I don't think Max is a terrible guy. I remember they explained in a video that they had their first big fight. That was last year or so. That fight was about how Sanne is always self-centered and that their relationship is always about what Sanne wants. I also remember that Sanne explained that Max is a man who is always there for his loved ones, friends and always helps others. He often puts himself second. So I didn't understand the bashing. Look beyond Max, because Sanne may be the problem.
About the Sanne/Max/Jessica situation. I don’t think there was any truth to that. Jessica used Max for clicks to make people think they were dating. He also helped her whenever she needed help. As described above he puts himself second.
Also, Sanne explained that Max has many female friends and she is fine with that. Some think female-male friendships won’t work, but it really does.