# iSTB — Watch IPTV with EPG & VOD > IPTV player for MAC, Xtream Codes, and M3U providers with EPG and VOD. (iPhone/iPad app by Nihal Ahmed.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/istb/id1497473331 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Nihal Ahmed](https://appshunter.io/developer/1497473330) - Category: Entertainment - Price: $14.99 with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.60/5 from 1,719 App Store ratings · 456 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 13.0 · 92 MB - Languages: American English, Arabic, French (France), German (Germany), Hindi, Polish, Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan), Turkish - Released: 2020-02-14 - Data updated: 2026-08-27 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/istb/id1497473331/reviews.md ## What is iSTB? iSTB allows you to watch IPTV from MAC address based providers which use Stalker Middleware, providers using the Xtream Codes API and M3U playlists. **Please use the iSTB Lite app to check if your provider is supported** **Some providers are not supported** Features: - Add/remove unlimited portals - Connect to multiple portals at once with profile groups - Search genres by name - Search channels by name - Add channels to a favorites list - Full electronic programming guide or EPG (dependent on your provider) - View & download VOD content (dependent on your provider) - Catch up on past programs (dependent on your provider) - Watch VOD with subtitles from OpenSubtitles - Resuming of VOD and catch up content - Play audio in background - Watch multiple streams at once with Multi View (dependent on your provider) - Play picture in picture (supported devices) - Cast to TV (May not work with all providers. Requires VLC app to be installed and a Chromecast.) - Watch content in portrait or landscape - Dark theme - And more! Please note: - This app works with MAC address & Xtream Codes based IPTV providers and M3U playlists only. Download the iSTB Lite app to check if your provider is supported. - You will need a valid subscription with an IPTV provider to watch content. This app does not offer any video or audio content itself. - All content is provided by your IPTV provider. If you have any questions or problems regarding the content or your subscription, please contact your IPTV provider directly. - You will need an active internet connection to watch content. Data charges may apply. Please check with your internet provider directly. - By using this app, you acknowledge and agree that you have the legal right to access and view the content provided by you. The app does not host, store, or distribute any copyrighted content. Users are solely responsible for ensuring that they comply with applicable laws, regulations, and copyright agreements when accessing and streaming content. The app and its developers assume no liability for any misuse of the service. If you do not have the necessary rights to access certain content, you must refrain from using the app for such purposes. ## Key features - Add/remove unlimited portals - Connect to multiple portals - Search channels and genres - Electronic programming guide (EPG) - View & download VOD content - Watch VOD with subtitles - Multi View and Picture in Picture ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: $14.99. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Starter Pack | $0.99 | one-time | | Regular Pack | $1.99 | one-time | | Binge Pack | $4.99 | one-time | | Supporter | $0.99 | one-time | | Silver Booster | $2.99 | one-time | | Gold Patron | $4.99 | one-time | | Top Donor | $9.99 | one-time | ## Chart rankings - #8 in Top Paid · Entertainment (US App Store) ## What do users think of iSTB? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 👍 User-friendly app - 🚀 Smooth streaming - 🔒 Reliable service - 💡 Useful features like EPG and favorites - 🎨 Good interface design **Cons** - 🐛 Crashes and freezes - 🔋 Battery drain issues - 🔍 Difficult navigation and search - 📺 Compatibility problems on some devices - 💸 Expensive for some users **Commonly reported bugs** - Xtream codes not working - Catchup TV not functioning - Channels not loading or buffering - Sync issues across devices - Playback problems on specific networks **Most requested features** - Picture-in-Picture mode - Chromecast/AirPlay support - More customization options - Improved EPG and channel organization - Background playback and multi-tasking ## Recent user reviews (10 of 456) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/istb/id1497473331/reviews.md ### 4/5 — Update please *2026-08-18, version 1.29.3* For Gods sake please update and fix bugs for once can’t access subtitles from video files only online subs which never sync properly ### 5/5 — Very good *2026-08-14, version 1.29.3* It is a very good app genuinely. ### 5/5 — 1 *2026-08-04, version 1.29.3* Amazing App!😊👌👍👏 ### 1/5 — Pause and more pause *2026-07-26, version 1.29.3* You can’t even watch a show in its entirety as it pauses constantly. Waste of time and money. Until the issue is resolved, do not purchase! ### 1/5 — LOVE it… when it works *2026-07-20, version 1.29.3* The app will not connect now for over two days but can’t get anyone to respond to questions/concerns- not sure anyone is monitoring this app. ### 5/5 — Great App *2026-07-16, version 1.29.3* This app will probably replace my current favorite. Just downloaded last night and I’m very impressed. If it holds up… it will become my new favorite. Fast channel changes, easy to setup, and the very best for multiple Apple devices. Download the app and all the information is loaded automatically in the next Apple device. It’s exactly what I’ve been looking for. ### 1/5 — Frauds *2026-07-09, version 1.29.3* They are frauds. They will stop services in between and do not pick calls. Don’t waste your money ### 4/5 — Chrome cast urgent !!!!!! *2026-07-06, version 1.29.3* Please add share to other apps aside from VLC as VLC does not support PiP. The built in PiP does not work for many streams. Also add Chromecast support as well pls. ### 5/5 — ISTB 100%'TOP *2026-06-27* L avantage avec cette application et je dis bravo aux concepteurs de donnet le choix De choisir Son abonnement