iSTB Lite vs Playgos App
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Add/remove portals
- Search channels by name
- Add channels to favorites
- Electronic programming guide (EPG)
- View VOD content
- Watch with subtitles
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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.
Playgos App
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Playgos App brings you live Punjabi TV streaming in one simple and fast application. Features: • Watch Sanjha TV live • Watch NewsOnly live • Listen to Sanjha TV Radio (coming soon) • Watch latest Sanjha TV YouTube video content • Smooth and easy-to-use interface • Fast streaming experience The app provides access to official streaming content from FYI Media Group channels. Stay connected with Punjabi news, entertainment, discussions, and live updates anytime, anywhere.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: iSTB Lite at 5 against Playgos App's 3. On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | iSTB Lite | Playgos App |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.6 (74 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 31.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 74 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 117 MB | 23 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Nihal Ahmed | sukhwinder sandhu |
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
Playgos App
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
iSTB Lite
No in-app purchases
Playgos App
No in-app purchases









