Taiwan vs Singapore: How do they compare? 台灣PK新加坡: 哪一個比較好？(有中文字幕) 

I’m a Singaporean who loves these things in Taiwan: bubble tea, shopping, range of cosmetics, natural produce, affordable and super comfortable dormitory, affordable and delicious local Chinese food, huge space, cooler weather, a community that is creative, civil and polite. I miss traveling in 🇹🇼!

As a Taiwanese, I have to say this video is awesome! The comments in this video are quite fair and precise. I think both countries have their pros and cons, and we should learn from each other. Thank you Richard for making great videos to let us learn more about the world. : )

I am a Taiwanese. I feel the pros and cons of living in Taiwan Richard mentioned in the video are quite fair and square. The traffic and the sidewalks in Taiwan still have huge room for improvement. This is definitely something we need to address to. With that being said, Taiwan is still a pleasant and wecloming place to visit or live. The border is open now. Welcome to Taiwan.😃

Interesting comparison. I’m Singaporean. Love traveling in Taiwan for their food, night markets, colour, quaintness, scenic sights etc. But definitely prefer living in Singapore because it’s so convenient.

You are making a fair judgement, in my opinion. I agreed with all your comments. I like my home country Singapore, for her safety, security, multi cultures and full of greenery. I like Taiwan, where I have spent my vacation there twice, for the Taiwanese's friendliness, pleasant weather (not Summer), beautiful scenery and exotic food culture. Thank you for your sharing, hope you have enjoyed your living here in Singapore.

I am a Taiwanese. I was one year expat in SG in 2012. Now I am living and working in Netherlands. I prefer Taiwan a bit more, but SG was also a very nice place to live, except the weather. I had to wear suit and tie in SG, but the weather was just so hot for me. I got sweat in 5 minutes without airco. S’porean are friendly, especially if they know I am Taiwanese. A lot of SG uncles did the military training in Taiwan in old days. Many SG taxi drivers have been to many small towns in Taiwan i have never been to. It’s a fun experience to talk about small towns in Taiwan with them. :)

Honest and humorous ! Thank you very much for introducing and comparing Singapore and Taiwan. I live in Taiwan and it is true that there is an urgent effort to improve the traffic condition, especially to improve the convenience for pedestrian.

好可愛的影片，忍不住要按讚。新加坡真的很棒，值得台灣學習，也很感謝給台灣這麼好的評價，我們也要再加油，讓台灣越來越好。

Having both grew up in Singapore and lived in Taipei for five years, my wife and I enjoyed this candid and neutral comparison. When we were in Taiwan we missed Singaporean food and when we are back in Singapore we miss all the great food we had in Taiwan. The swim cap rule was hard to get used to, I just had to imagine I am a more professional swimmer than I really am.

You win because you have the chance to explore two countries deeply.

I am a Singaporean , but have lived and worked in the U.K. for 30 years . I think your views are pretty much spot on about Singapore - I actually had a hearty chuckle over your comments about Singapore ! 😄

I'm Singaporean and Taiwan is one of my fav countries. Went there 3 times. Love the food, culture and ppl.

我是新加坡人，身邊也有很多朋友都喜歡台灣。其實兩國難免都有好有壞 但基本上新加坡人都還是喜歡台灣。 他們的友善，熱情，對人有禮貌， 還有服務是我們新加坡人要學習的♥️

Your comments are fair enough, we (Taiwanese) do need to improve the pavement quality and English communication in our daily life. But just like you said, there's no perfect place int the world. Thanks for your review! Support from Taiwan~

我是中国人，去过新加坡，很干净，很喜欢，很多我们应该借鉴学习的地方，以后有机会想去台湾看看 （这里不谈政治谢谢）

Honestly, I love that you talk about both the goods and the bada of each country, it really shows the locals in the said countries that yeah indeed the country is great, but there are always places to improve. There really is No need to fight because every country are unique to their own colors, and it would be boring if 2 countries are exactly the same. Anyways great video! Subs to you!

