Electric vs Acoustic Guitar?

One question I hear often from people who want to learn guitar is "Which is better, acoustic guitars or an electric guitars?" Personally, I don't think one type of guitar is better than the other. Both instruments get the job done, but they aren't the same. What matters is what you're looking for in your guitar. The acoustic guitar brings simplicity while the electric guitar has a high amount of customizability, with various effects and features that you can add on to build your custom sound.

Why you should get an electric guitar
         The majority of guitar players you ask will say that the electric guitar is easier to play, and it is true. Electric guitars come in thinner necks than their acoustic counterparts - and this means that you'll have more strength available in your hands to press down your strings. In an electric guitar, the strings are closer to the neck; meaning that you won't have to press as hard to get a clean, sustained sound. The frets are also closer together on an electric guitar than on an acoustic guitar, so you won't have to stretch your fingers as far to hit more notes. This works wonders for lead players, who have a larger range of notes to choose from when playing leads or soloing.
            Electric guitars also come with the luxury of having a wide range of effects available to choose from. The most common effects you'll hear from an electric guitar are distortion (crunchy sound used most often in rock and metal) and delay, which can add repeats, echoes, and reverbs to the guitar. The electric guitar offers style, versatility, and comfort that acoustic guitars lack.

Why you should get an acoustic guitar
             Lets say you are at a family gathering or a picnic and you have no electric power available. All you have is the people around you and the calm, serene life that only exists in nature. In this setting, an acoustic guitar is what you want. With an acoustic guitar, you don't need a power source, an amp, cables, effects pedals, or additional accessories. The acoustic guitar is natural and convenient. Those with a smaller budget should also get an acoustic guitar. A decent acoustic guitar costs half the price of a decent electric guitar. (A good acoustic should cost $150 while a good electric costs $300) You also don't have to spend additional money on accessories (previously mentioned) that electric guitar players need to have. Some listeners also prefer the natural, balanced tone of an acoustic guitar over the loud, electronic, artificial sound of an electric guitar. Acoustic guitars offer convenience, affordability, and a natural tone that electric guitars lack.