Comparison

Lenna vs IPTV Xtream

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

Head to head
About

Lenna

A media player for movie and TV enthusiasts, ideal for users with home NAS storage. It connects to Emby/Jellyfin servers and plays directly from WebDAV/SMB. Enjoy high-quality playback with HDR support, library management, and seamless syncing.

Highlights
  • Connects to Emby, Jellyfin, WebDAV, SMB
  • Browse poster walls and search media
  • Background and PiP playback
  • Adjustable playback speed
  • 4K, HDR, DolbyVision support
  • iCloud and Trakt.TV sync
  • DLNA casting
Features
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Lenna is a media player software designed specifically for movie and TV enthusiasts. It is especially suitable for users who store their media content on a home NAS or cloud drive. Lenna supports managing multiple Emby/Jellyfin servers simultaneously, as well as direct video playback from WebDAV, SMB, 115 Drive, and Aliyun Drive sources. It offers powerful browsing, playback, and synchronization features, allowing you to easily enjoy high-quality home entertainment. Media Library Features: - Seamless connection to Emby, Jellyfin, WebDAV, SMB, 115 Drive, and Aliyun Drive servers. - Browse poster walls to quickly view all your media content. - Efficient search to easily find the movie or TV show you're looking for. - Categorized management to keep your media library organized. - Modify media library passwords to protect your personal content. Playback Features: - Background playback for uninterrupted streaming while multitasking. - Automatic picture-in-picture playback to enhance your multitasking experience. - Fixed and temporary playback speed control to cater to different viewing preferences. - Support for audio track and subtitle selection, providing a personalized viewing experience. - Full support for 4K, HDR, HDR10, HDR10+, and DolbyVision video playback for an immersive audio-visual experience. - DLNA casting support for seamless streaming to compatible TVs and devices, allowing you to enjoy content on larger screens with just a tap. Syncing Features: - iCloud Sync allows seamless switching between devices, so your viewing experience continues anywhere, anytime. - Trakt.TV / Simkl Sync connects Lenna to Trakt.TV / Simkl, syncing your playback progress. * Note: This app does not provide any media server links or video content.

About

IPTV Xtream

This app allows users to create, manage, and play their own custom IPTV playlists from various sources like Xtream Codes and M3U files. It offers features like Picture-in-Picture, background play, and AirPlay support for a flexible streaming experience.

Highlights
  • Custom playlist creation
  • Supports Xtream Codes, M3U, MP4
  • Picture-in-Picture mode
  • Background playback
  • AirPlay support
  • Multiple playlist management
Features
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IPTV Xtream – Smart IPTV Player for Your Playlists IPTV Xtream is a fast, flexible IPTV smart player for playing and organizing content from your own authorized sources. Connect through Xtream Codes API, import M3U playlists, or open direct MP4 links to create a personalized library of live channels, movies, series, and compatible media. Whether you need an IPTV player, Xtream IPTV solution, IPTV Pro experience, or an alternative to IPTV Smarters Pro, IPTV Smarters Lite, GSE Smart IPTV, DMAC IPTV, 247 IPTV, and other Smarters IPTV players, IPTV Xtream provides convenient playback and playlist-management tools in one intuitive app. CREATE. ORGANIZE. STREAM. MULTIPLE PLAYLIST SUPPORT Manage multiple playlists for different users, profiles, providers, or content categories. Quickly switch between saved libraries and keep your IPTV content organized. XTREAM CODES, M3U AND MP4 Connect using compatible Xtream Codes API details, import M3U playlists, or add direct MP4 links. IPTV Xtream supports authorized live IPTV streams, VOD libraries, and personal media. ADVANCED IPTV PLAYER Enjoy smooth playback with support for popular formats, including M3U, MP4, MOV, and WebVTT subtitles. The integrated player delivers the convenient experience expected from a modern IPTV stream player. PICTURE-IN-PICTURE Continue watching compatible videos in a floating window while using other apps. BACKGROUND PLAYBACK Keep supported audio playing when the app is minimized or your device is locked. AIRPLAY SUPPORT Send compatible content to an AirPlay-enabled television or device and enjoy your playlists on a larger screen. YOUR PERSONALIZED MEDIA HUB Create custom channel lists, organize VOD libraries, add multiple users, and manage your content in one place. IPTV Xtream puts your playlists and viewing preferences in your hands. USE IPTV XTREAM TO: • Play authorized M3U playlists • Connect to compatible Xtream Codes API services • Open supported MP4 media links • Organize live channels and VOD libraries • Manage multiple users and playlists • Watch with Picture-in-Picture • Use background playback and AirPlay PREMIUM FEATURES Upgrade to IPTV Xtream Premium to unlock: • Picture-in-Picture and lock-screen playback • AirPlay support • An ad-free experience • Unlimited channel organization • Custom playlist creation • Multiple user profiles • Multiple M3U playlists SUBSCRIPTION PLANS • Weekly: $4.99 with a 3-day free trial • Yearly: $22.99 • Lifetime: $49.99 one-time purchase Prices may vary by country, currency, taxes, or App Store pricing. The final price is shown before purchase. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION Payment is charged to your Apple ID account upon confirmation. When a free trial applies, the selected subscription begins automatically after the trial unless canceled beforehand. Subscriptions renew automatically unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the current billing period ends. Manage or cancel your subscription through your Apple ID settings. Manage subscriptions: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202039 IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER IPTV Xtream is an independent media player and playlist-management app. It does not provide, sell, host, or retransmit IPTV subscriptions, premium channels, copyrighted broadcasts, or unauthorized streams. Users must provide their own playlists, media links, and login credentials from sources they are legally authorized to access. IPTV Xtream is not affiliated with or endorsed by IPTV Smarters Pro, IPTV Smart Player, IPTV Smarters Lite, IPTV Smarters Player Pro, GSE Smart IPTV, DMAC IPTV, 247 IPTV, or other third-party IPTV products. These names are referenced only for compatibility and comparison. SUPPORT Questions or feedback? support@apptivityglobal.com Privacy Policy: https://apptivityglobal.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://apptivityglobal.com/terms-of-conditions/ Your playlists. Your content. Your way.

