What is Costco Mobility?
It is the wireless kiosk in Costco warehouses, branded Costco Mobility and operated by WIRELESS etc., a Glentel company. Staff can set you up on a plan from several carriers at one counter, which is the main advantage over a single-carrier store: you can compare in one place.
Which carriers does Costco Mobility sell?
Costco Mobility lists Rogers, Bell, Fido, Virgin Plus, Chatr Mobile, Lucky Mobile and SaskTel. Availability depends on your province and warehouse.
Are Costco phone deals better than the carrier's own?
Sometimes. The kiosk runs member promotions on top of the carrier's price, so the useful comparison is the total cost over the contract: device price plus 24 months of the plan, minus any credit. Ask for that total in writing and compare it with the carrier's own site before you sign.
Can you return a phone bought at Costco?
Yes, within 90 days: Costco's return policy lists cell phones among the electronics with a 90-day window. Plan cancellations follow the carrier's terms, so check those separately. Costco's Concierge tech support does not list cell phones, though it covers tablets and smart watches. See our return policy guide.
Can you trade in an old phone?
Costco lists a device trade-in program with Phobio for laptops, tablets and smartphones among its member services. Compare its offer with the carrier's trade-in credit.
Frequently asked questions
Who runs Costco Mobility in Canada?
WIRELESS etc., a division of Glentel Inc., operates the kiosks inside Costco warehouses.
What is the Costco return policy on cell phones?
90 days. Costco lists cell phones among the electronics with a 90-day return window.
Which carriers can you get at Costco?
Costco Mobility lists 7: Rogers, Bell, Fido, Virgin Plus, Chatr Mobile, Lucky Mobile and SaskTel.
Does Costco Concierge support cover phones?
No. Concierge tech support lists 10 product types, including tablets and smart watches, but not cell phones.
Sources
- Costco Mobility: about WIRELESS etc.
- Costco.ca: Costco Services (member partners)
- Costco Customer Service: return policy
- Costco.ca: Concierge Services
Services and terms vary by province and warehouse, and change. Confirm with Costco or the partner before you buy.