# GradeUp vs Insta

The clearest difference is review sentiment: GradeUp at 80% against Insta's 0%. GradeUp also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (235 vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GradeUp sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year and Insta sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

GradeUp holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GradeUp has 235 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of GradeUp's written reviews are positive against 0% of Insta's.

GradeUp ships an update every 2 weeks, Insta every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GradeUp | Insta |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (235 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gradeup-homework-scanner/id1615750260/reviews)** | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/insta-grading/id6756520892/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **235** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **80.4% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 151 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 18.5 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PIXELCELL.LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1639061354) | [E&E Technology LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1861141326) |

## What reviewers say

### GradeUp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gradeup-homework-scanner/id1615750260)

This app uses AI to scan and organize homework and test papers. It can remove handwritten notes, solve math problems with step-by-step solutions, and organize incorrect answers for focused revision. It supports multiple subjects and allows exporting and printing scanned documents.

**Highlights:** AI-powered scanning, Handwriting removal, Step-by-step problem solutions, Organize incorrect answers, Multi-subject support, Export and print documents

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| HomeworkScanner Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| HomeworkScanner Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| HomeworkScanner Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| HomeworkScanner Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| HomeworkScanner Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| HomeworkScanner Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| GradeUp Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| GradeUp Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| GradeUp Premium | $39.99 | per year |


### Insta

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/insta-grading/id6756520892)

This app allows educators to quickly scan and grade paper worksheets using their mobile device. It automates the grading process, providing instant results and a clear overview of student submissions, reducing manual effort and paperwork.

**Highlights:** Scan paper worksheets with phone, Automatic answer detection and grading, Instant results viewing, Side-by-side submission review, Classroom-focused interface

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Scans | $4.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Scans | $39.99 | per year |
| 100 Scans | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GradeUp free?

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

### Is Insta free?

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

### Which has better reviews, GradeUp or Insta?

GradeUp is rated higher. GradeUp averages 4.7 out of 5 from 235 ratings, while Insta averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do GradeUp or Insta have ads?

Neither GradeUp nor Insta shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GradeUp or Insta?

GradeUp ships an update every 2 weeks, and Insta every 3 weeks. Most recently, GradeUp was updated on October 16, 2026 and Insta on October 15, 2026.

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