itvPlayer vs Smart M3U Player
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
itvPlayer
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itvPlyaer is a simple and smooth IPTV/M3U player. Support multiple ways to import play sources. Easy to operate: Slide up and down to switch channels. Tap screen to select channels. Fast and smooth.
Smart M3U Player
This app allows you to play and manage your own M3U playlists for live TV, radio, or video streams. It offers a clean interface for importing playlists, adding individual channels, and saving favorites for quick access. Enjoy smooth playback with its built-in player and customizable settings.
- Import M3U playlists
- Add single channels
- Favorites list
- Channel search
- Built-in video player
- Custom playback settings
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Disclaimer: Smart M3U Player is a playlist player only. It does not include, host, or promote any TV channels, videos, or copyrighted content. Users must add their own legal and authorized M3U playlists. Smart M3U Player is a fast, lightweight, and easy-to-use app for playing and managing your own M3U playlists. Whether it’s live TV, radio, or video streams, Smart M3U Player helps you keep everything organized in one place with a clean, modern interface. Key Features: - Playlist Management – Import M3U playlists from URL or local file. - Add Single Channels – Add individual TV or video links to any playlist. - Favorites – Save your most-watched channels for quick access. - Channel List View – Browse and search channels easily within playlists. - Built-in Video Player – Play your streams directly in the app with smooth performance. - Custom Settings – Control playback options and personalize your experience. How It Works: - Add your own M3U playlist or a single video link. - Open a playlist to view its channels. - Tap any channel to start watching instantly. Why Choose Smart M3U Player? - Clean and intuitive design. - Fast playlist loading. - Smooth playback experience. - Supports multiple playlist formats (M3U, M3U8). - Works with your own legal and authorized IPTV sources. Important Note: Smart M3U Player does not supply or promote any TV channels, movies, or video content. The app is designed for playing content you legally own or have permission to stream. Users are responsible for ensuring the content they add complies with applicable laws.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Smart M3U Player at none against itvPlayer's 1. Smart M3U Player also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 10 months). On price, ads, device support 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
Both are free to download. itvPlayer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Smart M3U Player asks for nothing beyond the download.
itvPlayer ships an update every 10 months, Smart M3U Player every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | itvPlayer | Smart M3U Player |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 10 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 32 MB | 77 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Bashi Tongcheng Chengdu Technology Co.,Ltd | Moek Thona |
In-app purchases
itvPlayer
- 1 Year$9.99
Smart M3U Player
No in-app purchases
