Comparison

Simplware vs PlayMe IPTV

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

Head to head
About

Simplware

Features
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The Simplware app is the easiest way for Telco operators and ISPs to provide TV services on mobile devices. The app provides rich user interface and possibility to watch Linear TV, VOD, navigate through EPG and search for content throughout the application.

About

PlayMe IPTV

This app organizes and enhances your existing IPTV playlists, transforming them into a visually rich streaming experience. It automatically fetches metadata, posters, and descriptions for your content, offering seamless playback and a beautiful library organization across all your Apple devices.

Highlights
  • Organizes M3U and Xtream playlists
  • Automatic metadata and posters
  • Cross-device iCloud sync
  • Powerful EPG (TV Guide)
  • Resume watching functionality
  • Favorites and search library
Features
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PlayMe IPTV transforms your M3U and Xtream playlists into a stunning streaming experience. Enjoy your content the way it should be — beautifully organized with automatic metadata, posters, and descriptions. WORKS ACROSS ALL YOUR APPLE DEVICES • iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, and Mac • Consistent experience everywhere • iCloud sync keeps playlists and viewing progress in sync • Start watching on one device and continue on another
 FEATURES YOU'LL LOVE • Favorites for quick access to your top content • Multiple playlist support • Search across your entire library • Dark mode optimized interface • Customizable accent colors 
BEAUTIFUL LIBRARY ORGANIZATION • Automatic detection of movies, TV series, and live channels • Rich metadata including posters, backdrops, and descriptions • Browse trending titles and see what's "In Your Library" • Smart series grouping with seasons and episodes POWERFUL EPG (TV GUIDE) • Full electronic program guide with timeline navigation • See what's playing now and coming up next • Progress indicators on live channels • Quick access to program details SEAMLESS PLAYBACK • Resume watching from where you left off • Continue Watching section on the home screen PlayMe IPTV is a media player for your own IPTV playlists. No content is included. A valid playlist from a content provider you have the legal right to access is required. PlayMe IPTV does not provide, host, sell, or distribute any television channels, movies, or media content. PlayMe Premium offers auto-renewable subscriptions: Individual Plans: • Weekly • Monthly • Yearly Family Plans: • Weekly • Monthly • Yearly Prices may vary by region and are displayed in the app. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://playmetv.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Simplware4 screens
PlayMe IPTV3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Simplware at none against PlayMe IPTV's 8. Simplware also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). PlayMe IPTV's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, 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. PlayMe IPTV sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Simplware asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Simplware ships an update every 3 months, PlayMe IPTV every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Simplware versus PlayMe IPTV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimplwarePlayMe IPTV
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TViPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSimplwareTen Friends

In-app purchases

None

Simplware

No in-app purchases

8 purchases

PlayMe IPTV

Subscriptions6
  • Premium - Weekly$0.997 Days
  • Premium - Monthly14 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Family - Weekly$1.997 Days
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  • Family - Monthly14 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Premium - Yearly14 Days trial$3.991 Year
  • Family - Yearly14 Days trial$4.991 Year
One-time2
  • LifeTime - Personal$3.99
  • LifeTime - Family$6.99

Questions

Is Simplware free?
Simplware is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PlayMe IPTV free?
PlayMe IPTV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Simplware or PlayMe IPTV have ads?
Neither Simplware nor PlayMe IPTV shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Simplware or PlayMe IPTV?
Simplware ships an update every 3 months, and PlayMe IPTV every 2 weeks. Most recently, Simplware was updated on September 17, 2026 and PlayMe IPTV on September 9, 2026.

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