Singaporean here🙋 Though i have not been to Taiwan yet. I used to have Taiwanese colleagues. They are very friendly and approachable.Very sincere & genuine. They are also good listeners(heart-to-heart talks).Taiwan have very nice food & scenery too. I know i will love Taiwan.

不同的地方本來就會有不同的生活模式，但是台灣的確有不少地方需要改進，虛心接受也謝謝指教。

This is a very comprehensive vlog about the two places. Thank you!

Nice video. Living in Taiwan now and definitely agree. Nice comments. Keep up the good work

Your opinions about these two countries are totally neutral and fair. You did an excellent job on comparing every aspects.

I’m Taiwanese and working in SG now for 2 years. I think your opinions about these two nations are precise. Though I love summer weather, I do miss cold weather and autumn when I lived in Brighton.

Definitely enjoyed this video. Every country has its ups and downs, so it was great to see the differences. Haven't been to Taiwan, would love to be able to visit some day!

台灣交通跟都市規劃真的是很爛...你講得很中肯!! 這幾個連我們台灣人都受不了 !!!

分析的很公正....都是事實!台灣不好的要改進....才會有進步空間!

I am a Singaporean living and working in Taiwan for past 6 years so I can relate to most of the points made in this video. I agree with most of your points about both countries, especially about the lack of pedestrian pavements in Taiwan. This is one reason why I moved out of Taipei City (Neihu District) to Linkou District (in New Taipei City) because 建蔽率 (loosely translated as building coverage area) regulations in Linkou dictate that buildings must be built at a certain distance away from the road so Linkou is the only district with pavements in most places, allowing your kids/pets to walk on the streets safely without sharing the roads with cars, scooters, etc. Even so, Linkou cannot compare to Singapore because of the lack of covered walkways - in Singapore you can pretty much get away with no need to bring an umbrella along even though afternoon showers are common because the walking journey from your building to the nearest MRT station/bus stop is sheltered or you can seek shelter underground (i.e. Orchard Road). In Taiwan, because you must walk on roads everywhere, you are pretty screwed if you are caught off-guard with a sudden downpour. Besides, it can rain non-stop for several days or throughout a weekend but a thunderstorm in Singapore usually ends pretty soon except during the monsoon season. I also agree that there is simply no competition in terms of leisure - I drive in Taiwan and every weekend we can simply visit a different part of Taiwan with hundreds of mountains and lakes to choose from. In Singapore you are pretty much limited to driving across the Causeway to Malaysia if you want to embrace the nature. Cycling up Yangmingshan or around Taiwan surely cannot be compared to cycling in ECP or Coney island. I am fortunate that I am a Chinese so I can read and write Chinese - but even so, I found it a challenge to cope with the banking system, filing my taxes, reading contracts or finding information on government-related policies in Taiwan. It must be a nightmare for Westerners. However, I must disagree with you on the point of veggies - I grew up eating veggies in Singapore! Most Singaporean Chinese usually order veggie dishes separately - e.g. when you have a plate of chicken rice, you can order a plate of 油菜/豆腐 etc. The 2-3 pieces of cucumber are meant as garnish rather than the veggie side dish. Still, I grew fat in both Singapore and Taiwan, so I concur with you that food is great in Taiwan but as a true-born Singaporean, I still miss my bak chor mee, yong tau foo, wanton noodle, hokkien mee and prawn noodles in Taiwan. Lastly, I somewhat disagree with you on weather. At least for the last 6 years, Taiwan summer months are getting longer and there is virtually no more spring or autumn. It changes almost instantly between summer and winter here and even so, the past 2 winters are no longer cold enough for me to wear a jacket/coat daily. And if you are living in Taipei city which is surrounded by mountains on all sides, it's like living in a convection oven with hot air circulating around you. At least in Singapore you get a breeze or seek shelter from the sun from the trees planted along the pavements. In addition, the summer climate in Taiwan is also generally a few degrees warmer than Singapore (or at least during my time in SG).

Thank you for posting the video. My husband and I love love love staying in Taiwan. We travel from the Mid-West US once a year for a 2 or 3 week visit. We love the people, the food, and the culture. Taiwan is a safe a welcoming country. We are considering retirement there in a few years.

