Thanks for jump-starting my morning.
Ooooh, I found this verrrrry interesting! I'm such a sucker for brand names, so this is eye-opening for me. Well done on all the research, Brittany!! Would love to see more videos like this! Xx
Wow the batteries secret was shocking !!! Although I must say I did try the Kirkland brand diapers and they were just not the same for me , the Kirkland brand leaked way more than the Huggies one (although my kids used them 4 years ago, so may have been recent) . We have always been using the Kirkland Greek yoghurt and they have always been a winner for us. I agree Kirkland brand is mostly a winner. And yes please more if these kinda videos !
First of all thank you Brittany (and Ryan) for the hard work you put into this video. It's very much appriciated. Secondly I think you look stunning in your darker hair color and new makeup. I enjoy all your videos...keep them coming....and Happy Holidays.
Would I like to see a Part 2? Yes please!!😊 I love how authentic and funny your videos are. I am definitely surprised by the batteries. It appeared as if the Kirkland brand was brighter than the Duracell when you said they were both still going. I am very curious as to which brand lasted the longest though. Thank you for such a fun and informative video!
YES please do a part 2 ! I’m in Canada but I do love Costco ! I would always go to the Costco across the border at Lear once a month that is pre COVID ! Things I love at Costco are the clothes , the croissants, the batteries ! Thanks ❤️
Kirkland products sold in Canadian Costco warehouses are not necessarily made by the same vendors as the same Kirkland product sold in US warehouses. Before retiring, I worked for a Québec company that makes several Kirkland products.
This was a terrific video - as always! Love all the secret spying around Costco at the beginning 😁, and the testing was awesome! I would appreciate more videos like this! Because of you, I am now signed up for Instagram. My fingers and toes are crossed to win the Costco gift card! 🤞 Thank you for all the work that you and Ryan do to entertain, teach, and guide us, and for sharing your beautiful family with us! ❣
Duracell "copper-top" batteries are sheer CRAP! I've had more devices ruined by *LEAKING* Duracell crap-batteries, than all other battery brands COMBINED! Wouldn't use them for 2-cents per battery.
This was such a creative and informative video! I try to buy Kirkland brand for most of my household products. You should do toilet paper next! I would love to hear your opinions on that. Toilet paper is an item I always go with Charmin and never Kirkland!
My family tried the Kirkland toilet paper and as a Charmin buyer, I can tell you it is no where near the same. My family called the Kirkland toilet paper "gas station toilet paper" if that tells you anything. Lol 😊
I love Costco. It's our weekly date 😆 I have way too many favorites to narrow it down to one. I love their organic eggs, their stuffed peppers, cauliflower crust pizza, clothes, etc. I've never tried their detergent, but I love Persil. So I can't wait to try it!!
Love when I get to shop at Costco, I can spend hours and hours wandering through the store just trying to see what’s new since my last visit. I don’t go as often as of like because I live about a half hour away from the closest one. But even with my visits being limited, I find it doesn’t take too long before my savings have exceeded the amount of my membership!
I buy around 80% of all our purchases from Costco! From clothing to food to appliances etc.. The 20% is clothing as they don't really have many stylish/elegant options. Also, the clothing at Costco is a hit or miss in quality
Lol love the "vodka face" testing! 😂 We don't have alcohol at Costco in Canada cause it's regulated by the gvmt. (Which equals free health care for surgeries, etc.!) I'm not on Instagram so guess I can't win the gift card 😉. Thanks for the research, very helpful!
I worked as a temp at an oil company. At midnight, the can gate (Pennszoil) closed, the Sears can gate opened. Same oil, different cans. Nothing new in marketing,
Thank you for looking into these products! I usually buy Kirkland brand, and am satisfied with the quality. However, recently bought Kirkland brand paper towels (which I've bought several times before, and they've been comparable to Bounty) but was very disappointed in the quality. The paper towels are super thin and not nearly as absorbent as they used to be.
I heard the Kirkland conditioner was Pureology too. I used to love it and buy it because it worked so well, but I've noticed it changed recently. It's definitely not the same anymore. Even after giving my hair a break from it. It seems to have some alcohol in it and it dries out my hair. This never happened before. 😕
I was cracking up at you and Ryan going full stealth mode in Costco😂 I’ve actually never shopped in Costco, but I have a membership (gift from mom). Being a single person with one kid I didn’t think it was worth buying in bulk, but your comparisons showed me that I could be saving a lot of money. I’m definitely going to give that membership a whirl. Thanks, Brittany!