que l ont désir prendre Les 3 choix s'offre à nous 1 XTREAM API 2 M3U et pour finir 3 MAC ADRESSE Simple d'utilisation fluide Rarement vu une application IPTV jusqu'à ce jour qui propose un panel aussi complet Avec autant de paramètres en lecture vidéo Avec les 3 lecteurs qui aide aux utilisateurs De se familiariser avec sont visuel et son audition Je conclus !! tellement de choses à cité L'essentiel est Dit Encore aux bravo aux concepteurs 👍👍 ### 1/5 — No updates *2026-06-27, version 1.29.3* The developers don’t give a damn about the app and no updates have been done. The app has a BIG down side as you cannot delete or hide the channels within a category. That truly sucks as the only option you have is to save it in favorites where everything gets crammed up. Going with tivimate is a better option. The layout is also very dark and ugly in Istb. ## Frequently asked questions about iSTB ### What does iSTB do? iSTB is an application that allows you to watch IPTV content from providers using MAC address-based Stalker Middleware, Xtream Codes API, or M3U playlists. It provides features like an electronic programming guide (EPG), video-on-demand (VOD) with subtitles, and multi-view capabilities. ### What are the key features of iSTB? Key features include the ability to add and manage unlimited portals, connect to multiple portals simultaneously, search for channels and genres, add channels to favorites, view EPG, watch and download VOD content, and utilize features like multi-view and picture-in-picture where supported by your provider and device. ### How much does iSTB cost? The application itself is free to download and use, but it operates on a freemium model with in-app purchases. You will need a valid subscription with an IPTV provider to access and watch content. This app does not provide any content itself. ### What are the compatibility requirements for iSTB? This app works with MAC address & Xtream Codes based IPTV providers and M3U playlists. You will need an active internet connection to watch content. Some features like Multi View, Picture in Picture, and Casting to TV may depend on your specific IPTV provider and device capabilities. ### What kind of IPTV providers does iSTB support? iSTB specifically supports IPTV providers that use MAC address-based Stalker Middleware, Xtream Codes API, or M3U playlists. It's recommended to use the iSTB Lite app to check if your specific provider is supported before relying on this app. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.29.3 — 2025-12-19 - Added local M3U playlist support - requires iCloud account - Added IMDb link in VOD details - Updated profiles screen to use the app background image set in miscellaneous preferences - Fixed an issue with some episodes not being marked as watched on Trakt - Fixed some UI issues and made some UI improvements ### 1.29.2 — 2025-12-15 - Added ability to skip fragments that fail to download - Added ability to disable liquid glass in player - access from player preferences - Updated player 1 library - Updated advanced settings for player 3 - access from player preferences - Updated buffer durations in player preferences - Fixed an issue with Trakt credentials not refreshing - Fixed an issue with profile home section preferences not saving - Fixed an issue with screen going to sleep after changing players during playback - Fixed some UI issues and made some UI improvements ### 1.29.1 — 2025-12-01 - Added Trakt integration to mark content as watched after finishing playback - access from Preferences -> Integrations - Added ability to add a new Multi View screen directly from the channel list - long press a channel to add a new screen - Added ability to delete multiple downloads & recordings at once - Fixed some UI issues and made some UI improvements ### 1.29.0 — 2025-11-19 - Added some liquid glassiness for iOS 26 and above - Added ability to use custom EPG only - access from profile preferences - Improved playback error handling including forbidden errors - Updated player 2 & 3 libraries - Fixed an issue with subtitles search results not updating after typing - Fixed incorrect VOD progress being saved on finishing playback and changing players ### 1.28.10 — 2025-07-13 - Updated continue watching profile home section to be sorted by time instead of item type ## Apps similar to iSTB | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [PlutoTV: Stream Free Movies/TV](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plutotv-stream-free-moviestv/id751712884) | 4.8 (1,617,402) | Free | Entertainment | | [Plex: Find Movies and TV Shows](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plex-find-movies-and-tv-shows/id383457673) | 4.6 (137,660) | Free | Entertainment | | [Tubi: Movies & Live TV](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tubi-movies-and-live-tv/id886445756) | 4.8 (1,226,701) | Free | Entertainment | | [Fubo: Watch Live TV & Sports](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fubo-watch-live-tv-and-sports/id905401434) | 4.5 (110,929) | Free | Entertainment | | [Peacock TV: Stream TV & Movies](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/peacock-tv-stream-tv-and-movies/id1508186374) | 4.7 (3,623,052) | Free | Entertainment | | [TV Guide: Streaming & Live TV](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-guide-streaming-and-live-tv/id333647776) | 4.3 (114,271) | Free | Entertainment | ## More apps by Nihal Ahmed - [iSTB Lite](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/istb-lite/id1498390886) All apps by Nihal Ahmed: https://appshunter.io/developer/1497473330 ## Related topics [istb](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/istb) · [iptv istb](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/iptv-istb) · [istb lite](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/istb-lite) · [chillio iptv](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/chillio-iptv) · [ipfs connect](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/ipfs-connect) · [blutv universal television](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/blutv-universal-television) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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