# IPTV M3U vs IPTV

The clearest difference is review sentiment: IPTV at 100% against IPTV M3U's 40%. IPTV also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.4) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.4). IPTV M3U's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs monthly). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. IPTV M3U sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and IPTV sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

IPTV holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 52 and 30 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of IPTV M3U's written reviews are positive against 100% of IPTV's.

IPTV M3U ships an update every 4 days, IPTV monthly. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | IPTV M3U | IPTV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (52 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iptv-m3u-stream-player/id6612010446/reviews) | **[4.8 (30 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iptv-iptv-smart-player/id6743338098/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **52** | 30 |
| Positive reviews | 40.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 108 MB | 34 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Imam Jinani](https://appshunter.io/developer/1657596630) | [MT Tunnel](https://appshunter.io/developer/1853765503) |

## What reviewers say

### IPTV M3U

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iptv-m3u-stream-player/id6612010446)

Stream live TV, movies, and series from your existing IPTV provider. Easily add playlists via M3U links, Xtream Codes, or files. Enjoy a user-friendly interface with a TV guide, search, and playback controls.

**Highlights:** Live TV, movies, and series streaming, TV guide (EPG) integration, Playlist import (M3U, Xtream Codes), Categories, search, and favorites, Continue watching and history, Picture-in-picture and zoom controls

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| IPTV Premium | $2.99 | per month |
| IPTV Premium Year | $14.99 | per year |
| Premium Lifetime | $14.99 | one-time |


### IPTV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iptv-iptv-smart-player/id6743338098)

This app is a powerful IPTV player that allows you to stream live TV channels and video-on-demand content. It supports M3U playlists, an electronic program guide, and allows you to organize your favorite channels for a seamless viewing experience.

**Highlights:** M3U playlist support, Live TV and VOD streaming, Electronic Program Guide (EPG), Favorites and categories, Picture-in-Picture (PiP), Multiple playlist management

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| StreamPlay Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| StreamPlay Yearly | $9.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is IPTV M3U free?

IPTV M3U is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is IPTV free?

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

### Which has better reviews, IPTV M3U or IPTV?

IPTV is rated higher. IPTV M3U averages 4.4 out of 5 from 52 ratings, while IPTV averages 4.8 from 30 ratings.

### Do IPTV M3U or IPTV have ads?

Both IPTV M3U and IPTV show ads.

### Which is updated more often, IPTV M3U or IPTV?

IPTV M3U ships an update every 4 days, and IPTV monthly. Most recently, IPTV M3U was updated on October 30, 2026 and IPTV on October 30, 2026.

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