# Layout for Instagram vs PhotoGrid

The clearest difference is rating: Layout for Instagram at 4.8 against PhotoGrid's 1.0. Layout for Instagram also leads on ratings volume (7.2K vs 1) and chart position (#207 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Layout for Instagram sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $24.99 per year and PhotoGrid sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Layout for Instagram holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Layout for Instagram has 7.2K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Layout for Instagram ships an update every 3 weeks, PhotoGrid every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Layout for Instagram | PhotoGrid |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (7.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/layout-for-instagram-collage/id6444677940/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photogrid-layout/id6447568653/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7.2K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 70.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#207** | — |
| Size | 250 MB | 39 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shamble, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1625705082) | [Jaydip Patoliya](https://appshunter.io/developer/1669250965) |

## What reviewers say

### Layout for Instagram

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/layout-for-instagram-collage/id6444677940)

**Currently charting:** #207 Top Free · Photo & Video (US App Store)

Create stunning Instagram posts and Stories with this intuitive photo editor. Remix photos into collages, apply filters, and add text or stickers. Save your edits as recipes for future use.

**Highlights:** Photo collage creation, Instagram Story templates, Photo editing tools (crop, rotate, flip), 100+ filters, Adjustable photo details, Watermark and text addition, Sticker and overlay decoration

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Photo Layout Pro | $24.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to navigate
- 👍 Useful for creating collages
- 👍 Great layout features
- 👍 Flexible and customizable
- 👍 Simple to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- 💰 Many premium features
- 🔍 Difficult to find specific photos
- 📺 Intrusive ads even with subscription
- 🔍 Tedious to scroll through layouts

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes with any image
- Difficulty unsubscribing
- Incompatible with older devices

**Requested features**

- Alphabetical album search
- More free layout options
- Ability to place photos precisely
- Dark mode
- Better organization and search


### PhotoGrid

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photogrid-layout/id6447568653)

Create stunning photo collages and edit images with a variety of layouts, stickers, and text options. Features include grid and freestyle collages, one-tap templates, and a unique tree photo collage design. Easily share your creations on social media.

**Highlights:** Grid & Freestyle Collage Maker, One-Tap Layouts, Trendy Stickers & Emojis, Creative Text Editor, Tree Photo Collage, Adjustable Layout Tools, Easy Social Sharing

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $9.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Subscription | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Layout for Instagram free?

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

### Is PhotoGrid free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Layout for Instagram or PhotoGrid?

Layout for Instagram is rated higher. Layout for Instagram averages 4.8 out of 5 from 7.2K ratings, while PhotoGrid averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Layout for Instagram or PhotoGrid have ads?

Both Layout for Instagram and PhotoGrid show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Layout for Instagram or PhotoGrid?

Layout for Instagram ships an update every 3 weeks, and PhotoGrid every 6 weeks. Most recently, Layout for Instagram was updated on November 4, 2026 and PhotoGrid on November 3, 2026.

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