Instagram vs. Snapchat
Are you torn between Instagram and Snapchat and unsure which to use? Do you want to know which one provides the best user interface (UI)? Welcome to the right place! Here, we'll provide an unbiased comparison of both apps' UI.
Login and Signup
Both apps require you to download them from the app store or play store, then sign up for an account using your email or phone number. You can also sign up or log in with your Facebook or Google account.
Home Screen
When it comes to the home screen, Instagram has a cleaner and less cluttered interface than Snapchat. Unlike Snapchat, which starts with the camera, Instagram's home screen shows your feed, your stories, and the explore page. The explore page shows you other people's posts, and it uses algorithms to show you content tailored to your interests.
On the other hand, Snapchat's home screen focuses solely on the camera, with a quick access button to your chat, map, and story sections in the top left corner.
Filter and Lenses
Both applications use filters, but Snapchat takes the cake when it comes to the variety and quality of the filters and lenses. Snapchat has over 1,500 filters that you can use to turn your face into a dog, a deer, or even a taco. Moreover, Snapchat's filters and lenses are updated almost every week, which makes the app's UI more interesting.
Instagram, however, has fewer filters, but they're more focused on editing and enhancing the picture or video's quality. They also launched the new "reels" feature, where users can create short-form videos with various music, text, and effects.
Stories
Instagram stories have similar features to Snapchat's stories, such as filters, text, and locations. But Instagram has a more polished UI, with its clean and straightforward fonts, whilst Snapchat uses larger typography and font sizes. However, Snapchat's stories separate business and personal accounts, making it easier to use if you want to keep your accounts separate.
User Engagement
In terms of user engagement, Instagram is more suitable if you want to create a public image. Instagram provides more engagement options, such as the ability to like, comment, save, and share other people's posts. Instagram has a more significant user base, with over 1 billion active monthly users.
On the other hand, Snapcat is more for private communication. It has a more discreet UI with a smaller user base of around 500 million active monthly users. Snapchat used to provide Snapchat Streak as a way of promoting user engagement, but this feature has recently ended.
Conclusion
Although both interfaces are good, they target different audiences. Instagram is best for public engagement, while Snapchat is more for private conversations. When it comes to user interfaces, Instagram has a more polished and cleaner interface, while Snapchat's filters and lenses are more fun and engaging.