Comparison

StalkerTV vs Pocket STB

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

StalkerTV

This app allows you to watch TV channels, shows, and movies from your IPTV provider on your mobile device. It also supports radio playback and casting to Chromecast-enabled TVs. Features like Timeshift ensure you don't miss any part of your favorite programs.

Highlights
  • Watch TV channels, shows, and movies
  • Listen to radio
  • Stream to Chromecast
  • Timeshift functionality
  • Access content from IPTV provider
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Watch your favorite programs and movies on the mobile device screen. With StalkerTV you can enjoy TV content provided by your IPTV carrier anytime, anywhere – while you’re traveling or whenever you’re away from your big screen. Important: the application does not contain any built-in channels or movies. It plays only the content from your TV service provider in accordance with your subscription plan. Before downloading the application, we recommend that you contact your TV service provider and confirm that StalkerTV is compatible with their service. Also ask your provider for a login, a password and a link to their authorization server (portal). With the StalkerTV, you can: - watch TV channels, TV shows, and movies; - listen to radio; - stream from your device to your Chromecast enabled TV set. All devices should be connected to the same WiFi network. - don't miss a part of your favorite program with Timeshift. If you have any questions regarding access to content, or you’d like to clarify the cost of connection and subscription plans, please contact your TV service provider for assistance.

About

Pocket STB

Stream Live TV, movies, and series from your IPTV service with this modern player. Enjoy offline downloads, account syncing, and a clean, intuitive interface for effortless navigation and playback.

Highlights
  • Live TV, Movies, and Series streaming
  • Offline downloads for supported content
  • Account sync across devices
  • Stalker, Xtream, and M3U playlist support
  • Fast, smooth media playback
  • Intuitive, redesigned interface
Features
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Pocket STB is a modern IPTV player built for fast, smooth, and effortless streaming. Connect your supported IPTV service and enjoy your Live TV channels, Movies, and Series — all in one clean, well-organized app. WHAT'S NEW We've made Pocket STB more powerful and more convenient: • Offline Downloads — save supported content and watch it later without a connection • Account Sync — keep your accounts and setup synced across the same device • Refreshed UI/UX — a smoother, cleaner interface designed for faster navigation MULTIPLE ACCOUNTS & PLAYLISTS Pocket STB gives you the flexibility to connect the way you want: • Stalker portal support • Xtream account support • M3U / M3U8 playlist support KEY FEATURES • Live TV, Movies, and Series support • Stalker, Xtream, and M3U / M3U8 compatibility • Offline downloads for supported content • Account sync on the same device • Categorized, well-organized content lists • Fast, smooth media playback • Feature-rich built-in media player • Simple setup and easy login • Redesigned, intuitive interface A BETTER WAY TO WATCH Pocket STB is made for people who want a flexible IPTV player with a clean interface, reliable playback, and support for multiple streaming formats. Just add your authorized credentials or playlist and start watching. IMPORTANT Pocket STB is a media player only. It does not provide, include, or sell any channels, content, or subscriptions. Pocket STB plays content from your own IPTV provider. You must add your own valid subscription, portal, or playlist source. Offline download availability depends on your provider and the rights associated with your content. LEGAL Privacy Policy: https://www.pocketstb.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://www.pocketstb.com/terms-of-use

Screenshots

StalkerTV3 screens
Pocket STB4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Pocket STB at 100% against StalkerTV's 26%. Pocket STB also leads on price (Free vs $29.99) and rating (5.0 vs 2.3). StalkerTV's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ratings volume (63 vs 1). On ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Pocket STB is free to download; StalkerTV costs $29.99 up front. Pocket STB sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. StalkerTV asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Pocket STB holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: StalkerTV has 63 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 26% of StalkerTV's written reviews are positive against 100% of Pocket STB's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

StalkerTV ships an update every 2 months, Pocket STB every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
StalkerTV versus Pocket STB: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStalkerTVPocket STB
Price$29.99Free — better
Rating2.3 (63 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews26.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings63 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS10.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size91 MB87 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperInfomirAavitech Solutions Private Limited

Customer experience

StalkerTV

All ratings63 ratings
Positive19.0%
Neutral15.9%
Negative65.1%
Written reviews154 reviews
Positive26.0%
Neutral11.7%
Negative62.3%

Pocket STB

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

StalkerTV

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App crashes when trying to watch TV series
  • Fails to connect to server, showing 'server not found' error
  • Parental settings are blocked with no way to set a password
  • Playback doesn't work, just shows a blank screen
  • Doesn't work after iOS updates

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add Chromecast support
  • Improve stability and reliability
  • Enhance user interface and navigation
  • Implement fast forward and rewind functionality
  • Add support for cellular data usage

Pocket STB

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

StalkerTV

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Pocket STB

Subscriptions2
  • Unlock Premium Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Unlock Premium Yearly$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Unlock Premium$29.99

Questions

Is StalkerTV free?
StalkerTV costs $29.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Pocket STB free?
Pocket STB is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, StalkerTV or Pocket STB?
Pocket STB is rated higher. StalkerTV averages 2.3 out of 5 from 63 ratings, while Pocket STB averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do StalkerTV or Pocket STB have ads?
Neither StalkerTV nor Pocket STB shows ads.
Which is updated more often, StalkerTV or Pocket STB?
StalkerTV ships an update every 2 months, and Pocket STB every 9 days. Most recently, StalkerTV was updated on November 1, 2026 and Pocket STB on October 30, 2026.

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