iMPlayer IPTV Player vs 901w Player
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iMPlayer IPTV Player
This media player allows you to stream content from m3u files and compatible platforms, offering a cable-like experience. Enjoy features like catch-up, VOD, downloads, and a full EPG guide with a customizable interface.
- Catch-up Support
- VOD Support
- Download Support
- Full EPG Guide Support
- Customizable UI
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The iMPlayer app is a versatile media player designed to support m3u files and certain compatible platforms. Our goal is to deliver the ultimate cable-like experience to users on their devices. iMPlayer offers a wide range of features, including (but not limited to): • Catch-up Support: Seamlessly access missed content. • VOD Support: Enjoy on-demand video content with ease. • Full EPG Guide Support: Browse comprehensive electronic program guides. • Customizable UI: Tailor the interface to suit your preferences. • And much more! Experience the perfect blend of functionality and convenience with iMPlayer. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
901w Player
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901wplayer is a private BYO (Bring Your Own) media player utility. The app does not host, distribute, recommend, or sell third-party content. Users provide their own authorized source, such as an M3U playlist URL or direct server credentials. Key capabilities: - Open app without account or purchase - Add your own M3U playlist URL - Add your own server URL, username, and password - Browse live channels, movies, and series from user-provided source - Native playback on Apple devices - Local favorites, continue watching, and parental controls - No credential persistence after app closes in review-safe mode Important: - No built-in hosted catalog - No provider marketplace - No default third-party branded content - No subscription required to reach source entry flow - User is responsible for source rights and authorization
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: 901w Player at none against iMPlayer IPTV Player's 1. 901w Player also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. iMPlayer IPTV Player sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $24.99 per year. 901w Player asks for nothing beyond the download.
iMPlayer IPTV Player ships an update every 3 weeks, 901w Player every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iMPlayer IPTV Player | 901w Player |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (2.2K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 60.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2.2K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 227 MB | 43 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | HzApps | John Santos |
Bugs and requests
iMPlayer IPTV Player
Reported bugs
1 issue- PiP feature not working as expected
Requested features
3 requests- Apple TV app
- Automatic PiP activation
- All-channels button
901w Player
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
iMPlayer IPTV Player
- Premium Subscription3 Days trial$24.991 Year
901w Player
No in-app purchases
