Comparison

APTV vs NewPipe Player

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

Head to head
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. It supports various video formats and organizes your channels for easy access.

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

About

NewPipe Player

This app provides a seamless video watching experience with customizable playback options, including fit, crop, and stretch modes. Organize your content with playlists and manage your gallery efficiently. Enjoy features like lock controls, video looping, and theme switching.

Highlights
  • Customizable playback modes (fit, crop, stretch)
  • Speed controls
  • Playlist organization
  • Gallery browsing
  • Lock controls
  • Video looping
  • Theme switching
Features
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NewPipe transforms how you watch videos. With NewPipe, enjoy smooth playback, fit/crop/stretch modes, and speed controls. NewPipe lets you organize videos into playlists and browse your gallery effortlessly. Lock controls, loop videos, and switch themes with NewPipe's clean design. Your ultimate video companion.

Screenshots

APTV4 screens
NewPipe Player3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: APTV at 4.4 against NewPipe Player's 2.9. APTV also leads on ratings volume (382 vs 28) and chart position (#97 vs unranked). NewPipe Player's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and ads 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. APTV sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. NewPipe Player asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

APTV holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: APTV has 382 ratings behind it against 28, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
APTV versus NewPipe Player: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAPTVNewPipe Player
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (382 ratings) — better2.9 (28 ratings)
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings382 — better28
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
Best chart rank#97 — better—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size127 MB30 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIon DanilovHOWARD HARRY

In-app purchases

2 purchases

APTV

Subscriptions1
  • SPL - Weekly Premium$9.997 Days
One-time1
  • SPL - Premium lifetime$49.99
None

NewPipe Player

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is APTV free?
APTV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NewPipe Player free?
NewPipe Player is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, APTV or NewPipe Player?
APTV is rated higher. APTV averages 4.4 out of 5 from 382 ratings, while NewPipe Player averages 2.9 from 28 ratings.
Do APTV or NewPipe Player have ads?
Both APTV and NewPipe Player show ads.

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