# IPTV Streamer vs TV Vala

The clearest difference is review sentiment: IPTV Streamer at 43% against TV Vala's 0%. IPTV Streamer also leads on rating (4.5 vs 2.7) and ratings volume (3.8K vs 3). TV Vala's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. IPTV Streamer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per year. TV Vala asks for nothing beyond the download.

IPTV Streamer holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IPTV Streamer has 3.8K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of IPTV Streamer's written reviews are positive against 0% of TV Vala's.

IPTV Streamer ships an update every 4 weeks, TV Vala every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | IPTV Streamer | TV Vala |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (3.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iptv-streamer/id1137962801/reviews)** | [2.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-vala/id6463457795/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.8K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | **42.6% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 206 MB | 111 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [HOLD-APPS - FZCO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1081636655) | [Telekomi I Kosoves SH.A.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1704394753) |

## 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


### TV Vala

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tv-vala/id6463457795)

Stream live TV channels, catch up on missed programs, and access a library of video-on-demand content. Enjoy a comprehensive entertainment experience on your mobile devices.

**Highlights:** Live streaming, Catch-up TV, Video-on-demand (VOD), Mobile streaming

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is IPTV Streamer free?

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

### Is TV Vala free?

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

### Which has better reviews, IPTV Streamer or TV Vala?

IPTV Streamer is rated higher. IPTV Streamer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 3.8K ratings, while TV Vala averages 2.7 from 3 ratings.

### Do IPTV Streamer or TV Vala have ads?

IPTV Streamer shows ads; TV Vala does not.

### Which is updated more often, IPTV Streamer or TV Vala?

IPTV Streamer ships an update every 4 weeks, and TV Vala every 3 months. Most recently, IPTV Streamer was updated on October 16, 2026 and TV Vala on October 6, 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.*