Costco Starts Selling Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, but Shoppers Dislike the Price.
Costco has recently begun offering Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, sparking excitement among some shoppers. However, many were unhappy about the product’s price tag. A Costco member spotted 15-count assortments of Krispy Kreme Doughnuts on sale at a warehouse and shared the find on Reddit, generating buzz among fans of the popular doughnut chain.
“I’ve never understood buying Krispy Kreme anywhere other than at their store. If they aren’t hot they are pretty average TBH,” commented one Redditor. Many shoppers also expressed concern over the cost. The 15-count boxes were priced at $19.89 at the warehouse where they were spotted this week.
“$20 for 15 donuts is wild. I can get a dozen donuts, three dozen donut holes, and two coffees for $20 locally,” wrote a shopper, while another said, “They can keep them for twenty bucks.”
Some defended the price, noting that Costco’s offer was competitive compared to Krispy Kreme’s prices at other retailers. “Not sure about everywhere, but here in CA a dozen assorted is $22.49. This price at Costco is $19.89 for 15 assorted. That’s a helluva deal,” shared another Redditor.
Despite some finding the deal appealing, many Costco shoppers were not willing to pay nearly $20 for a box of doughnuts. If you’re considering purchasing Krispy Kreme doughnuts at Costco, availability may vary by location. One shopper reported seeing them at Costco’s Irvine, Calif., location, though additional warehouse launches were not confirmed by the retailer in response to queries.