Comparison

iStreamX vs LiveMate

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

Head to head
About

iStreamX

This app allows you to stream live TV channels from around the world by entering custom IPTV links. Organize your favorite channels, track your viewing history, and cast streams directly to your TV.

Highlights
  • Stream custom IPTV links
  • Organize channels with labels
  • Interactive viewing history
  • Personalized favorites list
  • Seamless casting support (Google Cast, AirPlay)
  • Built-in browser for link discovery
Features
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Discover Endless IPTV Streaming! Your All-in-One Solution for Live TV Channels Transform your streaming experience with our IPTV app, designed for flexibility, convenience, and user customization. Enter your favorite IPTV links, organize channels with personalized labels, and enjoy seamless playback with casting options. Easily access your viewing history, share links, and stay connected with live TV from around the world—all within one app. Key Features: Stream Custom Links: Enter any IPTV link in the Stream tab to start watching your preferred channels. Save your favorite channels for quick access. Interactive History Tab: Keep track of your previously entered links in the History tab. Label links for easy identification, share them with friends, or remove any unneeded entries. Favorites: Save channels you love in your personalized Favorites list, making it easy to revisit the content you enjoy most. Seamless Casting Support: Cast directly to your TV with Google Cast and AirPlay, now accessible while watching a stream. In-App Browser: Use the built-in browser to find new IPTV links, copy them, and paste directly into the Stream tab. How It Works: Stream Custom Links: Start by entering any IPTV link in the Stream tab to load and view the channels it provides. Manage History: Every link you enter is saved to History, where you can label, share, or delete it for quick and easy access. Favorites: Save your preferred channels to your Favorites list for seamless navigation and easy retrieval. Cast and AirPlay: Enjoy smooth playback on your TV with easy-access Cast and AirPlay buttons while watching a stream. Why Choose This App? Our IPTV app is built to prioritize user choice and flexibility. With powerful search, casting options, and a customizable interface, this app is ideal for IPTV enthusiasts who want control over their streaming experience. Download today to bring the world of IPTV to your fingertips!

About

LiveMate

This app allows you to play IPTV streams from your own playlists. It supports various playlist formats and offers features like channel organization, fast search, and casting to your TV. Enjoy a customizable viewing experience with a privacy-focused design.

Highlights
  • Advanced IPTV playback
  • Xtream API, M3U, M3U8 support
  • Playlist management
  • Favorites and categories
  • AirPlay and Smart Casting
  • Dark Mode UI
  • Fast channel search
Features
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LiveMate IPTV Smart Player can play extensions such as mqv, pls, aifc, m4r, wav, 3gp, 3g2, flac, avi, m2a, aac, mpa, xhe, m3u, mov, aiff, ttml, vtt, m4v, amr, caf, m4a, m4b, mp4, mp1, m1a, mp4, aax, mp2, w64, aa, mp3, itt, au, eac3, webvtt, vtt, ac3, m4p, loas and Live stream IPTV support. Key Features • Advanced IPTV Player – Smooth playback with support for Xtream Api, M3U & M3U8 playlists. • Live TV Experience – Switch channels instantly and enjoy responsive, high-quality streaming. • Playlist Manager – Organize, edit, and update your playlists with ease. • Favorites & Categories – Keep your most-watched channels within reach. • Multi-Playlist Support – Add as many playlists as you want. • AirPlay & Smart Casting – Stream to your TV with one tap. • Dark Mode UI – Clean, modern interface optimized for OLED and low-light viewing. • Fast Channel Search – Quickly find what you’re looking for. • High Performance – Designed for speed, stability, and a premium user experience. Privacy First LiveMate does not store or distribute any streams, playlists, or user data. All content stays on your device. Your privacy is always protected. LiveMate offers optional auto-renewable subscriptions; weekly, monthly and yearly premiums that unlock some advanced features. Subscription Details: • Subscriptions are billed automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period • Payment is charged to your Apple ID • Subscriptions can be managed or canceled anytime in your App Store account settings • Any unused portion of a free trial (if offered) will be forfeited when a subscription is purchased Disclaimer LiveMate does NOT include any IPTV channels or provide content of any kind. You must add your own playlists from legal, authorized sources. Download & Play IPTV designed for ease of use for IPTV. Privacy Policy: https://orlproducts.pages.dev/privacy Terms of Service(EULA): https://orlproducts.pages.dev/terms Got ideas or feedback? Send them our way: info@orlproducts.com

Screenshots

iStreamX4 screens
LiveMate3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: iStreamX at none against LiveMate's shown. iStreamX also leads on update cadence (daily vs weekly) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases 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. iStreamX sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and LiveMate sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for iStreamX against 5.0 for LiveMate. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iStreamX ships an update daily, LiveMate weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
iStreamX versus LiveMate: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriStreamXLiveMate
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyDaily — betterWeekly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB11 MB
Age rating17+4+
Developergaurav kumarORIENTPRO - LAM AN INVESTMENT & TRADE.,JSC

Customer experience

iStreamX

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

LiveMate

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

iStreamX

One-time2
  • iStreamX$4.99
  • iStreamX- IPTV$4.99
3 purchases

LiveMate

Subscriptions3
  • LiveMate Premium Weekly$1.997 Days
  • LiveMate Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
  • LiveMate Premium Yearly$12.991 Year

Questions

Is iStreamX free?
iStreamX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is LiveMate free?
LiveMate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, iStreamX or LiveMate?
iStreamX and LiveMate are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do iStreamX or LiveMate have ads?
LiveMate shows ads; iStreamX does not.
Which is updated more often, iStreamX or LiveMate?
iStreamX ships an update daily, and LiveMate weekly. Most recently, iStreamX was updated on November 8, 2026 and LiveMate on November 3, 2026.

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