As long as you don’t buy more than u need. I remember when I first came to US my BIL made me buy those huge bottles of spaghetti sc. He has a huge family and 5hey ate mostly western food. And I, new to US, rarely ate it. I had to throw away many bottles. Many other similar experiences. Costco gives good cash back on top of the savings if you have executive membership. The executive membership more than pays for itself. I mostly buy toiletries and food, tyres, etc.
@@janneke82 good luck but if you're single I recommend just going to the grocery store and use coupons. Costco isn't really good for a single person, I am taking the impromptu purchases into account as well. This is coming from someone who is obsessed with costco. If you do go, you'll have to learn how to freeze small portions of food.
I wish I saw this video before I went shopping at Costco. I bought AA and AAA batteries.and they were not the Kirkland brand.😡 Brittany, you come up with the very best types of videos! Thank you for always giving back to your subscribers! 💖
This video was AMAZING, please do more! I do 90% of my shopping at Costco for my small family of just two (fiance + myself) bc their prices are so great + the products are top quality. My favorites are their nuts, nut mixes, steak strip jerky + most of their snacks! The rotisserie chickes are a staple too! Fiance gets most of his clothes there too. We LOVE Costco! not to be creepy, but I'm pretty sure this is Costco I also shop at!
You two are just the cutest! I love how supportive Ryan is of your ideas.. I love all of the dif kitchen items.. in particular, their bowls.. I adore ceramic bowls and Costco carries the cutest styles at very affordable prices to allow me to indulge my love of bowls... Would love to see a Pt 2 video of these Kirkland dupes..
This was a very interesting video. Would love to see more of this series. I did not expect the Kirkland diapers to be made by Huggies though my kiddo did better with the Huggies diapers versus the Kirkland ones.
I am so incredibly sorry to hear about your stolen items 30k from your business. I hope you find a way to recover the lost inventory. Hope one of the larger shipping companies steps up.
Brittany, I adore you and your family! You truly brighten my day! I'm constantly telling my husband that lots of store brands are the same as name brands! Thank you for saying what I've been preaching to him for YEARS! Definitely looking forward to part 2!
Love all the research you put into this! My favorite thing to by from Costco pizza and churros! We just got a Costco in our town last year, so I am still finding my go-tos, but I'll always get food from the food court!
My favorite Costco buys ever were knock off Birkenstocks I bought ten years ago that have held up against the test of time. So much cheaper and amazing quality.
Honestly, thank you in particular for the battery comparison. Many times I have stood there, looking at the brand-name next to the Kirkland brand, and was wary of the untested store brand, so still went for the higher-priced one. I think I was remembering that batteries bought at places such as dollar stores are to be avoided, but I understand that this is a different situation. Thanks for conducting an actual test. The next time I buy batteries, I know what I’m going to do now.
Loved the video Brittany ❤️ specially the mysterious vibes in the beginning 😅 We love everything from Costco, the deals they offer, clothing is great quality, furniture, spices and love the return policy and yearly cashback.
I love so many things about Costco. I like the fact that I can get things not available at the regular grocery stores in my smaller city. A second video would be great
Surprised on the shampoo!! I have been using Pureology for years!! I will start buying the Kirkland brand and save a lot! LOVED THIS VIDEO!! Please do another one!!
I LOVE Costco! This video was amazing I didn’t realize so many big brands were behind making their products very interesting! I love getting Tate’s cookies 🍪 in bulk when I go I can’t make a trip without picking up a box! 🤤
Sooo interesting! My favorite thing to buy at Costco is the pre-made margarita. Super cheap for how much you get and very tasty! I also love the heavenly hunks (oatmeal bar snacks) and I loved seeing you and Ryan joking around about the name of them 😂
Love the kirkland brand overall. Batteries are probably my fave and now you've proved what I always hoped! Thanks for testing it all for us, Brittany. Would love to see more videos like this.
I love Kirkland brand. I had no idea that these items would be almost identical to the name brand. That's something new I learned. I look forward to part 2. Thank you for all the hard work you put in your videos. I watch all of them.
