What is cheaper or better to get: partial dentures or crowns?

Cheaper w/partial.: The answer for this question is depended on the situation: if you need several teeth replacement, then the partial is cheaper. If you need to restore and protect the tooth from further destruction or damage the the crown is better. The bottom line is: partial use to replace missing teeth. Crowns use to restore and / or protection.

It depends: Partial dentures may be cheaper unless you need crowns made to hold them in. In general, people are less happy with partial dentures than crowns and bridges. People tend to be the most happy with dental implants. Remember that what is cheapest in the short run, may end up being more expensive int he long run.

Depends: There are different types (and costs) of partial dentures...The more expensive ones are usually more durable and stable, and should be more satisfactory to the patient. There are many, many ways to address missing teeth (partials, bridges, implants...) each with different costs, treatment times, patient satisfaction levels, etc.