Costco warehouses are loved by members for their large selection and low prices on bulk items, but if you're looking for a deal on the company's website, some items may be more expensive than expected.

A new report from Beautiful House found that some products, from furniture to Halloween decorations, are priced higher online than in store, even though Costco advertises that members get Free shipping.

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For example, the outlet notes that a rolling curly meat it was said to be $249 in stores, but was listed at $399.99 online, which means shipping charges must have jumped to $150 for that specific item. A animatronic wolf found to be $249.99 in stock but $339.99 online.

“Each product on Costco.com has its own shipping fee attached (although many items ship at no extra charge). If there is a shipping fee, you will find it on the product details page to the right of the product image.” Costco shipping political states.

The paper also noted Reddit boards (several years old) dedicated to deciphering fees, including one with a table.

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Costco explains that most items are shipped directly from retailers and manufacturers who set their own shipping charges, so the warehouse chain cannot waive the charges.

Earlier this month, Costco revealed it would be increase in annual membership fees for all levels throughout the US and Canada, effective September 1, 2024.

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The news was announced after the company reported Q3 fiscal 2024 earnings in May, including $1.123 million in membership fees, up 7.6% from the same time last year.

Costco it was upstairs up 44% year over year as of Friday afternoon.

entrepreneur contacted Costco for clarification.