# Smart IPTV Player: BigPlay — Live TV, M3U & Xtream Codes

> IPTV player for live TV, movies, and series with Xtream Codes and M3U support. (iPhone/iPad app by Irfan Shah.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-iptv-player-bigplay/id1492738910 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Irfan Shah](https://appshunter.io/developer/1481598324)
- Category: Entertainment, Photo & Video
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 68 App Store ratings · 17 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 157 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, French (France), German (Germany), Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish, Turkish
- Released: 2020-02-07
- Data updated: 2026-10-11
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-iptv-player-bigplay/id1492738910/reviews.md

## What is Smart IPTV Player?

BigPlay is a powerful IPTV player and M3U stream player built for people who actually use their iPhone and iPad every day. Connect your Xtream Codes service or load an M3U / M3U8 playlist and get a clean, fast, native experience for live TV, movies and series, the way Apple apps are supposed to feel.

CAST TO CHROMECAST
Stream what you're watching to the big screen. Cast live channels, movies and episodes to any Chromecast device, then control playback from a beautiful Now Playing screen — seek, change volume, switch tracks, and keep browsing your library while it plays.

LIVE TV, REINVENTED
A fully redesigned live TV experience. Browse channels faster, switch instantly, and never lose your place. Full EPG (Electronic Program Guide) support lets you:
- See what's on now and what's next
- Explore full schedules across channels
- Navigate live TV like a modern streaming app

MOVIES & SERIES, UPGRADED
Your provider's VOD library, finally done right. Every movie and show is enriched with:
- High-quality posters and artwork
- Detailed descriptions
- Cast and crew info
- Trailers powered by TMDB

DOWNLOAD & WATCH OFFLINE
Take your content anywhere. Download movies and episodes to your device and watch later — no Wi-Fi, no buffering, no excuses.

CONTINUE WATCHING, EVERYWHERE
BigPlay remembers exactly where you left off and syncs progress through iCloud. Start an episode on iPhone, finish it on Apple TV without missing a second.

FAVORITES & LIBRARY
Save channels, movies and series for one-tap access. Everything stays in sync across your devices.

MULTI-PLAYLIST SUPPORT
One app, all your IPTV services. Add multiple playlists and switch providers in seconds. Supports M3U, M3U8 and the Xtream Codes API.

BUILT FOR APPLE TV
Not a quick port — a true tvOS app.
- Smooth focus-based navigation
- Siri Remote gestures
- Cinematic big-screen UI

POWERFUL PLAYBACK
- Multiple audio track selection
- Full subtitle support
- Adaptive streaming (HLS, M3U8, RTMP)

SMART INSIGHTS & MONETIZATION
BigPlay uses analytics to improve performance and may show ads in certain parts of the app to support ongoing development. Your playlists and credentials always stay private on your device and in iCloud.

PLEASE NOTE
BigPlay is a media player. It does not provide, host or distribute any content. A valid IPTV subscription from a third-party provider supporting Xtream Codes API or M3U is required.

Terms of Use: https://bigplayhd.com/terms
Privacy Policy: https://bigplayhd.com/privacy

## Key features

- Live TV channel browsing with EPG
- Movies and series VOD library with details
- Continue watching across devices via iCloud
- Favorites and multi-playlist management
- Native Apple TV interface
- Multiple audio and subtitle support

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BigPlay Pro Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| BigPlay Pro Yearly | $19.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BigPlay Pro Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 17)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-iptv-player-bigplay/id1492738910/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Worst App Ever

*2026-09-26*

Sorry this is a horrible app.   I am not sure how it gets a high rating.  It takes 25 to 30 minutes for the live TV to come up.  The only thing that works probably is the movie section.   I would to use this because it looks like it could be worth it but after trying it for a nothing I cannot recommend it.

**Developer response:** Hi, thank you for the honest feedback, and we're sorry Live TV took so long to load for you. That's not the experience we want anyone to have.

Your review was on version 4.3.0. Since then we've released BigPlay 5.0, which rebuilds Live TV from the ground up to open faster and play more reliably. Please update to the latest version (5.0.3) and give it another try.

If Live TV is still slow, tap "Report a problem" in the Live TV player's menu, or write to us from Settings → Send Feedback. The report checks your connection, your provider and the channel to see where the delay comes from, and our team replies to you right inside the app.

### 5/5 — Subtitle support

*2026-08-02*

I needed subtitles for a few shows and it worked better than expected. Audio track switching was easy too.

### 5/5 — Better after update

*2026-07-31*

The new version feels smoother. Home screen is cleaner and the library does not feel as crowded now.

### 5/5 — Pretty solid

*2026-07-31*

Solid player overall. The design looks modern and the playback controls are easy to understand.

### 5/5 — Casting works

*2026-07-30*

Chromecast worked fine for me. Started a movie on my phone and sent it to the TV with no big issue.

### 5/5 — Simple setup

*2026-07-29*

Setup was easy with Xtream codes. I did not have to search around too much, which is nice.

### 5/5 — Loads fast

*2026-07-26*

My playlist loaded fast and switching between channels was smooth. Had one small freeze but it fixed itself after reopening.

**Developer response:** Thank you for your feedback! We're glad your playlist loaded quickly and that channel switching was smooth. We appreciate you mentioning the brief freeze as well. We'll continue working on improving stability and performance to make the experience even better. Thanks for your support!

