I think it’s just so much better of a system where you get to pick your interests(communities) and see everyone inputs and opinions instead of a random feed or picking a few accounts to follow and only see their opinions
Is it engagement? Does Reddit really have any less engagement than Twitter or Instagram?
Yes, and no, respectively, according to Statista.
I think the more algorithmic platforms are trying to maximize performance for users who shut off their critical thinking and consume whatever they get, especially ads. Something more forum-like doesn’t fit that model.