What is better than Romex?

What is better than Romex, what is better than Romex depends on application, but alternatives considered better in certain situations include MC metal clad cable, AC armored cable, THHN wires in conduit, and UF cable for outdoors, each having advantages over Romex in specific contexts. MC cable is considered better than Romex for commercial and high rise because metal cladding provides physical protection and grounding, more durable and fire resistant, required in NYC and Chicago. THHN wires in EMT conduit is considered better than Romex for protection and future rewiring, as conduit protects wires and allows easy replacement, better for garages, basements, and outdoor. AC BX cable better for protection against damage. For wet locations, UF cable or THWN in conduit better than Romex because Romex not rated for wet. So what is better than Romex, MC cable is better for physical protection, conduit with THHN is better for durability and future upgrades, and UF is better for underground and outdoor, with Romex being economical and easy for residential indoor dry locations, but not best for all situations, with better option depending on location, code requirements, and need for protection, with many electricians preferring MC or conduit for better protection and longevity despite higher cost and harder installation.