Comparison

iSTB vs IPTV Player

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

Head to head
About

iSTB

Stream IPTV content from MAC address-based providers, Xtream Codes API, and M3U playlists. Enjoy features like EPG, VOD with subtitles, multi-view, and background audio playback. Requires a valid IPTV subscription.

Highlights
  • Add/remove unlimited portals
  • Connect to multiple portals
  • Search channels and genres
  • Electronic programming guide (EPG)
  • View & download VOD content
  • Watch VOD with subtitles
  • Multi View and Picture in Picture
Features
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iSTB allows you to watch IPTV from MAC address based providers which use Stalker Middleware, providers using the Xtream Codes API and M3U playlists. **Please use the iSTB Lite app to check if your provider is supported** **Some providers are not supported** Features: - Add/remove unlimited portals - Connect to multiple portals at once with profile groups - Search genres by name - Search channels by name - Add channels to a favorites list - Full electronic programming guide or EPG (dependent on your provider) - View & download VOD content (dependent on your provider) - Catch up on past programs (dependent on your provider) - Watch VOD with subtitles from OpenSubtitles - Resuming of VOD and catch up content - Play audio in background - Watch multiple streams at once with Multi View (dependent on your provider) - Play picture in picture (supported devices) - Cast to TV (May not work with all providers. Requires VLC app to be installed and a Chromecast.) - Watch content in portrait or landscape - Dark theme - And more! Please note: - This app works with MAC address & Xtream Codes based IPTV providers and M3U playlists only. Download the iSTB Lite app to check if your provider is supported. - You will need a valid subscription with an IPTV provider to watch content. This app does not offer any video or audio content itself. - All content is provided by your IPTV provider. If you have any questions or problems regarding the content or your subscription, please contact your IPTV provider directly. - You will need an active internet connection to watch content. Data charges may apply. Please check with your internet provider directly. - By using this app, you acknowledge and agree that you have the legal right to access and view the content provided by you. The app does not host, store, or distribute any copyrighted content. Users are solely responsible for ensuring that they comply with applicable laws, regulations, and copyright agreements when accessing and streaming content. The app and its developers assume no liability for any misuse of the service. If you do not have the necessary rights to access certain content, you must refrain from using the app for such purposes.

About

IPTV Player

This app is a smart IPTV player that allows you to watch live TV, movies, and series from your own m3u or Xtream playlists. It offers features like detailed content browsing, watch history, and smart search for an enhanced viewing experience.

Highlights
  • Watch live TV, movies, and series
  • Supports m3u and Xtream playlists
  • Browse content details and trailers
  • Favorite content for quick access
  • Continue watching where you left off
  • Smart search functionality
  • Picture-in-picture support
Features
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Opus is a fast, reliable IPTV player for your own playlists and subscriptions. Connect an Xtream login or load any M3U / M3U8 (HLS) playlist, sync it to your TV in seconds with QR Sync, and enjoy smooth live playback with a full EPG guide. KEY FEATURES • Xtream login support — connect with host, username and password • M3U & M3U8 playlist support with HLS streaming • Built-in EPG: see what's on now and next • QR Sync: move your playlists from phone to TV instantly • Live TV, movies and series from your own subscription, organized automatically • Picture-in-Picture and background playback • Continue watching series and movies where you left off • Fast channel zapping and a clean, easy-to-use interface Opus does not provide any channels, streams or content. You need your own playlist or subscription from your provider. Bring your playlist — Opus does the rest. **WARNINGS** - OPUS IPTV Player uses the TMDB API to provide information about your digital content, but it is not endorsed or approved by TMDB. - It uses the VLCKit player. The player is maintained by the developer of VLC. - The screenshots shown on this page are provided as examples only and do not point to any actual video content. Neither OPUS IPTV nor its founder provides digital content and is not responsible for your content. To use this application, you are asked to provide your digital content. - Sample videos and images are under Public Domain and do not violate any copyright. **DISCLAIMER** - OPUS IPTV Player does not provide or solicit any audiovisual content to the users. - OPUS IPTV Player has no affiliation with any third-party provider whatsoever. - Users must provide their content. - We strictly do not endorse the streaming of copyright-protected material without permission of the copyright holder. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Recurring billing. Cancel anytime. When you purchase this subscription, the total amount will be charged to your iTunes account. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. The account will be charged for renewal 24 hours before the end of the current period. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. If you purchase a subscription to this publication, any unused portion of the free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited. For more information, please visit our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. === Packages === $9.99/ 3 months $29.99 / 1 year $49.99 for lifetime Prices are in US dollars, may vary in countries other than the US, and are subject to change without notice. Privacy Policy: https://opusiptv.com/privacy-policy/ Terms and Conditions: https://opusiptv.com/terms-and-conditions/

