# Page 7 | Instagram Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Page 7 - Is Instagram the right Social Networking solution for you? Explore 5170 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/210721/Instagram/reviews --- Instagram 4.7 (5170) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/210721/Instagram/alternatives/) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated May 14th, 2026 # Page 7 - Reviews of Instagram ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 151-175 of 5170 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use ES Emilee S. Program Manager Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Instagram love!" May 5, 2025 5.0 My overall experience with instagram is always pretty positive. I’ve had an account since instagram first became an app and I love being able to share my life via pictures. Pros I love how easy it is to share pictures/videos in instagram. I also love I can create a post on instagram and automatically have it shared to my facebook account, too! Cons The thing I dislike most about instagram is the adds/suggestions. I feel like more and more I keep seeing ads or suggestions for things I do not like or feel are appropriate on my timeline. Review Source NH Nicole H. Verwaltung Security and Investigations Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Tolle App auch für Unternehmen zum werben" June 1, 2025 5.0 Pros Tolle Möglichkeit seine Bilder & videos für freunde und Familie und potentielle Kunden bzw. Mitarbeiter zur Schau zu stellen Cons Es passiert leider öfters bei Videoupload das die Synchronisation von Bild und Stimme im Video nicht mehr passt Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Manager Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Instagram for brand engagement , social media and reach to releavant audience from business community" December 19, 2024 5.0 overall experience was better than tiktok and this is best for businessses to increase the brand reach and also i have connect with multiple people and acocunts over instagram for business needs and received multiple enquires for our business from social media ads and this is the best platform for growing organically as well with low budget. Pros Instagram reels are the best for the brand engagement and increase the brand awareness and get the relevant target audiences Cons All the transition effects are not available on the desktop version and Sometimes after putting lots of hastags and relevant content and audio but still instagram is not giving us the best traction for each post. Switched from [TikTok](https://www.capterra.com/p/237591/TikTok/) tiktok is banned in india,that was the main reason we switched from tiktok and opted for instagram Review Source VR Veornica R. Assistant to CEO Real Estate Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Game Changer for Marketing" May 29, 2025 5.0 Overall we love being able to expand our business to reach new people with little to no cost. It is amazing. Pros I love how easy it is to share opportunities and how we get a chance to show everyone what our business has to offer Cons We dont love how complicated the algorithm is and how some things do very well and others dont get much reach Review Source RC Rutherford C. Graphics designer Graphic Design Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Instagram review good app" May 25, 2025 5.0 Instagram has been helping me a lot in terms of watching reels,skits,live stream etc. It also serve as marketplace for me because I do purchase Accesories from sellers there. Pros I like its beautiful and quality pictures and videos It always enjoy its live chat as it always friendly Cons It consumes more data Instagram may ban your account without any tangible evidence of violating their rules Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Gerente Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Instagram and the world of daily possibilities in our lives" January 11, 2025 5.0 I love using Instagram. It helps me professionally, as well as as a distraction from my daily life. Pros Connects me to the virtual world in every aspect Cons Unable to post status to just a group of people. Everyone sees what is posted Switched from [Facebook Apps and Tabs](https://www.capterra.com/p/160208/Facebook-Apps-and-Tabs/) Instagram has more tools and greater visibility for what I need Review Source KD Karina D. Dona Photography Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Gosto muito do Instagram " June 24, 2025 5.0 Adoro essa rede social, sou literalmente viciada, todos meus minutos livres, estou sempre conectada postando e rolando feed. Pros A facilidade de postar fotos e vídeos em tempo real e editados também, poder compartilhar com todos meus amigos lembranças incríveis que estou vivendo. Cons Poucas coisas contras, só falta de alguns tipos de filtros diferentes, e mais ferramentas de edição de fotos. Review Source AL ANDREW L. Coo Automotive Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Great Marketing Tool" July 6, 2025 5.0 All in all I am very pleased and will continue to use the app both on phone and web based application. Pros This is the next big app to take over the social media market. Very easy to use and bevoming more and more used Cons I find the app a bit clunky and difficult to use. May be easier to navigate for the younger generation Review Source Ricardo O. Chief Platforms Support Education Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "A