10 Costco Summer Finds You Need to Buy ASAP (2024)

Most people associate Costco with massive jars of mayonnaise and jumbo-sized shampoo bottles, but in this corner of the internet? We celebrate the wholesaler as a great place to pick up bizarre-yet-brilliant finds. (Gigantic camper chairs? Oversized dog beds? A fire pit that could star on Yellowstone? Trust us when we say that the retailer has it all.) But with stock limited and the demand sky-high, nabbing one of those viral products can feel like the Costco equivalent to finding the golden ticket. The key, however, is to find those game-changing buys before they become big: Not only does keeping an eye on Costco's latest and greatest offerings make it possible to actually snag them in the first place, but you can also enjoy them for longer.

As spring turns into summer, you better believe that Costco is replenishing its shelves (physical and virtual) to make the new season even sweeter. To get ahead of the viral hype, we're sharing a few genius Costco finds that are poised to make this summer the best one yet. The list below runs the gamut from solar-powered decor to fun beach buys to Meyer lemon trees that are finally back in-stock. No matter which item (or items!) catches your eye, one thing's for sure: You'll want to add these to your cart before they sell out. (Which, if we know anything about Costco's finest finds, they will.)

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If you're looking to bring your happy hours to the great outdoors, this bar set is a must. Not only does this pick comes with four bar stools—so there's enough room for your guests to sit—but the entire set is modular. In other words, you can assemble this bar to fit your space's unique needs and restrictions. An added bonus: It even comes with two fire tower pieces, so you'll have plenty of mood lighting once the sun sets.

Whether you're going camping or bringing some drinks to the beach, Titan's rolling cooler makes schlepping snacks simple. The magic lies in its Big Wheel All Terrain Cart, which can hold (and roll!) 100 pounds. Meanwhile, the soft-shell cooler can hold up to 60 cans and has a deep freeze insulator to keep heat far, far away.

Lounging in a float is all fun and relaxation—until one false move flips you over and lands you straight into the pool. Fortunately, this alternative from Big Joe provides the perfect solution. Equal parts pool float and noodle, this hybrid allows you to splash around all while staying upright. The chair also comes with two front pockets so you have somewhere to put your beverage, sunglasses, or a bottle of SPF.

Those who are working with limited outdoor space might feel compelled to choose between a practical dining set or a fun-filled fire pit. But thanks to this seven-piece dining set—which has a built-in fire pit—you can get the best of both worlds in one smart purchase. It's a chic, comfortable way to give traditional outdoor tiki torches a serious upgrade.

Why lug around a beach chair and bulky umbrella when you can have everything you need in one versatile purchase? Not only does Kelsyus's chair come with an adjustable, built-in canopy—so you can throw some major shade—but it also features two shoulder straps for a simple way to carry your seat from beach to festival.

While it's no secret that Costco offers ready-to-plant citrus trees, they often sell out faster than you can find them. So when you can find them in stores—or, like now, online—it's a good idea to snatch one up. That way, you can have some sweet-tart Meyer lemons on hand at all times.

Bridge the gap between indoors and outdoors with this handy gazebo. Not only does the aluminum structure serve up some much-appreciated shade, it also has screened-in wall so you won't have to invite bothersome bugs to your picnic.

Gardening can be tricky business—especially when you're dealing with fluctuating humidity levels and extreme heat, or you'd rather spend the evening on the beach than watering your lawn. That's where Orbit B-Hyve's watering timers come in. Simply attach this gadget onto your hose and you can control your garden's watering sessions from just about everywhere. Alternatively, you can use its accompanying WeatherSense feature to run the timer for you.

Here comes the sun—even after dark. This contemporary floor lamp from Sunjoy is solar-powered, which means that it'll charge during the day and shine brightly come night.

While Costco is packed with ingenious and unusual finds that make your time at home easier, it also has plenty of items that are just...you know, fun. Case in point: This curvy, stainless steel palm tree from Desert Steel. Just like the real deal, it's built to withstand high winds and corrosion. And, at 10-feet-tall, it's poised to make a major statement.