Comparison

IPTV Smarters Player Expert vs ShawnTV

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

Head to head
About

IPTV Smarters Player Expert

This app is a powerful IPTV player that supports various playlist formats and API integrations. It offers features like EPG, offline viewing, Chromecast support, and multi-profile management for a seamless streaming experience.

Highlights
  • M3U/M3U8 playlist import
  • Xtream Codes API integration
  • Electronic Program Guide (EPG)
  • Chromecast support
  • Offline video downloads
  • Multi-profile support
  • Dark mode UI
Features
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IPTV Expert: The Ultimate IPTV Player for Seamless Streaming Enjoy your IPTV across every screen. IPTV Expert supports your playlists and providers, while your Expert account keeps sources, favorites, recently watched content, and playback progress in sync across Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, Mac, and other supported platforms. ONE ACCOUNT. ONE PREMIUM SUBSCRIPTION. Sign in once and your Premium access follows you across every supported Expert platform. An Expert account is required for synchronization. Syncing favorites, recently watched content and playback progress is part of Premium. EPG, replay and playback availability depend on your source and device. Why Choose IPTV Expert? • Easy Playlist Import: Effortlessly import M3U/M3U8 playlists via URL, Xtream Codes API, or Stalker Portal. • Superior Sorting: Automatically categorizes your playlists into Live TV, Series, and Movies for easy navigation. • AirPlay and Chromecast support • Electronic Program Guide (EPG): Stay updated with detailed EPG and never miss your favorite shows again! • Multiscreen: Watch up to 4 live channels at once, choose which one you hear, put one in full screen or rearrange the grid. The number of simultaneous channels depends on the connections allowed by your provider. • Parental Controls (Premium): Protect channels, movies, series or entire categories of each playlist with a 4-digit PIN. The PIN is requested before playback; once entered, protected content stays unlocked for 5 minutes. With an Expert account, your PIN and protections sync across all your devices, and a forgotten PIN can be reset by email. • Offline Viewing: Download videos and watch them anytime, anywhere without an internet connection. • Replay Feature: Missed something? Use the replay feature to catch up on missed moments. • Subtitles Support: Understand every dialogue with subtitles support. • Multiple Sources: Add several IPTV providers for a diverse viewing experience. • Favorites Feature: Quickly access your top picks. • Stunning UI: Navigate through a beautiful interface with a captivating dark mode. • Series Browsing: Easily find and binge-watch your favorite series. • Customizable Viewing: Filter by language, search for videos, and watch in portrait or landscape mode without glitches. IPTV Expert Key Features: • Comprehensive IPTV Support: Works seamlessly with all IPTV services and providers. • OTT Streaming: Enjoy OTT streaming like never before. • M3U8 and M3U Support: Full support for M3U8 and M3U playlists. • SmartTV Compatibility: Perfect for smarttv and other smart devices. • Xtream Codes API: Easy integration with Xtream Codes API. • Stalker Portal: Full compatibility with Stalker Portal for added flexibility. • Live Streaming: Uninterrupted live TV streaming. • Smart Interface: A smart interface designed for ease of use. • High-Quality Streaming: Enjoy high-quality streaming with minimal buffering. Important Note: IPTV Expert does not provide media content. Users need to add a playlist from their IPTV provider. Missing a feature? We’d love to hear from you! Send us your suggestions. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

ShawnTV

Features
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ShawnTV is a media player for playlists you provide. It does not include channels, movies, or TV shows, and it is not affiliated with any content provider. Add your own M3U playlist or Xtream login, then browse and play on iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV. Watch your way Live TV with program guide information when your playlist provides it Movies and series with posters, ratings, and descriptions Search across live TV, movies, and shows My list for channels and titles you want to keep handy Resume playback and a simple watch history Built for the living room Column layout that feels at home on Apple TV The same playlist on iPhone and iPad, including downloads for offline viewing on those devices You stay in control Choose how often ShawnTV refreshes your playlist Your playlist stays on the device; ShawnTV is a player only Any paid upgrade, if offered, unlocks app features only. It does not include, unlock, or provide access to channels, streams, or media. ShawnTV is not affiliated with any IPTV or streaming service. You are responsible for using playlists and sources you are allowed to access.

Screenshots

IPTV Smarters Player Expert4 screens
ShawnTV3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: IPTV Smarters Player Expert at Free against ShawnTV's $29.99. IPTV Smarters Player Expert also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 6 weeks) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). ShawnTV's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On 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

IPTV Smarters Player Expert is free to download; ShawnTV costs $29.99 up front. IPTV Smarters Player Expert sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. ShawnTV asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

IPTV Smarters Player Expert ships an update every 3 days, ShawnTV every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
IPTV Smarters Player Expert versus ShawnTV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIPTV Smarters Player ExpertShawnTV
PriceFree — better$29.99
Rating4.3 (486 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews74.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings486 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, Apple TV
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size122 MB52 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLIFTOFFEKPAREMU OGULU

Bugs and requests

IPTV Smarters Player Expert

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Subscription issues after initial purchase
  • Channels not loading or crashing
  • Sudden loss of functionality after updates

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add picture-in-picture mode
  • Implement better subtitle and audio track selection
  • Improve EPG data accuracy and customization
  • Introduce background playback and resume functionality
  • Add AirPlay and Chromecast support

ShawnTV

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

IPTV Smarters Player Expert

Subscriptions8
  • IPTV Player - Monthly$0.991 Month
  • IPTV Player - Monthly$1.991 Month
  • IPTV Player - Weekly$3.997 Days
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  • IPTV Player - Annual3 Days trial$5.991 Year
  • IPTV Player - Annual3 Days trial$9.991 Year
  • IPTV Player - Annual3 Days trial$12.991 Year
  • IPTV Player - Annual$12.991 Year
  • IPTV Player - Annual$22.991 Year
One-time2
  • IPTV Player - Lifetime$19.99
  • IPTV Player - Lifetime$24.99
None

ShawnTV

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is IPTV Smarters Player Expert free?
IPTV Smarters Player Expert is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ShawnTV free?
ShawnTV costs $29.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do IPTV Smarters Player Expert or ShawnTV have ads?
IPTV Smarters Player Expert shows ads; ShawnTV does not.
Which is updated more often, IPTV Smarters Player Expert or ShawnTV?
IPTV Smarters Player Expert ships an update every 3 days, and ShawnTV every 6 weeks. Most recently, IPTV Smarters Player Expert was updated on November 3, 2026 and ShawnTV on October 31, 2026.

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