Collapsable Bowls at Costco: A Game-Changer for Storage?

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Discussion Overview

The thread discusses the availability and pricing of collapsible bowls at Costco, comparing them to similar products offered by Pampered Chef. Participants share their personal experiences and opinions regarding the impact of Costco's pricing on their sales and the quality of the products.

Discussion Character

  • Opinion-based
  • Anecdotal
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant mentions seeing collapsible bowls at Costco for $19.99, noting they come in three sizes.
  • Another participant expresses concern that the lower price at Costco could negatively affect their sales.
  • Several users share their love for Pampered Chef products, asserting that their quality is superior to the Costco offerings.
  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, states that not everyone has a Costco membership, which may limit its impact on sales.
  • Another participant shares their experience of customers returning to Pampered Chef after trying cheaper alternatives.
  • Some participants discuss the variability of merchandise at different Costco locations, with one noting they did not find the bowls at their local store.
  • One participant mentions that Costco's guarantees are lifetime, which could be appealing to customers.
  • Another participant expresses a desire for Pampered Chef to offer smaller sizes of their bowls.
  • Several users reflect on their shopping habits at Costco and BJ's, with some identifying as "Costco addicts."

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the potential impact of Costco's pricing on Pampered Chef sales, with some participants expressing confidence in the quality and reputation of Pampered Chef products, while others are more concerned about competition.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal anecdotes and experiences related to shopping at Costco and the perceived quality of products, emphasizing individual perspectives rather than a collective stance.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants interested in understanding market competition and consumer perceptions regarding collapsible bowls and similar products may find this discussion relevant.

letscook04
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I was just at Costco and they have the Collapsable bowl in 3 different sizes for $19.99!!!!!!:eek:
 
Yikes, that will hurt my sales!
 
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I was just thinking the same thing! :cry:
 
letscook04 said:
I was just at Costco and they have the Collapsable bowl in 3 different sizes for $19.99!!!!!!:eek:
Same quality as ours though?? I love our bowl!:love:
 
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heat123 said:
Same quality as ours though?? I love our bowl!:love:

Yes it is!! It is Red & ours is Green. Comes in a set of three different sizes for $19.99 & ours is only one for $25.00!!
 
Do all Costco's carry the same merchandise? I was just at our Costco and did not see one.
 
Hmm, I wonder if HO got word of this if they will lower the price next season?
 
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cewcooks said:
Do all Costco's carry the same merchandise? I was just at our Costco and did not see one.

I don't think so. I live in New York.
 
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To bad I did not have my camera with me to show you guys:yuck:
 
No all Costco's don't carry the same thing. It varies by region. I used to work there for 8 years....
 
I highly doubt that this bowl at Costco will effect our sales. I'm sure ours is superior quality and of course is backed by our awesome guarantee.I, for one, will not be worrying one bit.
 
Not to mention, not everyone has a Costco membership, or even one in their area.
 
What ever happened to that "As Seen On TV" food chopper that looked just like ours? It was "Only $19.99 + S&H and if you order in the next 10 minutes, we'll send you a second one FREE."I always figured you needed a second one to use when the first one broke after a week. It really did look just like ours.
 
I actually had many people in my area buy that chopper,(2) but eventually come back to PC. It was crap.
 
Thanks - that was exactly my point. ;)
 
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chefann said:
Not to mention, not everyone has a Costco membership, or even one in their area.

That is what I am hoping for! :rolleyes:
I went with my mom since she has a membership. I belong to BJ's.
 
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The_Kitchen_Guy said:
What ever happened to that "As Seen On TV" food chopper that looked just like ours? It was "Only $19.99 + S&H and if you order in the next 10 minutes, we'll send you a second one FREE."

I always figured you needed a second one to use when the first one broke after a week. It really did look just like ours.

What is that saying? "You get what you paid for":D
 
I saw those two a couple weeks ago, they were cool looking. I liked the color better but am hoping PC will come out with smaller sizes.
 
letscook04 said:
What is that saying? "You get what you paid for":D
Not in that case. People paid for choppers. What they got was filler for their recycle container.
 
