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This article was compiled and written by OpenAI’s ChatGPT Plus, Google’s Bard, Anthropic’s Claude AI and reviewed by the human editors of Eat News.
Social media platforms like Twitter and Meta have introduced paid subscription services that provide users with verified checkmarks and other benefits. Twitter’s service is called Twitter Blue (recently changed to X Blue), while Meta’s is named Meta Verified. We will start by discussing the features and benefits of each service, then we will compare the pricing and availability. Finally, we will give our recommendations for which service is the better value.
Here is a comparison of Twitter Blue (now called X Blue) and Meta Verified:
| Feature | Twitter Blue (now called X Blue) | Meta Verified |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Web Pricing (Monthly): US$8.00 iOS Pricing (Monthly): US$11.00 Android Pricing (Monthly): US$11.00 Web Pricing (Yearly): US$84.00 iOS Pricing (Yearly): US$114.99 Android Pricing (Yearly): US$114.99 | Facebook: Web Pricing (Monthly): US$11.99 iOS Pricing (Monthly): US$14.99 Android Pricing (Monthly): US$14.99 Instagram: iOS Pricing (Monthly): US$14.99 Android Pricing (Monthly): US$14.99 |
| Exclusive features | ．Blue checkmark ．Edit post ．Half ads ．Prioritized rankings in conversations and search ．Longer posts ．Text formatting ．Bookmark Folders ．Custom app icons ．Custom navigation ．Spaces Tab ．Top Articles ．Reader ．Undo post ．Longer video upload ．Access to Media Studio ．Themes ．NFT Profile Pictures ．SMS two-factor authentication | Facebook: ．Blue verified badge ．Proactive account protection ．Get exclusive stickers on ．Stories and Reels Available 100 Stars a month ．Direct account support Instagram: ．Blue verified badge ．Proactive account protection ．Get exclusive stickers on Stories and Reels ．The verified badge will also appear on your Threads profile ．Direct account support |
| Basic Requirements for Subscription | Twitter accounts that haven’t been active within the last 30 days or that have changed their profile photo, display name, or username (aka @handle) within the previous 3 days may also be unable to sign up. Subscribers will also need a verified phone number. We are working on an updated process for new Twitter accounts in order to help minimize impersonation risks and may impose and change waiting periods for new accounts without notice. | ．To be eligible, accounts must meet minimum activity requirements, such as prior posting history, and be at least 18 years old. ．Applicants are then required to submit a government ID that matches the profile name and photo of the Facebook or Instagram account they’re applying for. ．Subscriptions will include proactive monitoring for account impersonation. |
| Availability | Available globally on web, iOS, or Android | Available in the most markets globally |
Which one is a better value?
The value of Twitter Blue and Meta Verified depends on your individual needs and preferences. If you are looking for exclusive features like longer tweets and undo tweets, then Twitter Blue is a better value. If you are looking for a verified profile badge and customer support, then Meta Verified is a better value.
Pricing comparison
Twitter Blue and Meta Verified are priced similarly, but Twitter Blue offers an annual subscription option that can save you money. If you are planning to subscribe for a year, then Twitter Blue is the better value.
Overall comparison
- Twitter Blue provides more exclusive features like edit tweet and reader mode, representing better value overall.
- Twitter Blue is slightly cheaper on web at US$8.
- On iOS, Twitter Blue is cheaper than Meta Verified, and with more benefits like edit feature.
- Twitter Blue pricing allows choice between web-only or web + iOS access. While Facebook users have the option to purchase Meta Verified on their website or mobile app, Instagram users can only purchase Meta Verified on their mobile app.
Which one should you choose?
The best way to decide which one to choose is to consider your individual needs and preferences.
Hidden Feature
Whether it’s Twitter Blue or Meta Verified, once you receive the blue checkmark or verified badge, your comments beneath other posts will be prioritized and placed above all others, emphasizing the importance of your remarks.
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