# IPTV Streamer vs AM3U

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: AM3U at none against IPTV Streamer's 2. AM3U also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 4 weeks) and iOS requirement (9.3 vs 16.0). IPTV Streamer's advantage is ratings volume (3.8K vs 185). On price, rating, review sentiment 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. AM3U asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for IPTV Streamer against 4.6 for AM3U. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IPTV Streamer has 3.8K ratings behind it against 185, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 43% and 43% positive.

IPTV Streamer ships an update every 4 weeks, AM3U every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | IPTV Streamer | AM3U |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (3.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iptv-streamer/id1137962801/reviews) | **[4.6 (185 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/am3u/id6443454388/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.8K** | 185 |
| Positive reviews | 42.7% of reviews | **42.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 206 MB | 67 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **9.3** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | +17 |
| Developer | [HOLD-APPS - FZCO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1081636655) | [汝泉 张](https://appshunter.io/developer/904558410) |

## 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


### AM3U

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/am3u/id6443454388)

This application allows you to watch IPTV streams on your mobile device. It functions solely as a player, requiring you to add your own playlists via iCloud, URL, GitHub, or sharing from other apps. Supports M3U, M3U8, and TXT playlist formats.

**Highlights:** Watch IPTV streams, Add playlists via URL, Add playlists via iCloud, Add playlists via GitHub, Share playlists from other apps, Supports M3U, M3U8, TXT formats

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is IPTV Streamer free?

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

### Is AM3U free?

AM3U is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, IPTV Streamer or AM3U?

AM3U is rated higher. IPTV Streamer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 3.8K ratings, while AM3U averages 4.6 from 185 ratings.

### Do IPTV Streamer or AM3U have ads?

Both IPTV Streamer and AM3U show ads.

### Which is updated more often, IPTV Streamer or AM3U?

IPTV Streamer ships an update every 4 weeks, and AM3U every 2 days. Most recently, IPTV Streamer was updated on September 26, 2026 and AM3U on September 22, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*