5 Apps to Bring Your Instagram Game to a New Level
In need of ideas of how to make every Instagram post worthy of a million likes? We’ve got that sorted for you. From creative story ideas to unique Instagram posts, there’s so much more you can do with Instagram growth tools, with just a few extra downloads!
While Instagram has a lot of in-app features, there’s so much that can be done with the help of a few external tools. But, we know it can be a little overwhelming to find the best apps for your brand. If you’re worried about finding the best Instagram tools for marketing your brand, don’t worry! We’ve got you covered with this list of some of our faves. You can analyze your audience, create collages, and let your creativity flow while still maintaining engaging content.
In this blog, we’re sharing five free Instagram tools to help create engaging content—and yes, you might recognize one or two!
For your feed: Planoly
Planoly allows you to visually map out all your posts, allowing you to have a cohesive, organized feed. You can drag and drop upcoming posts to ensure that the order is juuuuuuust right! Plus, you can link your Instagram, meaning you can organize and post your feed all in-app. As far as Instagram scheduling tools, we are definitely big fans of this one!
Download Planoly for iOS here. Download Planoly for Android here.
For your inner film producer: Life Lapse
Not to toot our own horn, but we think this app might just be our favorite. 😉 Life Lapse allows you to create professional-grade stop motion videos, right from your mobile device! You can adjust playback speed, effects, and add filters and music to your video, entirely in-app. This is a great Instagram tool for influencers, small businesses, and creative spirits alike. You can check the hashtag #LifeLapse on Instagram to get some inspo.
Download Life Lapse for iOS or Android here.
For your stories: StoryLuxe
StoryLuxe is your savior when it comes to bringing a little funk to your Instagram stories! With different templates, backdrops, and branding tools, you can bring strong elements of graphic design to your work— all from the comfort of your phone. Looking for inspiration on how to take advantage of StoryLuxe’s features? Check out our guide on how to build a brand online through Instagram stories. Stories are a great way to create value for your product or brand through visuals!
Download StoryLuxe for iOS here.
For your creativity: SCRL
SCRL helps you to put your photos at the forefront. You can create original collages, layer pictures, or work from pre-made templates. Our favorite feature? SCRL shows you where to split images if you’re looking to split a single photo over several posts in your feed. Stunning visuals are definitely at the forefront with SCRL!
Download SCRL for iOS here.
For your business: Command
Aside from the ability to plan and schedule your posts, Command allows you to break down your Instagram analytics and gain insight as to what exactly is resonating with your audience. While there are many social media management tools available for businesses, we love Command because it’s tailored to analyzing Instagram data for influencers and smaller audiences. It even recommends places where you can improve. The best part, in our opinion, is the personalized hashtag recommendations— perfect if you’re keen to gain a larger audience!
Download Command for iOS here.
Have you tried any of these free Instagram tools? Let us know in the comments below. And don’t forget to follow us on Instagram at @lifelapse_app to get more ideas to get your creative juices flowing! ✨
