Five Below is a popular high-growth value retailer that offers trendy, high-quality products for tweens, teens, and beyond. Most items are priced between $1 and $5, with some extreme value items priced higher, making it easy for customers to find cool items across eight themed areas: Style, Room, Sports, Tech, Create, Party, Candy, and New & Now. Founded in 2002 and based in Philadelphia, the store has over 1,800 locations in 44 states. Customers appreciate the friendly staff and the store's cleanliness, especially during busy times like the holiday season. One reviewer highlighted a positive experience with a manager who went out of her way to help find balloons for a birthday party. Although some items, like a coloring pillow, may not meet expectations, shoppers find unique items that are hard to find in other stores. While the store can be busy and sometimes crowded, the overall shopping experience is enjoyable, with staff available to assist customers as needed.