# SofaPlay — Stream your Photos and Videos > Stream iOS photos and videos wirelessly to UPnP/DLNA compatible TVs. (iPhone/iPad app by Fabian Pimminger.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sofaplay/id684463024 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Fabian Pimminger](https://appshunter.io/developer/516567851) - Category: Entertainment, Photo & Video - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.50/5 from 33 App Store ratings · 20 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 10.3 · 28 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2013-11-27 - Data updated: 2026-06-23 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sofaplay/id684463024/reviews.md ## What is SofaPlay? SofaPlay allows you to play media files directly from your iOS device on the tv. It connects your iPhone, iPod or iPad to your Smart TV and takes care of the streaming. Just choose any photo or video and it will appear instantly on the big screen in front of you. SofaPlay streams your video wirelessly to your TV. No configuration needed, no hassle. Also you can transfer any video, audio or image files via iTunes to your iOS device and use it in SofaPlay. IMPORTANT: SofaPlay is working with devices, which are supporting the UPnP/DLNA Digital Media Renderer standard. Fortunately, most of the new TVs are working with SofaPlay. Also, there are a few supported Blu-Ray Players. If your device has a network connection (wireless or wired), there is a great chance it is supported. ## Key features - Wireless media streaming - Connects iOS devices to Smart TVs - Instant display of photos and videos - iTunes file transfer support - UPnP/DLNA compatibility ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | SofaPlay Pro | $2.99 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 20) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sofaplay/id684463024/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Does Not Work on iOS 14 *2020-10-13, version 2.0.4* Crashes each second I go to open on iOS 14. Most likely needs an update from the developer ### 1/5 — I feel stupid for buying this app *2020-03-15, version 2.0.4* Why is nothing straight forward anymore?? Everything is either a scam or not what it seems, so tiring. This does work, very easy for me to set up but the quality of the playback is absolutely awful £5 wasted. I have a 4K tv and full hd films look awful through this app but the same file plays perfectly on my iMac. Well looks like back having read everything single review on the Internet before I spend a penny of my money on anything else. ### 2/5 — Нестабильная работа *2019-03-13, version 2.0.4* После обновления перестало искать тв ### 4/5 — Movies and more! *2019-03-10, version 2.0.4* I use this regularly to stream downloaded movies from my iMac to my Smart TV. Sometimes it takes awhile to find the TV but that is probably due to my WiFi connection not the app. Easy to use and saves me a lot of faffing! ### 4/5 — Best but could be better *2019-02-06, version 2.0.4* I disagree with having to pay for it on the MacBook and iPhone, just let me transfer it to my devices ### 1/5 — Only works with photo library ! *2018-09-25, version 2.0.4* I hope I am wrong and have missed something if not it’s a waste of money HUGE DISAPPOINTMENT ### 3/5 — Why do I have to buy it twice? *2018-09-20, version 2.0.4* Already bought this for my MacBook, I need to buy it separately for phone and tablet? Other than that great app, been using it since roughly 2015 no major complaints. ### 1/5 — Funktioniert nach Kauf nicht mehr! *2018-06-24, version 2.0.4* Gratisversion war schneller und besser als die Samsung-eigene Smartview-App. Ist aber auf ein Bild oder Video beschränkt. Also gekauft. Findet den TV gar nicht mehr und bleibt einfach beim „searching for device“ hängen („spinning wheel“) Falls das nicht schnell geändert wird, muss man das wohl Betrug nennen. Wie bekomme ich mein Geld zurück? ### 2/5 — Не показывает видео *2017-10-28, version 2.0.2* Смарт тв LG находит, фото показывает, а видео снятое на айфон пишет что тип файла не поддерживается. Снимал 1080p - грузится и сбрасывает. Исправьте пожалуйста! ### 5/5 — Super *2017-10-12, version 2.0* App geladen und integriert. Funktioniert alles so wie es soll. Einfaches und gutes Design. Top! ## Frequently asked questions about SofaPlay ### What devices does SofaPlay support? SofaPlay works with devices supporting the UPnP/DLNA Digital Media Renderer standard. This includes most new Smart TVs and some Blu-Ray players. It is designed for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. ### How does SofaPlay stream media? SofaPlay streams your video, audio, and image files wirelessly from your iOS device to your compatible TV. No complex configuration is required; simply choose your media and it appears on the big screen. ### Can I transfer files to SofaPlay? Yes, you can transfer any video, audio, or image files via iTunes to your iOS device to be used within SofaPlay. ### Is SofaPlay free to use? SofaPlay is free to download and use, with the option for in-app purchases. It does not contain advertisements. ### What is the age rating for SofaPlay? SofaPlay has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. ### How often is SofaPlay updated? SofaPlay was last updated on March 27, 2018, with version 2.0.4. While updates may not be frequent, the app is functional for its intended purpose. ### What is the user rating for SofaPlay? SofaPlay has a strong user rating of 4.5 stars, based on 33 ratings, indicating positive user satisfaction. ### Does SofaPlay require an internet connection? While SofaPlay streams wirelessly, both your iOS device and your TV need to be on the same network for the connection to work. A stable Wi-Fi connection is recommended for smooth streaming. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.0.4 — 2018-03-27 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. - Updated privacy policy section in the app ### 2.0.3 — 2017-11-03 SofaPlay 2.0 features a complete overhaul of the design of our app. This update includes playlist support and brings SofaPlay on iOS on par with the macOS version. SofaPlay 2.0.3: Bugfixes and feature improvements. ### 2.0.2 — 2017-10-19 SofaPlay 2.0 features a complete overhaul of the design of our app. This update includes playlist support and brings SofaPlay on iOS on par with the macOS version. SofaPlay 2.0.2: Bugfixes and feature improvements. ### 2.0.1 — 2017-10-12 SofaPlay 2.0 features a complete overhaul of the design of our app. This update includes playlist support and brings SofaPlay on iOS on par with the macOS version. SofaPlay 2.0.1: Bugfixes and feature improvements. ### 2.0 — 2017-10-06 SofaPlay 2.0 features a complete overhaul of the design of our app. This update includes playlist support and brings SofaPlay on iOS on par with the macOS version. ## Apps similar to SofaPlay | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [INPLAY](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inplay/id1084014283) | 3.0 (2) | Free | Entertainment | | [Console Remote](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/console-remote/id6738534883) | 4.2 (10) | $7.99 | Entertainment | | [Remote DJ](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-dj/id584666410) | — | Free | Entertainment | | [EZCast](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ezcast/id677053215) | 2.1 (900) | Free | Entertainment | | [Swiftfin](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swiftfin/id1604098728) | 3.8 (230) | Free | Entertainment | | [BigPlay - IPTV Smarters Player](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bigplay-iptv-smarters-player/id1492738910) | 4.5 (8) | Free | Entertainment | ## More apps by Fabian Pimminger - [SofaPlay TV](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sofaplay-tv/id1174256366) - [Frameshotter](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frameshotter/id6758520645) - [Along The Route](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/along-the-route/id6760664405) All apps by Fabian Pimminger: https://appshunter.io/developer/516567851 ## Related topics [fabian pimminger](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/fabian-pimminger) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-23.*