# OnAir Client vs IPTV Smart Player Xtream STB

The clearest difference is ads: OnAir Client at none against IPTV Smart Player Xtream STB's shown. OnAir Client also leads on review sentiment (77% vs 67%) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). IPTV Smart Player Xtream STB's advantage is ratings volume (212 vs 4). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. OnAir Client sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and IPTV Smart Player Xtream STB sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for OnAir Client against 4.7 for IPTV Smart Player Xtream STB. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IPTV Smart Player Xtream STB has 212 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 77% of OnAir Client's written reviews are positive against 67% of IPTV Smart Player Xtream STB's.

OnAir Client ships an update fortnightly, IPTV Smart Player Xtream STB every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | OnAir Client | IPTV Smart Player Xtream STB |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/onair-client/id6451148622/reviews)** | [4.7 (212 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iptv-smart-player-xtream-stb/id6479612174/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **212** |
| Positive reviews | **76.9% of reviews** | 66.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 77 MB | 92 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mubbsher Abbas](https://appshunter.io/developer/1696965423) | [Phong Pham](https://appshunter.io/developer/1731047500) |

## What reviewers say

### OnAir Client

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/onair-client/id6451148622)

Manage and play multimedia content from local storage or online sources like IPTV and OTT. Supports various online content types and local media formats. Can also scan QR codes for content sharing and portal import from compatible devices.

**Highlights:** Play IPTV, OTT, and STB content, Supports M3U Playlist URL, Xtream API, Plays local audio, video, and pictures, QR code scanning for content sharing, Import portals via QR code, Supports M3U8 streaming links

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| onAir Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| 1 Mobile Device Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| 1 Mobile + 2 TV Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| 1 Mobile Yearly | $4.99 | per year |
| Annually Subscription | $4.99 | per year |
| 1 Mobile + 2 TV Devices Yearly | $8.99 | per year |


### IPTV Smart Player Xtream STB

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iptv-smart-player-xtream-stb/id6479612174)

Access a vast library of live TV channels, movies, and shows from your IPTV provider. Enjoy seamless, high-quality streaming on your iPhone or iPad without cable. Simply add your provider's link to start watching.

**Highlights:** Access live TV, movies, and shows, Seamless streaming playback, High-definition quality, Supports wide range of video formats, Simple M3U link setup

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weekly IPTV Player | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly IPTV Player | $14.99 | per month |
| Premium Lifetime | $18.99 | one-time |
| Premium Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |
| IPTV Player: Lifetime Premium | $34.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is OnAir Client free?

OnAir Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is IPTV Smart Player Xtream STB free?

IPTV Smart Player Xtream STB is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, OnAir Client or IPTV Smart Player Xtream STB?

OnAir Client is rated higher. OnAir Client averages 4.8 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while IPTV Smart Player Xtream STB averages 4.7 from 212 ratings.

### Do OnAir Client or IPTV Smart Player Xtream STB have ads?

IPTV Smart Player Xtream STB shows ads; OnAir Client does not.

### Which is updated more often, OnAir Client or IPTV Smart Player Xtream STB?

OnAir Client ships an update fortnightly, and IPTV Smart Player Xtream STB every 4 weeks. Most recently, OnAir Client was updated on September 20, 2026 and IPTV Smart Player Xtream STB on September 25, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*