I took the same grocery list to Trader Joe's and Walmart. My money went way further at the bigger chain, and I found cool stuff.

• I took identical shopping lists to Trader Joe's and Walmart to compare the chains.
• Basic items like avocados, cucumbers, and lunch meat were much cheaper at Walmart.
• I shop at Trader Joe's more often, but seeing how much more expensive it is may change that.

When I go grocery shopping, my go-to chain is Trader Joe's. It's known for offering decently healthy and easy meals for a decent price, and as a busy adult, that's exactly what I need.