ubiquitous visual experience, a perfect platform for visual communication with customers." December 27, 2024 5.0 Very positive experience as a brand. Sometimes we have to adapt and re-learn how to communicate effectively, but the availability of a platform that allows you to engage with customers visually and learn directly from them is a must these days. Instagram fills perfectly that need. Pros I'm writing this review from the point of view of an advertiser. Instagram is a window of opportunity with a broad and diverse global reach for brands that want exposure and a dialog with customers. For our company, Instagram is tremendous communication tool as we use it to showcase our educational offering in a visual manner while maintaining a controlled conversation with both actual and prospective clients. Cons Changes in the way the algorithm works can create havoc in long term planned campaigns... But these are our times, all platforms are always improving on this front and we need to constantly re-learn how to craft messages that are appealing to both humans and algorithms. Review Source EB Ethan B. Detailer Automotive Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Instagram review" July 30, 2025 5.0 Good but it needs a bit more work when it comes to what can and cannot be posted on there site as it is very random Pros I liked how I can integrate my Facebook with Instagram when I post my business posts as I don’t have to do it twice Cons I do not like how sometimes I see very disturbing videos and pictures that are horrible and inappropriate Review Source KC Keleigh C. Esthetician Cosmetics Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Insta or Finsta" June 5, 2025 4.0 Pros I like the ease of use, the array of different posts I see on my feed, and the use of messages. As a business owner it's also a very helpful tool to connect with people. Cons I don't like how censored it is and that it's owned by Facebook. Mark Zuck does not need to know everything about me Review Source MG Milagros G. Content creator Online Media Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Really love it" January 16, 2025 5.0 I liked so far. From being able to keep up to date with activities in my country, the artists I like, news from my country and the world, trends, etc. Pros It is an application that allows me to stay in touch with what is currently happening in the world and share my life through the networks with those who are far from me. Cons I understand that since we are currently with everything within reach of just one click, I can say that people have become desensitized and all comments (even bad ones) are commented on. Without thinking about what mental health position the other person is in. Review Source LM Luis M. Software developer Program Development Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Best social media for communities" January 25, 2025 5.0 Pros The best instant social network to share photos and moments with your community and friends. Cons Sometimes the algorithm is very abrupt in showing you content for simply doing a few searches on a given topic. Switched from [Facebook Apps and Tabs](https://www.capterra.com/p/160208/Facebook-Apps-and-Tabs/) Feels like Instagram is a Facebook replacement, even if both are from Meta, Instagram feels more valuable and with more life. Review Source LL Lindsay L. Social Media Manager Restaurants Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Simple App to Share Life " May 30, 2025 5.0 Instagram is fun app for sharing photos and videos, easy to use and good to keep up with friends or trends. Pros You can post stories, reels, and see what others doings, explore pages helps find new contents fast. Cons Algorithm sometimes shows too much random stuff and not enoughs from peoples you actuallys follows . Review Source Thais B. engenheira agronomo Farming Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "avaliação instagram" December 30, 2024 5.0 ótima ferramenta para relacionamentos, para compartilhar seu dia a dia e criar uma memória com fotos e vídeos e interagir com outras pessoas. Pros o instagram permite postar fotos e videos, adicionar filtros nas fotos, compartilhar conteúdos diversos, como fotos e vídeos. marcar pessoas nas fotos e vídeos. fazer live online ao vivo. utilizar como ferramenta de vendas online. e tbm para conhecer pessoas. Cons as vezes não entrega conteúdos postados com frequência que outras pessoas publicam, ou vice e versa. Switched from [Facebook Apps and Tabs](https://www.capterra.com/p/160208/Facebook-Apps-and-Tabs/) o instagram é mais rapido e entrega melhor as postagens Review Source EA Edilson A. autônomo Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "instagram for everyone" February 27, 2025 5.0 Instagram offers several advantages, such as an easy-to-use platform, excellent for those who want to share their lives or promote a business, as well as being an excellent channel for interaction and connection. However, it also presents challenges, such as negative psychological impacts, privacy and security issues, and a system that favors sponsored content over organic reach. Pros Easy to Use: Instagram is very intuitive. Interactivity: The platform allows for quick and diverse interactions Stories and Reels: The stories feature became popular because it is a more dynamic and ephemeral way of sharing moments. Global Connectivity: Instagram is a global platform. Cons