### 5/5 — EPG is helpful

*2026-07-24*

I like the guide layout. It makes live TV way easier to check instead of jumping channel by channel.

**Developer response:** Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you're enjoying the TV guide layout. Making it easier to browse what's on without jumping from channel to channel was one of our goals. Thanks for your support, and we hope you continue to enjoy the app!

### 5/5 — Clean player

*2026-07-23*

The app feels clean and easy to move around. Added my M3U list without much trouble and the channels opened pretty quick.

**Developer response:** Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you found the app clean and easy to navigate, and that adding your M3U playlist was straightforward. It’s also great to hear the channels loaded quickly. Thanks for your support!

### 5/5 — really easy to use

*2026-07-22*

I tried a few iptv apps and this one was probably the easiest to set up. Added my playlist, found my channels, and started watching without having to figure out a bunch of confusing settings.

**Developer response:** Thank you for the great feedback! We designed the app to make setup as simple and straightforward as possible, so it’s great to hear you were able to add your playlist and start watching without dealing with confusing settings. We really appreciate your support!

## Frequently asked questions about Smart IPTV Player

### What is BigPlay?

BigPlay is a media player application designed for streaming live TV, movies, and series from your IPTV provider. It supports Xtream Codes and M3U playlists, offering a premium, cinema-grade experience on Apple devices.

### Does BigPlay provide content?

No, BigPlay is a media player and does not provide, host, or distribute any content. You need a valid IPTV subscription from a third-party provider supporting the Xtream Codes API to use the app.

### What devices does BigPlay support?

BigPlay is available on iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV, offering a native experience designed for each platform, including smooth navigation and Siri Remote gesture support on Apple TV.

### How does BigPlay handle playback and content management?

BigPlay features a 'Continue Watching' function that remembers your playback position and syncs it across devices via iCloud. You can also save channels, movies, and series to your favorites for quick access.

### Does BigPlay have ads?

Yes, the app contains advertisements. The developer has indicated that the app has ads, and it is also free with in-app purchases.

### Is BigPlay private and secure?

Yes, BigPlay prioritizes privacy with no analytics, ads, or tracking. Your playlists and credentials remain on your device and private iCloud, with the developer stating they never see your data.

### What are the playback features of BigPlay?

BigPlay offers powerful playback capabilities, including support for multiple audio tracks, subtitles, and adaptive streaming technologies like HLS, M3U8, and RTMP.

### How often is BigPlay updated?

The latest version of BigPlay is 3.2.0, last updated on March 26, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support for the application.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.0.5 — 2026-10-10

BigPlay 5.0.5 brings bug fixes and improvements that make it smoother and more reliable.

If something isn't working, tap Send Feedback in Settings and tell us.

Thank you for every rating and report.

### 5.0.4 — 2026-10-06

BigPlay 5.0.4 is much lighter on your battery and quicker to start.

• Videos now play on your iPhone or iPad's built-in video hardware, so they use far less battery and keep your device cooler.
• Large downloaded films that could take half a minute to start now begin in about a second, and the app no longer freezes while AirPods connect.
• When you lock your screen and keep listening, BigPlay stops decoding the picture to save battery.
• Taking out your headphones pauses the video, and a phone call pauses it instead of leaving it playing without sound.
• Upgrading to Pro from the full-screen player no longer closes the app, and Pro unlocks everywhere at once, Multi-View included, without restarting.
• If a renewal payment fails, Pro stays on through Apple's billing grace period.
• Turning off Haptic Feedback now turns off every vibration, and reminders tell you how long until the show starts.
• Buttons look and work the same across iPhone and iPad.

Thank you for every rating and report.

### 5.0.3 — 2026-10-02

BigPlay 5.0.3 brings a cleaner, clearer upgrade screen.

• Plans come first, each with its full price per year or per month, and the yearly plan shows how much you save.
• Plans display properly with long local prices, such as Egyptian pounds or Pakistani rupees.
• The upgrade screen lists exactly what Pro adds, including Multi-View with 4 screens.
• A plan is selected for you even when prices load slowly, and the screen no longer says you've used your free trial when the App Store can't be reached.

Thank you for every rating and report.

### 5.0.2 — 2026-10-01

BigPlay 5.0.2 lets you know before a playlist runs out.

• A new app icon.
• Each playlist now shows when it expires: the date, "Expires today", or "No expiry" for an unlimited account. It turns orange in the last week, and the You tab shows the countdown too.
• You get a reminder 3 days and 1 day before a playlist expires. Turn it off in Settings → Notifications → Playlist Expiry Reminders.
• A playlist renewed to unlimited no longer shows its old expiry date, and expiry dates read correctly on every device, whatever its language.
• Home scrolls again when you run BigPlay on a Mac.

Expiry reminders came from your requests in Feedback. Thank you for asking.

### 5.0.1 — 2026-09-29

BigPlay 5.0.1 makes itself at home in iPad windows.

• BigPlay now lays out properly in an iPad window of any size. Home, Explore, Live TV, title pages and the player fit the space you give them.
• Screen titles and buttons move clear of the window controls instead of sitting underneath them.
• In a narrow window, the player's double-tap and volume gestures work just as they do full screen.
• Open sheets no longer reset when you resize the window.
• On iPhone in landscape, the featured banner switches to a widescreen image that fits.
• Smaller fixes and polish.

Thank you for every rating and report on 5.0.

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