Target Circle 360 is a paid membership tier within the Target Circle loyalty program that provides subscribers with a selection of monthly freebies and discounts. According to the program details, members can choose from a new list of gifts and exclusive discounts on the first of every month. The availability of specific items can vary, with some offers noted as limited quantity and subject to selling out quickly, while others remain plentiful throughout the month.
Monthly Freebie Selection and Availability
The selection of monthly freebies for Target Circle 360 members changes regularly. Based on the provided information regarding a specific month's offerings, the available choices included:
- Free select Good & Gather trail mix (noted as an item that may go fast)
- $10 off Hyde & Eek Boutique (noted as plenty available)
- Free Byoma mini gel cream moisturizer (noted as an item that may go fast)
- $10 off Good & Gather Groceries (noted as plenty available)
- Free Albanese Gummi Bears (noted as no longer available at the time of the report)
These offers are distinct from the standard rewards available to free Target Circle members. The freebies are specifically designated for the paid 360 tier and are intended as a monthly "thank you" for membership.
Target Circle Membership Tiers
Target Circle operates with three distinct membership levels, offering varying degrees of benefits and savings.
Target Circle (Free)
The base level of membership is free to join and offers several core benefits: * Rewards: Members earn 1% back on all Target purchases to use on future shopping trips. * Personalized Deals: Access to custom deals based on shopping habits. * Automatic Discounts: Deals are automatically applied at checkout, either in-store or online. * Circle Week: Members receive automatically applied discounts during promotional events like Circle Week. * Bonus Offers: Opportunities such as "spend $60 twice and get $10 back." * Category Coupons: Access to coupons like 20% off baby clothes or 10% off beauty products. * Birthday Reward: A 5% off coupon for one purchase on the member's birthday. * Community Giving: Members can direct where Target gives in their community. * Registry Discount: Members with active baby or wedding registries can receive a 15% off storewide offer, redeemable up to two times within 12 months. The baby registry offer is sent eight weeks before the expected due date, while the wedding registry offer is sent during the week of the event date. These offers expire six months after issuance.
Target Circle Card
Formerly known as the RedCard, this tier requires a credit or debit card application. It includes all the benefits of the free Target Circle membership, plus: * 5% Discount: An additional 5% off every purchase. * Free Shipping: Free two-day shipping on most items and free shipping on orders over $35 when shopping online. * Extended Returns: An extra 30 days to return items. * Discounted Access: It offers discounted access to the paid Target Circle 360 membership tier.
Target Circle 360
The premium paid membership costs $99 per year. It includes all benefits of the free Target Circle membership, plus: * Monthly Freebies: The ability to choose a free gift or exclusive discount on the first of every month. * Same-Day Delivery: Unlimited same-day delivery on orders over $35 with no delivery fees or price markups (excludes select alcohol retailers and items). Delivery is available from Target and other stores via the Shipt Marketplace. * Free Shipping: Free, fast shipping with options for standard, 2-day, or next-day shipping depending on item eligibility, location, and order cutoff times. This benefit is also available when using a Target Circle Card. * Extended Returns: An extra 30 days to return items. * Early Access: Early access to major sales, brand collaborations, and members-only items. * Potential Savings: The program estimates potential savings of over $300 per year based on specific usage patterns (e.g., two same-day delivery orders per month plus the annual Shipt membership value), though actual savings vary by shopping behavior.
Eligibility and Redemption
To access the monthly freebies and other benefits of Target Circle 360, consumers must enroll in the paid membership. The offer for monthly freebies is valid for Target Circle 360 members through December 2026.
Redemption of offers, including the monthly freebies and the registry discount, can typically be managed through the Target App via the Wallet feature, by entering a phone number at the checkout keypad or self-checkout screen, or by scanning the offers barcode found at target.com/circle/offers.
Conclusion
Target Circle 360 provides a structured set of benefits for frequent Target shoppers, centered around the convenience of same-day delivery, free shipping, and a monthly selection of free products or discounts. The program is one part of a larger loyalty ecosystem that includes a free tier for basic rewards and a credit card option for enhanced savings. The availability of specific monthly freebies is dynamic, with some items limited in quantity. Consumers considering the membership should weigh the $99 annual fee against their potential use of same-day delivery, shipping benefits, and the value of the monthly freebies.