Thank you for doing this. I’m a regular Costco shopper so this is supper helpful! Also I LOVE that you include your husband in your videos. It makes it more realistic if that makes any sense, and he’s too funny lol
I’d love to see a part 2. It’s really interesting to have an unbiased person telling it how it is. You normally only hear people with an interest in one of the companies doing it.
I used to be an employee of top priority sales for Costco , and we would give out samples of things like the diapers & shampoo & conditioner, and those things are just as good if not better than the name brand stuff . Great video ! I love Costco but I end up spending more than my budget allows when I go there 😔
Thank you for the testing and confirmation, I usually would go for the store brand to save money but always in the back of head believing that it’s not as good as name brand! But Costco is a weekly visit for my husband and I, we call it our “adult date” lol but we love getting groceries there even though it’s just the two of us.
Thanks for doing this video! I've been wanting to do my own comparison and just never got around to it. I work for a large food manufacturer and I know we do a few private labels. They cost less than our product and it is identical. I've learned not to become a label snob if I can find a comparable product for much less.
I have been a Costco customer for many years. And your information on the products is very interesting. I enjoyed this video. I enjoy all of your videos, I love your honesty. I have also viewed most of your family photos. Beautiful family. I started viewing your videos before your son was born. He is such a cutie and your daughter is beautiful.
Yes please give us a part 2. Video was very informative. Thank you 👍
I love how my thought and research you put into all of your videos. Been a long time viewer!
I love this!!! I buy many Costco products and they definitely compare or are better! Loved this video!!
Thank you for such amazing quality info!! I love COSTCO and this is great to know! ❤️
Just to let ya know folks Corporations normally make products for other names but just because it comes from xyz the quality is different so i would bet kirkland battery s are old duracell technology
Love this video! Please, make another video!
Costco coffee is my favorite item to buy from Costco!!
Thank you for the info. The pronunciation for where the bumble bee tuna is ma ri shus
I have fivs kids the costco dipper is the perfect 🥰
Great video! Keep up the comparisons! We all need to save money! $$$
No conveniently local Costco; however, will travel for Costco with a gift card 🤣 With 5 kids, I better learn to start shopping at these bulk stores to save $$. Diapers especially!! Happy to watch and learn about a store I really knew nothing about!
You guys are hilarious! Love the video !
I was an auditor for many years for the largest grocer in the country. I can say without a doubt, that the many of store brands are in fact produced by the “name brand” companies. Not all of the generic are included, but most are indeed made by the big name manufacturers. I used to tell people this when they’d say they refuse to buy store brands because they’re inferior to name brand items. Many of us could possibly save quite a bit of money with this info. Good research Brittany!😊
tell me more!! lol
@@vasseurbeauty love it love it love it!!! You have been my inspiration since I found you years ago! There are no words to express how much I appreciate you and how you've helped me transform my life!!! Keep the videos coming please!
Yes I want to know more too!
oh my goodness thank you so much!! that makes me so happy to hear you have no idea
I've always bought store brands over name brands. There are only a couple things I won't buy off brand. But 99% of my grocery purchases are store brand because they are just as good if not better sometimes!!
I feel like each time I walk into Costco I should immediately toss my wallet like a football and yell "TAKE ALL MY MONEY!". We always leave with so much more than we anticipate! One of my favorite items are their 4-piece pajama sets for kids.
Well how many pajamas can one feel compelled to buy?
How about a Great Value (Walmart) Brand vs Name Brand?
@@ladyhawk9032 I was hesitant about the Great Value brand, but have been surprised that I now buy certain GV products that I prefer over name brands. I like GV over Publix brand products.
I used to work at a food brokerage a thousand years ago and it’s called private labeling…many name brand company’s put a stores private label on their products. It’s been happening for ever😉
I worked for “K……” 30 years ago and in office training we were told that their brand products were made also made by the name brand companies; and, the store brand always served me well. Great information! Thanks! 😀
This is a very important video as we’re dealing with supply issues & inflation. As I continue to stock my pantry, I’ll be using more store brands to save the difference! Thank you 😊
i absolutely love you two! so much fun to watch! i know that i will get a good laugh each time as well as good info in absolutely EVERYTHING! i appreciate every last tip, tricks and advice on everything possible.
THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!
