I know this may seem like an extreme opinion, but imitation crab is better than actual crab.
Imitation crab for one, very very cheap. Not to mention its a little bit sweeter. Definitely a welcomed taste. Both products have similar texture, with a slight one up going towards imitation crab. While real crab definitely is not bad,
cold real crab is absolutely disgusting. It is actually revolting. Something about the flavor of crab really seems to disappear once the temperature drops. Cold imitation crab? I can eat just fine.
Another thing about real crab. You have to work for that stuff. You aren't even guaranteed a satisfying full piece of limb because of how difficult it can be sometimes opening the shell. Then you get micro shell razorblades embedded into your skin. Not fun.
This thread goes out to imitation crab. Not loaded with a ton of harmful stuff, just a nice fishy crabby snack for a fourth of the price.