# GoTV vs Channels Pro

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GoTV at none against Channels Pro's 18. GoTV also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (59% vs 50%). Channels Pro's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks) and ratings volume (4.5K vs 761). On price, rating and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Channels Pro sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. GoTV asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for GoTV against 4.5 for Channels Pro. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Channels Pro has 4.5K ratings behind it against 761, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 59% of GoTV's written reviews are positive against 50% of Channels Pro's.

GoTV ships an update every 3 weeks, Channels Pro weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GoTV | Channels Pro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (761 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gotv-m3u-iptv-player/id1271283728/reviews)** | [4.5 (4.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/channels-pro-iptv-player/id1491605049/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 761 | **4.5K** |
| Positive reviews | **59.2% of reviews** | 49.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 40 MB | 78 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Leszek Szary](https://appshunter.io/developer/464282200) | [Furkan Simsir](https://appshunter.io/developer/1191021297) |

## 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


### Channels Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/channels-pro-iptv-player/id1491605049)

Stream live TV channels from your own M3U playlists. Enjoy unlimited playlists, pause/play/rewind, and fast search. A premium version offers an ad-free experience and custom icons.

**Highlights:** Unlimited streaming, Unlimited playlists, Pause, play, and rewind, Fast channel search, Hide unwanted categories, Favorite channels

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium 1 Month | $1.99 | per month |
| Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium 1 Week | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium 1 Month | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium 1 Month | $5.99 | per month |
| Premium 1 Month | $5.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Premium 1 Month | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium 1 Year | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium 1 Year | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium 1 Year | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium 1 Year | $59.99 | per year |
| Premium 1 Year | $59.99 | per year |
| Premium 1 Year | $99.99 | per year |
| Channels Premium | $29.99 | one-time |
| Premium Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth performance
- 👍 Aesthetically pleasing design
- 🤩 Great for sports fans

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent buffering and freezing issues
- 🔌 Excessive ads and promotional content
- 🔍 Inconsistent channel availability

**Reported bugs**

- Channels not loading properly
- Streams randomly stopping or crashing
- Compatibility issues with older devices

**Requested features**

- Add Chromecast/AirPlay support
- Improve playlist management
- Expand content library with movies and TV shows


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GoTV free?

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

### Is Channels Pro free?

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

### Which has better reviews, GoTV or Channels Pro?

GoTV is rated higher. GoTV averages 4.6 out of 5 from 761 ratings, while Channels Pro averages 4.5 from 4.5K ratings.

### Do GoTV or Channels Pro have ads?

Channels Pro shows ads; GoTV does not.

### Which is updated more often, GoTV or Channels Pro?

GoTV ships an update every 3 weeks, and Channels Pro weekly. Most recently, GoTV was updated on October 29, 2026 and Channels Pro on October 30, 2026.

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