Comparison

OnAir Client vs LumaPlay

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

Head to head
About

OnAir Client

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
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OnAir Client is used manage and play all sorts of multimedia content from your local store or from any online source like IPTV ( Internet Protocol TV), OTT (Over The Top) and STB (Set Top Box). The online content types include M3U Playlist URL, Xtream API, Stalker / MAG, M3U8 Streaming Link. Local Media Includes Audio, Video and Pictures in All Formates. Moreover it can also Scan QR Code from OnAir G3 Application that comes with Optic STBs and used as a supportive client to share contact being played on your TV by scanning the QR Code presented on your tv screen. In addition to that, you can also Import Portals that are already logged in to your Optic STBs to your smartphone just by scanning a QR code that is displayed in Portal History menu of OnAir G3. Desclaimer: All the links which are being played in the app are being used by users on their free will and no rights to read, add, update, delete data from the player. Users are using the links on their free will. The app doesn't include any url or content in itself.

About

LumaPlay

Features
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LumaPlay — Your Playlist. Your Streams. LumaPlay is a clean IPTV playlist player for iOS. Add your own M3U / M3U8, Xtream Codes, or Stalker Portal sources and watch live channels with a fast channel list, search, favorites, and history. WHAT YOU CAN DO • Import remote playlists (URL) or local M3U / TXT files • Sign in with Xtream Codes or Stalker Portal • Browse groups, search channels, pin favorites • Play HLS / HTTP with AVPlayer; RTMP / RTSP with VLC • Load EPG (XMLTV) and use catch-up when your source supports it • Keep recent channels handy in Library • Optional iCloud backup for configs and favorites • One-time Remove Ads purchase (when available) BUILT FOR REAL PLAYLISTS Large lists stay usable with search and grouping. Smooth Playback helps unstable HLS streams. Picture in Picture keeps HLS/HTTP video available while you multitask. IMPORTANT LumaPlay does not provide live TV channels, movies, or playlists. You must add your own sources and ensure you have the rights to use them. The app is a player only — similar to a browser for media URLs you supply. Privacy Policy: https://i-mars.cc/LumaPlay.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

OnAir Client3 screens
LumaPlay3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: OnAir Client at none against LumaPlay's shown. OnAir Client also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support 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. OnAir Client sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and LumaPlay sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

OnAir Client ships an update fortnightly, LumaPlay every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
OnAir Client versus LumaPlay: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOnAir ClientLumaPlay
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews76.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size77 MB43 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMubbsher AbbasI-Mars Limited

In-app purchases

6 purchases

OnAir Client

Subscriptions6
  • onAir Monthly$0.991 Month
  • 1 Mobile Device Monthly$1.991 Month
  • 1 Mobile + 2 TV Monthly$2.991 Month
Show 3 more
  • 1 Mobile Yearly$4.991 Year
  • Annually Subscription$4.991 Year
  • 1 Mobile + 2 TV Devices Yearly$8.991 Year
1 purchases

LumaPlay

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$12.99

Questions

Is OnAir Client free?
OnAir Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is LumaPlay free?
LumaPlay is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do OnAir Client or LumaPlay have ads?
LumaPlay shows ads; OnAir Client does not.
Which is updated more often, OnAir Client or LumaPlay?
OnAir Client ships an update fortnightly, and LumaPlay every 2 weeks. Most recently, OnAir Client was updated on October 24, 2026 and LumaPlay on October 25, 2026.

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