Generally, it’s better. Things like mustard and most hot sauces are acidic enough to hang out outside the fridge. Ketchup is in less of a good spot this way and more prone to mold or spoilage.
Not sure about ketchup in other countries but American ketchup usually has a surprising amount of sugar in it, which is obviously not great for shelf life outside of a fridge.
Generally, it’s better. Things like mustard and most hot sauces are acidic enough to hang out outside the fridge. Ketchup is in less of a good spot this way and more prone to mold or spoilage.
Not sure about ketchup in other countries but American ketchup usually has a surprising amount of sugar in it, which is obviously not great for shelf life outside of a fridge.