Play Poster vs VS IPTV
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Play Poster
This app transforms your iPad into a dedicated display for your Plex media server. It showcases full-screen poster art and playback information for currently playing content, and a slideshow of new additions when idle. Enjoy a clean, immersive interface for your entertainment space.
- Dedicated Plex display
- Full-screen poster art
- Playback information
- Idle content slideshow
- Auto-hiding controls
- Content refresh
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Transform your iPad into a dedicated Plex display Play Poster turns your iPad into a beautiful companion display for your Plex media server. Whether you have an older iPad looking for a new purpose or want to dedicate a current device, it shows full-screen poster art and information for whatever's currently playing on your Plex server. How it works: • Connects directly to your Plex server (local network or remote) • Displays poster art, title, and playback progress when media is playing • Shows a rotating slideshow of recently added content when idle • Full-screen immersive experience with auto-hiding controls • Updates automatically every 5 seconds Features: • Clean, distraction-free full-screen interface • Support for both movies and TV shows • Tap to show/hide detailed information and summaries • Automatic content refresh every hour • Works with iPadOS 15 and later Perfect for: • Giving older iPads a new dedicated purpose • Second screen setups in home theaters • Displaying current playback in common areas • Adding visual appeal to your entertainment space Setup is simple: Just enter your Plex server URL, port, and authentication token. The app validates your connection before saving, ensuring a smooth experience from the start. Note: Requires an existing Plex Media Server and valid Plex account.
VS IPTV
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VibeStream brings live TV, movies, and series together in a modern interface. Favorites, search, and smooth playback: your full TV universe in one app. Important: VibeStream does not provide any audio/video content. The app is a player that lets you import and organize your own IPTV playlists/sources. You are solely responsible for the content you add and must have the necessary rights. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://wchz87mg9c-cpu.github.io/vibestream/privacy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: VS IPTV at every 6 weeks against Play Poster's every 4 months. Play Poster's advantage is iOS requirement (15.8 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Play Poster ships an update every 4 months, VS IPTV every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Play Poster | VS IPTV |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 6 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 15.8 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 54 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | JudeWorks | Mathieu Toubache |
In-app purchases
Play Poster
No in-app purchases
VS IPTV
No in-app purchases