I agree with this! Sometimes it's those little tips, that attention to detail that really makes her videos stand out. Not to mention, delivery 🤣 007 & 008 at Costco was superb. I love the taste comparisons too. Only complaint is the videos aren't long enough!! 🖤
Love this - we definitely need a part 2! Actually, make it a whole series b/c I love Costco and this video is so good!
I love this series!! My favorite things to buy at Costco are laundry detergent, paper towels, and TP! The best home goods to stockpile!! 😁
@Mandy Wade
Agreed! My favorites too!
I swear you can make any topic extremely entertaining! But one caveat-my vet told me that the worst pet food one could buy is Kirkland. But I’m not trying to negate your video; this was great! Plus, I just finished reading Atomic Habits-one of the books you recommended, and I got my mom to read it as well. It is definitely worth the hype! Aaaand, as a huge fan I can’t help but say that I’ve been watching your channel for years, and today I put your organization videos on repeat when I needed motivation to organize a ton of work files. It was fun to see you grow your empire, LOL. You started out great and just keep getting better. You’re the only UA-camr I know of who does the hard research and comes up with such original content. You inspire me every day! Thank you, Brittany!
About the pet food, also heard that. I'm curious who makes theirs as that brand is probably really poorly rated too.
It used to be one of the best.
Yay!!!
Does your vet still pet food?
Many years ago, when I was a (slightly bratty) tweenager, I remember grocery shopping with my mom and whining, “no, not the store brand!”
Mom had about had it with me and my attitude and said, “Do you seriously believe that this grocery chain has its own factories for ketchup and soap and paper towels and soda pop and etc. etc.?!? Someone has to make these things for them!!!”
I realized that would be impossible. Good point, mom!
My favorite Costco items: I love Kirkland Tortilla Chips with Kirkland Salsa! (Melt some Kirkland Cheddar/Jack in those chips, and it’s even better!)
I’ve shopped there for nearly two decades and have liked mostly everything-food, clothes, furniture, electronics, etc. And what I haven’t liked, they’ve let me return, almost no questions asked! (Sometimes they ask if an item is defective. I think they just want to know if they can re-shelve it or not.)
Part 2 (or 3!) would be awesome!!!! Thanks for your “spy work”, LOL.
came here to say exactly this! lol not sure why ppl think they make everything themselves
I just heard the one about the batteries and bought some last time I shopped at Costco! Saving money is always excellent because boy do the kids go through batteries in their toys like crazy!
Thanks, Brittany! Yes, more like this, I love the investigation work you have done!
Thanks!!
Did she ever show the result of the candles as far as which one lasted longer?
@@ayosgsauce No, they were still going on strong 4 days later and she uploaded the video while they were still going. 😊
both candles STILL going as of 12/10!
@@vasseurbeauty That's super crazy! Thanks for the update!!
Yes...thanks so much...these days we have to watch all our pennies!!
I thought everyone was long aware that store brands are often just name brand products minus the marketing costs 🙈 Still a super fun video regardless. Thanks for letting Ryan guest star 😁
I worked and managed stores for years. An alot of times you meet a representative, from a corporation checking on their products and to make sure that they are stocked. As I talked to them I found out alot.
As far as diapers my children, grandchildren nieces and nephews could only use Huggies. All the others would blister them very badly with just 1 diaper. I like the Kirkland washing detergent, I never had any problems with it. You did really good om your research. Loved the begging of your video.
My kids had same issue. Could only wear Huggies
Crazy as it sounds, one of my favorite things to buy at Costco is live floral arrangements or live plants. Aside from that, I find the vitamins and pain relievers to be much more affordable. Would love to see a comparison of those!
I had them delivered to my mom and they hands down beat Sam's Club and the name brand floral delivery services.
I heard Costco vitamins are not good
I really like the Kirkland shampoo
How would you test vitamins?
So much of our perception of products is influenced by knowing one is brand name and one isn't. I wouldn't be surprised if you refilled a grey goose bottle with Kirkland's to serve and none would question it lol! 😂 Thanks for the great video!!💖
My husband was a bartender a sometimes job at Frat parties and other events ....he was a non drinker and learned to mix drinks to formula like chemistry...they ALWAYS did exactly that... filled special brands with cheap brands for vodka etc the only things that were real were the liquers...after dinner drinks...he said after the first couple of sips NO ONE can tell the difference not even so called afficionados. Never been much of a drinker myself.
