The two apps are often compared because of their similar features, though determining which one is better can be up to personal preference. In terms of functions, Threads allows people to share longer posts, with 500 characters, vs. X’s 280. The former also lets users attach longer videos at 5 mins vs. X’s 2 min 20s. While users can unlock longer tweets and videos by subscribing to X Premium, all of Threads’ features are free.
Threads may have the potential to replace X in the long run, but the numbers are still catching up. Threads currently has 130 million monthly active users, while X has 550 million, but these numbers could change rapidly. Ultimately, the better platform depends on your social media goals and preferred audience.