CryptoPLAY OTT vs LS3 TV
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CryptoPLAY OTT
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The 'CryptoPLAY OTT' app offers a TV/VOD service with quality content and convenient access on mobile devices. Subscribers can enjoy, record the television channels and programs in high definition, without loyalty and with the option of watching on up to 5 devices simultaneously. The app offers program guide, works at home with wireless networks and also with 4G. The recommended bandwidth is 8 Mbit/s. CryptoPlay is a complete, affordable end-to-end OTT solution for Pay TV operators. CryptoPlay supports linear TV, catch up, start-over, network recordings and video on demand. CryptoPlay contains transcoders, packagers, OTT servers and Origin Servers. Together with CryptoGuard’s CAS and DRM solutions the Pay TV operator can establish a complete OTT and Pay TV solution at very affordable rates. Please download the CryptoPlay application to see how it can look like. Statistics are showing that more and more consumers watch their favorite TV programs when they can through catch up. Also start over and network recordings have become popular. Consumers want such TV services not just in their home but also on their tablets and smartphones wherever they are. Pay TV operator without OTT services in markets where competitors offer OTT services faces a serious churn. Establishing such services is therefore a necessity for most Pay TV operators; however, consumer’s willingness to pay for such services is very low. As OTT solutions till now has been complex and expensive it has been a challenge for Pay TV operators to fulfill consumer’s expectations and stop churn.
LS3 TV
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LS3 TV is available exclusively for subscribers of participating LS3 TV service providers. Sign in with your existing account to watch live television, recordings, and video on demand. LS3 TV brings your television experience to your iPhone and iPad. Watch live TV, access your recordings, and enjoy a growing library of video-on-demand content from a single, easy-to-use app. Features • Electronic Program Guide (EPG)* • Watch live TV channels in high quality • Browse an extensive Video on Demand (VOD) library • Access your recorded programs anytime • Fast channel switching and smooth playback • Continue watching across your devices* • Simple and intuitive interface • Search for channels, programs, and movies Whether you’re at home or on the go, LS3 TV makes it easy to stay connected to your favorite entertainment. *Features may vary depending on your TV service provider and subscription.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: LS3 TV at fortnightly against CryptoPLAY OTT's every 3 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
CryptoPLAY OTT ships an update every 3 months, LS3 TV fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CryptoPLAY OTT | LS3 TV |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 22 MB | 56 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Cryptoguard AB | Sandro Henriques |
In-app purchases
CryptoPLAY OTT
No in-app purchases
LS3 TV
No in-app purchases









