10 Best Apps for Downloading Instagram Videos
Instagram is a popular platform for sharing photos and videos, with over a billion users worldwide. It allows you to explore content from users across the globe.
Sometimes, you might come across a video you’d like to download. However, not all videos on Instagram are downloadable, and those downloaded directly through the app often include a watermark displaying the uploader’s account name.
Thankfully, third-party apps make it possible to download Instagram videos without watermarks. Here’s a list of the best apps for downloading Instagram videos, curated by Carisinyal.
1. Video Downloader - InShot
The first app on the list is Video Downloader, developed by InShot Inc., a renowned name in video editing applications. As the name suggests, this app allows you to download a variety of videos from the internet.
Although it is not specialized for downloading videos from Instagram, it can download them very well. You can also rename the downloaded file before the download process begins.
One standout aspect of this app is its main page, which includes shortcuts to popular websites like Instagram, TikTok, X, and more. Additionally, it functions like a browser, enabling you to open multiple websites simultaneously in tabbed windows.
What I like most about this app is the Private Folder feature. This secure folder lets you store downloaded files safely, protected by a PIN. With this, you don’t have to worry about others accessing your private downloads.
What I like about Video Downloader:
- Ability to download videos from various websites.
- Option to rename files before starting the download process.
- Supports opening multiple tabs simultaneously.
- Includes a Private Folder feature for secure storage.
- Displays minimal and non-intrusive ads.
2. Video Downloader - Story Saver
Next is the Video Downloader - Story Saver app by ETM Video Downloader, also known as InSaver. As the name suggests, this app is designed specifically for downloading Instagram content, including Reels and Stories.
When you copy a link from Instagram, the app automatically detects it and begins the download process without any additional steps required. You can view your downloaded files later on the download history page.
One unique feature of this app is its ability to extract music from the videos you download. This allows you to save your favorite tunes from Reels or other videos.
The app also lets you log in to your Instagram account. Once logged in, you can download videos you’ve liked or saved directly.
In the free version, you’re allowed up to three batch downloads, enabling you to download multiple videos, photos, or stories from Highlights simultaneously. For unlimited downloads, you’ll need to upgrade to the premium version.
What I like about Video Downloader - Story Saver:
- Automatically processes copied links for quick downloads.
- Offers a feature to extract music and songs from videos.
- Includes a list of accounts frequently downloading videos.
- Batch download available for photos, videos, and highlights.
- Allows access to more content on private Instagram accounts after logging in.
3. Video Downloader & Story Saver
The name of this app is similar to the previous one. But when you open it, it has the name Rposty, as well as the name on the icon. This app was developed by Video Downloader & Fast Saver.
What I like most about this app is its clean and user-friendly design. The menus and buttons are easy to navigate, and the minimal display of ads ensures a smooth experience.
Downloading videos is straightforward: simply press the “+” icon at the bottom, paste the copied link, and start downloading. You can even repost the downloaded video directly to Instagram.
Another convenient feature is the "Frequently Visited" section, which displays accounts you often download from, making it quicker to revisit and download more videos from those accounts.
What I like about Video Downloader & Story Saver:
- Clean and tidy interface.
- Minimal ads for a seamless experience.
What to be considered about Video Downloader & Story Saver:
- Lacks the extensive features offered by other apps, though it’s sufficient for simple video downloads.
4. Video Downloader For Instagram
The next app is Video Downloader for Instagram, developed by Color Sky Studio. It’s also known as All Video Downloader due to its ability to download videos from various websites, including Instagram.
Similar to the Video Downloader app by InShot, this app features a Secure Folder to safely store downloaded files. Accessing this folder requires entering a PIN, ensuring your privacy.
Additionally, the app allows you to open multiple tabs and rename your downloaded files for better organization. Another useful feature is its ability to convert videos into audio files.
What I like about Video Downloader For Instagram:
- Can download videos from various websites.
- Includes a Secure Folder feature for safe storage.
- Supports opening multiple tabs.
- Can convert videos into audio.
What I don't like about Video Downloader For Instagram:
- The interface feels “cluttered” due to the many ads.
5. Video Downloader & Story Saver
Video Downloader & Story Saver, created by Photo & Video Downloader, Story Saver Studio, is also known as INS Downloader, with "INS" likely referring to Instagram.
Unlike other apps, this one asks a few initial questions when you first open it, such as your purpose for using Instagram and your interests. These questions seem aimed at providing personalized content recommendations.
