Comparison

GRIDS Post maker for Instagram vs Grid Maker Photo Layout

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

GRIDS Post maker for Instagram

Easily create cohesive social media designs for Instagram and TikTok. Plan layouts, design video covers, build seamless carousels, and use ready-made templates for reels and short-form videos to produce polished content.

Highlights
  • Plan Instagram layouts
  • Seamless carousel maker
  • Instagram collages and layouts
  • Templates for posts and stories
  • Reels and TikTok templates
  • Custom video covers
  • Advanced photo editor
Features
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Instagram & TikTok design made easy. Grids is your go-to tool to easily manage your social media design - create cohesive Instagram layouts, design video covers, build seamless carousel posts, and use ready-made templates for reels and TikTok videos. Whether you’re a creator, brand, or small business, Grids helps you turn photos and videos into polished content for your feed, stories, and short-form videos. PLAN YOUR INSTAGRAM LAYOUT Use Grids to plan your Instagram layout with precision. Drag and drop photos into templates for Instagram - including post templates, templates for stories, and templates for reels. Create clean, on-brand Instagram design with auto-sliced photo grids, carousel posts, and high-quality layouts. Grids splits images for Instagram grids and publishes them in the right order - no manual work needed. SEAMLESS CAROUSEL MAKER With the seamless carousel post tool, you can split any photo or design into 2 to 10 perfectly aligned frames. The result is a fluid scrolling experience that grabs attention. These Instagram layouts are ideal for storytelling, portfolio spreads, tutorials, or simply adding a wow factor to your feed. INSTAGRAM COLLAGES & LAYOUTS Design unique photo collages by combining images, videos, stickers, and text. The flexible layout editor lets you adjust every frame - whether you’re building a minimalist grid or a creative spread. These layouts work for posts, stories, and even reels previews, giving you full control over your Instagram visual. TEMPLATES FOR POSTS & STORIES Access a rich collection of customizable templates for Instagram posts and stories. Add your own photos, adjust fonts, apply filters, and insert stickers or effects to personalize each template. Whether you’re working on a carousel post, reels teaser, or daily story, you’ll find an Instagram template that fits your content and helps you stay visually consistent. REELS & TIKTOK TEMPLATES Create scroll-stopping reels with our built-in reels maker. Choose from viral TikTok templates or Instagram reels templates, add text, effects, and music — then publish in minutes. Whether you’re a content creator or a brand, these short-form video tools help you create reels that stand out and drive engagement. CUSTOM COVERS FOR REELS & TIKTOKS Make your reels and TikToks stand out at first glance with custom video covers. Use the photo editor to design scroll-stopping freeze frames that match your Instagram layout or brand style. Add filters, stickers, text, and effects to create bold, consistent thumbnails that boost clicks and keep your grid looking sharp. Ideal for creators who want their short videos to look just as good paused as they do in motion. ADVANCED PHOTO EDITOR Design your content from scratch using powerful editing tools. Choose from a variety of fonts, filters, effects, and stickers to shape your content exactly how you want it. Ideal for users who want more than templates - this editor supports full creative freedom for Instagram layout perfection. BACKGROUND & OBJECT REMOVER Enhance your content with smart editing tools like background remover and object eraser. You can easily swap backgrounds, eliminate visual distractions, and create cleaner, more professional images for posts, stories, and reels. Perfect for polishing product shots, collages, or TikTok template visuals. TRIAL & SUBSCRIPTION TERMS Start Grids Pro with a free 3-day trial. Once the trial is over, you’ll be charged a weekly or an annual subscription fee. Grids PRO will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can go to your Settings > iTunes Account & App Store > Apple ID > Subscriptions to manage your subscription and turn auto-renew off. Your iTunes Account will be charged when the purchase is confirmed. Privacy Policy: https://wndr11.cy/files/Privacy_Policy.pdf Terms of Use: https://wndr11.cy/files/Terms_of_Use.pdf

About

Grid Maker Photo Layout

Plan and enhance your Instagram feed with powerful photo editing and a unique grid-splitting tool. Preview your feed's aesthetic before posting to maintain a cohesive visual theme and captivate followers.

