Comparison

M3U8 Stream Player vs Video Saver Offline

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

Head to head
About

M3U8 Stream Player

Play any stream from an m3u8 or m3u URL. Add TV channels, videos, or playlists to watch live content. This application is completely free to use.

Highlights
  • Supports m3u8 and m3u stream formats
  • Add custom URLs for channels, videos, and playlists
  • Unlimited URL additions
  • Free to use
Features
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M3U8 Stream Player is a simple and modern video player for your M3U, M3U8, and HLS streaming links. Add your own streams, channels, videos, or playlists, then start playback in seconds. Organize your content with playlists, mark your favorite streams, and quickly find the links you watch most often. The app supports iOS-compatible streaming links and uses the native video player for smooth and reliable playback. Features: - Play M3U, M3U8, and HLS streams - Add streams manually - Manage playlists - Save favorite streams - Visual previews when available - iCloud sync when available - Modern, clean, and fast interface M3U8 Stream Player does not provide any video content. You need to add your own streaming links. Term : https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Video Saver Offline

Save videos from Wi-Fi to watch offline anytime, anywhere. Enjoy background playback, picture-in-picture, and organized playlists. Ideal for commuters, students, and travelers who want to save mobile data.

Highlights
  • Save videos for offline viewing
  • Background audio and video playback
  • Picture-in-Picture (PiP) mode
  • Organize with folders and playlists
  • Speed control and sleep timer
  • Import from various sources
  • Passcode protection for videos
Features
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Save videos on Wi-Fi and enjoy them offline — anytime, anywhere. Clicha is the trusted video saver with 1M+ downloads, 45,000+ reviews and 4.4 stars. Background play, PiP, sleep timer, speed control, and more — all in one app. ◆ Save Once, Watch Anytime ◆ Download videos while on Wi-Fi at home, at a café, or at the office. Once saved, watch offline on the train, on a flight, or wherever you go — no internet needed. ◆ Features ◆ • Save videos and watch offline without internet • Play video and audio in the background • Auto-Play with controls from Control Center or Lock Screen • Organize with folders and playlists • Sort and reorder with drag-and-drop • Repeat, shuffle, speed control (0.5x–2.0x) • Import from Photos, iCloud Drive, Files, or other apps • Record from the built-in camera • Protect videos with passcode lock • Sleep timer — playback stops automatically • PiP — watch in a floating window while multitasking • Background playback on iPad when PiP is off • Play from Apple Watch • Home screen widgets for quick access • Stream to TV with AirPlay • Back up to iCloud Drive ◆ Background Play ◆ Keep listening after you lock your screen or switch apps. Control playback from Lock Screen or Control Center — skip, pause, adjust volume. Perfect for lectures, podcasts, or music videos. ◆ Picture-in-Picture (PiP) ◆ Shrink the video into a floating window and keep watching while you browse, message, or take notes. Resize or reposition freely. Great for tutorials and cooking videos. ◆ Sleep Timer ◆ Set a timer and let playback stop on its own. Great for falling asleep to ASMR, ambient sounds, or music without draining your battery. ◆ Speed Control ◆ Watch at 0.5x for detailed tutorials or 2.0x to get through lectures faster. Match playback speed to your pace. ◆ Folders & Playlists ◆ Create folders by topic — recipes, workouts, study material, entertainment. Build playlists for continuous playback. Reorder with drag-and-drop. ◆ Recommended for ◆ • Commuters — save on Wi-Fi, watch offline on the train or bus • Students — download lectures for review anytime • Travelers — load videos before a flight, watch without Wi-Fi • Fitness fans — follow workout videos without buffering • Parents — keep videos ready for car rides and waiting rooms • Music lovers — listen to music videos in the background • Night owls — drift off with the sleep timer • Anyone who wants to save mobile data ◆ FAQ ◆ Q: Is Clicha free? A: Yes. Save and watch for free. Premium unlocks unlimited saves, no ads, PiP, and audio conversion. Q: How do I save a video? A: Open the built-in browser, find the video, and tap save. Q: Can I play in the background? A: Yes. Lock your screen or switch apps — audio keeps playing. Q: What is PiP? A: A floating window that lets you watch while using other apps. Available with Premium. Q: Can I organize videos? A: Yes. Create folders, build playlists, reorder with drag-and-drop. Q: Does it work on Apple Watch? A: Yes. Browse and play saved videos from your wrist. Q: Is my data safe? A: Videos are stored locally. Back up to iCloud Drive. Passcode lock keeps your library private. ◆ How to Organize Videos ◆ 1. Tap "Edit" on the Library screen 2. Select one or more videos 3. Tap "Move to Folder" 4. Create or choose a folder 5. Confirm and finish 6. Open the Folder tab to browse 7. Tap a video to start playback ◆ Premium Subscription ◆ • Unlimited video saving • No ads • Picture-in-Picture (PiP) • Audio conversion • New features added regularly Payment will be charged to your Apple account at confirmation. Subscription renews automatically unless turned off at least 24 hours before the renewal date. Manage your subscription in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions. We appreciate your feedback and reviews. Terms of Use https://sites.google.com/view/clicha/terms-of-use Privacy Policy https://sites.google.com/view/clicha/privacy-policy

Screenshots

M3U8 Stream Player4 screens
Video Saver Offline4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Video Saver Offline at every 2 days against M3U8 Stream Player's every 3 weeks. Video Saver Offline also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.6). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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. M3U8 Stream Player sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Video Saver Offline sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Video Saver Offline holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 46 and 108 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 40% and 41% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

M3U8 Stream Player ships an update every 3 weeks, Video Saver Offline every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
M3U8 Stream Player versus Video Saver Offline: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterM3U8 Stream PlayerVideo Saver Offline
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (46 ratings)4.6 (108 ratings) — better
Positive reviews40.0% of reviews40.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings46108 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size83 MB119 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHeitz BrunoYuichi Matsuoka

Customer experience

M3U8 Stream Player

All ratings46 ratings
Positive84.8%
Neutral2.2%
Negative13.0%
Written reviews25 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral4.0%
Negative56.0%

Video Saver Offline

All ratings108 ratings
Positive90.7%
Neutral3.7%
Negative5.6%
Written reviews27 reviews
Positive40.7%
Neutral22.2%
Negative37.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

M3U8 Stream Player

Subscriptions2
  • M3U8 Player Pro Monthly$0.991 Month
  • M3U8 Player Pro Yearly$8.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Version$17.99
5 purchases

Video Saver Offline

Subscriptions4
  • Premium – Unlimited & Ad-Free$0.997 Days
  • Premium – Unlimited & Ad-Free7 Days trial$5.491 Month
  • Premium(unlimited save,no ads)$9.491 Month
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  • Premium(unlimited save,no ads)$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium (One-Time Purchase)$49.99

Questions

Is M3U8 Stream Player free?
M3U8 Stream Player is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Video Saver Offline free?
Video Saver Offline is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, M3U8 Stream Player or Video Saver Offline?
Video Saver Offline is rated higher. M3U8 Stream Player averages 4.4 out of 5 from 46 ratings, while Video Saver Offline averages 4.6 from 108 ratings.
Do M3U8 Stream Player or Video Saver Offline have ads?
Both M3U8 Stream Player and Video Saver Offline show ads.
Which is updated more often, M3U8 Stream Player or Video Saver Offline?
M3U8 Stream Player ships an update every 3 weeks, and Video Saver Offline every 2 days. Most recently, M3U8 Stream Player was updated on September 23, 2026 and Video Saver Offline on September 20, 2026.

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