Great question — and one that's still sparking major debate. So let's break it down objectively: Is Elon Musk's Twitter (now X) better? Depends on what angle you're looking at — here's a quick-hit breakdown:

🚀 Elon Musk's Twitter (X): Is It Actually Better?
✅ What's Improved
More Features for Creators

Revenue sharing with creators via ads

Long-form posts (25K+ characters)

Video uploads up to 2 hours

Monetization options (subscriptions, tips)

Fewer Bots (Maybe)

Musk aimed to reduce bot spam by charging for verification

Mixed success, but less bot spam in some threads

Faster Feature Rollouts

Musk's "move fast" mentality = lots of changes fast

Example: Communities, job listings, payments in the works

Free Speech Focus (Controversial)

Looser content moderation = more diverse (and polarizing) voices

Appeals to those who felt "censored" on old Twitter

❌ What's Gotten Worse
User Experience Feels Messier

Blue check chaos: Verification lost meaning

"For You" feed often prioritizes controversial content

Ads can feel more aggressive

Rise in Misinformation / Extremes

Less moderation = more unchecked narratives

Many users say it's harder to separate fact from hype

Algorithm Feels Biased

Critics argue that engagement > accuracy

Often rewards loud, controversial takes

Brand Pullouts / Ad Revenue Dip

Major advertisers left in 2023–2024

Some worry about platform longevity

⚖️ Final Verdict: Better or Worse?

Area   Verdict
Creator Monetization   ✅ Better
Trust / Safety   ❌ Worse
Innovation Speed   ✅ Better
Content Quality   😬 Mixed
User Experience   ❌ Clunkier
Community Feel   😕 Polarized
TL;DR:
If you're a content creator or free speech advocate, Musk's X might feel like a win.
If you're after a clean, moderated, trustworthy experience... the old Twitter might feel like the golden era.