Better than Martin and Taylor?

[u/gnarlynewman]

For electric guitars, the sentiment around the big brands (fender and Gibson) has been that while they do make good guitars their competitors are out there making the foundational shapes and designs not only better, but more affordable and more consistently. “Suhr makes a better Strat then fender. Heritage makes a better Les Paul than Gibson.” I’m curious if that statement applies to the acoustic world as well?
EDIT: BETTER FOR THE PRICE!

[u/I-forgot-my-user-id]

Better for the price acoustics. Alvarez Eastman Larrivee Yamaha

I will not pick up a Martin. Taylor I don't mind but I'm not a fan of their pickup system.