Wow, a nice description of my favourite places in the world. I tend to agree with most of your comments but as a European (so definitely a foreigner) I think you have missed a very important point: people. People in both Singapore and Taipei are just so welcoming! I did not expect to gather so many smiles and such a level of kindness in both cities (also in Taipei, even if my Mandarin is limited to just a bunch of words)... maybe because I am used to Milan's extremely lower level of good manners and hospitality, but I think that can also apply to Londoners or Parisians. Fully agree also on the statement that you should adapt to local culture and lifestyle: mingling in is the best way to get to know a foreign country, understand it and appreciate it. Thanks!

I am a Taiwanese who living in Singapore. I can totally understand what you trying to say. Solid video. Cheers

Thanks for sharing your life experiences in Taiwan! I am a Singaporean and have been to Taiwan twice for vacations. Food and beverages are definitely something I miss a lot about Taiwan. While I do love the food in Singapore, I do miss the breakfast and street snacks at night in Taiwan from time to time.

您說得沒錯確，台灣街道的確較亂，新加坡很適合旅遊，各有各優點，祝新加坡生活愉快

Great little video, you are a very good guest and a credit to wherever you wander.

很客觀中肯的評論！❤️

My wife and I had a really nice experience visiting Taiwan, I thought the people were so friendly! Can't wait to go back.... By the way we have lived in Singapore for the last 10 years so I can understand you.

I've visited both places in 2019. Loved both! Especially the food and people. For me, personally I would select Singapore because of the ease of communications and living in a harmonious and diverse society. Thank you for your video!

Surprisingly I've been watching your channel for a while and I didn't notice that you made this video. Fair comparison. I love it.

Love knowing this video, totally need it when i move to taiwan from singapore in the future, though i did have a short 5 mths stay in taiwan before. I can really relate!!

說的都很貼切,每個地方都有優缺點就看自己在乎的是什麼

I m a singaporean who share the same experience with u! I had been in Taiwan for 8 yrs, and I love the 小吃、小菜 and fruits! Most of all their 热情! Like your video, Tq for keep exploring new place and new food here.

The fact about the veggie in chicken rice is so true! I believe the reason is not just the cost, as Chicken Rice in the 90s were served with a more generous amount of cucumbers along with soup, but they usually goes to waste. They also had variety of herbal soup to choose from back then, but now all these extra stuffs seems more like a luxury. Great comparison vlog! Thank you for the fair insights!

我喜歡你的言論，影片都有配中文翻譯字幕，不管任何地國家與方都有不同的特殊性，不能說好與壞，是居住的人適應環境能力問題，謝謝你說出了，台灣和新加坡的好。

說得有理也很詳細、客觀又事實。

You are very objective and analytical. I appreciate that.

Super lovely video with knowledge and specific comparison.

喜歡這類主題的影片，蠻有趣的，也讓我們知道，臺灣跟其他國家的不同之處。

Most of all, you are an intereting guy. Really love your video.

I agree with you on Singapore’s weather .. despite frequent showers it still feels uncomfortable to be out during daytime.... but still Singapore is a joyous place to be

Even if you have lived 22 years in 2 places combined, I can still sense huge amount of your British humour. You can't be even more British (which in this case, is to do everything you could to not embarrassing anyone) about the 5 to 5 tie in the end. As a native, I most agree with every point you'd made about Taiwan, that's a proof how well could can blend in to a new place. Hope you enjoy your time in Singapore!

Agree so much about Singapore’s hawker centre having exactly the same type of food 😂😂😂

No, i dont hate you😂😂 You are so blessed to be able to experience living in Singapore and Taiwan.😊

Thank you. I just like your spirit and composure through out the video. ✌🏻️👍🏻. Indeed, there is no perfect place. Hope that you will continue to enjoy your stay in Singapore!

分析的很中肯和有趣，給你一個讚！

台灣的交通品質真的很糟糕，希望所有來台灣玩的朋友都千萬要多注意交通安全

I am Taiwanese. 台灣的街道和市容, 只有30分, 還有70分的改善空間 Taiwan’s streets and cityscapes are only 30 points, and there is still 70 points of room for improvement.

