Get all your news in one place.
100’s of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
GOBankingRates
GOBankingRates
Seychelle Thomas

4 Costco Items Retirees Need To Buy Before Labor Day

Fang Zheng / iStock.com

When your income is fixed, you have to shop smarter. With Labor Day sales rolling in, Costco is offering deals that stretch your dollar on everyday items for retirees. Health supplements, vision essentials and home comfort upgrades aren’t just nice-to-haves; they’re practical investments in your lifestyle.

Check Out: Amazon, Costco and 7 Other Stores With Perks That Retirees Should Cash In

Read Next: 10 Unreliable SUVs To Stay Away From Buying

Costco’s running several pre-Labor Day sales that can help you save big on all items you need most, from the “Buy More Save More” promotion to heavy discounts on home upgrades. Find the items you’ll want to pick up before Labor Day gets here.

Costco

Design Optics by Foster Grant Reading Glasses, 3-pack

  • Price: $9.97

It’s easy to lose glasses, break them or have to update your prescription after you just got new ones. Buying a new pair of glasses can get expensive, but the reading glasses from Costco are fashionable, sturdy and affordable. The 3-pack of reading glasses is perfect to keep one by your bedside, one in the car, and one on you. It’s also eligible for FSA spending.

Consider These: 50 Kirkland Signature Products Costco Shoppers Say Are Worth Every Penny

Costco

A&D Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor

  • Price: $49.99

Managing your blood pressure gets easier when you can readily measure it after meals, events or medication. Stay on top of your health with an upper arm blood pressure monitor you can use from the comfort of your home. It can help you track your blood pressure with a memory of up to 90 readings. This item also qualifies as part of Costco’s “Buy More, Save More” promotion, which offers a $30 discount when you purchase five qualifying items before August 31st.

Michelle Schroeder-Gardner's Secret to Saving Without Sacrifice
Costco

IcyHot Pro No Mess Pain Relief Cream with Applicator

  • Price: $19.99

Another qualifying item in the “Buy More Save More” promotion is IcyHot Pain Relief cream. A pack of two is $19.99, and it’s an FSA-eligible purchase. You never know when aches and pains may strike, so it’s best to be prepared when they do.

Costco

Sleep Science 13″ Bamboo Cool Mattress + Q Plus Adjustable Base

  • Price: $1,359.99

Before Labor Day arrives, you might be considering a new mattress, which is a great quality-of-life improvement if you’ve been dealing with restless sleep. Until August 31st, you can save $340 to $600 on a Sleep Science Mattress with an adjustable base. That’s significant savings on a large purchase you’ll be using for years to come.

Disclaimer: Prices and availability accurate as of August 29, 2025 and subject to change.

Photo disclaimer: All imagery sourced from Costco.com.

More From GOBankingRates

This article originally appeared on GOBankingRates.com: 4 Costco Items Retirees Need To Buy Before Labor Day

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100’s of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.