X (formerly Twitter) may still be the world’s largest microblogging platform, but it’s no longer the only game in town. We tested dozens of social media networks to bring you the best alternatives available on the web.

Plurk is branded as a “social network for weirdos,” but you’ll find people discussing a wide range of everyday topics, from knitting to Netflix. The company is based in Taiwan, so much of the discussion revolves around Asian pop culture.

Plurk allows anonymous posts, so you can share your thoughts with the world without sharing anything else. A handy Time Machine feature shows you all the Plurks from the past, making it easy to search for old posts.

The first thing people notice about Meta's X alternative is how "nice" it is. Thanks to the strong content moderation, you won't find all the negativity that is common elsewhere. News and politics are nowhere to be found. Instead, you'll see recipes, crafts, vacation photos, and lots of pets.