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Reels research

Find the Reels that earned the most views.

Trendlyst helps creators and marketers rank Instagram Reels by views so the best-performing ideas rise to the top quickly.

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Trendlyst sorting Instagram Reels by view count to spot top-performing content
  • Sort Reels by views
  • Find reach outliers
  • Export top Reels
  • Transcribe video scripts

Start with the strongest signal for Reels

View count is often the fastest way to find reach outliers in a Reels grid.

  • Sort a Reels tab from highest views to lowest views.
  • Pick how many items to collect before sorting.
  • Keep useful metrics visible directly on the Instagram grid.

Study why the winners worked

After sorting, inspect captions, hashtags, cadence, engagement, and transcript context.

  • Open Reels analytics for summary metrics and patterns.
  • Export sorted results to CSV or spreadsheet workflows.
  • Transcribe selected Reels when the spoken hook or script matters.

Put it to work

  • Find a competitor's breakout Reels before making a content brief.
  • Identify which topics or hooks repeatedly earn high views.
  • Build a research swipe file from sorted Reels.
  • Prioritize videos for transcription and deeper analysis.

Build a complete workflow with our Instagram research features, or compare Instagram research tools before choosing.

Common questions

Can I sort another creator's Reels by views?

Trendlyst works on supported public Instagram profile pages through your browser. You are responsible for using the results lawfully and respecting platform and content-owner rights.

Can I export the sorted Reels?

Yes. Trendlyst can export sorted content data to CSV and spreadsheet-friendly formats for reporting and analysis.

Why do some Reels have missing metrics?

Trendlyst can only use data that is available to your browser session. If Instagram does not expose a metric for an item, the page may show a fallback or place that item after richer results.

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