Highlights
  • Powerful photo editing tools
  • Split photos into nine grid parts
  • Customizable grid layouts
  • Feed preview functionality
  • Seamless Instagram sharing
Features
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Introducing Grid Maker: Feed Preview, a powerful iOS application designed to enhance your Instagram experience. With Grid Maker, you can effortlessly create stunning photo edits and strategically plan the visual layout of your Instagram feed. Are you tired of trying to find the perfect filter or edit for your photos? Look no further. Grid Maker provides a wide range of creative tools and filters, allowing you to transform your images into captivating masterpieces. But Grid Maker doesn't stop at photo editing. It takes your Instagram game to the next level with its unique Grid Maker feature. This innovative tool divides your chosen photo into nine distinct parts, seamlessly creating a harmonious grid on your Instagram page. Now, you can strategically plan your posts and maintain a cohesive visual theme that will leave your followers in awe. Customization is key, and Grid Maker understands that. With our app, you have complete control over the arrangement and organization of your Instagram page. Effortlessly rearrange your grid, experiment with different layouts, and preview how your feed will look before posting. You no longer have to worry about a single photo disrupting the overall aesthetic of your profile. Here are some key features of Grid Maker: Feed Preview: Powerful Photo Editing: Enhance your images with a wide range of fonts, effects, and editing tools. Unleash your creativity and make your photos stand out. Grid Maker: Divide your images into nine parts, creating a visually appealing grid on your Instagram page. Plan your posts strategically and maintain a cohesive feed. Customizable Grid: Easily rearrange your grid, experiment with different layouts, and find the perfect arrangement that suits your unique style. Feed Preview: Get a sneak peek of how your feed will look with the upcoming posts. Ensure a consistent visual theme and captivate your followers with an engaging profile. Seamless Integration: Share your split photos to Instagram with one click with Grid Maker. Say goodbye to tedious manual uploads. Grid Maker: Feed Preview is a must-have tool for every Instagram enthusiast, content creator, or social media marketer. Elevate your Instagram profile to new heights with stunning edits, visually striking grids, and an unparalleled level of customization. Download Grid Maker now and unlock the full potential of your Instagram feed! DISCLAIMER: App is not affiliated with Instagram, Inc. Instagram™ is Instagram’s trademark. App doesn't make any changes to the original Instagram app. The application includes an auto-renewing subscription. You can benefit from all the contents of the application as a weekly, monthly or annual subscription. It costs $4.99 per week, $9.99 per month and $59.99 per year. You can cancel at any time from the Subscriptions section of your device. Privacy Policy: https://www.cemarda.net/grids-collage-maker/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://www.cemarda.net/grids-collage-maker/terms-of-use

Screenshots

GRIDS Post maker for Instagram4 screens
Grid Maker Photo Layout4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: GRIDS Post maker for Instagram at free with in-app purchases against Grid Maker Photo Layout's subscription. GRIDS Post maker for Instagram also leads on ratings volume (32K vs 199) and chart position (#140 vs unranked). Grid Maker Photo Layout's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 81%). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. GRIDS Post maker for Instagram sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Grid Maker Photo Layout sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

GRIDS Post maker for Instagram holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GRIDS Post maker for Instagram has 32K ratings behind it against 199, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 81% of GRIDS Post maker for Instagram's written reviews are positive against 100% of Grid Maker Photo Layout's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GRIDS Post maker for Instagram ships an update fortnightly, Grid Maker Photo Layout every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
GRIDS Post maker for Instagram versus Grid Maker Photo Layout: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGRIDS Post maker for InstagramGrid Maker Photo Layout
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (32K ratings) — better4.4 (199 ratings)
Positive reviews81.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings32K — better199
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
Best chart rank#140 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size407 MB159 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWONDERJody Fortuin

Customer experience

GRIDS Post maker for Instagram

All ratings31,661 ratings
Positive90.3%
Neutral4.7%
Negative5.0%
Written reviews2,971 reviews
Positive81.0%
Neutral6.9%
Negative12.1%

Grid Maker Photo Layout

All ratings199 ratings
Positive83.4%
Neutral5.5%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

GRIDS Post maker for Instagram

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Blurry image quality when uploading
  • Inconsistent behavior when adding new posts
  • Difficulty canceling or managing subscriptions

Requested features

5 requests
  • Allow saving of work in progress
  • Improve grid alignment and orientation
  • Add more design templates and stickers
  • Provide better explanation of features
  • Improve support and communication

Grid Maker Photo Layout

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

13 purchases

GRIDS Post maker for Instagram

Subscriptions12
  • Weekly Plan3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Image splitter - Split photos3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Weekly Plan3 Days trial$5.997 Days
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  • Monthly Plan$5.991 Month
  • Weekly Plan3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Weekly Plan7 Days trial$8.997 Days
  • Weekly Plan3 Days trial$8.997 Days
  • Weekly Plan$8.997 Days
  • Yearly Plan$29.991 Year
  • Yearly Plan$35.991 Year
  • Yearly Plan3 Days trial$40.991 Year
  • Yearly Plan3 Days trial$45.991 Year
One-time1
  • Remove Ads$1.99
8 purchases

Grid Maker Photo Layout

Subscriptions7
  • Monthly PRO$4.991 Month
  • PRO3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Grids Monthly PRO$4.991 Month
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  • Weekly PRO$8.997 Days
  • Grids Weekly PRO$8.997 Days
  • Yearly PRO$19.991 Year
  • Free Trial PRO3 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Photo Grid Pro Lifetime$29.99

Questions

Is GRIDS Post maker for Instagram free?
GRIDS Post maker for Instagram is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Grid Maker Photo Layout free?
Grid Maker Photo Layout is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, GRIDS Post maker for Instagram or Grid Maker Photo Layout?
GRIDS Post maker for Instagram is rated higher. GRIDS Post maker for Instagram averages 4.6 out of 5 from 32K ratings, while Grid Maker Photo Layout averages 4.4 from 199 ratings.
Do GRIDS Post maker for Instagram or Grid Maker Photo Layout have ads?
Neither GRIDS Post maker for Instagram nor Grid Maker Photo Layout shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GRIDS Post maker for Instagram or Grid Maker Photo Layout?
GRIDS Post maker for Instagram ships an update fortnightly, and Grid Maker Photo Layout every 3 weeks. Most recently, GRIDS Post maker for Instagram was updated on October 19, 2026 and Grid Maker Photo Layout on October 17, 2026.

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