# Layout for Instagram・Inpreview vs Grid

Layout for Instagram・Inpreview and Grid both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 88% of Grid's written reviews are positive against 35% of Layout for Instagram・Inpreview's. Grid also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 weeks). Layout for Instagram・Inpreview's advantage is ratings volume (8.3K vs 800) and chart position (#180 vs unranked). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Layout for Instagram・Inpreview sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Grid sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Layout for Instagram・Inpreview against 4.7 for Grid. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Layout for Instagram・Inpreview has 8.3K ratings behind it against 800, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 35% of Layout for Instagram・Inpreview's written reviews are positive against 88% of Grid's.

Layout for Instagram・Inpreview ships an update every 6 weeks, Grid every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Layout for Instagram・Inpreview | Grid |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (8.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/layout-for-instagraminpreview/id1171686996/reviews)** | [4.7 (800 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grid-photo-split-and-post-maker/id1491172411/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **8.3K** | 800 |
| Positive reviews | 34.5% of reviews | **87.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#180** | — |
| Size | 206 MB | 34 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Onelight Apps CY Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1576484147) | [Dima Komar](https://appshunter.io/developer/1059250102) |

## What reviewers say

### Layout for Instagram・Inpreview

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/layout-for-instagraminpreview/id1171686996)

**Currently charting:** #180 Top Grossing · Photo & Video (US App Store)

Preview and plan your Instagram feed before posting. Schedule content, create collages, and manage highlights with aesthetic covers. Offers AI-generated captions and hashtags, with no Instagram login required.

**Highlights:** Feed preview and planning, Post scheduling, Highlight planning and cover design, AI-generated hashtags and captions, Collage maker, Multiple account support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Inpreview PRO - 1 Week | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Inpreview PRO | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Inpreview PRO - 1 Month | $11.99 | per month |
| Inpreview PRO - 1 Month | $14.99 | per month |
| Premium (3 months) | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium (6 months) | $39.99 | per 6 months |
| Inpreview PRO - 1 Year - Sale | $47.99 | per year |
| Inpreview PRO - 1 Year | $47.99 | per year |
| Inpreview PRO - 1 Year - Trial | $47.99 | per year |
| Inpreview Premium - 12 Months | $47.99 | per year |
| Inpeview PRO - 1 Year - Trial | $59.99 | per year |
| Inpreview PRO - 1 Year | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Helpful for planning Instagram feed
- 💡 Useful filters and editing features
- 🎨 Aesthetically pleasing design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches (crashes, freezes, feed not updating)
- 💰 Paid features not clearly communicated
- 🔒 Security concerns (account compromised)
- 📵 Lack of automatic posting feature

**Reported bugs**

- Login page directing to blank screen
- Inability to restore paid subscription
- Photos not displaying in correct order
- Unexpected rearranging of planned posts

**Requested features**

- Allow viewing of photos in full size
- Implement automatic posting feature
- Add support for Instagram Reels
- Improve syncing between devices


### Grid

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grid-photo-split-and-post-maker/id1491172411)

Easily split photos into perfectly sized squares for social media grids or create stunning panorama posts. Make your profile stand out with captivating grid photos and share your masterpieces with just a few clicks.

**Highlights:** Split images into grid squares, Create panorama posts, User-friendly interface, Variety of grid options, Seamless social media integration

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Grids Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Twelve Week Subscription | $7.49 | per 3 months |
| One Year Grids Subscription | $9.99 | per year |
| One Week Subscription | $17.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited Grid Access | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Intuitive and efficient
- 💡 Helpful for creating Instagram grids
- 🔒 No ads or hidden costs
- 🎨 Customizable grid options

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Issues with image alignment on Instagram
- 💰 Subscription model may be too expensive for some users
- 🔒 Difficulty cancelling subscription

**Reported bugs**

- Restricted account issues on Instagram
- Inconsistent grid uploads on Instagram

**Requested features**

- Add dimensions/pixel information for Canva integration
- Improve customer support responsiveness
- Introduce more advanced grid layout options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Layout for Instagram・Inpreview free?

Layout for Instagram・Inpreview is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Grid free?

Grid is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Layout for Instagram・Inpreview or Grid?

Layout for Instagram・Inpreview is rated higher. Layout for Instagram・Inpreview averages 4.8 out of 5 from 8.3K ratings, while Grid averages 4.7 from 800 ratings.

### Do Layout for Instagram・Inpreview or Grid have ads?

Layout for Instagram・Inpreview shows ads; Grid does not.

### Which is updated more often, Layout for Instagram・Inpreview or Grid?

Layout for Instagram・Inpreview ships an update every 6 weeks, and Grid every 3 weeks. Most recently, Layout for Instagram・Inpreview was updated on October 28, 2026 and Grid on October 26, 2026.

---

*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*