Both are historical dramas set in the joseon era with fantasy elements (more so in moon sun than rebel). Both have the same vibe of sincere love, fight against corruption. But while The Moon that Embraces the Sun centers around the royals and nobles, rebel is more down to earth with story revolving around the normal folk aspiring to make a change. I love both dramas but feel Rebel has that something special that brings authenticity to it that I have yet to find in any other historical drama (that I've seen).