It's a little too soon to be able to say if I like the new-and-improved ROM. Part of me misses the wacky ol' dino-bones exhibits with their fake scenery, especially the "underwater" dinosaurs that were lit with shimmering blue lights. But I do appreciate the new, "clean" aesthetic inside the crystal. Parts of the displays do seem a bit cramped, however.
Even though the crystal's been open for over a year, they're still installing new exhibits, so the rather steep admission price isn't the best value. A few people have pointed out that it's half-price on Friday evenings; it's also free for the last hour on Wednesdays (4:30-5:30). That doesn't give you enough time to see everything properly, but it's good to know if you're only interested in one exhibit, or have already (like I have) seen most of the collection before.