Screenshots

IPTV Xtream4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Lenna at 94% against IPTV Xtream's 53%. Lenna also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.6) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence 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. Lenna sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and IPTV Xtream sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Lenna holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 119 and 253 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 94% of Lenna's written reviews are positive against 53% of IPTV Xtream's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Lenna ships an update every 3 weeks, IPTV Xtream fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Lenna versus IPTV Xtream: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLennaIPTV Xtream
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (119 ratings) — better4.6 (253 ratings)
Positive reviews93.5% of reviews — better52.6% of reviews
Number of ratings119253 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size101 MB177 MB
Age rating4++12
Developer佳琦 王Keyur Kyada

Customer experience

Lenna

All ratings84 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews62 reviews
Positive93.5%
Neutral4.8%
Negative1.6%

IPTV Xtream

All ratings250 ratings
Positive91.2%
Neutral2.8%
Negative6.0%
Written reviews38 reviews
Positive52.6%
Neutral5.3%
Negative42.1%

User reviews

Lenna

From 119 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Excellent and free app
  • 🚀 Seamless Emby/Jellyfin connection
  • ✨ High quality for free
  • 🌟 User-friendly interface
  • 💯 Highly recommended

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Audio/video sync issues
  • 🐛 Dolby vision green screen
  • 🐛 Subtitles not loading
  • 🐛 Multi-season display issue
  • 🐛 Playback buffering problems

IPTV Xtream

From 253 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Slick and fast
  • 👍 Attractive and functional
  • 👍 Works quite well

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Unable to speak technogibberish
  • 🐛 Doesn't save local files
  • 🐛 Can't save items to playlist
  • 🐛 Airplay & Chromecast not working
  • 🐛 Chromecast and AirPlay doesn't work

Bugs and requests

Lenna

Reported bugs

11 issues
  • Audio and video out of sync after pausing and returning to app
  • Subtitles and video out of sync after pausing for a while
  • Dolby Vision playback shows a green screen
  • Cannot load RST subtitles from Emby
  • Some MP4 videos report 'avformat can't open input|Protocol not found'
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  • Login shows 403 error despite correct credentials
  • Playback buffering issues (low kbps)
  • Only displays Season 1 for shows with multiple seasons
  • Original film discs do not display size/bitrate correctly, showing error
  • Playback freezes when returning to the screen after pausing
  • RTS subtitles cannot be loaded

Requested features

19 requests
  • Add playback history tab
  • Implement scraping and poster wall
  • Add screen-off casting
  • Support IPTV remote subscription (txt/m3u)
  • Add gesture switch toggle
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  • Add SMB support
  • Add WebDAV support
  • Add video caching/download function
  • Add alternative line option for Emby servers
  • Add privacy blur for locked interface
  • Add screen casting to playback interface
  • Add option to disable subtitle styles/effects
  • Add dual subtitle support
  • Add loading local subtitles from Files app
  • Add macOS version
  • Add TV version
  • Add local video import from Files/Photos
  • Add media library summary statistics
  • Add option to not scrape for 115 cloud drive

IPTV Xtream

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Doesn't provide any instructions
  • Developer support form has disappearing submit button
  • No way to contact developer
  • Live channels, series, and movies are empty

Requested features

5 requests
  • Search and sorting options
  • EPG support
  • Option to hide selected groups
  • PiP support
  • Replace Home/Start screen with a preferred channel list/playlist/favorites

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Lenna

One-time3
  • A Cup of Coffee$1.99
  • A Deluxe Dessert$4.99
  • A Big Meal$14.99
8 purchases

IPTV Xtream

Subscriptions7
  • weekly2 variants$3.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Monthly$9.991 Month
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  • Yearly Subscription$17.991 Year
  • Yearly$19.991 Year
  • yearly1 Month trial$19.991 Year
  • Yearly3 Days trial$22.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro2 variants$49.99

Questions

Is Lenna free?
Lenna is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is IPTV Xtream free?
IPTV Xtream is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Lenna or IPTV Xtream?
Lenna is rated higher. Lenna averages 4.9 out of 5 from 119 ratings, while IPTV Xtream averages 4.6 from 253 ratings.
Do Lenna or IPTV Xtream have ads?
Neither Lenna nor IPTV Xtream shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Lenna or IPTV Xtream?
Lenna ships an update every 3 weeks, and IPTV Xtream fortnightly. Most recently, Lenna was updated on November 5, 2026 and IPTV Xtream on November 5, 2026.

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