Downloading Instagram videos is straightforward: the app automatically detects and processes the links you’ve copied. You can also download Stories, but you’ll need to log in to your Instagram account first.
What makes this app unique is that it allows you to download cover videos used for Reels, a feature not found in other apps on this list.
The app also offers an audio extraction feature, though when I tried it, I was directed to download another app. Some other features are available if you're logged into Instagram.
What I like about Video Downloader & Story Saver:
- It includes a feature to download video covers.
What I don't like about Video Downloader & Story Saver:
- The interface feels “cluttered” due to the many ads.
- Some features are only accessible after logging into Instagram.
6. Insget - Video & Story Saver
The next app I recommend is Insget, developed by Spaple. When you first use the app, you’re given the option to choose a theme color for the interface, making it more personalized and comfortable to use.
The overall experience is similar to using the Rposty app: the interface is clean and tidy, with minimal ads, making it very easy to navigate.
The features it offers are fairly standard, focusing mainly on downloading Instagram Reels videos. You can either paste the video link manually or let the app automatically detect the link from your clipboard.
For additional features, you'll need to subscribe to the premium version. These features include adding favorite Instagram profiles, downloading Stories and audio, opening Instagram profiles directly in the app, and batch downloading.
What I like about Insget:
- Clean and uncluttered look.
- Minimal ads for a smooth experience.
- Option to choose a theme for its appearance.
What I don't like about Insget:
- Most features are only available to premium users.
7. Download Video from Instagram
This app, created by Video Downloader for All, is also known as IG Downloader. Like other apps, it processes the copied link directly and saves the downloaded content to the download page.
What sets this app apart is its ability to repost, copy captions, and copy hashtags from the downloaded videos. Additionally, it includes a built-in browser that lets you browse Instagram directly within the app.
However, while you can download videos without logging into Instagram, there are occasional download failures. To address this, the app offers a Pro version, which guarantees 99% download success and is ad-free.
What I like about Download Video from Instagram:
- Can copy captions and hashtags from downloaded videos.
- Includes a browser to browse Instagram directly within the app.
What I don't like about Download Video from Instagram:
- The interface feels a bit cluttered due to the many ads.
8. Video Downloader, Story Saver
The next app is Video Downloader, Story Saver, created by Videolife, also known as Insta Downloader. When you first open the app, you’ll receive a tutorial on how to download Instagram videos using it.
The app has a clean and neat appearance, with minimal ads, making it easy to use. However, to download videos, you are required to log in to your Instagram account first.
While this may seem inconvenient to some, logging in allows you to easily download Reels or Story videos that you like.
What I like about Video Downloader, Story Saver:
- The interface looks very neat.
- There are not many ads.
What I don't like about Video Downloader, Story Saver:
- Requires logging in to download videos.
9. InstSaver: Video Downloader
InstSaver (also known as ItSaver) is an Instagram video downloader app created by Video Downloader & Photo Downloader & Saver. Similar to other apps, it requires you to log in to Instagram first if you want to download videos.
Once logged in, you can browse Instagram using the built-in browser. In the browser, you can search for Reels or Stories that you like and download them directly.
You can also manually paste copied links, but logging in is required for the download. All downloaded videos are saved on the download page.
What I like about InstSaver:
- There is a browser feature to browse Instagram directly within the app.
What I don't like about InstSaver:
- Requires logging into Instagram to download videos.
10. Video Downloader for Instagram
Finally, there's Video Downloader for Instagram, created by Photo and Video Applications, also known as FastSave. When I opened the app, it felt more like a browser than a dedicated Instagram video downloader.
The app features menus typically found in browsers, such as bookmarks, incognito mode, and others. The main page offers shortcuts not only to Instagram but also to other popular websites.
Despite its browser-like design, this app does a good job of downloading Instagram videos. It can detect and process links copied directly to the clipboard, and the downloaded videos are saved to a dedicated page.
However, my least favorite aspect of this app is the ads. Almost every time you press a button, an ad appears. Compared to the other apps on this list, the ads in FastSave are numerous enough to test my patience.
What I like about Video Downloader for Instagram:
- Includes browser-like features.
- Can download videos from various websites.
What I don't like about Video Downloader for Instagram:
- There are too many ads, which can be frustrating.
Now, you don’t need to be confused anymore if you want to download photos and videos from Instagram. These apps make it really easy to download them. Some of them even allow you to repost other people's Instagram photos or videos.