vdrLive vs Stream Master

vdrLive connects your iPhone and iPad to your Video Disk Recorder (VDR) on the local network. Home screen • The channel you watched last with the current program; tap to tune in • Continue watching, on TV now, tonight and new recordings at a glance Live TV and radio • Watch all channels through the streamdev-server plugin, including MPEG-2, H.264 and HEVC, stereo and AC-3 • Swipe to change channels, see the current and next program • Choose audio track and subtitles, adjust deinterlacing and buffering • Mini player (iOS 26.1 or later): playback continues while you browse the guide or your recordings • Picture in picture: the video keeps playing in a floating window, even when you leave the app • Radio keeps playing in the background, with Lock Screen controls iPad and iPhone Duo • Home screen, recordings and timers in two columns: list and details side by side • Channel list next to the playing video • iPhone Duo: partially folded, video and controls sit side by side or one above the other; playback continues as you open and close it Program guide • Guide per channel and guide grid on iPad and the unfolded iPhone Duo • Full-text search in the loaded guide • Create timers with pre- and post-recording margins directly from program details • Programs that already have a timer are marked Timers and recordings • Create, edit, deactivate and delete timers • Timer conflicts and search timers when epgsearch is installed • Recordings in folders, resume where you left off • Rename, move and delete recordings, or play them on the TV connected to the VDR More • Remote control for the VDR • Channel logos as well as images and series details for programs and recordings when restfulapi and a scraper plugin are installed • Find VDRs on the local network, multiple servers • Demo mode with fictional channels to try the app without a VDR • Settings from vdrLive 2 are imported Requirements • VDR with SVDRP access for this device (svdrphosts.conf) • For playback: streamdev-server plugin with its HTTP server enabled; it must also allow this device (streamdevhosts.conf). Recordings require streamdev-server 0.6.1 or later • Optional: restfulapi (logos, images), scraper2vdr or tvscraper (images and series details), epgsearch (search timers, conflicts) • More › Settings › VDR Requirements shows which of these are met vdrLive Pro Without a purchase, each playback ends after 3 minutes; all other features can be used without restriction. The in-app purchase vdrLive Pro removes this limit permanently. A purchase from vdrLive 2 remains valid.

Stream Master is the most powerful IPTV player for M3U playlists and Xtream Codes — built for live sports season. Watch live TV, football, sports, movies, and series in 4K with EPG, Multi-View, and DVR recording, and follow every match across your own playlists. Designed for iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV, Stream Master delivers high-quality streaming with a modern interface. Supports all major IPTV formats including Stalker Portal, MAG devices, and OTT services. WHY STREAM MASTER? Advanced features meet simple design. Sync seamlessly across all your Apple devices with iCloud and enjoy professional-grade IPTV streaming anywhere. --- FREE FEATURES (No Limits) --- • 4K & HD Playback: Crystal-clear picture quality with powerful hardware-accelerated video engine • Smart EPG Guide: Interactive electronic program guide shows what's playing now and what's coming next • Picture-in-Picture: Watch in a floating window while using other apps on your device • Parental Controls: Lock sensitive channels and categories with secure PIN protection • Background Audio: Listen to streams while using other apps or when screen is off • Basic Access: 1 M3U playlist and 5 favorite channels completely free • Fast Search: Find channels, movies, and series instantly with smart filtering --- PRO MEMBERSHIP (Unlock Everything) --- • Unlimited Playlists: Add unlimited M3U playlists and Xtream Codes accounts with no restrictions • Ad-Free Experience: Enjoy your content with zero interruptions. No ads, ever • Multi-View Mode: Watch up to 4 streams simultaneously on one screen. Perfect for live sports fans following multiple games • DVR Recording: Record live TV directly to your device and watch later. Never miss your favorite shows • Offline Downloads: Download movies and series to watch offline without internet connection. Perfect for travel • Chromecast & AirPlay: Cast to any TV with Google Cast (Chromecast) or Apple AirPlay support • iCloud Sync: Seamlessly sync playlists, favorites, and watch history across iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV. Start on one device, continue on another • Advanced Watch Stats: Detailed viewing insights with beautiful charts and complete watch history • Pro Player Settings: Fine-tune brightness, contrast, audio sync, subtitle timing, and video quality settings Stream Master is the only IPTV player you'll need. Whether you're watching live sports, international channels, or your favorite movie series, we deliver the ultimate streaming experience with rock-solid reliability. Built on industry-leading VLC technology for maximum format compatibility and performance. Supports M3U, M3U8, Xtream Codes API, Stalker Portal, MAG protocols, and all standard IPTV formats. Download now and transform how you watch IPTV on iOS and tvOS. Note: This app is a player only and does not provide any content. You must provide your own M3U playlist URL or Xtream Codes login credentials. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/