Comparison

CHIPTV vs EPlay

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

Head to head
About

CHIPTV

Features
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Upozornění! Aplikace je určená výhradně pro koncové zákazníky společnosti CHIPMASTER s.r.o., která Vám poskytne příhlašovací údaje (jméno a heslo). Vlastnosti aplikace - živé televizní vysílání s možností přehrání od začátku - přehledný televizní program - až 7 denní archiv - nahrané pořady po dobu až 30 dní - chytré vyhledávání v archívu - rozšířené informace o pořadech - speciální verze pro tablety - nabídka více než 100 televizních kanálů včetně HD rozlišení (podle vybraného balíčku)

About

EPlay

This application serves as a modern IPTV player for your devices. It allows you to load your own M3U or M3U8 playlists, or sign in with Xtream Codes, to organize and play your media content beautifully. Enjoy a rich library experience with posters, ratings, and watch history, all powered by VLC for smooth playback.

Highlights
  • Load M3U/M3U8 playlists from URL or file
  • Sign in with Xtream Codes
  • Organized library with posters and details
  • Continue Watching and Favorites
  • Smooth playback with VLC
  • Audio and subtitle track selection
  • Customizable themes and languages
Features
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EPlay is a clean, modern IPTV player for iPhone, iPad and Mac. Load your own M3U or M3U8 playlist, or sign in with Xtream Codes, and EPlay turns it into a fast, beautiful library — everything plays from your own provider. EPlay does not include or provide any channels, streams or media. You bring your own playlist; EPlay just plays it, beautifully. YOUR PLAYLIST, YOUR WAY - Add an M3U / M3U8 playlist from a URL - Import a local .m3u / .m3u8 file - Sign in with Xtream Codes (username + password) - Keep multiple playlists and switch anytime A LIBRARY, NOT A LIST - Live TV and video-on-demand from your playlist, organized automatically - Rich posters, ratings and details (via TMDB) - Continue Watching, Favorites and watch history - Categories with instant search - accent- and locale-aware A PLAYER THAT RESPECTS YOU - Smooth playback powered by VLC - Audio and subtitle track selection - Gesture controls and a clean, hideable interface - iPad split view and Mac support MAKE IT YOURS - 3 themes x 3 accent colors - 40+ languages PRIVACY FIRST Your playlists and credentials stay on your device. No account required. DISCLAIMER EPlay is a media player only. It does not provide, host or supply any TV channels, streams or media. You must add your own, legally obtained M3U/M3U8 playlist or Xtream Codes credentials.

Screenshots

CHIPTV4 screens
EPlay4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: CHIPTV at none against EPlay's shown. CHIPTV also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). EPlay's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). On price 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CHIPTV ships an update every 4 months, EPlay monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
CHIPTV versus EPlay: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCHIPTVEPlay
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.6 (10 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings—10 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Ad-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB161 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer4NET.TV solutions a. s.Erge Akova

In-app purchases

None

CHIPTV

No in-app purchases

None

EPlay

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CHIPTV free?
CHIPTV is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is EPlay free?
EPlay is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CHIPTV or EPlay have ads?
EPlay shows ads; CHIPTV does not.
Which is updated more often, CHIPTV or EPlay?
CHIPTV ships an update every 4 months, and EPlay monthly. Most recently, CHIPTV was updated on November 11, 2026 and EPlay on November 12, 2026.

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