Screenshots

iSTB4 screens
IPTV Player1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: IPTV Player at Free against iSTB's $14.99. iSTB's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.3) and review sentiment (59% vs 38%). On ratings volume, update cadence, 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

IPTV Player is free to download; iSTB costs $14.99 up front. iSTB sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and IPTV Player sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iSTB holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.8K and 918 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of iSTB's written reviews are positive against 38% of IPTV Player's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iSTB ships an update every 9 days, IPTV Player every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
iSTB versus IPTV Player: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriSTBIPTV Player
Price$14.99Free — better
Rating4.6 (1.8K ratings) — better4.3 (918 ratings)
Positive reviews58.9% of reviews — better38.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1.8K — better918
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
Best chart rank#8 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size117 MB146 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperNihal AhmedBIEL LLC

Customer experience

iSTB

All ratings1,768 ratings
Positive89.3%
Neutral2.9%
Negative7.9%
Written reviews462 reviews
Positive58.9%
Neutral10.8%
Negative30.3%

IPTV Player

All ratings918 ratings
Positive83.0%
Neutral4.0%
Negative13.0%
Written reviews460 reviews
Positive38.0%
Neutral12.2%
Negative49.8%

User reviews

iSTB

From 1.8K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 User-friendly app
  • 🚀 Smooth streaming
  • 🔒 Reliable service
  • 💡 Useful features like EPG and favorites
  • 🎨 Good interface design

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and freezes
  • 🔋 Battery drain issues
  • 🔍 Difficult navigation and search
  • 📺 Compatibility problems on some devices
  • 💸 Expensive for some users

IPTV Player

From 918 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Stable app
  • 👍 Intuitive interface
  • 🚀 Fast playback
  • 🚀 Seamless syncing across devices

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and freezes
  • 🐛 Buggy playback
  • 🐛 Unreliable restore purchases
  • 🐛 Slow initial load times
  • 💰 Expensive subscription

Bugs and requests

iSTB

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Xtream codes not working
  • Catchup TV not functioning
  • Channels not loading or buffering
  • Sync issues across devices
  • Playback problems on specific networks

Requested features

5 requests
  • Picture-in-Picture mode
  • Chromecast/AirPlay support
  • More customization options
  • Improved EPG and channel organization
  • Background playback and multi-tasking

IPTV Player

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Constant login prompts
  • Playlist download issues
  • Incorrect metadata display
  • Unreliable 'Continue Watching' feature
  • Incompatibility with some devices

Requested features

8 requests
  • Parental controls
  • A-Z channel sorting
  • Favorites management
  • Grid-style channel layout
  • Live TV EPG
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  • Offline viewing/downloads
  • Multi-view/PIP support
  • Automatic playlist updates

In-app purchases

7 purchases

iSTB

One-time7
  • Starter Pack$0.99
  • Supporter$0.99
  • Regular Pack$1.99
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  • Silver Booster$2.99
  • Binge Pack$4.99
  • Gold Patron$4.99
  • Top Donor$9.99
16 purchases

IPTV Player

Subscriptions13
  • Single Monthly3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • OPUS PREMIUM$4.991 Month
  • Weekly V2$4.997 Days
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  • Opus Pro 3 Months V3$9.993 Months
  • OPUS PRO 3 Months V4$9.993 Months
  • Monthly V2$9.991 Month
  • 3 Months V2$14.993 Months
  • Special Offer Yearly$14.991 Year
  • 6 Months V2$19.996 Months
  • Yearly V2$29.991 Year
  • Opus Pro Yearly V4$29.991 Year
  • OPUS PRO Yearly V4$29.991 Year
  • Single Yearly3 Days trial$32.991 Year
One-time3
  • OPUS Extra Device$24.99
  • Opus Pro Lifetime$39.99
  • Opus Pro Lifetime$79.99

Questions

Is iSTB free?
iSTB costs $14.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is IPTV Player free?
IPTV Player is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, iSTB or IPTV Player?
iSTB is rated higher. iSTB averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.8K ratings, while IPTV Player averages 4.3 from 918 ratings.
Do iSTB or IPTV Player have ads?
Neither iSTB nor IPTV Player shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iSTB or IPTV Player?
iSTB ships an update every 9 days, and IPTV Player every 3 weeks. Most recently, iSTB was updated on October 20, 2026 and IPTV Player on October 19, 2026.

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