Instagram is the better app overall, scoring 8.6 to 8.2. Instagram wins on 3 of the 5 scores, Reddit on 2.
Creators and small shops who post photos and short videos
People who want advice, reviews and deep talk on one topic
Score by score
The details
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Category | Social Media & Creator Tools | Social Media & Creator Tools |
| Category rank | #3 of 17 | #12 of 17 |
| Developer | Meta | |
| Pricing | Free + paid plans | Free + paid plans |
| Usable for free | Yes | Yes |
| iPhone & iPad | ✓ | ✓ |
| Android | ✓ | ✓ |
| Web | ✓ | ✓ |
Common questions
Is Instagram better than Reddit?
Instagram is the better app overall, scoring 8.6 to 8.2. Instagram wins on 3 of the 5 scores, Reddit on 2.
Which is cheaper, Instagram or Reddit?
Instagram: Free with ads; optional Instagram Plus is $3.99 a month for Story and profile extras. Reddit: Free with ads; Reddit Premium is $5.99 a month on the web, $6.99 in the app. On value for money, Reddit scores higher.
Do Instagram and Reddit work on the same devices?
Yes, both run on iPhone & iPad, Android, Web.
Which is more private, Instagram or Reddit?
Reddit scores higher on privacy (6.6/10). The App Store label says identifiers and usage data may be used to track you. Other data, like location, search history and purchases, is listed as not linked to you. The free app shows ads.
Strengths and weaknesses
Instagram
- Huge audience for almost any topic
- Photos, video, Stories and chat in one app
- Strong free editing tools and music
- Feed is full of ads and suggested posts
- Collects a lot of data and tracks you
- Some Story and profile extras now cost $3.99 a month
Instagram is the all-rounder. You can post photos, carousels, Reels and Stories, go live and message friends in one app, and most of your friends are likely there already. Reels can run up to 20 minutes, but only Reels of three minutes or less get shown to new people. It is free, yet the feed is packed with ads and suggested posts, and Meta collects a lot of data about you.
Full Instagram review
Reddit
- Real answers from people who know the topic
- No followers needed for a post to do well
- You can post under a username, not your name
- Every community has its own rules
- Self-promotion is often not welcome
- Comments can be harsh
Reddit is where you go for honest answers from real people. Each community, called a subreddit, covers one topic, from homework help to a single video game. You do not need followers, because good posts rise on votes. The AI search sums up what people say about almost anything. It is free with ads. Every community has its own rules, so read them before you post.
Full Reddit review