I'm a Singaporean but I give thumb up to Taiwan. I love their night market and foods 😍😍😍😍 喜欢台湾的夜市

Thanks Richard. A very fair assessment. I laughed out loud at the single piece of cucumber! Yes, the veges in some of our hawker food is ridiculous.

I am Singaporean. Thanks for the kind words for Singapore. Though i will miss the mountains and lakes in Taiwan which I cannot find them here. Singapore will always be where my home will be.

Singaporean here. the reason why chicken rice only have 2 to 3 pc of cucumber is because, most of times, these cucumber are not eaten by the customers. If you want few more pcs, just ask the stalls, i think they will comply. Anyway..chicken rice are traditional serve with just few pcs of cucumbers, not related to the price of cucumber. Been to Taiwan first with the Navy and then for work and leisure numerous times. Love the food, ppl. But i still prefer coming back to Singapore, the place i was born and bred.

謝謝你的評價，都是好地方～

very fair and unbiased comparison! love your channel! :)

Like your sincere and humble opinions.😄😃

台灣的交通真的亂很多 只要牽扯到非大眾運輸的道路交通，任何人多抱怨我都不會生氣( 因為是事實 )

Nice comparison! Thank you for sharing!

Great comparison! I’m a Taiwanese American with 2 Singaporean daughters! I can relate with your experiences! Miss these places!

This video is meant for expats. Locals in TW & SG just take it with a pinch of salt

Very interesting!

Nice video. Fun video. Quite true in most regards too

Thanks for the interesting video to let us know both our city and Singapore more.

As a Taiwanese who has been to Singapore, I have to say your comparison is fair! Both countries are great!

I used to live in Singapore and Taiwan , I also able tp speak and write Chinese , i would say I respect and appreciate your video , for me , when i was younger i lived in Singapore , i love that country , I miss Santosa island and the Zoo , but when i moved to Taiwan a bit older , I found I can be myself , Singapore life is simple but also limited , and the law are strict , the government is good but also a bit controlling , Singapore is a multi culture society , however they use English for their official langue , Taiwan has a lot of Japanese influence , and they use Mandarin or Chinese , the society allow people to be themselves and have more opportunity to do what you like , it is more freedom, they are not like Singapore have the same dominant party rule the country , and they are more progressive in many way then Singapore ( like gay marriage ), but Singapore does not face the treat of their neighbors ( even sometimes many Malaysian complain about Singapore ), like Taiwan they have huge treat from the China communist government , and Singapore is accepted by UN and international , Taiwan is always been bullied by China and like an orphan in international , you can feel the wronged and grief in every Taiwanese , they are not been recognized and not been validated because of the political issue , so politic is a big matter in Taiwan , they have many election every few years and you can kick out some politician if people think the person didnt do right things , Singapore is very peaceful , quiet , safe and people trust government , Taiwan is excited , adventures , people dont always trust government , but they can do a lot of things Singaporiaan Cant do , my friend in Taiwan after got his master degree turn himself an organic farmer , but my friend in Singapore , like many other , working in a bank and push his kids study hard and hope he would get a government job in the future .

I probably agreed with most things you said, but I was so ready to beat you up when you said Taiwan food wins 😂😂… great video mate. Kudos to you for being such an explorer!

I really enjoyed this, thank you.

新加坡雖然不大，但很多人行道竟然可以寬到做三層綠化，真的很美。

如果台灣的交通安全問題能大大改善、應該讓更多外國人喜歡

Nice video and honest sharing.

I love your analysis!!! And there at roots for improvements for Taiwan 🇹🇼. I like the video and of course don’t hate you! Hahahahaha have a great and safe season!

Singaporean here. Decently fair assessment of SG I would say.

While Singapore has a geospatial disadvantage when it comes to local sightseeing and trips, being a major air hub in the region means that residents have access to many air routes to world famous destinations at very competitive prices. So it’s not uncommon for a resident to catch a weekend beach trip to Bali, Bangkok for food and shopping or experience a July winter in NZ. But amidst today’s travel restrictions I truly envy my friends in Taiwan trolling me with photos from their local holidays.