Cheap whiskey is very obvious to me. Not sure about vodka. I do know the higher end is easier to drink more of. I'm sure Russians can tell.
@@kellycook4347 Yeah I think cheap low quality stuff is obvious but this is comparing name brand alcohol to non-name brand alcohol made in the same place in a similar process. So I think those kinds of swaps are good!
@@latinaalma1947 That's crazy lol! Just goes to show if the product is made well it doesn't matter what label is on it
Great series. I definitely want part two. I am going to try the Kirkland shampoo and conditioner that's shocking. 92% difference in price wow.
I normally buy the Kirkland brand of laundry detergent so I love how you confirmed that the laundry detergent from the Kirkland brand is just as good as the Persil brand and you get more “bang for your buck” :)
It's crazy how many people didn't know this about Kirkland. They don't advertise it but never have denied it either :)
Exactly 😂
I’ve known for over 2 years now, lol
Favorite Costco item...K cup coffee🎄
Denied what?
@@ladystormhealing that their Kirkland products are actually name brand items
Gosh do I love everything at Costco. Their croissants are such a good deal and so darn buttery!! 🤤 Fingers crossed on that gift card! You always make sure to give back to your followers and it’s amazing.
they freeze well too
I love Costco , probably too much 🤣. We always manage to find things we “need” that aren’t on any shopping list we’ve made! Thanks for enabling my Costco shopping addiction!
I actually bought a Kirkland membership just for that shampoo and conditioner. I get my hair bleached every 2 months and it keeps it nice and soft and hydrated. Now I shop their regularly for everything else. LOVE the leggings from Costco.
Costco diapers were the best until recently. They were an exact dupe for huggies and such a great price but about 6 months ago, I noticed a change and returned our box. They got rid of the velcro near the waistband, that you also noticed and they soaked through quickly, I would smell urine in a fairly new diaper. It was such a bummer. I checked the reviews online and everyone else was noticing the changes too.
Interesting! I have Capri testing both and after she uses them for a bit longer I will give my final thoughts in real world testing
Same! I was really mad because pampers has a smell that kills my head.
I feel you just made my job easy! Wasn’t shopping anymore at costco since I felt lost and I was thinking there’s the same value compared to a supermarket...but you changed my mind again 🙂 Great video Britt👌
I love me a good Costco video (Us Asians are notorious bargain shoppers haha)! Thanks for doing all your research, Brittany! I've actually used the exact same Kirkland conditioner, it smells really nice and moisturizing, but I felt like it was making my hair fall out more for some reason, so that sucks :( Food and drinks wise, I swear by their coconut water, tastes the best and always the better deal even when other brands go on sale. Please definitely make a second video, or a series! I'm so curious about how other categories compare, such as vitamins, condiments, etc
You never really need to put any conditioner on your scalp unless it specifically says Scalp therapy. Most conditioners will plug up your scalp
I'd love a part 2! I typically shop at Sam's because it's closer and I have an autistic kiddo who is very picky about what he eats so for us, name brand is somewhat important, if not just for the label. But if there were items I could buy bulk and just put INTO the name brand containers, he may never know!
I have both memberships. I like Costco more and one reason is one maybe you, with an autistic son who could be sensitive to noises, could relate to. Sams has those forklifts they seem to use all the time. They beep beep beep and its annoying and Im not even super sensitive to noises. Never happens at Costco. Have you noticed a lot of those beeping noises from the overuse of the forklifts while people are shopping?
@@williamgullett5911 We typically do curbside pick up orders these days since it's no extra cost and prevents me from doing too much overspending! But in the past my kiddo has never seemed bothered by the forklifts, though I personally agree they can be annoying. I can't say that it being at one store and not the other was something I noticed, but that makes sense too.
Do a part 2.
We went on a tour of a pretzel company in Pennsylvania, walking from dough making to baking and then packaging. During the packaging all of the freshly baked pretzels went into bags for name brands, store brands, and even specialty shops. That experience definitely changed my mind about everything. Now I buy food that tastes good, or products that work well and last a long time.
Thanks for the work you put into all of these videos.
