Comparison

Car TV vs APTV

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

Head to head
About

Car TV

This app is a powerful video player that supports a wide range of formats and live IPTV streams. It allows users to create personalized libraries of their favorite channels and videos, offering a flexible and portable entertainment experience.

Highlights
  • Plays user-added IPTV and playlists
  • Supports numerous video and audio formats
  • Creates personalized content libraries
  • Offers filtering options for easy searching
  • Provides an ad-free premium experience
Features
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Car TV - IPTV Smart Player App only displays the content added by the User and plays the User Content in the player. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Car TV - IPTV Smart Player does not provide any content or playlists and is designed to be used with users’ own created content or created playlists with legal content. Car TV - IPTV Smart Player can play extensions such as mqv, pls, aifc, m4r, wav, 3gp, 3g2, flac, avi, m2a, aac, mpa, xhe, m3u, mov, aiff, ttml, vtt, m4v, amr, caf, m4a, m4b, mp4, mp1, m1a, mp4, aax, mp2, w64, aa, mp3, itt, au, eac3, webvtt, vtt, ac3, m4p, loas and Live stream IPTV support. Car TV - IPTV Smart Player does not endorse the streaming of copyright protected material without permission of the copyright holder. About App: - Lights, Camera, Action! Get ready for a thrilling cinematic journey like never before. Our powerful video player will transport you straight to the silver screen, making every viewing session a blockbuster event that leaves you captivated. - Say goodbye to the limitations of traditional television and say hello to the future of entertainment with IPTV. The Car TV - IPTV Smart Player opens up a whole new dimension of some good quality Television. - No matter what video format you have, we've got you covered! Our flexible player supports a wide range of formats, ensuring you can enjoy your favorite videos anywhere, anytime. - We know that simplicity is key, which is why we've designed our app to be user-friendly and intuitive. - Imagine having all your beloved channels, playlists, and videos organized in one place. With the Car TV - IPTV Smart Player, you can create your very own personalized library, ensuring your go-to content is always at your fingertips. - Searching for something specific? Our useful filtering options make it easy to find exactly what you're looking for. Entertainment should be as flexible as your lifestyle. With the Car TV - IPTV Smart Player, the excitement follows you wherever you go. Whether you're waiting at the airport or lounging at home, our app ensures your entertainment is truly portable. Get ready to enjoy your favorite shows and channels on your terms, anytime, anywhere. Upgrade to Premium: set passcodes to playlists, create unlimited playlists and enjoy an ad-free experience! Subscription: Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription with a free trial period will automatically renew to a paid subscription. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period at the rate of the selected plan. Subscriptions and auto-renewal may be managed by going to Account Settings after purchase. You can cancel your subscription or free trial in the iTunes settings at least 24-hours before the end of the free trial period. The cancellation will take effect the day after the last day of the current subscription period and you will be downgraded to the free service. Subscription options: Week Price: $4.99 Lifetime: $19.99 *For other currencies, the price corresponds to the same tier on the App Store Pricing Matrix. Terms: https://sites.google.com/view/iptv-smart-player/terms-conditions Privacy: https://sites.google.com/view/iptv-smart-player/privacy-policy EULA - https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Support: dimadevios@gmail.com

About

APTV

This app allows you to play your own M3U and IPTV playlists on your iPhone, Apple TV, and even your car's display via CarPlay when parked. Organize channels into categories and enjoy smooth playback of various video formats. It's a media player that requires you to add your own content.

Highlights
  • CarPlay video playback (when parked)
  • AirPlay casting to TVs
  • M3U/IPTV playlist support
  • Channel categorization
  • Plays MKV, MP4, AVI, MOV, WMV, FLAC
  • Full-screen player
Features
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APTV is now your Car & TV player. Watch your own M3U and IPTV playlists on your iPhone, on your TV with AirPlay, and now on your car's display with CarPlay. CARPLAY VIDEO — WHEN PARKED • Browse your playlists and channels on the CarPlay screen • Video plays only while your car is parked. Playback stops automatically when you start driving — for your safety • Requires iOS 27 or later and a vehicle that supports video in CarPlay. Many vehicles do not support CarPlay video yet; check with your car manufacturer CAST TO YOUR TV • Stream to Apple TV and AirPlay-compatible smart TVs in one tap • Keep watching on the big screen while you use your phone YOUR PLAYLISTS, ORGANIZED • Add M3U / M3U8 playlists by link or file • Group channels into categories and keep your favorites close • Fast channel switching and smooth playback PLAYS ALMOST ANY FORMAT • MKV, MP4, AVI, MOV, WMV, FLAC and more • Full-screen player built for live streams and videos IMPORTANT APTV is a media player only. It does not include or provide any channels, videos or playlists. Add your own content from a provider you are authorized to use. APTV does not support playback of copyrighted material without the owner's permission. Never watch video while driving. Always follow local traffic laws. Subscription: Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription with a free trial period will automatically renew to a paid subscription. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period at the rate of the selected plan. Subscriptions and auto-renewal may be managed by going to Account Settings after purchase. You can cancel your subscription or free trial in the iTunes settings at least 24-hours before the end of the free trial period. The cancellation will take effect the day after the last day of the current subscription period and you will be downgraded to the free service. Subscription options: Weekly Price: $ 9.99 Lifetime : $ 49.99 Privacy policy : https://sites.google.com/view/aptvplayer/home-page/privacy-policy Terms of use : https://sites.google.com/view/aptvplayer/home-page/termsconditions EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Contact: danilovios@icloud.com

Screenshots

Car TV4 screens
APTV3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: APTV at weekly against Car TV's every 5 weeks. APTV also leads on chart position (#114 vs unranked). Car TV's advantage is ratings volume (26K vs 490) and rating (4.6 vs 4.4). 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. Car TV sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and APTV sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Car TV holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Car TV has 26K ratings behind it against 490, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 49% of Car TV's written reviews are positive against 34% of APTV's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Car TV ships an update every 5 weeks, APTV weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Car TV versus APTV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCar TVAPTV
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (26K ratings) — better4.4 (490 ratings)
Positive reviews48.5% of reviews — better34.1% of reviews
Number of ratings26K — better490
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksWeekly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#114 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size126 MB179 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDmitri IasibisIon Danilov

Customer experience

Car TV

All ratings26,060 ratings
Positive89.8%
Neutral3.4%
Negative6.7%
Written reviews501 reviews
Positive48.5%
Neutral4.0%
Negative47.5%

APTV

All ratings490 ratings
Positive83.9%
Neutral2.2%
Negative13.9%
Written reviews44 reviews
Positive34.1%
Neutral6.8%
Negative59.1%

Bugs and requests

Car TV

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Channels not loading
  • Constant errors and issues
  • Subscription not working as intended

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to cast to smart TV
  • Alphabetical channel listing
  • More language support

APTV

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Car TV

Subscriptions1
  • Smarters Player7 Days trial$4.997 Days
One-time1
  • Lifetime$19.99
2 purchases

APTV

Subscriptions1
  • SPL - Weekly Premium$9.997 Days
One-time1
  • SPL - Premium lifetime$19.99

Questions

Is Car TV free?
Car TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is APTV free?
APTV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Car TV or APTV?
Car TV is rated higher. Car TV averages 4.6 out of 5 from 26K ratings, while APTV averages 4.4 from 490 ratings.
Do Car TV or APTV have ads?
Both Car TV and APTV show ads.
Which is updated more often, Car TV or APTV?
Car TV ships an update every 5 weeks, and APTV weekly. Most recently, Car TV was updated on November 13, 2026 and APTV on November 12, 2026.

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