To get the best deals and avoid the busyness, heres how to time your visit to the Club.

First things first: theres nobadtime to shop at Sams Club.

But the best time to be at Sams Club depends on the kind of shopping experience youre looking for.

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Do you want the place all to yourself?

Are you in a hurry, or do you prefer to take your time browsing?

And, importantly: how do you feel about free samples?

Though a lot of products are available year-round, some inventory is more seasonal.

Kids are back in school, which means the snack selection is especially good.

And yes, there might actuallybea line.

Sams Clubs top-tier Plus membership might come in handy here.

Shopping early might also get you there just in time to shop newly delivered food.

Meat and produce comes in the A.M., as do local vendors like bread, said one employee.

Sample carts are most likely to be open on weekends from late morning to early afternoon.

The Scan & Go feature lets you scan products as you shop, then pay right from your phone.