I saw the same packaging etiquette at a paper products manufacturer in Idaho. It was educating and enlightening seeing near identical rolls of paper towels and toilet paper flow out of the major manufacturing areas into its packaging area. Different brands were packaged next to each other. They too were the identical original product, but just packed in a different wrapper. I’ve always found bargains in the second and third name away from the brand name, occasionally not, but I can usually tell the diff. My goal is to NOT PAY AS MUCH. Brandon isn’t helping one little bit either! Let’s Go Brandon!
I already love this series! I too was a Pampers mom with my first born...then I had twin boys 🥴😅 I also learned that the Kirkland brand diapers were just as good at a fraction of the cost 💙
My husband and I are so busy these days. So going to Costco every Sunday has turned into our little dates. 😂💛
Costco is our favorite date night too!
Love this video, Brittany! My husband and I have discussed the vodka rumors for years. He is a Grey Goose guy but finally tried the Kirkland brand recently and it got his approval! He mixes it, which agrees perfectly with your assessment. My favorite Costco product is the Kirkland brand paper towels👍
Whenever we go on a US vacation with my in-laws we always end up at Costco at least twice haha we have them in Canada too but the selection is so different! My daughters pyjama collection is exclusively Costco couture 😆
Thank you for doing the comparisons. With prices rising, it's nice to know that the store brand is just as good or better than the name brand. I would love to see part 2. You and your hubby have such an awesome personalities. Thanks for jump-starting my morning.
Favorite item at Costco? That’s really tough… do the free samples count? 😅
Also, the sneaking around was HILARIOUS! You guys make me so happy!!
Ooooh, I found this verrrrry interesting! I'm such a sucker for brand names, so this is eye-opening for me. Well done on all the research, Brittany!! Would love to see more videos like this! Xx
We definitely need a part two !!! This is so helpful specially when you’re a family on a tight budget. Got my Kirkland pack of batteries on Friday 😆
Wow the batteries secret was shocking !!! Although I must say I did try the Kirkland brand diapers and they were just not the same for me , the Kirkland brand leaked way more than the Huggies one (although my kids used them 4 years ago, so may have been recent) . We have always been using the Kirkland Greek yoghurt and they have always been a winner for us. I agree Kirkland brand is mostly a winner. And yes please more if these kinda videos !
First of all thank you Brittany (and Ryan) for the hard work you put into this video. It's very much appriciated. Secondly I think you look stunning in your darker hair color and new makeup. I enjoy all your videos...keep them coming....and Happy Holidays.
Would I like to see a Part 2? Yes please!!😊 I love how authentic and funny your videos are. I am definitely surprised by the batteries. It appeared as if the Kirkland brand was brighter than the Duracell when you said they were both still going. I am very curious as to which brand lasted the longest though. Thank you for such a fun and informative video!
YES please do a part 2 ! I’m in Canada but I do love Costco ! I would always go to the Costco across the border at Lear once a month that is pre COVID ! Things I love at Costco are the clothes , the croissants, the batteries ! Thanks ❤️
Kirkland products sold in Canadian Costco warehouses are not necessarily made by the same vendors as the same Kirkland product sold in US warehouses. Before retiring, I worked for a Québec company that makes several Kirkland products.
This was a terrific video - as always! Love all the secret spying around Costco at the beginning 😁, and the testing was awesome! I would appreciate more videos like this! Because of you, I am now signed up for Instagram. My fingers and toes are crossed to win the Costco gift card! 🤞 Thank you for all the work that you and Ryan do to entertain, teach, and guide us, and for sharing your beautiful family with us! ❣
I loved the sneaking at the beginning, especially Ryan jumping into and hugging the wall 😂😂
Kirkland toilet paper is the best!
Duracell "copper-top" batteries are sheer CRAP! I've had more devices ruined by *LEAKING* Duracell crap-batteries, than all other battery brands COMBINED! Wouldn't use them for 2-cents per battery.
This was such a creative and informative video! I try to buy Kirkland brand for most of my household products. You should do toilet paper next! I would love to hear your opinions on that. Toilet paper is an item I always go with Charmin and never Kirkland!
My family tried the Kirkland toilet paper and as a Charmin buyer, I can tell you it is no where near the same. My family called the Kirkland toilet paper "gas station toilet paper" if that tells you anything. Lol 😊
The only brand I've found that doesn't pill up is Charmin Ultra Srtong.
