20/11/2023
Hello there, how's everyone doing ? π
Have you ever wondered if Instagram carousels or Reels perform better? π€
We all know that in 2022, Instagram underwent significant changes, placing a spotlight on video content, particularly Reels. However, a later announcement by Instagram head Adam Mosseri hinted at a shift back towards prioritizing photos. This prompted Hootsuite to conduct a 3-week experiment comparing the performance of carousels and Reels, and here are the results ! π
Week 1: Carousels 1, Reels 1 π
Carousels got more likes and saves, but Reels had a broader reach. Excitement for video content might've boosted Reels! π
Week 2: Carousels 2, Reels 0 π
Carousels ruled with more likes and broader reach. Interesting twist! π
Week 3: Carousels 2, Reels 0 π
Carousels continued to shine with more likes and reaching more people. Consistency is key! π
Bonus Experiment: Boosting a Post π
Carousels had better reach, but Reels got more profile activity. Both ads brought more eyes to the content! π
Conclusion: Carousels Win! π
After three weeks of testing, carousels earned 5 points, while Reels only earned 1 point. The analysis of likes, engagement, and reach consistently favored carousels over Reels. But remember, it depends on your content and audience π¨π§‘
In the end :
π Just make content you love!
π₯ Don't spend hours on Reels; keep it interesting and fun!
π Think of your content as user-generated!
π Regularly check metrics to understand what resonates with your audience.
π Let's keep experimenting and creating awesome content! πͺβ¨