# SmartViewTV vs IPTV Smarters Player PRO

The clearest difference is review sentiment: IPTV Smarters Player PRO at 59% against SmartViewTV's 0%. IPTV Smarters Player PRO also leads on rating (4.6 vs 2.7) and ratings volume (1.4K vs 3). SmartViewTV's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. IPTV Smarters Player PRO sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. SmartViewTV asks for nothing beyond the download.

IPTV Smarters Player PRO holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IPTV Smarters Player PRO has 1.4K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of SmartViewTV's written reviews are positive against 59% of IPTV Smarters Player PRO's.

SmartViewTV ships an update monthly, IPTV Smarters Player PRO weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SmartViewTV | IPTV Smarters Player PRO |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartviewtv/id1321344647/reviews) | **[4.6 (1.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iptv-smarters-player-pro/id6451247341/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **1.4K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **58.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 57 MB | 141 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SHENZHEN GENIATECH INC.,LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/542603014) | [Paul Kenneth](https://appshunter.io/developer/1554751452) |

## What reviewers say

### SmartViewTV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartviewtv/id1321344647)

Stream live, free-to-air ATSC television to your iPad or iPhone. Record shows directly to your device, even in the background, and transfer them to your computer. Access a seven-day program guide with detailed information and sharing options.

**Highlights:** Watch, pause, and timeshift live TV, Record shows directly to device, Transfer recordings to Mac/PC, 7-day program guide, Share show recommendations, Teletext support (iPad)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### IPTV Smarters Player PRO

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iptv-smarters-player-pro/id6451247341)

Organize and stream your digital content, including live TV, movies, and sports, across all your devices. This player supports various playlist formats and offers features like parental controls and a program guide.

**Highlights:** Supports M3U, Xtream, and XSPF playlists, Built-in IPTV player, Chromecast & Airplay support, Electronic Program Guide (EPG), Parental control and content locking, Favorites and viewing history

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Pro | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Pro | $5.99 | per month |
| Yearly Pro | $17.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Pro | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy installation and user-friendly
- 🚀 Seamless streaming
- 🚀 Stable and no glitches
- 👍 Great layout and design
- 🚀 Efficient app with best quality

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Casting/AirPlay not working properly
- 🐛 EPG (Electronic Program Guide) not working
- 🐛 Frequent buffering issues
- 🐛 App crashes and doesn't restart
- 🐛 Paid app but not working as expected

**Reported bugs**

- System shuts down and won't restart
- Can't load or play channels
- Paid subscription but no channels received
- Casting only works for audio, not video

**Requested features**

- Add PIP (Picture-in-Picture) mode
- Implement ability to favorite TV shows
- Add option to download all content
- Improve download speeds
- Provide better support and responsiveness


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SmartViewTV free?

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

### Is IPTV Smarters Player PRO free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SmartViewTV or IPTV Smarters Player PRO?

IPTV Smarters Player PRO is rated higher. SmartViewTV averages 2.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while IPTV Smarters Player PRO averages 4.6 from 1.4K ratings.

### Do SmartViewTV or IPTV Smarters Player PRO have ads?

IPTV Smarters Player PRO shows ads; SmartViewTV does not.

### Which is updated more often, SmartViewTV or IPTV Smarters Player PRO?

SmartViewTV ships an update monthly, and IPTV Smarters Player PRO weekly. Most recently, SmartViewTV was updated on October 24, 2026 and IPTV Smarters Player PRO on October 30, 2026.

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