Justathought Posted December 22, 2017 Report Share Posted December 22, 2017 Which do you prefer ? Walmart or Costco ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xena Posted December 22, 2017 Report Share Posted December 22, 2017 Two different ways of shopping. They are not comparable. Comparing Walmart and Soriana makes more sense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Saltos Posted December 22, 2017 Report Share Posted December 22, 2017 I agree. Walmart and Soriana provide low cost, low quality goods and don't waste money on customer service or treating their employees well. Costco sells high quality goods, has a "no questions aked" return policy and treats their employees well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modeeper Posted December 22, 2017 Report Share Posted December 22, 2017 I prefer the one that doesn't take out life insurance policies on their employees making themselves the beneficiary. That would be Costco. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomgates Posted December 22, 2017 Report Share Posted December 22, 2017 That isn't possible if you know anything about life insurance sales. The insured has to be a signed party to any life insurance policy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johanson Posted December 23, 2017 Report Share Posted December 23, 2017 I greatly prefer Costco. I just don't like the 38 mile drive from Ajijic to the closest Costco When in Seattle, were the downtown Costco is less than 4 miles away, I must at least 3 times per month. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arroyos Posted December 23, 2017 Report Share Posted December 23, 2017 I just wish we had a Mega here in Ajijic. That is my favourite overall. Clean, fully stocked, helpful employees, a little more expensive than Walmart and Soriana, but I believe is a Mexican-owned store. The other nice one in Guad. is Chedraui. It is just getting there that is the problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gogirl Posted December 23, 2017 Report Share Posted December 23, 2017 justathought-to answer your question, it really depends on what you are looking for. We shop at Walmart for some things and Costco for other things. We go to Costco once or twice a month. I bought a really nice pair of slippers at Costco on our last visit. Not too expensive and nice quality. I agree with Xena. -Two different ways of shopping. They are not comparable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bezerk Posted December 23, 2017 Report Share Posted December 23, 2017 Totally agree with Xena and Gogirl, apples and oranges.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmh Posted December 23, 2017 Report Share Posted December 23, 2017 Arroyos, , Walmart de Mexico is a Mexican corporation listed on the Mexican stock market independetly from Walmart US and it is the third largest Mexican coporation. It retails Walmart Brands and well as other brands in Mexico. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WideSky Posted December 23, 2017 Report Share Posted December 23, 2017 1 hour ago, Arroyos said: I just wish we had a Mega here in Ajijic. That is my favourite overall. Clean, fully stocked, helpful employees, a little more expensive than Walmart and Soriana, but I believe is a Mexican-owned store. The other nice one in Guad. is Chedraui. It is just getting there that is the problem. Mega is owned by Soriana - https://mexiconewsdaily.com/news/comercial-mexicana-sells-soriana/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferret Posted December 23, 2017 Report Share Posted December 23, 2017 16 minutes ago, WideSky said: Mega is owned by Soriana - https://mexiconewsdaily.com/news/comercial-mexicana-sells-soriana/ True but the Soriana in Chapala compared to the Mega at the Gallerias is like comparing chalk to cheese. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlanMexicali Posted December 23, 2017 Report Share Posted December 23, 2017 21 minutes ago, WideSky said: Mega is owned by Soriana - https://mexiconewsdaily.com/news/comercial-mexicana-sells-soriana/ Comercial Mexican [Mega] who once owned 50% of Costco Mexico sold 143 stores to Soriana and Soriana sold 12 of those stores to Chedraui. They still own Comercial Mexicanas, Bodega Comercial Mexicana, La Comer and Megas but not as many as before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justathought Posted December 23, 2017 Author Report Share Posted December 23, 2017 Is there a membership fee for Costco like NOB ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daisy2013 Posted December 23, 2017 Report Share Posted December 23, 2017 Yes just like up north but you can use your NOB card here also Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bdlngton Posted December 23, 2017 Report Share Posted December 23, 2017 52 minutes ago, Justathought said: Is there a membership fee for Costco like NOB ? I'm pretty sure Mexican Costco membership is less expensive than US Costco membership. Not sure about US membership but you can have two unrelated people on one account in Mexico, and add a third person for about 200 pesos more. I use my Mexico Costco card at US Costco all the time. One time it turned out my Mexican Costco membership when I tried to use it in the US. Because I shared the account with someone in Mexico and the US membership cost more, the US Costco gave me a guest pass for the entire length of my stay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gogirl Posted December 23, 2017 Report Share Posted December 23, 2017 3 hours ago, Ferret said: True but the Soriana in Chapala compared to the Mega at the Gallerias is like comparing chalk to cheese. HaHaHa Totally agree! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MtnMama Posted December 23, 2017 Report Share Posted December 23, 2017 I don't know about the Mexican Walmart, but in the US, Walmart is known for make it cheaper, cut out quality control but make it look the same. I learned about their policies at Small Business Chamber of Commerce meetings back in the 90s. People were telling horror stories about selling their products to Walmart who "recommended" their own overseas manufacturers and having the quality go out the window. I would have no reason to think Walmart Mexico buys better quality products. Which is why I don't shop at Walmart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gringal Posted December 23, 2017 Report Share Posted December 23, 2017 13 hours ago, johanson said: I greatly prefer Costco. I just don't like the 38 mile drive from Ajijic to the closest Costco When in Seattle, were the downtown Costco is less than 4 miles away, I must at least 3 times per month. Do you know about the local shopping service run by a couple who has a website where you can order on Monday and have the goods delivered to your door on Wednesday? No need to even buy a Costco card or drive 38 miles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
utilitus Posted December 23, 2017 Report Share Posted December 23, 2017 May I ask, how does one join Costco in Mexico? They provide an online information entry and subscription form, but how is the Cosco ID Card produced, presented to the new member and activated, given the situation with the Mexican mail system? (My scheme is to sign up and be 'carded' during a single visit to the store...) BIG THANKS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sugarplumfaerie Posted December 23, 2017 Report Share Posted December 23, 2017 Go to the customer service desk before you shop. They will do it all in the computer, take your photo and print your card right there. Just takes a few minutes. You need ID - a Passport or .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johanson Posted December 23, 2017 Report Share Posted December 23, 2017 right, it is just like up North. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mainecoons Posted December 24, 2017 Report Share Posted December 24, 2017 Costco, hands down. Better quality, better service, better stores, better employees. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Travis Posted December 24, 2017 Report Share Posted December 24, 2017 15 hours ago, gringal said: Do you know about the local shopping service run by a couple who has a website where you can order on Monday and have the goods delivered to your door on Wednesday? No need to even buy a Costco card or drive 38 miles. Could you please post (or send by pm if posting it is forbidden) the info on who's providing this service currently? I used to do my own Costco runs, but don't have a lot of need any more. Just occasional random stuff. And the "Costco Shopper" service provider has changed hands a few times since I've been here. Can't remember who's doing it these days. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael2595 Posted December 24, 2017 Report Share Posted December 24, 2017 On 12/22/2017 at 6:29 PM, tomgates said: That isn't possible if you know anything about life insurance sales. The insured has to be a signed party to any life insurance policy. What about dead peasant policies? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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