1. Costco Cash Card= Free Entry

Here is a big secret Costco probably doesn’t want you to know- you can shop in Costco with a Costco Cash Card, no membership needed. According to Costco's site, "non-members may use the cash cards to shop at any Costco location in the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico and online at Costco.com or on Costco.ca."

You can buy a Costco Gift Card online. You can use the cash card to get into Costco and pay for part of your purchase. You can then pay the remaining balance with cash, debit card, or American Express credit card. Also, cash cards are accepted at Costco gas stations. 

2. Use the Pharmacy Services

You may have heard that you can score cheaper prescriptions at Costco without a membership and it’s true! You can fill new prescriptions, refill existing prescriptions, or transfer prescriptions at the Costco Pharmacy. Even better, you don't even have to leave your home to use Costco Pharmacy services. You can order online and have your meds delivered for free via standard USPS within 6 to 14 days.

3. Hearing and Optical Services

Most Costco Optical locations offer an independent doctor of optometry on site. Call the warehouse in advance to schedule an appointment. Costco often provides special hearing aid events to demonstrate the latest technologies. Check the schedule for upcoming demonstrations at select Costco Hearing Aid Centers around the country. Some of these events offer free samples. Let the Costco employee at the door know that you are planning to attend the event, and they will let you in. Keep in mind that you do need a membership to buy glasses, contact lenses, or hearing aid equipment.

4. Price Comparing at Costco

While Costco doesn't offer one-day passes, you can still check out the store. When meeting the membership card checker at the entrance, tell the rep that you would like to go to membership services and ask more info about membership. Head to the service desk, get the application and tell them that you would like to browse around the store before making up your mind.

5. Food Court Treats

Their pizza is so good!! You will definitely want to try a slice for only $1.99. Plus their $1.50 for hot dog and soda combo are a great, cheap lunch. You can also pick up a large pizza for only $9.99, which is enough to feed an army. We’ve gotten a few of these for birthday parties in the past, they are perfect for feeding a crowd. FYI, food courts only take cash as well. 

6. Shop Online

If you don't know any Costco members, then you still have a chance to access Costco prices. You can look for your item at Costco.com and, if available, buy it. The advantage of buying online is that you can use non-American Express credit cards, which are not accepted at Costco warehouses.