Comparison

iSTB Lite 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 Lite

Watch IPTV content from various providers using MAC address, Xtream Codes API, or M3U playlists. Features include channel search, favorites, EPG, and VOD playback. This app requires a valid IPTV subscription.

Highlights
  • Add/remove portals
  • Search channels by name
  • Add channels to favorites
  • Electronic programming guide (EPG)
  • View VOD content
  • Watch with subtitles
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 this app to check if your provider is supported** **Some providers are not supported** Features: - Add/remove a portal - Search genres and channels by name - Add channels to a favorites list - Full electronic programming guide or EPG (dependent on your provider) - View VOD content (dependent on your provider) - Catch up on past programs (dependent on your provider) - Watch VOD with subtitles from OpenSubtitles - Watch multiple streams at once with Multi View (dependent on your provider) - Watch content in portrait or landscape - Dark theme Get the full version of the app for loads of other features: - Add/remove unlimited portals - Connect to multiple portals at once with profile groups - No interruptions while watching content - Download VOD content - Play audio in background - Watch multiple streams at once with Multi View (dependent on your provider) - Cast to TV (May not work with all providers. Requires VLC app to be installed and a Chromecast.) - Play picture in picture (supported devices) - Opening last view channel - And more! Please note: - This app works with MAC address & Xtream Codes based IPTV providers and M3U playlists only. Use this 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 turns your own IPTV playlist into a clean, fast TV experience on iPhone and iPad. Sign in with your Xtream details or paste an M3U / M3U8 link, and Opus sorts everything into Live TV, Movies and Series in seconds. WHY OPUS • Xtream Codes login: host, username and password • M3U and M3U8 (HLS) playlist links • Live TV with current program info and a per-channel TV guide • Custom EPG (XMLTV) URL support • Movies and Series with seasons, episodes, cast, ratings and trailers • Continue Watching, Favorites, Recently Added and Popular rows • Fast search across channels, movies and series • Picture-in-Picture and background audio • Subtitles and audio track selection, aspect ratio controls • Next Episode button so binge sessions never stop • Multiple playlists in one app • PIN lock for playlists, hide and reorder categories • Dedicated iPad layout ONE ACCOUNT, ALL YOUR SCREENS Create a free Opus account to keep playlists, favorites and watch progress in sync. Got an Apple TV? Scan the QR code on your TV with the Opus app and your playlists appear on the big screen instantly. PLANS Opus Pro removes the viewing limit and unlocks every feature. Pick how many devices you want to use with one Opus account: 2 devices: $2.99 / month, $7.99 / 3 months, $19.99 / year 5 devices: $4.99 / month, $12.99 / 3 months, $29.99 / year 10 devices: $39.99 / year, or $79.99 one-time lifetime purchase IMPORTANT Opus is a media player only. It does not include, sell or host any channels, streams or playlists, and it is not affiliated with any content provider. You need your own playlist or subscription from a service you are authorized to use. Images in the store listing are mock-ups. We do not support streaming copyrighted material without the rights holder's permission. Some movie and series details come from TMDB. Opus is an independent app with no endorsement from TMDB. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Recurring billing. Cancel anytime. When you purchase this subscription, the total amount will be charged to your Apple 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. Prices are in US dollars, may vary in countries other than the US, and are subject to change without notice. Privacy Policy: https://opusmediaplayer.com/privacy-policy/ Terms and Conditions: https://opusmediaplayer.com/terms-and-conditions/

Screenshots

iSTB Lite4 screens
IPTV Player4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: IPTV Player at 4.3 against iSTB Lite's 2.6. IPTV Player also leads on ratings volume (924 vs 73). iSTB Lite's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 16) and update cadence (every 8 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support 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. IPTV Player sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. iSTB Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

IPTV Player holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IPTV Player has 924 ratings behind it against 73, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 31% of iSTB Lite's written reviews are positive against 39% of IPTV Player's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iSTB Lite ships an update every 8 days, IPTV Player every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
iSTB Lite versus IPTV Player: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriSTB LiteIPTV Player
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.6 (73 ratings)4.3 (924 ratings) — better
Positive reviews31.0% of reviews38.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings73924 — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
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 Lite

All ratings73 ratings
Positive34.2%
Neutral11.0%
Negative54.8%
Written reviews100 reviews
Positive31.0%
Neutral13.0%
Negative56.0%

IPTV Player

All ratings924 ratings
Positive83.0%
Neutral4.1%
Negative12.9%
Written reviews465 reviews
Positive38.7%
Neutral12.0%
Negative49.2%

User reviews

iSTB Lite

From 73 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Good quality stream
  • 👍 Great for testing
  • 👍 Amazing player
  • 👍 Nice player
  • 👍 Intuitive and stable app

Room to improve

  • 💸 Expensive pro version
  • 💸 Overpriced
  • 💸 Too expensive
  • 💸 Price too high
  • 💸 Not affordable

IPTV Player

From 924 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 Lite

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • PiP not working properly
  • App stops working after iOS updates
  • Pop-up message stops movies
  • App closes when loading channels on MacBook
  • App not working on iOS devices
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  • Cannot watch in fullscreen
  • Buffering issue on Apple TV
  • Error: could not content from the portal
  • App doesn't load on LTE, only WiFi
  • Constant alerts stop programs

Requested features

16 requests
  • Playback speed controls
  • Support for WebVideoCast
  • Picture-in-picture support
  • Parental control
  • Record video functionality
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  • Volume control
  • M3U list support
  • Add multiple profiles
  • Support for Mac platform
  • Apple TV compatibility (native)
  • Full screen button
  • Panel usage time
  • More list slots
  • Discount on pro version
  • Support for AirPlay
  • Support for German language

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

None

iSTB Lite

No in-app purchases

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 Lite free?
iSTB Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is IPTV Player free?
IPTV Player is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, iSTB Lite or IPTV Player?
IPTV Player is rated higher. iSTB Lite averages 2.6 out of 5 from 73 ratings, while IPTV Player averages 4.3 from 924 ratings.
Do iSTB Lite or IPTV Player have ads?
Neither iSTB Lite nor IPTV Player shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iSTB Lite or IPTV Player?
iSTB Lite ships an update every 8 days, and IPTV Player every 3 weeks. Most recently, iSTB Lite was updated on October 23, 2026 and IPTV Player on October 24, 2026.

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