I compared TJ Maxx locations in the suburbs and the city. The prices were the same, but the shopping experiences couldn't have been more different.

• I visited two TJ Maxx locations in New York: one in the suburbs of Long Island and one in Manhattan.
• I was expecting to prefer the suburban location, but I liked the selection better in Manhattan. 
• However, both required some patience to sift through and find the hidden gems.

TJ Maxx is one of the most popular off-price (or discounted) retail chains in the US, with over 1,000 stores across the US and Canada.