How to See Comments on Facebook Reels

Struggling to find where all the comments on your Facebook Reels live? You're not alone. The interface can sometimes feel like a maze, scattering valuable feedback across notifications, profiles, and backend tools. This guide will show you exactly how to find, view, and manage every comment on your Reels, whether you're on your phone, your desktop, or using business management tools.

Why Missing Comments is a Bigger Problem Than You Think

Before we get into the "how," it's important to understand the "why." Ignoring comments on your Reels isn't just about missing a few "Great video!" messages. It's sandbagging your entire content strategy. Comments are one of the most powerful signals you can send to the Facebook algorithm. When people engage with your content - and more importantly, when you engage back - it tells Facebook that your Reel is valuable and worth showing to more people.

Think about it this way:

• Community Building: Every comment is an opportunity to start a conversation. Replying makes your followers feel seen and heard, transforming them from passive viewers into a loyal community. When someone knows you'll likely reply, they're much more motivated to leave a comment in the first place.
• Valuable Feedback: Your comments section is a direct line to your audience. What do they like? What questions do they have? What content do they want to see next? This is raw, unfiltered customer research you can use to refine your strategy and create content that truly resonates.
• Increased Reach: Reels with high engagement, especially conversations in the comments, are more likely to be pushed to a wider audience. A lively comment section can be the catalyst that turns a good Reel into a viral one. Neglecting this is like leaving potential reach on the table.

In short, managing your comments isn't a chore, it's a core growth tactic. Now, let's find out where they're hiding.

Finding Your Reel Comments: A Step-by-Step Guide

Where you look for comments depends heavily on the device you're using. The mobile experience is different from the desktop one, and business managers have a completely separate, more powerful interface.

On the Facebook Mobile App (The Most Common Method)

Most people interact with Reels on their phones, so let's start here. There are two primary ways to access your comments on the mobile app.

Method 1: The Direct Notification Route

This is the most straightforward method for new comments. When someone comments on your Reel, Facebook sends you a notification.

1. Open the Facebook app and tap the bell icon for your Notifications in the top header.
2. Look for a notification that reads something like, "[Username] commented on your reel."
3. Simply tap that notification. You’ll be taken directly to your Reel with the comment section pulled up, highlighting that specific comment.

This method is great for quick, isolated replies. However, it's easy to miss notifications if your Reel gets a lot of engagement, so knowing where to look manually is important.

Method 2: Finding a Specific Reel on Your Profile

If you want to check an older Reel or just get a full overview of a particular video's engagement, you'll need to navigate to it directly.

1. Navigate to your personal profile or business Page.
2. Look for the tabs below your name and profile picture. Find and tap the Reels tab. This will show you a grid of every Reel you’ve posted.
3. Scroll to find the specific Reel you want to check and tap it to open the full-screen player.
4. On the right side of the screen, you’ll see several icons (Like, Comment, Share). Tap the speech bubble icon to open the comments pane.
5. From here, you can see all the comments, reply to individual ones, and moderate the conversation.

On a Desktop Computer (Using Meta Business Suite vs. the Main Site)

For marketers and business owners, managing comments from a desktop is often more efficient. Facebook offers two main interfaces here: the standard website experience and the much more powerful Meta Business Suite.

Using Meta Business Suite (The Recommended Way)

If you run a Facebook Page, Meta Business Suite is your command center. It consolidates all your interactions into one organized inbox, which is drastically more efficient than hunting down comments Reel by Reel.

1. Go to business.facebook.com and log into the account associated with your Page.
2. From the left-hand navigation menu, click on Inbox.
3. Inside the inbox, you'll see a panel labeled "All messages." Click on the filter above it and select Facebook Comments. You may also see sub-folders for Instagram Comments, Messenger, etc.
4. Here, you will see a chronological feed of all comments from your posts, Stories, and Reels. Each comment entry will also show a small thumbnail of the content it belongs to, so you can easily identify your Reels.
5. You can comment directly from this view, mark comments as "Done" to clear your queue, or even assign a comment to a team member to handle. It's the most effective way to ensure nothing gets missed.

Using the Standard Facebook Website

If you're managing a personal profile or just prefer the classic interface, you can still access comments on your desktop.

1. Go to your Facebook Page or Profile on facebook.com.
2. Find the section or tab dedicated to your Reels.
3. Click on the specific Reel you want to view. It will open in a video player, typically with a black background.
4. The comments will automatically appear in a panel on the right side of the video. You can scroll through and reply directly here.

The Hidden Corners: Where Comments Go to Disappear

Sometimes, a comment is there, but Facebook is hiding it from you by default. This often happens with spam-like comments or replies tucked away in threads. Here’s how to find those elusive interactions.

Filtered and Hidden Comments

To maintain a positive environment, Facebook automatically hides comments it suspects are spam or that contain words from its default profanity filter (or custom words you’ve blocked).

• How to Find Them: When you're viewing the comments on a Reel, scroll to the bottom of the visible comments. You may see a small, grayed-out link that says something like, “See Filtered Comments” or "View Hidden Comments." Click this to reveal them.
• How to Proactively Manage This: You can set up your own moderation rules in Meta Business Suite. Go to Settings -> Community Management and use the "Moderation Assist" feature to add keywords you want to automatically hide. This is extremely useful for filtering out competitor links, offensive language, or common spam phrases.

"Top Comments" vs. "Most Recent"

By default, Facebook often sorts comments by "Top Comments." This filter prioritizes comments with the most likes and replies, which isn't always helpful if you're trying to respond to the newest feedback first. At the top of the comments section, you'll see a small dropdown menu, usually labeled "Most Relevant." Click this and change it to "Newest" or "All Comments" to see a true chronological feed. This simple switch can reveal dozens of comments you might have otherwise missed.

Best Practices for Managing Your Facebook Reel Comments

Just finding the comments is half the battle. Responding effectively is what builds your brand.

Reply Quickly and Authentically

Don't let a comment sit for days. Try to reply within a few hours to keep the momentum going. A quick response not only makes the commenter feel great but also bumps your Reel's engagement in the eyes of the algorithm. Go beyond a simple "like" or emoji - tag the person (type "@" followed by their name) and write a genuine response. Ask a follow-up question to keep the conversation going.

Pin Your Favorite Comments

This is a small but powerful feature. If someone leaves a fantastic testimonial, a great question, or a particularly funny comment, you can pin it to the top of your comments section. To do this, hover over their comment, click the three dots, and select "Pin Comment." This sets the tone for the entire conversation and showcases the kind of engagement you want to see.

Use Comments to Generate New Content

Your comments section is an endless idea machine. Did someone ask a brilliant question? Create a whole new Reel that answers it. You can even use the "Reply with Reel" function where available to link your new video directly back to their question. This tactic validates your audience's input and closes the feedback loop in a creative and engaging way.

Final Thoughts

Finding all your comments on Facebook Reels is straightforward once you know where to check. By regularly monitoring your notifications, the Reels tab on your profile, and especially the unified inbox in Meta Business Suite, you can stay on top of every conversation and keep your community engaged.

Trying to manage comments across Facebook Reels, Instagram, and even TikTok can be draining when you're bouncing between apps all day. We designed the unified inbox in Postbase to put an end to that chaos. All your DMs and comments from every platform funnel into one clean, organized space, which lets us stop switching tabs and start focusing on the actual conversations that build our brand.