Comparison

IPTV Player Pro vs HTTPocket

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

Head to head
About

IPTV Player Pro

Stream live TV channels, movies, and series from your own M3U playlists or Xtream Codes connections. This app offers a built-in Electronic Program Guide and supports managing multiple sources for a seamless viewing experience on your iPhone or iPad.

Highlights
  • Stream live TV channels
  • Add M3U playlists
  • Connect with Xtream Codes
  • Built-in EPG support
  • Watch movies and series
  • Manage multiple playlists
Features
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IPTV Player Pro is a fast and reliable way to stream live TV on your iPhone or iPad. Add your own M3U playlist or connect with Xtream Codes and start watching your channels from one clean, easy-to-use interface. Stream Live TV Your Way Add any M3U or Xtream Codes source and access your channels in minutes. Browse your channel list and switch between channels with ease. Built-in EPG Support See what's playing now and what's coming next with the built-in Electronic Program Guide (EPG). Stay up to date with your favorite channels without leaving the app. Watch Movies & Series If your IPTV subscription includes on-demand content, browse movies and series alongside your live channels, all from the same app. Manage Multiple Playlists Add and manage multiple M3U or Xtream Codes sources in one place. Easily switch between different playlists and providers whenever you want. Smooth & Reliable Playback Enjoy a simple, clean interface designed for iPhone and iPad, with smooth navigation and a straightforward setup. Your IPTV, One App Bring your live channels, EPG, movies, and series together in one convenient IPTV player. Download IPTV Player Pro today and enjoy your IPTV content wherever you go. Subscription Information Smart IPTV Xtream Player offers optional auto-renewable subscriptions: Monthly Premium – 2.99 USD / month Yearly Premium – 17.99 USD / year Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://blitzinteractive.io/privacy

About

HTTPocket

Transform your devices into a private file server for wireless transfer and management. Share files, photos, and documents with anyone on the same Wi-Fi network without cables or cloud services. Includes built-in tools for photo conversion and PDF manipulation.

Highlights
  • Wireless file sharing over Wi-Fi
  • Browser and app-based device connection
  • Built-in photo converter
  • PDF toolkit for merging and conversion
  • Live transfer progress monitoring
  • In-app chat and custom port settings
Features
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HTTPocket turns your iPhone, iPad, or Mac into your own private file server. No cables, no cloud, no third-party apps. Send and receive files wirelessly between your devices, or share photos, videos, PDFs, and documents with anyone on the same Wi-Fi: laptop, phone, tablet, even a smart TV. Pick a folder, tap Start Server, and share instantly. Includes a Built-In Photo Converter & PDF Toolkit, so you can convert files right where they are. TWO WAYS TO CONNECT 1. From Any Browser Open the server address in any browser. No app needed on the other device. Scan a QR code to connect in seconds. Works on PC, Mac, phone, tablet, or smart TV. 2. HTTPocket App (iPhone, iPad, Mac) Connect to another HTTPocket server using Client Mode for a smoother, native experience. Browse, view, and download right inside the app. 3. HTTPocket for Apple TV Install the free Apple TV app to browse your server and play videos on the big screen, controlled with your Apple TV remote. SEND & RECEIVE FILES (FREE) - Wireless File Sharing: share any folder over Wi-Fi, no cables or internet needed - Upload From Any Device: others can send you files from their browser, including drag-and-drop - Browser Access: anyone connects from any browser, no app required - QR Code Connect: scan to connect instantly, no typing IP addresses - Live Transfer Progress: see speed and time remaining for every file - In-App Chat: message connected devices right from the app - Custom Port: set your own port to fit your network - See Who's Connected: know how many devices are connected - Search & Thumbnails: find files fast, with instant previews - Slideshow: flip through a folder's photos without downloading them - Custom Video Player: play videos in the browser, no downloading needed - Download as Zip: grab a folder or several files as one .zip BROWSE ANOTHER DEVICE (FREE, CLIENT MODE) Skip the browser and connect to another HTTPocket server for a true native app experience, built right in. - Connect in one tap or QR scan - Fast native file browser, no tabs, no page loads - Native video player: switch audio and subtitles, change speed, resume where you left off - View photos with zoom, pan, and fit-to-screen - Read PDFs in a full-screen native viewer - Open text and HTML files without saving them - Save logins for password-protected servers - Remembers recent servers for quick reconnecting - Full Dark Mode support BUILT-IN PHOTO CONVERTER & PDF TOOLKIT No separate app, nothing uploaded. Everything happens on your device. - Photo Converter: JPG, PNG, HEIC, WebP, plus resize, crop, and compress - PDF Toolkit: combine images to PDF, merge, compress, rotate, split pages, or convert to and from Word, Excel, PowerPoint Try each tool free, 3 conversions each, then upgrade to Pro for unlimited use. HTTPOCKET PRO - File Management: create, rename, and delete files from the browser - Bulk Actions: select multiple files to move or delete - Password Protection: lock your server with a username and password - Multi-User Logins: separate logins for different people - Unlimited Conversions: no cap on Photo and PDF tools Available as Monthly, Yearly, or one-time Lifetime purchase. Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled 24 hours before the period ends. YOUR FILES STAY YOURS - Everything happens on your local Wi-Fi, nothing sent to an outside server - No account or sign-up needed, no internet connection required - Conversions happen entirely on your device, never uploaded anywhere - Built with Apple's own frameworks, no third-party dependencies By subscribing, you agree to Apple's standard Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://httpocket.pntapps.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://httpocket.pntapps.com/terms-and-conditions

Screenshots

IPTV Player Pro4 screens
HTTPocket4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: HTTPocket at free with in-app purchases against IPTV Player Pro's subscription. IPTV Player Pro's advantage is iOS requirement (17 vs 26.2). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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 Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and HTTPocket sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for IPTV Player Pro against 5.0 for HTTPocket. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 6 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

IPTV Player Pro ships an update every 2 weeks, HTTPocket every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
IPTV Player Pro versus HTTPocket: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIPTV Player ProHTTPocket
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings)5.0 (6 ratings)
Number of ratings46 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TViPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS17 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size105 MB52 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRija IqbalMd Imran Ansari

In-app purchases

2 purchases

IPTV Player Pro

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Yearly$17.991 Year
3 purchases

HTTPocket

Subscriptions2
  • HTTPocket Pro - Monthly$2.991 Month
  • HTTPocket Pro - Yearly$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • HTTPPocket Lifetime$9.99

Questions

Is IPTV Player Pro free?
IPTV Player Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HTTPocket free?
HTTPocket is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, IPTV Player Pro or HTTPocket?
IPTV Player Pro and HTTPocket are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 4 and 6 ratings respectively.
Do IPTV Player Pro or HTTPocket have ads?
Neither IPTV Player Pro nor HTTPocket shows ads.
Which is updated more often, IPTV Player Pro or HTTPocket?
IPTV Player Pro ships an update every 2 weeks, and HTTPocket every 10 days. Most recently, IPTV Player Pro was updated on October 24, 2026 and HTTPocket on October 25, 2026.

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