For years now when new product was going to come out I would check out the Costco to see if they had anything new.... They get on my nerves, they came out with a roasting pan, forged cutlery and a set of Poly cuttingboards. Grrr.
 
Ya but we all still go back there - I do love Costco and BJ's but they are hurting the little markets, delis etc -

Side note - Colleen what were you doing going to Costco today in the first snow storm to hit LI all year?? LOL!!!! Cluster even got cancelled!!
 
I'll confess - I'm a Costco addict & yes they have the collapsible bowl at my store in PA & Costco's guarantees are lifetime!! I think they also have collapsible collanders too. I don't have my PC bowl yet so I can't compare the quality. But not everyone shops there, nor does everyone that does, go up & down every aisle, looking for the merchandise that WE have our eyes on. I've compared their cookware to ours & think ours outranks. Not to worry -- our reputation will have customers buying our bowl because we will sell the benefits!!
 
PartiesbyJamie said:
I'll confess - I'm a Costco addict & yes they have the collapsible bowl at my store in PA & Costco's guarantees are lifetime!! I think they also have collapsible collanders too. I don't have my PC bowl yet so I can't compare the quality. But not everyone shops there, nor does everyone that does, go up & down every aisle, looking for the merchandise that WE have our eyes on. I've compared their cookware to ours & think ours outranks. Not to worry -- our reputation will have customers buying our bowl because we will sell the benefits!!


Costco Addicts Unite!:D :D :D

I :love: love:love: Costco!
 
ChefBeckyD said:
Costco Addicts Unite!:D :D :D

I :love: love:love: Costco!


Hi my name is Doreen and I am a Costco addict..... I shop weekly there!! (well I am a family of 7 !!) :rolleyes:
 
PartiesbyJamie said:
I'll confess - I'm a Costco addict & yes they have the collapsible bowl at my store in PA & Costco's guarantees are lifetime!! I think they also have collapsible collanders too. I don't have my PC bowl yet so I can't compare the quality. But not everyone shops there, nor does everyone that does, go up & down every aisle, looking for the merchandise that WE have our eyes on. I've compared their cookware to ours & think ours outranks. Not to worry -- our reputation will have customers buying our bowl because we will sell the benefits!!
I saw the collanders too. I had bought the larger one from Bed Bath and Beyond at a higher price and no little collander came with it! Bummer.
 
I saw a bowl that looked alot likes ours on solutions.com. It was in red also. But I don't think it comes with the lid, it does not look exactly like ours and the largest is 5 qt. Wonder if this is what was at Costco - the red made me think it might be...

1.5 quart Collapsible Bowl | Solutions
 
I do like the pour spout on that one. Nice.
 
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PamperedDor said:
Ya but we all still go back there - I do love Costco and BJ's but they are hurting the little markets, delis etc -

Side note - Colleen what were you doing going to Costco today in the first snow storm to hit LI all year?? LOL!!!! Cluster even got cancelled!!

Snow, what snow? LOL More like a slippery mess. The idiots are out trying to drive but instead crashing into everything & everyone!!!. Sunrise hwy had a pile up!!!:rolleyes:
 
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kam said:
I saw a bowl that looked alot likes ours on solutions.com. It was in red also. But I don't think it comes with the lid, it does not look exactly like ours and the largest is 5 qt. Wonder if this is what was at Costco - the red made me think it might be...

1.5 quart Collapsible Bowl | Solutions

It kind of looks like the one from costco but all three were for $19.99.

Hey Doreen, can you go tomorrow and take a picture?? LOL
 
letscook04 said:
Snow, what snow? LOL More like a slippery mess. The idiots are out trying to drive but instead crashing into everything & everyone!!!. Sunrise hwy had a pile up!!!:rolleyes:


I know - You would think that we would remember how to drive in the snow /slush - LOL

The roads are slippery though!!! I'm going to Costco tommorrow - Need anything??? LOL!!! Oh to be a Talleen!! LOL
 

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