# UniPlayer vs LillyPlayer

The clearest difference is rating: LillyPlayer at 4.6 against UniPlayer's 4.0. LillyPlayer also leads on ratings volume (714 vs 17). UniPlayer's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.6). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. UniPlayer sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and LillyPlayer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

LillyPlayer holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LillyPlayer has 714 ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 59% and 58% positive.

UniPlayer ships an update every 3 weeks, LillyPlayer fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | UniPlayer | LillyPlayer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/uniplayer-iptv-m3u-player/id1208562731/reviews) | **[4.6 (714 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lillyplayer-iptv-player/id1446967273/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 17 | **714** |
| Positive reviews | **58.8% of reviews** | 58.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 101 MB | 212 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 18.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV |
| Age rating | +17 | 4+ |
| Developer | [Vadim Suprovici](https://appshunter.io/developer/624666457) | [Eric Degrange](https://appshunter.io/developer/288483454) |

## What reviewers say

### UniPlayer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/uniplayer-iptv-m3u-player/id1208562731)

This application allows you to watch IPTV or OTT playlists on your iPhone and iPad. It offers features like playlist synchronization across devices, program guides, and content archives. You can also manage playlists, get viewing recommendations, and utilize parental controls.

**Highlights:** Playlist synchronization, Integrated program guide, Content archives, Parental controls, Viewing recommendations, Playlist management

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Base | $1.99 | one-time |
| Essential | $2.99 | one-time |
| Power Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| Annual | $19.99 | one-time |
| Pro+ Bundle | $29.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate | $49.99 | one-time |


### LillyPlayer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lillyplayer-iptv-player/id1446967273)

This app serves as a comprehensive media player for live TV, movies, and personal media files. It supports various streaming sources like IPTV and Xtream accounts, along with local network access and popular media servers. Enjoy advanced playback features and broad format compatibility.

**Highlights:** IPTV & Xtream playback, Local media file playback, Full program guide for live TV, Support for 4K HDR and Dolby Vision, AirPlay and Chromecast support, Picture-in-Picture mode, Trakt.tv synchronization

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 month | $0.99 | per month |
| 6 months | $4.49 | per 6 months |
| 1 year | $8.49 | per year |
| LillyPlayer Pro | $44.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and responsive
- 👍 Simple and intuitive UI
- 🎥 Wide range of content (movies, shows, live TV)
- ⏪ Rewind live TV
- 💻 Works well on multiple devices (iPhone, iPad, Apple TV)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes after recent updates
- 🔍 Poor search and navigation
- 🌐 Language issues (mixed English and French)
- 🔧 Lack of updates and developer support
- 🔻 Frequent buffering and lags

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when screen dims
- Unable to save playlists and favorites
- EPG not updating properly
- Playlist/server import issues

**Requested features**

- Add Airplay support
- Implement Picture-in-Picture mode
- Improve EPG and series management
- Restore Stalker player functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is UniPlayer free?

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

### Is LillyPlayer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, UniPlayer or LillyPlayer?

LillyPlayer is rated higher. UniPlayer averages 4.0 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while LillyPlayer averages 4.6 from 714 ratings.

### Do UniPlayer or LillyPlayer have ads?

LillyPlayer shows ads; UniPlayer does not.

### Which is updated more often, UniPlayer or LillyPlayer?

UniPlayer ships an update every 3 weeks, and LillyPlayer fortnightly. Most recently, UniPlayer was updated on November 6, 2026 and LillyPlayer on November 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.*