# VU IPTV PLAYER vs IPTV Plus

The clearest difference is review sentiment: VU IPTV PLAYER at 56% against IPTV Plus's 20%. VU IPTV PLAYER also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). IPTV Plus's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 months) and device support (5 vs 2). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. VU IPTV PLAYER sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and IPTV Plus sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

VU IPTV PLAYER holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: VU IPTV PLAYER has 3.4K ratings behind it against 154, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of VU IPTV PLAYER's written reviews are positive against 20% of IPTV Plus's.

VU IPTV PLAYER ships an update every 4 months, IPTV Plus every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | VU IPTV PLAYER | IPTV Plus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (3.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vu-iptv-player/id6526480705/reviews)** | [4.5 (154 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iptv-plus-smart-player-pro/id6746158627/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.4K** | 154 |
| Positive reviews | **55.8% of reviews** | 20.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 62 MB | 89 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Vision Pro** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Byte9 Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1632555535) | [IPTV Stream Solutions LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1815484342) |

## What reviewers say

### VU IPTV PLAYER

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vu-iptv-player/id6526480705)

This application acts as a versatile media player for IPTV services. It enables users to stream live TV channels, movies, and series from their provider, offering features like program guides and parental controls.

**Highlights:** Xtream Codes API support, M3U file/URL loading, Stalker Portal connectivity, Live, Movies, Series streaming, EPG (TV Program Guide), Parental Controls

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade to Pro – Monthly Access | $9.99 | per month |
| Upgrade to Pro – Yearly Access | $14.99 | per year |
| Upgrade to Pro – Lifetime Access | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and nice interface
- 👍 Sleek, easy to use and reliable
- 🚀 Great app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy, won't refresh playlist
- 🐛 Cannot add or change users
- 🐛 EPG doesn't work

**Reported bugs**

- Locked in after login, can't refresh playlist
- Cannot add or change users

**Requested features**

- Add multi-list options
- Add user profiles
- Add Apple TV app


### IPTV Plus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iptv-plus-smart-player-pro/id6746158627)

Stream live TV, movies, and on-demand video on your Apple devices. This modern player supports playlists, series, and catch-up content, offering a smooth and flexible experience. Bring your streaming content together in one place with an intuitive layout.

**Highlights:** Stream live TV, movies, and VOD, Supports playlists, series, and catch-up, Works on iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV, Intuitive layout and responsive design, Supports M3U and Xtream codes, Secure and private content management

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| IPTV Premium Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| IPTV Premium Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| IPTV Premium Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| IPTV Smart Player - Quarterly | $17.99 | per 3 months |
| IPTV Premium Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| IPTV Premium Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| IPTV Smart Player Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| IPTV Premium - Yearly Family | $69.99 | per year |
| IPTV Player Lifetime Purchase | $39.99 | one-time |
| IPTV Player: Lifetime Purchase | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is VU IPTV PLAYER free?

VU IPTV PLAYER is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is IPTV Plus free?

IPTV Plus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, VU IPTV PLAYER or IPTV Plus?

VU IPTV PLAYER is rated higher. VU IPTV PLAYER averages 4.8 out of 5 from 3.4K ratings, while IPTV Plus averages 4.5 from 154 ratings.

### Do VU IPTV PLAYER or IPTV Plus have ads?

IPTV Plus shows ads; VU IPTV PLAYER does not.

### Which is updated more often, VU IPTV PLAYER or IPTV Plus?

VU IPTV PLAYER ships an update every 4 months, and IPTV Plus every 2 weeks. Most recently, VU IPTV PLAYER was updated on September 23, 2026 and IPTV Plus on September 23, 2026.

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