Comparison

Playlist Lab vs Gridstreamr

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Playlist Lab

This app allows users to create and edit music playlists with intuitive drag-and-drop functionality. It supports tracks from iTunes and audio files, offering advanced sorting and crossfading features for a seamless listening experience. Enjoy real-time audio spectrum displays during playback.

Highlights
  • Drag and drop playlist creation
  • Create playlists from artists, composers, or genres
  • Edit track genre and rating
  • Sort tracks by various criteria
  • Random sorting with shuffle preview
  • Automatic and manual crossfading
  • Real-time audio spectrum display
Features
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Playlist Lab gives you the ability to take charge of your music. • Create and edit playlists with easy drag and drop • Display lists of tracks of any artist, composer, or genre, creating playlists from them with a single command. • Edit the genre and rating of tracks, create new genres. • Include tracks from inside your iTunes library and from audio files too. • Sort by title, artist, composer, genre, rating, last played date, etc... • Sort randomly. See the order of tracks in “shuffle” mode before they play. Drag and drop to tweak the order. Playlist Lab allows cross-fading between tracks. It has a unique auto-crossfade-time feature that finds quiet sections at the beginning and ending of tracks and brings them together for seamless playback. You can manually adjust the automatic crossfade times. See the loudness-vs-time curve for each track. A real-time audio spectrum display informs and entertains during playback.

About

Gridstreamr

Consolidate all your streaming services into one intelligent platform. Manage, organize, and stream live TV, movies, and series from multiple sources with customizable playlists and advanced playback features.

Highlights
  • Unified IPTV management
  • Customizable linked playlists
  • Secure playlist sharing
  • Multi-source connectivity
  • Advanced playback engine
  • Seamless cross-device sync
Features
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GridStreamr: Your Streaming Universe, Unified. GridStreamr is a powerful AI IPTV management platform and high-performance player built for viewers who want full control over their streaming ecosystem. Instead of juggling multiple apps, accounts, and devices, GridStreamr brings everything together into one intelligent workspace where you manage, organize, and stream Live TV, Movies, and Series, your way. More than a player, GridStreamr acts as a central control layer for your IPTV sources, allowing you not only to watch content, but to reshape, share, and reuse it across all your devices and favorite players. Core Features & Capabilities Multi-Source Connectivity - Connect multiple IPTV services with ease using Xtream Codes API or standard M3U playlists. Manage all your sources in one place with a clean, unified interface. Powerful Linked Playlists - Create fully customized playlists by blending channels, movies, and series from different sources into a single, organized lineup. Rename, reorder, and group content exactly how you want — no provider limitations. IPTV Sharing, Reinvented - Safely share your curated playlists with friends or family using virtual access credentials: • Time-limited shares (hours, days, or custom durations) • User-specific access • Instant revocation at any time Your original IPTV credentials are never exposed. Works With Other Players & Devices like TiviMate, IBO and many more Every GridStreamr linked playlist can be used as a standard XTREAM source, allowing you to: • Plug your curated playlists into any IPTV app or device that supports XTREAM • Use the same configuration on TV, mobile, tablet, Windows, and macOS • Configure once, stream everywhere GridStreamr adapts to your setup — not the other way around. Comprehensive EPG Support - Browse current and upcoming programming with a rich Electronic Program Guide, presented in a smooth, interactive timeline for Live TV. Premium Playback Engine - Enjoy smooth, high-quality playback with advanced features including: • Multiple audio tracks • Subtitle selection and styling • Precise seeking and playback controls Built for reliability and performance. - Smart Organization Tools Take control of your library with fluid, intuitive management: • Drag-and-drop reordering • Custom naming and categorization • Favorites and quick access lists • Uplift your movies and series information through your TMDB account Seamless Continuity - Your Continue Watching list and Favorites automatically sync across devices, so you can switch screens without missing a beat. The GridStreamr Premium Advantage Unlock the full potential of your IPTV setup: • Unlimited Sources – Add unlimited Xtream accounts and M3U playlists • Extended and Configurable EPG Access to More than 40000 channels and full 24-hour program timelines • Advanced Player Features – Multi-audio, subtitle customization, enhanced controls • Secure Playlist Sharing – Create time-bound, revocable shares with confidence • TMDB integration to enrich your content quality Why Users Choose GridStreamr GridStreamr redefines IPTV by combining speed, simplicity, and architectural power. Whether you’re managing multiple providers, creating curated playlists for others, or just enjoying your favorite shows, GridStreamr delivers a professional-grade experience without complexity. Your streaming. Your structure. Your rules. Explore more at www.gridstreamr.com

Screenshots

Playlist Lab4 screens
Gridstreamr4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Gridstreamr at 100% against Playlist Lab's 0%. Gridstreamr also leads on rating (4.3 vs 2.0) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 27 months). Playlist Lab's advantage is iOS requirement (9.3 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Playlist Lab sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Gridstreamr sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Gridstreamr holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 8 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Playlist Lab's written reviews are positive against 100% of Gridstreamr's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Playlist Lab ships an update every 27 months, Gridstreamr every 6 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Playlist Lab versus Gridstreamr: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlaylist LabGridstreamr
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (6 ratings)4.3 (8 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings68 — better
Update frequencyEvery 27 monthsEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.3 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB154 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChristopher SchardtLuis Simoes

Customer experience

Playlist Lab

All ratings6 ratings
Positive16.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative83.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Gridstreamr

All ratings7 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Playlist Lab

One-time2
  • Authoring$1.99
  • Pro Features$4.99
3 purchases

Gridstreamr

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium Subscription$1.991 Month
  • Annual Premium Subscription7 Days trial$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • GAI 500 Credits$0.99

Questions

Is Playlist Lab free?
Playlist Lab is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Gridstreamr free?
Gridstreamr is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Playlist Lab or Gridstreamr?
Gridstreamr is rated higher. Playlist Lab averages 2.0 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Gridstreamr averages 4.3 from 8 ratings.
Do Playlist Lab or Gridstreamr have ads?
Neither Playlist Lab nor Gridstreamr shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Playlist Lab or Gridstreamr?
Playlist Lab ships an update every 27 months, and Gridstreamr every 6 days. Most recently, Playlist Lab was updated on October 24, 2026 and Gridstreamr on October 24, 2026.

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