Oh man, I get it. I run a small jewelry business and was losing my mind trying to see what packaging styles competitors were using. Everything was locked down tight.
Tried https://viewverio.com/instagram-close-friends-story-viewer/ after someone mentioned it in a Facebook group for small biz owners. Helped me finally see some of those styling shots I needed for inspiration without the hassle.
Real talk though - I also started joining niche groups where people share their accounts more openly. Found a "handmade sellers network" that's been gold for swapping ideas. Sometimes the old-fashioned community route beats tech solutions, but having both options doesn't hurt when you're bootstrapping!