I tested similar sweaters from Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Gap. Sometimes, quality is more important than cost.

Tech Insider : Business, Style
A woman holding up three black sweaters on hangers.
I tried on sweaters from Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Gap.

Natalie Borton for BI

I tried on jeans at Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Gap. My favorite pair was incredibly comfortable.

Tech Insider : Business, Style, Travel
Mike wearing jeans from Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Gap.
I tried on jeans at Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Gap.

Mike Vulpo

I tried on jean shorts at Gap and Old Navy. I was pleasantly surprised by the winning pair.

Tech Insider : Business, Style
Chloe wearing shorts from Old Navy and Gap.
I compared similar jean shorts at Old Navy and Gap.

Chloe Caldwell

I tried on work pants from Gap, Old Navy, and Banana Republic. I was blown away by one pair's stylish shape and fit.

Tech Insider : Business, Style
Chloe wearing three pairs of slacks in brown, black, and tan colors.
I definitely would have purchased the Gap pants if they were on sale during my visit.

Chloe Caldwell

I tried on similar sweaters from Banana Republic, Old Navy, and Gap. One store offered an unmatched shopping experience.

Tech Insider : Business, Style
A composite image of a man wearing three different black sweaters and taking a photo of himself using a phone.
I tried on similar sweaters at Banana Republic, Old Navy, and Gap.

Mike Vulpo

I tried on basic black sweaters from Banana Republic, Old Navy, and Gap. My top choice reminded me that you get what you pay for.

Tech Insider
A composite image of a woman wearing three different black sweaters.
I tried on similar black sweaters at Banana Republic, Old Navy, and Gap.

Chloe Caldwell

After trying on shirts at Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Gap, I found the most expensive items weren't worth the splurge

Tech Insider
Ted wearing three different black polos. On the left, a polo from Old Navy. In the middle, a polo from Banana Republic with four buttons going down the top. On the right, a polo from Gap with two buttons going down the top.
I tried on similar shirts at Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Gap.

Ted Berg

I tried on T-shirts at Old Navy, Gap, and Banana Republic. There was one clear winner when it came to value and quality.

Tech Insider
Chloe wearing three different t-shirts. On the left, a white shirt from Old Navy. In the middle, a gray shirt from Gap. On the right, a white shirt from Banana Republic.
I tried on similar T-shirts at Old Navy, Gap, and Banana Republic.

Chloe Caldwell

I tried on linen shorts at Gap, Old Navy, and Banana Republic. The priciest ones were amazing, but I found a similar pair for way less.

Tech Insider
Chloe wearing three different pairs of linen shorts. On the left, a longer white pair from Gap. In the middle, a shorter black pair from Old Navy. On the left, a white pair with a belt from Banana Republic.
I compared similar pairs of linen shorts at Gap, Old Navy, and Banana Republic.

Chloe Caldwell

I tried on similar dresses at Gap, Old Navy, and Banana Republic. The most expensive one was the most disappointing.

Tech Insider
Chloe wearing three different dresses. On the left, a long white sleeveless dress from Gap. In the middle, a black sleeveless dress from Old Navy. On the right, a white, flowy, sleeveless dress from Banana Republic.
I tried on similar linen-blend dresses from Gap, Old Navy, and Banana Republic.

Chloe Caldwell

Subscribe to gap-inc