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New U-turn at Sam's Club: They Make a Decision That Affects All Its Members

Sam's Club modifies its rewards program and access to exclusive products, generating divided opinions among its members

Sam's Club, one of the main players in the membership market in the United States, has been known for years for offering a unique shopping experience to its members. Over time, the chain has adapted to market demands, implementing changes aimed at improving convenience and customer satisfaction.

However, in this 2025, the company has decided to make decisions that are marking a turning point. From Sam's Club, they are adjusting their policies and benefits in a way that is generating a wide debate among their users.

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Sam's Club is adjusting its policies | Sam's Club

Sam's Club Modifies Its Rewards Program

Sam's Club has made a significant shift in its member benefits strategy in this 2025. With several changes affecting both offers and the shopping experience, the warehouse chain seeks to remain competitive against other industry giants, like Costco. However, these adjustments have been met with mixed opinions among their users.

The most notable improvement of this change is the rewards program. Now, members have the opportunity to earn more money on purchases of selected products, such as fresh food and technology. This new option has been well received by those who were already frequent customers, who see the change as an opportunity to gain greater benefits for their loyalty.

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Additionally, the online shopping service has been significantly improved. Members can now make their purchases from home and choose to pick up the products in-store or have them delivered to their home. The flexibility offered by these services is another positive point that many highlight.

However, these changes are not without controversy, as one of the main negative points has been the elimination of exclusive discounts. Previously, members could enjoy lower prices on products such as electronics or seasonal items. Now, these discounts have disappeared or have been significantly reduced, which has caused frustration among many users.

Another aspect that has caused discontent is the new policy of restricted access to certain products. Before, Sam's Club members could access exclusive promotions in advance. Now, popular products have specific dates and times for purchase, which limits the flexibility that some customers appreciated in the past.

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Changes That Have caused Controversy Among Sam's Club Members

Reactions among Sam's Club members have been diverse. For some, the improvements in the rewards program and online services justify the elimination of exclusive discounts. These members believe that the additional benefits and the convenience of online shopping make the membership still valuable.

On the other hand, there are those who feel that the changes do not meet their expectations. Those who particularly valued discounts on products like electronics and food feel that they now get less in return for their money. "The discounts were what attracted me the most to being a member, now, I feel like I'm not getting the same value," commented one of the members on social media.

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Despite the criticisms, Sam's Club continues to seek a balance between modernization and customer satisfaction. The chain will likely continue to adjust its offerings to remain competitive while listening to the needs of its members. Some users have already reconsidered their membership, while others continue to enjoy the new advantages and the convenience of improved shopping.

This change marks a new direction for Sam's Club, which will continue to be a benchmark in the membership market. The coming months will be key to knowing if the company will further adjust its policies or if it will remain firm in its decisions.

➡️ Consumer Affairs

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