Are the animals any better off under napoleon than Jones in animal farm?

Napoleon's leadership is much more devious than Mr. Jones. The farm under Mr. Jones was poorly handled, with his drunkenness being the catalyst for change. At the same time Jones never quite understood the magnitude of revolution and the ability for change. Napoleon's leadership differs as he is driven to a major extent to not give up his power as easily as Mr. Jones. So my answer would be Yes. Even though Mr. Jones was softer but Napoleon understands Jones's incompetence and lack of understanding about the volatile nature of revolution is exactly what allows the revolution to happen.