Methylone for most settings
I am experienced with both MDMA and Methylone. After many trials in a variety of settings, I prefer Methylone over MDMA.
Methlyone provides the amazing come-up rush I experience with MDMA followed by intense sociability, empathy, and relaxation. MDMA pretty much does the same thing but the come down and post-use depression can linger for a long time, especially if a large dose is taken.
I like the shorter duration and the quick come down period. I usually redose 1/2 to 1/3 of my original dose once the first effects become apparent to keep the rush a bit longer.
My perfect dosage range with Methlyone is usually 200-250mg followed by a 100-150 milligram booster. I have taken it at parties and had fun, but I agree that taking it at home with close friends, family, and partners is the best way to have a productive trip.
I still enjoy taking MDMA on occasions, I just have to make sure I have some time to recover. I don't always have debilitating crashes, but the ones that have been bad were BAD. There were probably a lot of factors at play here though. I also don't enjoy the chance of getting adulterated pills. While ordering a RC isn't safe, it is considerably more reliable in my experience.
That isn't to say Methlyone doesn't have a dark-side. I know the limit I am comfortable taking and don't go past it. I can't usually show that kind of discretion with MDMA. The only time Methylone has felt coke like at all for me was after 2-3 re-doses in one evening and the only similarity was over stimulation.
It is clear to me that taking too much has led me to stray away from MDMA, it isn't the drugs fault
Aside from duration, if I was blindly given an equivalent dose of either, I might not be able to tell the difference.