225+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
The best instagram story animated apps on iPhone average 4.3★ across 225+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated October 2026.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.8★ (781) | Yes | Yes | Sep 2026 | |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.6★ (163) | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | 3.7★ (14) | Yes | Yes | Sep 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.4★ (562) | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.8★ (3.3K) | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.8★ (1.8K) | No | No | Oct 2026 | |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.6★ (6.7K) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 8 |  | Free | 4.5★ (5.7K) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 |
Create engaging Instagram Stories with over 100 animated templates. Easily add your videos and photos to customize designs for sharing with friends. This tool simplifies the process of making visually appealing stories.
Easily download and repost Instagram reels, photos, and videos. This app allows you to save your favorite content, split long videos into shorter clips for stories, and even create square-shaped photos without cropping. An ad-free version is also available.
Browse and save Instagram stories and highlights anonymously. Organize your favorite moments and ideas into unlimited collections. Easily download videos by copying their URLs.
