Comparison

Constellation for XBMC vs Xtream IPTV Player

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

Head to head
About

Constellation for XBMC

Control your XBMC media center with an intuitive remote. Browse your libraries, manage playback, and access advanced features like PVR and addon support. Offers seamless integration for a powerful media experience.

Highlights
  • PVR support
  • Movie and TV show library browsing
  • Intuitive remote with buttons and gestures
  • Audio and radio library control
  • YouTube search and playback on XBMC
  • Addon and custom command support
Features
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XBMC Constellation unofficial XBMC remote, Designed For speed and simplicity! Feel the power of XBMC Frodo(v12) & Gotham(v13)! Browse your video library like never before! Control your XBMC host with a simple and intuitive remote! Tips & tricks -Swipe Fanart to start playback of a movie/album/TV show Features: XBMC: -PVR support -Movie library support -Remote (buttons/gestures) -Audio library support -Radio Support -Tv Show library support(banners/posters) -YouTube search your movies on iPad and play on XBMC -Cinema Experience Script support (popcorn icon in movies) -TVTunes support -Addon support -Custom commands (HTTP / xbmc commands) -XBMC Subtitles script support -Facebook / Twitter integration ..and much much more.. Just go ahed and try its Free (ad supported) How to set up XBMC and the XBMC Constellation: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pOVUEeHJAfQ Find us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/xbmc.constellation /* The library presented on the screen shots contains only video trailers and fake audio files*/

About

Xtream IPTV Player

This app serves as a modern IPTV player and content manager. It allows users to import and organize various IPTV formats like Xtream Codes, M3U playlists, and EPG guides for a seamless streaming experience. Enjoy live TV and VOD content with an intuitive interface.

Highlights
  • Xtream Codes API support
  • M3U playlist import
  • EPG guide import
  • Smart, intuitive interface
  • Live TV and VOD support
  • Multi-device support
Features
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All your streaming content, beautifully organized. Squire is the ultimate streaming client for IPTV, Plex, Jellyfin, Put.io and more — designed for users who want a smooth, customizable, and modern experience. Whether you're importing Xtream Codes, M3U playlists, or connecting your home media server, Squire makes it easy to watch and organize all your content in one place. Main features: Xtream Codes API support for fast and reliable IPTV access M3U playlist and EPG guide import to keep your content organized Plex and Jellyfin integration to stream your home media library Put.io support for cloud-stored content Smart, intuitive interface to browse channels, movies, and shows by category or genre Full support for live TV and VOD with seamless switching between content types Multi-device support for iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV 100% private: Squire does not host or distribute content. Your credentials and streams are yours alone. What users are saying: "Squire is exactly what I needed — fast, elegant, and simple to use." "I've tried many IPTV apps, and this one is by far the best." "Perfect for Xtream, and the playlist manager is a game-changer." Get started in seconds. Enter your credentials or connect your server and start streaming. No complex setup. No extra hardware. No nonsense. Download Squire and take control of your streaming experience. Squire get images and metadata from TMDB service. All trademarks, service marks, and logos contained on this app, are owned by or licensed to us and are subject to copyright and other intellectual property rights under United States and foreign laws and international conventions. Squire do comply with the conditions the service requires to use that API and which has legal terms over intellectual property rights and copyright policy https://www.themoviedb.org/documentation/website/terms-of-use Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Constellation for XBMC4 screens
Xtream IPTV Player4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Constellation for XBMC at 84% against Xtream IPTV Player's 41%. Constellation for XBMC also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 26.0). Xtream IPTV Player's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Constellation for XBMC sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Xtream IPTV Player sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Constellation for XBMC ships an update monthly, Xtream IPTV Player fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Constellation for XBMC versus Xtream IPTV Player: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterConstellation for XBMCXtream IPTV Player
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (22 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews83.9% of reviews — better41.4% of reviews
Number of ratings22 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple TV
Requires iOS8.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB96 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperFSS Sp. z o.o.Fernando Torcelly

Customer experience

Constellation for XBMC

All ratings23 ratings
Positive60.9%
Neutral17.4%
Negative21.7%
Written reviews831 reviews
Positive83.9%
Neutral5.9%
Negative10.2%

Xtream IPTV Player

Written reviews58 reviews
Positive41.4%
Neutral8.6%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

Constellation for XBMC

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Crashes on startup
  • Thumbnails/artwork not displaying
  • Disconnects when device goes to sleep
  • Issues with XBMC Frodo/Eden compatibility
  • Rotation behavior problems on iPhone/iPod

Requested features

6 requests
  • Add ability to manage media files within the app
  • Implement portrait mode for iPad
  • Improve music browsing and search
  • Add support for more XBMC plugins and addons
  • Enhance remote control functionality
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  • Improve connection stability and reliability

Xtream IPTV Player

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Constellation for XBMC

One-time3
  • PRO Version for iPhone$2.99
  • Constellation Extended Services$2.99
  • Constellation PRO universal$4.99
3 purchases

Xtream IPTV Player

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Autorenew Subscription7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Yearly Autorenew Subscription7 Days trial$17.991 Year
One-time1
  • Squire Player iPhone$2.99

Questions

Is Constellation for XBMC free?
Constellation for XBMC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Xtream IPTV Player free?
Xtream IPTV Player is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Constellation for XBMC or Xtream IPTV Player have ads?
Neither Constellation for XBMC nor Xtream IPTV Player shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Constellation for XBMC or Xtream IPTV Player?
Constellation for XBMC ships an update monthly, and Xtream IPTV Player fortnightly. Most recently, Constellation for XBMC was updated on October 22, 2026 and Xtream IPTV Player on October 28, 2026.

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