# IPTV Streamer vs XTREAM IPTV

IPTV Streamer and XTREAM IPTV both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 59% of XTREAM IPTV's written reviews are positive against 43% of IPTV Streamer's. XTREAM IPTV also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). IPTV Streamer's advantage is ratings volume (3.8K vs 1K). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. IPTV Streamer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per year and XTREAM IPTV sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for IPTV Streamer against 4.4 for XTREAM IPTV. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3.8K and 1K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 43% of IPTV Streamer's written reviews are positive against 59% of XTREAM IPTV's.

IPTV Streamer ships an update every 4 weeks, XTREAM IPTV every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | IPTV Streamer | XTREAM IPTV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (3.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iptv-streamer/id1137962801/reviews)** | [4.4 (1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xtream-iptv-tv-player-ip-pro/id1583776992/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.8K** | 1K |
| Positive reviews | 42.6% of reviews | **58.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 206 MB | 127 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [HOLD-APPS - FZCO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1081636655) | [Infisecurity](https://appshunter.io/developer/1729020982) |

## What reviewers say

### IPTV Streamer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iptv-streamer/id1137962801)

Watch sports, games, movies, and TV shows with this versatile media player. Seamlessly syncs across Apple devices and offers a customizable interface for easy navigation. Enjoy high-quality streaming with advanced content management and smart features like parental controls and Chromecast support.

**Highlights:** Apple ecosystem integration, Customizable interface, Electronic program guide (EPG), HD and 4K streaming support, Parental controls, Recording and downloading functions, Chromecast support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Get the Pro Version | $7.99 | per year |
| Get PRO Version | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth streaming
- 📺 Comprehensive TV guide
- 💻 Works well on multiple devices
- 👍 User-friendly interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and buffering issues
- 💸 Expensive subscription
- 📢 Intrusive ads in free version
- 🔌 Connectivity problems

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues after update
- Downloaded content not accessible
- EPG not working consistently

**Requested features**

- Picture-in-picture mode
- Ability to create custom playlists
- Improved search functionality
- Chromecast support


### XTREAM IPTV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xtream-iptv-tv-player-ip-pro/id1583776992)

This video streaming application allows users to add and organize their own live sports channels, movies, and series. It supports 4K playback and lets you create custom playlists of your favorite content. Users must provide their own legal IPTV service.

**Highlights:** Add unlimited live sports channels, Add movies and series (VOD), Supports 4K playback, Create custom playlists, Select favorite channels

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| IPTV PRO: Add ∞ Channels | $6.99 | per month |
| IPTV PRO: Add ∞ Channels | $9.49 | per year |
| IPTV PRO: Add ∞ Channels | $14.99 | per year |
| IPTV PRO: Add ∞ Channels | $19.99 | per year |
| 1 year, 3 days trial | $99.99 | per year |
| IPTV PRO: Add ∞ Channels | $6.99 | one-time |
| IPTV PRO: Add ∞ Channels | $9.99 | one-time |
| IPTV PRO: Add ∞ Channels | $14.99 | one-time |
| IPTV PRO: Add ∞ Channels | $19.99 | one-time |
| IPTV PRO: Add ∞ Channels | $49.99 | one-time |
| IPTV PRO: Add ∞ Channels | $74.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app for IPTV
- 👍 Wonderful EPG for viewing channels
- 💡 Solid IPTV app
- 👍 Brilliant
- 👍 Excellent

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Freezes repeatedly
- 🐛 Useless app
- 🐛 Stop streaming after 2 mins
- 🐛 Horrible lag when 2 or more people are on the app
- 🐛 Takes your subscription money & then doesn't not work

**Reported bugs**

- Search feature only finds categories, not channels
- Favorite channels get replaced with USA AWE channel

**Requested features**

- Search channels inside of categories
- Catchup category to watch missed shows
- Forward/backward channel change
- Channel playlist
- Channel playlist


## Frequently asked questions

### Is IPTV Streamer free?

IPTV Streamer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is XTREAM IPTV free?

XTREAM IPTV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, IPTV Streamer or XTREAM IPTV?

IPTV Streamer is rated higher. IPTV Streamer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 3.8K ratings, while XTREAM IPTV averages 4.4 from 1K ratings.

### Do IPTV Streamer or XTREAM IPTV have ads?

Both IPTV Streamer and XTREAM IPTV show ads.

### Which is updated more often, IPTV Streamer or XTREAM IPTV?

IPTV Streamer ships an update every 4 weeks, and XTREAM IPTV every 3 weeks. Most recently, IPTV Streamer was updated on October 24, 2026 and XTREAM IPTV on October 25, 2026.

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