Jakarta and Manila: differences in the cost of living

[HunterBonito]

Hi, I know well Manila and I went to jakarta some years ago and I'd like to know the differences in the cost of living today in these two cities. I mean: to eat, to buy at supermarket, taxi, to eat at restaurants, clubs, bar, fun, etc. etc. For example if I spend US$ 1,000 in one month in Manila, how much money will I spend in Jakarta? I hope will reply guys who have recently been in both cities.
I thank you.

[nomadphilippines]

you can do both for the same amount pretty easily

jakarta has more expensive options than manila, most of the best nightclubs in jakarta have a $15-$20 entry fee and there are a whole lot more $10+ restaurants, where as manila you really only find food above like $7 at a few select places (greenbelt, the fort)

either way the price difference is pretty minimal