COSTCO offers one of the most diverse and affordable grocery selections of any major store.
And while Costco has built a strong reputation as a low-cost retailer, some deals in the store offer more bang for your buck than others.
TikToker Daniel Chan, who goes by Millionairesmentalist on the platform, shared a money-saving tip a Costco employee gave him.
While browsing the meat section, Daniel spotted huge price differences between the ribs Costco offered.
The hot, ready-to-serve rib tray sells for $8.49 per pound, while the chilled rib container sells for $4.99 per pound.
Daniel checked with a Costco butcher and confirmed that the ribs in both packages are identical, except one is ready to eat immediately and priced up accordingly.
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Knowing this, you can save money by opting for the chilled ribs and heating them on your own when you're hungry.
In the example Daniel shows, 2.31 pounds of hot ribs sell for $19.61, while the chilled alternative is priced at $14.32 despite containing 2.87 pounds of pork.
Costco's policy for hot food dictates that ready-to-eat items should not be left out for more than two hours.
You can use that timeline to help determine if you want to go with the pre-made option.
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"If you're not planning on eating your ribs immediately, choose the ribs that are discounted," Daniel recommends.
Prices will vary based on the weight of the ribs put into each package, but Costco's containers hold around 2 to 2.5 pounds.
Weights being equal, you can save around $8 on the sale.
Costco did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
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A former Costco employee also shared tips on how to find savings in the store.
And we compiled six more ways that anyone can save money at Costco, even with a membership.
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