# Grid Post Pic Collage Maker vs Grid layout for Instagram feed

The clearest difference is ads: Grid Post Pic Collage Maker at none against Grid layout for Instagram feed's shown. Grid Post Pic Collage Maker also leads on review sentiment (61% vs 29%) and ratings volume (7K vs 503). Grid layout for Instagram feed's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Grid Post Pic Collage Maker sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Grid layout for Instagram feed sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Grid Post Pic Collage Maker against 4.6 for Grid layout for Instagram feed. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Grid Post Pic Collage Maker has 7K ratings behind it against 503, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 61% of Grid Post Pic Collage Maker's written reviews are positive against 29% of Grid layout for Instagram feed's.

Grid Post Pic Collage Maker ships an update every 4 months, Grid layout for Instagram feed every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Grid Post Pic Collage Maker | Grid layout for Instagram feed |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grid-post-pic-collage-maker/id1014917264/reviews) | **[4.6 (503 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grid-layout-for-instagram-feed/id1509087060/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **7K** | 503 |
| Positive reviews | **61.5% of reviews** | 29.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 72 MB | 60 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shenzhen Qianhai Happy Tour Network Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1516861691) | [Hashone Tech LLP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1481683043) |

## What reviewers say

### Grid Post Pic Collage Maker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grid-post-pic-collage-maker/id1014917264)

Create unique social media profiles by dividing photos and videos into multiple posts. This app helps you design eye-catching banner-style images for your profile page, making your content stand out.

**Highlights:** Create 50+ grid types, Suggests images for posting, Easy photo cropping, Add videos to grids, Profile banner creation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 九宫格周会员 | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Half Year Membership | $2.99 | per 6 months |
| Yearly Membership | $5.99 | per year |
| Upgrade To Pro Version | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good app
- 🚀 Simple and easy to use
- 💡 Useful features like grid layout and video support
- 🔒 Paid version removes watermark

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitchy and buggy
- 🔍 Restore purchase feature doesn't work
- 🔍 Can't restore purchases on new devices
- 🔍 Watermark not removed even after paying
- 🔍 Image quality degrades after processing

**Reported bugs**

- Splitting photos into grids doesn't work as expected
- App crashes when trying to save/export grid
- Grid layout gets reduced to fewer squares than selected
- App freezes or gets stuck on loading screens

**Requested features**

- Add more grid layout options
- Improve video compression quality
- Allow adding images from favorites/albums
- Add option to edit grid layout


### Grid layout for Instagram feed

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grid-layout-for-instagram-feed/id1509087060)

Design visually appealing Instagram grids and collages with a variety of customizable templates. This app helps you create a consistent and professional-looking feed to boost engagement and attract more followers.

**Highlights:** Dozens of customizable templates, Reusable puzzle grids for consistent design, High-quality IG posts, Quick and easy editing, User-friendly interface, Multiple fonts and styling options

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PuzzleStar+ | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Puzzlestar Monthly Sale Pack | $3.99 | per month |
| Puzzlestar Monthly Pack | $5.99 | per month |
| PuzleStar+ | $5.99 | per month |
| Monthly New | $7.99 | per month |
| PuzzleStar+ | $9.99 | per year |
| Puzzlestar Yearly Pack | $12.49 | per year |
| Annual New | $12.99 | per year |
| Annual New | $14.99 | per year |
| Puzzlestar Lifetime Sale Pack | $22.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Offer | $23.99 | one-time |
| Puzzlestar Lifetime Pack | $31.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 😍 Beautiful and high-quality templates
- 👍 Easy to use and user-friendly interface
- 🎨 Great for Instagram content creation
- ✨ Wonderful fonts and design options
- 💰 Worth the purchase price

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes frequently when saving
- 📉 Poor image quality after saving
- 🔄 Designs change after saving (text resizing, misalignment)
- ❌ Cannot export or upload directly to Instagram
- 😞 Limited free templates

**Reported bugs**

- App closes after downloading puzzles
- Watch video button doesn't work
- Cannot export puzzles
- Text formatting changes upon saving
- Grid photo save enlarges images instead of keeping square format

**Requested features**

- More free templates available through ad watching
- Ability to customize and create own templates
- Better draft/save system to preserve designs
- Direct Instagram upload functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Grid Post Pic Collage Maker free?

Grid Post Pic Collage Maker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Grid layout for Instagram feed free?

Grid layout for Instagram feed is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Grid Post Pic Collage Maker or Grid layout for Instagram feed?

Grid layout for Instagram feed is rated higher. Grid Post Pic Collage Maker averages 4.5 out of 5 from 7K ratings, while Grid layout for Instagram feed averages 4.6 from 503 ratings.

### Do Grid Post Pic Collage Maker or Grid layout for Instagram feed have ads?

Grid layout for Instagram feed shows ads; Grid Post Pic Collage Maker does not.

### Which is updated more often, Grid Post Pic Collage Maker or Grid layout for Instagram feed?

Grid Post Pic Collage Maker ships an update every 4 months, and Grid layout for Instagram feed every 2 weeks. Most recently, Grid Post Pic Collage Maker was updated on September 25, 2026 and Grid layout for Instagram feed on September 25, 2026.

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