I definitely agree that Monsters U is the better film (of course, Despicable Me 2 didn't do much for me either), but going by the general consensus it might be the only one that may realistically contend with it.
Arent they releasing that Miyazaki film in theaters?
I'm throwing my hat in for Despicable Me 2 honestly. It felt more charming and silly, and the moral of MU felt kind of forced.
we still have Free Birds guys