Pressure for the Perfect Image, dependency and Addiction, Limited Organic reach, adoption of Copied Content, Shallow Content. Review Source Mildre Mercedes V. Profesora Higher Education Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Instagram hoy " May 14, 2025 4.0 La app es entretenida y con contenido diverso, pero debe ser más monitorizado lo que comentan y publican los usuarios. Pros Me gusta Instagram porque ha evolucionado de ser una aplicación para fotos a tener videos, fotos y estados. Cons Puedes encontrar muchas noticias falsas que a menudo pueden llevar a la desinformación. Review Source SF Sarah F. Photographer Media Production Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Complete Review on Instagram " April 17, 2025 4.0 The social media platform I prefer to showcase my work as a photographer is Instagram for potential client acquisition. Pros Instagram is first a professional and personal communication tool. Through Instagram, I receive more visitors to my portfolio and website Cons The money spent on boosting publications is just a waste of money according to me although the platform allows editing photos and adding background music. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Self-Employed Entertainment Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Used to be better" February 20, 2025 2.0 The app has had me addicted with short form content and low-brow media which is not conducive to a healthy lifestyle. Advertising is prevalent and intrusive, and undesirable content is routinely recommended. Pros There is a great deal of engaging content on the platform including entertainment and educational. Cons Despite the good content, there is also a great deal of low-effort, rage-bait, and sexually explicit content which pervades the platform and greatly degrades the user experience. Review Source CM Cammie M. Ecommerce and Graphic Design Manager Retail Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A tool everyone uses " April 15, 2025 5.0 It is a part of my every day life. Sometimes I love that and sometimes I don’t. Pros Easy to use. Can also be creative with it. Easy to search around and see what competitors are doing. Cons Sometimes the algorithms are hard to get out of. Review Source GT Gary T. Learning Architect Telecommunications Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Good for sharing, but spend time in the settings!" March 15, 2025 3.0 I use it on a personal level and enjoy using it share my journey through martial arts. I also like to use it to view content on topics I like by following hashtags and topics. Pros Sharing your updates is very easy to do, and the privacy options allow you to ensure only your followers can see your posts if needed. It is a simple and great way to share what is going on in your life, and find out more from others. Cons The ads are annoying, and also seeing suggested posts etc. It tries very hard to leech onto what you are viewing, which can be mislead at times. Also, it is very full of just random and rubbish things. Review Source DJ Daphnah J. Web Designer Design Used the software for: 2+ years ### "I use it both personally and profesionally" April 9, 2025 4.0 My overall experience with Instagram has been good. I use it both personally and for business. Personally, I get to stay in touch with my friends and professionally it is a good marketing tool. Pros What I like most about Instagram is finding interesting content. Cons What I like least about Instagram is that it is filled with suggestions of accounts and content that do not interest me. Review Source JD Jerry D. CEO Music Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "IG is doing the same as TikTok… Suppressing Black creators and businesses." April 10, 2025 3.0 Not impressed at all. The monetizing aspect are not consistent for smaller creators and businesses. Pros It’s ability to connect with others on a global scale. Cons Meta suppressing content black businesses and creators of color content. Switched from [Facebook Business Suite](https://www.capterra.com/p/235972/Facebook-Business-Suite/) I was forced to by meta. From the marketplace to the business suite. Review Source AT Angelica T. MANAGER Food & Beverages Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Una plataforma multigeneracional" March 14, 2025 5.0 Realmente me ha parecido una plataforma maravillo, tiene una amplia funcionabilidad y es fácil de usar puede ser usada como simplemente una plataforma social o como una plata forma de ventas y social. Pros Su dinámica de publicación y de mantener al día la información con las demás personas. Su forma de conectar la hacer una plataforma multigeneracional. Cons Que es muy cambiante en relaciona las políticas y a las formas como se maneja el algoritmo, toca constantemente indagar sobre como hacer mejor las publicaciones para que estén en sincronía con las actualizaciones del algoritmo. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer CMO Music Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Instagram your life" February 3, 2025 4.0 Overall it has been a satisfying experience Pros Instagram is a great social sharing platform Cons It has a confusing interface that makes it difficult to keep track of everyone's profile Review Source Similar Products Featured ## Send me user reviews about this product ### Fill out the form and we'll send a list of the top-rated software based on real user reviews directly to your inbox.