Comparison

EPlay vs IPTV MAX

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

Head to head
About

EPlay

This media player lets you stream your own audio, video, live broadcasts, movies, series, and radio using M3U URLs. Add your desired playlists to enjoy your personal media library on your iPhone or iPad.

Highlights
  • Play local audio/video files
  • Stream M3U playlists
  • Live broadcast support
  • Movie and series playback
  • Radio streaming
Features
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EPlay is a clean, modern IPTV player for iPhone, iPad and Mac. Load your own M3U or M3U8 playlist, or sign in with Xtream Codes, and EPlay turns it into a fast, beautiful library — everything plays from your own provider. EPlay does not include or provide any channels, streams or media. You bring your own playlist; EPlay just plays it, beautifully. YOUR PLAYLIST, YOUR WAY - Add an M3U / M3U8 playlist from a URL - Import a local .m3u / .m3u8 file - Sign in with Xtream Codes (username + password) - Keep multiple playlists and switch anytime A LIBRARY, NOT A LIST - Live TV and video-on-demand from your playlist, organized automatically - Rich posters, ratings and details (via TMDB) - Continue Watching, Favorites and watch history - Categories with instant search - accent- and locale-aware A PLAYER THAT RESPECTS YOU - Smooth playback powered by VLC - Audio and subtitle track selection - Gesture controls and a clean, hideable interface - iPad split view and Mac support MAKE IT YOURS - 3 themes x 3 accent colors - 40+ languages PRIVACY FIRST Your playlists and credentials stay on your device. No account required. DISCLAIMER EPlay is a media player only. It does not provide, host or supply any TV channels, streams or media. You must add your own, legally obtained M3U/M3U8 playlist or Xtream Codes credentials.

About

IPTV MAX

Features
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IPTV MAX is a fast, modern player for your IPTV streams. Bring your M3U playlist or Xtream Codes credentials from any provider, and IPTV MAX gives you a clean Live TV grid, full EPG, catch-up, movies, and series — synced across every device you sign in on. WHAT YOU CAN DO • Add IPTV sources via M3U URL, M3U file, or Xtream Codes (username + password + portal URL) • Browse Live TV with a real electronic program guide (EPG), now / next, and channel logos • Catch-up — rewind anything that aired in the last few days, if your provider supports it • Watch on-demand movies and TV series from your provider's VOD catalog • Create a watchlist to keep track of what's next • Pick up where you left off — resume position syncs across phone, tablet, and other devices • Multiple profiles so each household member keeps their own watch history • Picture-in-picture, AirPlay, and external display support • Subtitle and audio track selection on movies and series IPTV MAX+ A free 7-day trial unlocks IPTV MAX+: unlimited IPTV sources, up to 4 profiles, watchlist, and full cross-device sync of your watch history and favorites. Plans after the trial: • Monthly — €2.99 / month • Yearly — €14.99 / year (save 58%) • Lifetime — €29.99 one-time WE DO NOT PROVIDE IPTV CONTENT IPTV MAX is a player. It does not include, host, or sell any TV channels, movies, or sports broadcasts. To use the app you need an IPTV subscription from a third-party provider that supplies M3U or Xtream credentials. You are responsible for the legality of the content you play. SUBSCRIPTION TERMS Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. The 7-day free trial converts to a paid subscription unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the trial period. Subscriptions renew automatically at the listed price until cancelled. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://iptv-max.xyz/privacy

Screenshots

EPlay4 screens
IPTV MAX4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: EPlay at none against IPTV MAX's 3. IPTV MAX's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). On price 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. IPTV MAX sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. EPlay asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

EPlay ships an update monthly, IPTV MAX fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
EPlay versus IPTV MAX: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEPlayIPTV MAX
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (10 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings10 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size160 MB109 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperErge AkovaGhassan El ghoul

In-app purchases

None

EPlay

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

IPTV MAX

Subscriptions2
  • IPTV MAX+ Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • IPTV MAX+ Yearly7 Days trial$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • IPTV MAX+ Lifetime$24.99

Questions

Is EPlay free?
EPlay is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is IPTV MAX free?
IPTV MAX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do EPlay or IPTV MAX have ads?
EPlay shows ads; IPTV MAX does not.
Which is updated more often, EPlay or IPTV MAX?
EPlay ships an update monthly, and IPTV MAX fortnightly. Most recently, EPlay was updated on October 2, 2026 and IPTV MAX on October 10, 2026.

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