I love Costco. It's our weekly date 😆 I have way too many favorites to narrow it down to one. I love their organic eggs, their stuffed peppers, cauliflower crust pizza, clothes, etc. I've never tried their detergent, but I love Persil. So I can't wait to try it!!
I'm an Independent Latino, Thank you!! 11:49 Wow, you and your hubby are Rojo Caliente.....HOT!!!
Thank you for testing these, Brittany. You made me laugh at your "stealth mode!" We often buy the Kirkland wipes and paper towels .
Love when I get to shop at Costco, I can spend hours and hours wandering through the store just trying to see what’s new since my last visit. I don’t go as often as of like because I live about a half hour away from the closest one. But even with my visits being limited, I find it doesn’t take too long before my savings have exceeded the amount of my membership!
Ive always heard that the big brands manufacture the store brand with little tweaks. Thank you for your comparison of the 2 products.
I buy around 80% of all our purchases from Costco! From clothing to food to appliances etc.. The 20% is clothing as they don't really have many stylish/elegant options. Also, the clothing at Costco is a hit or miss in quality
Lol love the "vodka face" testing! 😂 We don't have alcohol at Costco in Canada cause it's regulated by the gvmt. (Which equals free health care for surgeries, etc.!) I'm not on Instagram so guess I can't win the gift card 😉. Thanks for the research, very helpful!
Vodka is the worst. She obviously isn’t a drinker
Absolutely loved this video! You two are amazing! ❤ And my fav products to buy are definitely nuts, clothes and bedding. Please make a part 2!!😊
I would LOVE to see more dupes for costco stuff! We’re going to have to get a membership with my growing family!
I worked as a temp at an oil company. At midnight, the can gate (Pennszoil) closed, the Sears can gate opened. Same oil, different cans. Nothing new in marketing,
Thank you for looking into these products! I usually buy Kirkland brand, and am satisfied with the quality. However, recently bought Kirkland brand paper towels (which I've bought several times before, and they've been comparable to Bounty) but was very disappointed in the quality. The paper towels are super thin and not nearly as absorbent as they used to be.
I heard the Kirkland conditioner was Pureology too. I used to love it and buy it because it worked so well, but I've noticed it changed recently. It's definitely not the same anymore. Even after giving my hair a break from it. It seems to have some alcohol in it and it dries out my hair. This never happened before. 😕
good to know
I love Kirkland Tissues, Toilet Paper, and so much more ... I definitely have to go in with a plan or else I would be broke every time I visit.
I was cracking up at you and Ryan going full stealth mode in Costco😂 I’ve actually never shopped in Costco, but I have a membership (gift from mom). Being a single person with one kid I didn’t think it was worth buying in bulk, but your comparisons showed me that I could be saving a lot of money. I’m definitely going to give that membership a whirl. Thanks, Brittany!
As long as you don’t buy more than u need. I remember when I first came to US my BIL made me buy those huge bottles of spaghetti sc. He has a huge family and 5hey ate mostly western food. And I, new to US, rarely ate it. I had to throw away many bottles. Many other similar experiences. Costco gives good cash back on top of the savings if you have executive membership. The executive membership more than pays for itself. I mostly buy toiletries and food, tyres, etc.
If you buy a big portion, buy their Kirkland food wrap and freeze the portions.
@@ayosgsauce that’s the plan. I’ve been cleaning out my freezer in preparation for my very first Costco trip.
@@janneke82 good luck but if you're single I recommend just going to the grocery store and use coupons. Costco isn't really good for a single person, I am taking the impromptu purchases into account as well. This is coming from someone who is obsessed with costco. If you do go, you'll have to learn how to freeze small portions of food.
Join some Cosco Facebook groups. I try a lot of new things and avoid some things with the help of people sharing
Loved this!! Would love to see more!! I’m so glad to see that Kirkland products are an overall win! We love Costco and good discounted Kirkland item!!
Thank you Brittany, please do another one! 30-50%. Is very important to me and my family. Thank you, Karen B
I wish I saw this video before I went shopping at Costco. I bought AA and AAA batteries.and they were not the Kirkland brand.😡 Brittany, you come up with the very best types of videos! Thank you for always giving back to your subscribers! 💖
Yes! Definitely want to see more comparison videos. I love Costco’s books selection!
I'd love to see part 2. I always shop at Costco and my favorites include paper towels, laundry detergent and garbage bags!
