# GoTV vs Real IPTV Player

The clearest difference is rating: GoTV at 4.6 against Real IPTV Player's 2.6. GoTV also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and review sentiment (59% vs 25%). Real IPTV Player's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 12.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Real IPTV Player sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. GoTV asks for nothing beyond the download.

GoTV holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GoTV has 761 ratings behind it against 31, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of GoTV's written reviews are positive against 25% of Real IPTV Player's.

GoTV ships an update every 3 weeks, Real IPTV Player every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | GoTV | Real IPTV Player |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (761 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gotv-m3u-iptv-player/id1271283728/reviews)** | [2.6 (31 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/real-iptv-player/id1485667623/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **761** | 31 |
| Positive reviews | **59.2% of reviews** | 25.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 40 MB | 89 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Leszek Szary](https://appshunter.io/developer/464282200) | [Park Sim](https://appshunter.io/developer/824322317) |

## What reviewers say

### GoTV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gotv-m3u-iptv-player/id1271283728)

Stream live TV channels directly on your iPhone or iPad using M3U playlists. Enjoy online TV from your cable provider or free channels anywhere with an internet connection. Supports various streaming protocols for a seamless viewing experience.

**Highlights:** Watch live TV channels, Add M3U playlists via link or paste, Supports IPTV technology, Automatic playlist updates, Supports HLS, RTMP, RTSP streaming protocols

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 👍 Simple and user-friendly
- 🔒 No ads or intrusive features
- 🔥 Works great with old devices
- 💯 Reliable and stable

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional playback issues
- ⚠️ Lacks advanced features
- 📺 No Chromecast or external player support
- 🔍 Difficult to manage playlists

**Reported bugs**

- Playlist not loading properly
- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Compatibility issues with older iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Add Chromecast support
- Implement playlist editing and organization
- Introduce EPG (Electronic Program Guide)
- Enable background playback and PIP mode
- Support for external media players


### Real IPTV Player

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/real-iptv-player/id1485667623)

Watch live and non-live TV streams on your iPhone or iPad with this advanced IPTV solution. Supports M3U playlists, custom EPG, and quick search for an enhanced viewing experience. Enjoy uninterrupted playback with no ads.

**Highlights:** M3U playlist support, Copy/paste playlist functionality, Grouped channels, Playlist link support, Ad-free playback, Custom EPG, Quick search

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove ADS | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GoTV free?

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

### Is Real IPTV Player free?

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

### Which has better reviews, GoTV or Real IPTV Player?

GoTV is rated higher. GoTV averages 4.6 out of 5 from 761 ratings, while Real IPTV Player averages 2.6 from 31 ratings.

### Do GoTV or Real IPTV Player have ads?

Neither GoTV nor Real IPTV Player shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GoTV or Real IPTV Player?

GoTV ships an update every 3 weeks, and Real IPTV Player every 6 weeks. Most recently, GoTV was updated on November 3, 2026 and Real IPTV Player on November 3, 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.*