Comparison

IPTV M3U vs Virsa FM

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

Head to head
About

IPTV M3U

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
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IPTV M3U is a fast, simple player for the IPTV playlist you already get from your provider. Add it once and watch live TV, movies and series on your phone and tablet. HOW TO ADD YOUR PLAYLIST • Paste your M3U / M3U8 playlist link • Or sign in with Xtream Codes (server, username and password) • Or import a .m3u file from your device • Or play a single stream link FEATURES • Live TV, movies and series with seasons and episodes • TV guide (EPG): see what's on now and next • Categories, search and favorites • Continue watching and viewing history • Swipe to change channel, pinch to zoom, picture-in-picture • Seek bar and 10-second skip for movies and series • Works with streams that need a custom User-Agent or Referer • Available in 16 languages IMPORTANT IPTV M3U does not provide any channels or media content. You need a playlist or subscription from an IPTV provider. Only add playlists and streams that you own or are authorized to watch.

About

Virsa FM

Features
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Virsa FM is your all-in-one app to watch, listen and read history, with Punjabi audiobooks, eBooks, historical 4k documentaries, and expert book picks in one place. Whether you’re exploring Sikh history, learning through stories, or building a daily reading habit, Virsa FM helps you discover the right titles fast, save what matters, and keep progressing, without losing your place. Key Features • Listen & Read Punjabi Books Switch between audiobooks and eBooks and enjoy Punjabi literature your way. • Historical Documentaries Watch powerful Punjabi/Sikh history documentaries and explore important events through film. • Smart Search Search by title, topic, or author to find books and documentaries instantly. • Your Library, Bookmarks & Notes Save favorites, continue where you left off, add bookmarks, and keep notes for key moments. • Expert Historians’ Recommendations Discover curated book recommendations by historians and explore “Book Picks” for guided learning. • Historical Timeline with Books & Films Learn through a structured timeline with milestones, eras, and related books/documentaries attached. • Real-Time Project Updates Track initiatives with clear stage progress and updates, everything organized and easy to follow. • Monthly Rewards & Leaderboard Stay consistent, climb the leaderboard, and compete for Top 3 monthly rewards based on listening time. Built for Learners & History Lovers If you’re looking for a Punjabi audiobook app, Punjabi eBook reader, or a Sikh history documentaries app, Virsa FM gives you a clean, focused experience built around discovery, learning, and consistency. Download Virsa FM and start exploring Punjabi stories, history, and expert book picks, today. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

IPTV M3U4 screens
Virsa FM4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Virsa FM at none against IPTV M3U's shown. IPTV M3U's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. IPTV M3U sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Virsa FM sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

IPTV M3U ships an update every 4 days, Virsa FM every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
IPTV M3U versus Virsa FM: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIPTV M3UVirsa FM
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (52 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews40.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings52 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.415.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size108 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperImam JinaniBlankedge Private Limited

In-app purchases

3 purchases

IPTV M3U

Subscriptions2
  • IPTV Premium$2.991 Month
  • IPTV Premium Year$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$14.99
2 purchases

Virsa FM

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Yearly$79.991 Year

Questions

Is IPTV M3U free?
IPTV M3U is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Virsa FM free?
Virsa FM is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do IPTV M3U or Virsa FM have ads?
IPTV M3U shows ads; Virsa FM does not.
Which is updated more often, IPTV M3U or Virsa FM?
IPTV M3U ships an update every 4 days, and Virsa FM every 3 weeks. Most recently, IPTV M3U was updated on October 30, 2026 and Virsa FM on October 16, 2026.

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