嗯嗯，很公正的比較...祝你們一家不管在哪個國家都生活的很開心！

Good video!! I have lived in both places and totally understand everything you said!!

I'm an expat who has lived in Taiwan for 12 years. I've only ever visited Singapore, but Richard's description of life for foreigners in Taiwan is spot on, so I have to assume what he says about Singapore is accurate as well. I feel Richard gave an interesting and balanced critique of both places. I quite enjoyed this video.

Hey dude ! you win my ❤ heart half way thro the video !!! you ROCK !!! glad to have you here in S'pore ! Welcome & ENJOY !

Nice and fair comparison👍🏻 it’s surprisingly to know that the amount of time you spending in Taiwan is more than our family 😅

Great job. Keep it up!

I agreed about the lack of certain vegetables in a certain type of food, I myself has a gripe about this! Thailand street food wins in this challenge!!!

Fair. I think you threw in the "water" and "fire" just to help Singapore score two points. :-) I dunno about the bathing cap issue (or how important a consideration it should be), but I've had my share of barbeques growing up. And while it was a social event, BBQs are very enjoyable in a hot tropical climate. Sure it's more readily feasible in Singapore because it's always warm, summer-like climate. But without the contrast of winter, BBQs are just not as enjoyable. Just my opinion.

Very accurate comparison. Born in Singapore now living in UK, I completely agree with you about the weather in Singapore. That is why I totally enjoy the beautiful countryside in Somerset and the unpredictable weather here. All the best to you and stay safe.

It is interesting to note the comparisons between Singapore and Taiwan from a foreigner's perspective. Good job. Keep it up.

thanks for your sharing...新加坡和台湾都是非常棒的地方～

以前曾有一段期間，我在台灣的大型廟宇服務，負責接待中國與東南亞國家的遊客們，其中有相當比例是新加坡人，新加坡人多數熱衷於知悉關於台灣的大小事，他們很和善，言談之間也直接表達出他們對於台灣的好奇與喜愛。 台灣人與新加坡人，外表看似差異不大，但其實兩者之間存在著很大的差異；語言、政治、生活條件、國族認同等等各方面，都很不同。以我是一個台灣人的角度，台灣人的包容性、親切度、真誠度非常之高，遠勝過世界上絕大多數的國家，而且在台灣你所遇到的陌生台灣人，絕大多數都會發自於內心真心對待來自世界上各個不同國家的人；當然，中國人是唯一例外，中國無時不刻想要併吞台灣、霸凌台灣，這點我們無法忍受。 2020年，歐美國家的政治學者幾乎都承認，台灣是亞洲唯一真正的民主國家，這是許多台灣的先賢們犧牲生命所換來的成果。 自由與民主，在人的一生當中，經常遠勝於生命中的所有一切；多數台灣人都珍惜這一份得來不易的民主成果，所以我們熱愛今日的台灣

Very on point and i agree with those that you mentioned. Love Taiwan and cant wait to visit and explore other parts of Taiwan once travelling is allowed!

😁 能有勇氣製作影片就是讚！俺喜歡播主的語速，不像年輕人快吵、廢話多，正適合思考！！😉

As a matter of fact, Taiwan and Singapore cannot be compared on the table because we are two very different countries in culture, economics, people, industry, geography and many others. But what you did to compare in living cost, safety, medical, food etc. is fair enough. Taiwan welcomes people around the world to visit, travel and live in to share the core value of us. Blessing you, Richard!

喜歡台灣的高山，喜歡新加坡的市容。

A very balanced comparison! Good.

Thank you for your time and thoughts

totally agree on the lack of vegetable served with Singaporean dishes! I consciously add in portions of vegetable everyday to my diet. However it doesn't stop me loving Singapore:)

果然很英式抱怨XD ~雖然泳帽笑很久,但還是覺得很可愛! 歡迎來台灣玩^^

Good job! Is a fair and objective comparison 👍

Thanks for the great comparison. I just subscribed to your station as I am a Brompton lover but like other topics too.