Comparison

Stream Player for iPhone vs DevelopFilm

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

Head to head
About

Stream Player for iPhone

Features
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IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ THIS FIRST! I kindly ask you to ASK FOR HELP in case of any trouble. You can always write to streamplayer.messages@gmail.com or memyselfandi.messages@gmail.com. PLEASE help make Stream Player a better product with your valuable feedback! I will do my best to answer within a day! Stream Player for iPhone is the iOS version of the lightweight Mac internet stream player, featuring several smart tools to aid OneClick stream playing in a dedicated player window. Currently, there are two ways to start playing streams: 1. Use the “Add to Stream Player” or “Watch Later in Stream Player” options available in the iOS App Action and Share extensions. 2. Set up iCloud Drive to synchronize your stream lists between the Mac app and your iOS devices. You can download the Mac version at: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/stream-player/id931235000?ls=1&mt=12 Currently available features • iCloud Drive sync to share and synchronize stream lists between iOS and Mac devices. • Customizable web stream content behaviors: enable or disable navigation and editing. • Ad blocking in stream content. • Support for background stream playback — ideal for listening to, for example, podcasts on the road. NOTE: To continue playing a stream in the background, you must restart playback after Stream Player goes into the background. To do this, press the play button on your headphones or swipe up the Control Center and press the play button. • Playback of multiple streams simultaneously on iPad devices running iOS 11.0 or later. • Supported streams: ⁃ Safari-supported common streams over HTTP (HLS, WebRTC, fMP4, etc.) ⁃ RTMP ⁃ RTSP ⁃ MPEG-DASH (currently macOS only — stay tuned!) (common codecs: VP8, VP9, H.264, H.265, etc.) Any feature requests or bug reports are highly welcome!

About

DevelopFilm

This app is a pocket darkroom companion for black-and-white film development. It offers official developing times, a smart timer with agitation guidance, and full process control. Track your film details and parameters in a built-in journal to refine your workflow and achieve consistent results.

Highlights
  • Official developing times database
  • Smart timer with agitation guidance
  • Full process control adjustments
  • Built-in film roll journal
  • Quick custom timer
  • Darkroom-ready minimal interface
Features
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Your pocket darkroom for black-and-white film. DevelopFilm is a complete darkroom companion designed to help you develop film with confidence — whether it’s your first roll or your hundredth. Official developing times: Access precise data from manufacturer datasheets for Adox, Bergger, Foma, Fujifilm, Ilford, Kentmere, Kodak, Rollei, and more. The library is continuously expanding. Smart timer with agitation guidance: Run a clean dual-phase timer for developing and fixing, with built-in agitation reminders and visual alerts. Full process control: Adjust by temperature, developer reuse, push/pull stops, processing vessel, fixer, stop bath, toners, and more — everything that affects your final look. Built-in journal: Keep track of every roll. Save your film details, developing parameters, notes, and photos so you can repeat your best results or refine your workflow. Quick Timer: Need flexibility? Set a custom time and start developing instantly. Darkroom-ready design: A minimal, dark-mode interface that stays readable under safe lights and keeps you focused on the process. Whether you’re new to film developing or refining your craft, DevelopFilm helps you stay consistent, learn faster, and enjoy every step of the process. Upgrade to Darkroom Pass to unlock pro features like push/pull adjustments, fixer timer, and photo journaling. Terms of Use: mirnijatom.github.io/terms.html Privacy Policy: mirnijatom.github.io/privacy.html

Screenshots

Stream Player for iPhone3 screens
DevelopFilm4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: DevelopFilm at Free against Stream Player for iPhone's $1.99. DevelopFilm also leads on update cadence (every 11 days vs every 3 months). Stream Player for iPhone's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

DevelopFilm is free to download; Stream Player for iPhone costs $1.99 up front. DevelopFilm sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Stream Player for iPhone asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Stream Player for iPhone ships an update every 3 months, DevelopFilm every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Stream Player for iPhone versus DevelopFilm: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStream Player for iPhoneDevelopFilm
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating—5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—4 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 11 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB24 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperIstvan HoffmannAleksandrs Bertulis

In-app purchases

None

Stream Player for iPhone

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

DevelopFilm

Subscriptions2
  • Darkroom Pass Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Darkroom Pass Yearly7 Days trial$17.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$34.99

Questions

Is Stream Player for iPhone free?
Stream Player for iPhone costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is DevelopFilm free?
DevelopFilm is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Stream Player for iPhone or DevelopFilm have ads?
Neither Stream Player for iPhone nor DevelopFilm shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Stream Player for iPhone or DevelopFilm?
Stream Player for iPhone ships an update every 3 months, and DevelopFilm every 11 days. Most recently, Stream Player for iPhone was updated on October 29, 2026 and DevelopFilm on October 24, 2026.

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