I compared the same 4 sandwiches at Subway and Wawa. As an East Coaster, I'm shocked my go-to chain let me down in every category.

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Subway and Wawa are both known for their sandwiches.

Amena Ahmed

I compared 3-course meals at Chili's and TGI Fridays. The prices were nearly identical, but the differences in the food were stark.

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I had three-course meals at Chili's and TGI Fridays.

Steven John

I ordered the same meal at McDonald's and Red Robin. The winning burger was only $4 more and far superior.

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I order cheeseburgers and fries from McDonald's (left) and Red Robin (right).

Meredith Schneider

I compared a $41 coach bus to a $195 luxury bus. The pricier option was better than flying first-class.

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The Hamptons Streamliner (left) is much more expensive than the Jitney (right).

Elizabeth Blasi

I took a plane and a train on the 330-mile London to Edinburgh route. The race was closer than you might expect.

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The author next to an LNER train, and a British Airways Airbus A320.

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I shopped for spring clothes at Gap and Banana Republic, and I'm not sure I'd go back to either retailer

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I went shopping for clothes at Gap and Banana Republic.

Terri Peters

Apple Watch Series 8 vs. Apple Watch SE: Which model is best for you?

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A side by side of the Apple Watch SE & the Apple Watch Series 8.

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The 20 biggest US airports ranked from worst to best, according to the Wall Street Journal

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Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

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