grids ☆
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Description:
Instagram desktop application
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 8.5.8@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @gridsapp  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Productivity
Tags: instagram social-media desktop-app productivity macos
Install: brew install --cask grids
About:
Grids is a premium desktop application that provides a native Instagram experience on macOS. It offers a clean, distraction-free interface with features like multi-account support, media viewing, and direct messaging. The app focuses on delivering a streamlined browsing experience outside of a web browser.
Key Features:
  • Native macOS application with a clean, minimal interface
  • Support for multiple Instagram accounts
  • Direct messaging and story viewing capabilities
  • Full-size photo and video viewing
Use Cases:
  • Managing Instagram accounts from a desktop environment
  • Browsing Instagram feed without browser distractions
  • Responding to DMs from a computer keyboard
Alternatives:
  • Instagram Web – Free but limited features and browser-based
  • Buffer – Focuses on scheduling and analytics rather than browsing
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Sep 15, 2025 12:16pm 8.5.8 0 VERSION_BUMP 478f4479
Aug 5, 2025 2:19pm 8.5.8 0 VERSION_BUMP 69be7705
Jul 9, 2024 10:12pm 8.5.8 0 VERSION_BUMP f4d9a611
Apr 16, 2023 7:11am 8.5.3 0 VERSION_BUMP 9894904c
Apr 14, 2023 4:04am 8.5.2 0 VERSION_BUMP 995ef3bf
Mar 26, 2023 6:28am 8.5.1 0 VERSION_BUMP c3bdeef2
Mar 19, 2023 10:14pm 8.5 0 VERSION_BUMP f51b76b6
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