#metal — Instagram Hashtag Analysis

With 76.7M total posts and 8.9K new posts daily, #metal is a very high-competition hashtag (score: 100/100). Average posts get 1.4K likes and 37 comments.

Popular Hashtags for #metal

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#rock	76.7M	8.9K	1.4K	100	50
#music	504.2M	83.6K	2.1K	100	46
#heavymetal	13.0M	2.0K	2.0K	100	61
#metalhead	11.2M	1.2K	1.8K	100	58
#deathmetal	7.0M	1.1K	1.1K	100	63

Related Hashtags to #metal

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#guitar	57.4M	6.4K	1.3K	100	59
#metalmusic	4.1M	1.4K	1.1K	100	44
#punk	23.4M	2.2K	2.7K	100	57
#blackmetal	6.3M	737	604	100	33
#metalcore	4.8M	1.1K	2.7K	100	73

Similar Hashtags to #metal

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#heavymetal	13.0M	2.0K	2.0K	100	61
#metalhead	11.2M	1.2K	1.8K	100	58
#deathmetal	7.0M	1.1K	1.1K	100	63
#blackmetal	6.3M	737	604	100	33
#metalmusic	4.1M	1.4K	1.1K	100	44

Hashtag Cloud

#art #livemusic #thrashmetal #band #goth #hardrock #alternative #concert #rocknroll #guitarist #musician #metalband #photography #live #gothic #rockmusic #love #emo #deathcore #artist #metalheads #drums #grunge #dark #design #singer #newmusic #numetal #bass #metallica #vinyl #concertphotography #punkrock #fyp #musica #doommetal #guitarplayer #gothgirl #metalgirl #alt #steel #festival #thrash #metalwork #drummer #pop #instagood #powermetal #rockandroll #progressivemetal #alternativegirl #welding #handmade #metalart #black #instagram #headbanger #photooftheday #aesthetic #instamusic #rockband #spotify #grindcore #gig #artwork #vinylcollection #guitarsolo #s #tattoo #heavymetalmusic #fashion #darkart #cover #musicphotography #extrememetal #fabrication #makeup #hiphop #industrial #classicrock #musicians #show #halloween #death #photo #livemusicphotography #construction #reels #custom #melodicdeathmetal

How to Use #metal on Instagram

Mix with niche hashtags — #metal has very high competition. Combine it with smaller, more specific hashtags to improve your visibility.
Use 5-15 hashtags per post — Include #metal alongside related tags for the best reach. Don't just use one hashtag.
Combine with related hashtags — Try pairing #metal with #guitar, #metalmusic, #punk for a well-rounded hashtag set.
Check for banned hashtags — Always verify your hashtags are safe before posting. Use the IQHashtags Banned Hashtag Checker.

Frequently Asked Questions

How popular is #metal on Instagram?

#metal has 76.7M total posts on Instagram with approximately 8.9K new posts added daily. The average post using #metal receives 1.4K likes and 37 comments.

Is #metal a good hashtag to use?

#metal has a competition score of 100/100 (very high) and a reach score of 50/100. This is a competitive hashtag — best used alongside smaller, niche-specific tags.

What hashtags go well with #metal?

The best hashtags to use with #metal include: #guitar, #metalmusic, #punk, #blackmetal, #metalcore. Using a mix of related hashtags helps you reach a wider audience while staying relevant to your content.

Editorial transparency: This article was drafted with AI assistance using IQ Hashtags' internal platform data and research, then reviewed and edited for accuracy by Ewa Suwińska, Editorial Lead at IQ Hashtags. Last reviewed: 2026-06-08. Learn about our editorial process →

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