# IPTV Streamer vs Smart IPTV Player

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Smart IPTV Player at 100% against IPTV Streamer's 43%. Smart IPTV Player also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). IPTV Streamer's advantage is ratings volume (3.8K vs 8). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. IPTV Streamer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per year and Smart IPTV Player sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Smart IPTV Player holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IPTV Streamer has 3.8K ratings behind it against 8, 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 100% of Smart IPTV Player's.

IPTV Streamer ships an update every 4 weeks, Smart IPTV Player fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | IPTV Streamer | Smart IPTV Player |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (3.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iptv-streamer/id1137962801/reviews) | **[4.8 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-iptv-player-live-tv/id6670185911/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.8K** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | 42.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 208 MB | 66 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [HOLD-APPS - FZCO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1081636655) | [Muhammad Ajmal](https://appshunter.io/developer/1370561935) |

## 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, iPhone Duo 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


### Smart IPTV Player

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-iptv-player-live-tv/id6670185911)

This media player allows users to organize and stream their own content sources, including live channels and on-demand videos. It supports multiple formats, dynamic playback, and high-resolution streaming, offering a modern interface for easy access and organization.

**Highlights:** Multiple format support, Efficient source management, Dynamic playback adjustment, High-resolution streaming (up to 4K), Live channels and on-demand content, Modern and organized interface, Multi-window view

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly 3 Day Trial | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Unlimited | $39.99 | per year |
| IPTV Premium Lifetime Access | $7.99 | one-time |
| IPTV Premium Lifetime on Sale | $19.00 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is IPTV Streamer free?

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

### Is Smart IPTV Player free?

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

### Which has better reviews, IPTV Streamer or Smart IPTV Player?

Smart IPTV Player is rated higher. IPTV Streamer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 3.8K ratings, while Smart IPTV Player averages 4.8 from 8 ratings.

### Do IPTV Streamer or Smart IPTV Player have ads?

IPTV Streamer shows ads; Smart IPTV Player does not.

### Which is updated more often, IPTV Streamer or Smart IPTV Player?

IPTV Streamer ships an update every 4 weeks, and Smart IPTV Player fortnightly. Most recently, IPTV Streamer was updated on November 2, 2026 and Smart IPTV Player on October 30, 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.*