This video was AMAZING, please do more! I do 90% of my shopping at Costco for my small family of just two (fiance + myself) bc their prices are so great + the products are top quality. My favorites are their nuts, nut mixes, steak strip jerky + most of their snacks! The rotisserie chickes are a staple too! Fiance gets most of his clothes there too. We LOVE Costco!
not to be creepy, but I'm pretty sure this is Costco I also shop at!
You two are just the cutest! I love how supportive Ryan is of your ideas.. I love all of the dif kitchen items.. in particular, their bowls.. I adore ceramic bowls and Costco carries the cutest styles at very affordable prices to allow me to indulge my love of bowls... Would love to see a Pt 2 video of these Kirkland dupes..
Doesn’t he work with her now?
Always coming in with the hacks! Love how far you’ve come, Brittany!
This was a very interesting video. Would love to see more of this series. I did not expect the Kirkland diapers to be made by Huggies though my kiddo did better with the Huggies diapers versus the Kirkland ones.
There’s a difference between the two. Huggies are better.
I am so incredibly sorry to hear about your stolen items 30k from your business. I hope you find a way to recover the lost inventory. Hope one of the larger shipping companies steps up.
🕵️♀️ Detective Brittany… investigating out in the wild was my favorite part of this video 😆
I love Costco, I have been following you for awhile now and winning a Costco gift card would be amazing!!! 🙏🙌
Duracell batteries never leak acid like the Kirkland brand 😒😒😒 anyone who is no a Costco poser knows 😏
Brittany, I adore you and your family! You truly brighten my day! I'm constantly telling my husband that lots of store brands are the same as name brands! Thank you for saying what I've been preaching to him for YEARS! Definitely looking forward to part 2!
Love all the research you put into this! My favorite thing to by from Costco pizza and churros! We just got a Costco in our town last year, so I am still finding my go-tos, but I'll always get food from the food court!
My favorite Costco buys ever were knock off Birkenstocks I bought ten years ago that have held up against the test of time. So much cheaper and amazing quality.
" i hope we dont get caught we have to be very stealth" newsflash!!!!!! A hottie like u is no way not going to be noticed! Great video
Honestly, thank you in particular for the battery comparison. Many times I have stood there, looking at the brand-name next to the Kirkland brand, and was wary of the untested store brand, so still went for the higher-priced one. I think I was remembering that batteries bought at places such as dollar stores are to be avoided, but I understand that this is a different situation. Thanks for conducting an actual test. The next time I buy batteries, I know what I’m going to do now.
I would love to see a part 2! I love buying everything at Costco!!
This was such good information. Costco is like target in some ways. They take all ir money and tell u what u need. 😆
Loved the video Brittany ❤️ specially the mysterious vibes in the beginning 😅 We love everything from Costco, the deals they offer, clothing is great quality, furniture, spices and love the return policy and yearly cashback.
MERRA IYER,can you please explain to me abt a cash back,I'm a member, but I have no idea about yearly cash back
I love so many things about Costco. I like the fact that I can get things not available at the regular grocery stores in my smaller city. A second video would be great
Surprised on the shampoo!! I have been using Pureology for years!! I will start buying the Kirkland brand and save a lot! LOVED THIS VIDEO!! Please do another one!!
I LOVE Costco! This video was amazing I didn’t realize so many big brands were behind making their products very interesting! I love getting Tate’s cookies 🍪 in bulk when I go I can’t make a trip without picking up a box! 🤤
Sooo interesting! My favorite thing to buy at Costco is the pre-made margarita. Super cheap for how much you get and very tasty! I also love the heavenly hunks (oatmeal bar snacks) and I loved seeing you and Ryan joking around about the name of them 😂
I've had Kirkland batteries blow up on me more than Duracell.
Love how you always help us find cheaper alternatives for all kind of products.
Love the kirkland brand overall. Batteries are probably my fave and now you've proved what I always hoped! Thanks for testing it all for us, Brittany. Would love to see more videos like this.
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I love Kirkland brand. I had no idea that these items would be almost identical to the name brand. That's something new I learned. I look forward to part 2.
Thank you for all the hard work you put in your videos. I watch all of them.
Thank you for doing this. I’m a regular Costco shopper so this is supper helpful! Also I LOVE that you include your husband in your videos. It makes it more realistic if that makes any sense, and he’s too funny lol