iPTV Player + vs Stream Master
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iPTV Player +
Manage your M3U playlists and Xtream Codes accounts in one place, synchronized across devices. Enjoy seamless playback with features like Picture-in-Picture and background audio. Organize content with smart categorization and rich metadata.
- M3U & Xtream Codes support
- Cross-device synchronization
- Picture-in-Picture mode
- Background playback
- Smart content organization
- Offline viewing
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iPTV Player + — M3U and Xtream Codes playlist player for iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple TV. iPTV Player + is a professional media player that lets you add your own M3U link or Xtream Codes account and watch your live streams, movies and series in one clean interface. The app provides no channels, no movies and no series of its own — it only plays the playlist you supply. ▶ MULTI-DEVICE AND SYNC • iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple TV • iCloud sync: your accounts, favorites and watch progress follow you across devices • Apple TV pairing: set up your TV from your phone with a short code • Account sync with Android devices ▶ AI FEATURES • Natural-language search: type "a space movie full of action" and find matches in your own catalog • Recommendation Robot: personal picks based on your mood and genre • AI chat assistant that answers your questions and helps you decide what to watch ▶ MAKE IT YOURS • Multiple accounts and multiple playlists • Classic and modern home layouts, plus theme options • Multi-language interface • Community chat with moderated rooms • Privacy-friendly category filters for family use ▶ POWERFUL PLAYER • Hardware-accelerated decoding for smooth HD, Full HD and 4K playback • Dual playback engines: if a stream won't open, it switches to the backup engine automatically • HLS (m3u8), TS, MP4 and MKV support • Audio and subtitle track selection, subtitle size, color and sync offset • Playback speed, aspect ratio (zoom / fit / stretch), delay and buffer controls • Picture in Picture, AirPlay and background audio • Set your preferred audio and subtitle language once — it is chosen automatically on every stream ▶ LIVE TV EXPERIENCE • EPG program guide: now playing, up next and a live progress bar • Split screen: watch two channels side by side (different accounts supported) • Channel history, favorites and instant channel search • Hide categories you don't want to see in your list • Today's matches with favorite-team notifications ▶ MOVIES AND SERIES • Automatic posters, backdrops, synopsis, cast and trailers • Resume where you left off and automatic next episode • My List, favorites and full watch history • Reels-style vertical trailer feed for discovering something new ▶ DOWNLOAD AND WATCH OFFLINE • Background downloads with Live Activity progress on your Lock Screen • Offline catalog and downloaded titles when you have no connection ▶ FAST AND RELIABLE • Your catalog is cached on device, so the app opens in seconds • Automatic and scheduled list refresh with partial updates • Automatic reconnect on dropped streams, with clear error messages • Smooth scrolling and instant search even in lists with thousands of channels TYPICAL USES • Paste your M3U link and get your channels listed and sorted into categories instantly • Sign in with your Xtream Codes username and password and see your movie and series library with full artwork • Start an episode on your iPhone and finish it on Apple TV, right where you left off WHY iPTV Player + Most playlist players are either too basic or too complicated. iPTV Player + combines the power of VLC and MPV based engines with a clean, native Apple interface: channels that open fast, subtitles that actually work, a real EPG, and seamless handoff between your devices. A one-time Premium upgrade removes ads and unlocks every advanced feature — no subscription required. IMPORTANT This app is a player. It does not provide any content, channels, servers, subscriptions or playlists, and it is not affiliated with any streaming provider. You need your own legal M3U link or Xtream Codes account to use it. It is the user's responsibility to hold the rights to watch the content they play. Terms of Use: https://hknakin.com/terms-of-use.html
Stream Master
This app is a powerful IPTV player that supports M3U playlists and Xtream Codes. It allows you to watch live TV, sports, and movies in high definition with features like EPG, multi-view, and DVR recording. Sync your content across Apple devices.
- 4K & HD Playback
- Smart EPG Guide
- Picture-in-Picture
- Parental Controls
- DVR Recording
- Multi-View Mode
- Offline Downloads
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Stream Master is the most powerful IPTV player for M3U playlists and Xtream Codes — built for live sports season. Watch live TV, football, sports, movies, and series in 4K with EPG, Multi-View, and DVR recording, and follow every match across your own playlists. Designed for iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV, Stream Master delivers high-quality streaming with a modern interface. Supports all major IPTV formats including Stalker Portal, MAG devices, and OTT services. WHY STREAM MASTER? Advanced features meet simple design. Sync seamlessly across all your Apple devices with iCloud and enjoy professional-grade IPTV streaming anywhere. --- FREE FEATURES (No Limits) --- • 4K & HD Playback: Crystal-clear picture quality with powerful hardware-accelerated video engine • Smart EPG Guide: Interactive electronic program guide shows what's playing now and what's coming next • Picture-in-Picture: Watch in a floating window while using other apps on your device • Parental Controls: Lock sensitive channels and categories with secure PIN protection • Background Audio: Listen to streams while using other apps or when screen is off • Basic Access: 1 M3U playlist and 5 favorite channels completely free • Fast Search: Find channels, movies, and series instantly with smart filtering --- PRO MEMBERSHIP (Unlock Everything) --- • Unlimited Playlists: Add unlimited M3U playlists and Xtream Codes accounts with no restrictions • Ad-Free Experience: Enjoy your content with zero interruptions. No ads, ever • Multi-View Mode: Watch up to 4 streams simultaneously on one screen. Perfect for live sports fans following multiple games • DVR Recording: Record live TV directly to your device and watch later. Never miss your favorite shows • Offline Downloads: Download movies and series to watch offline without internet connection. Perfect for travel • Chromecast & AirPlay: Cast to any TV with Google Cast (Chromecast) or Apple AirPlay support • iCloud Sync: Seamlessly sync playlists, favorites, and watch history across iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV. Start on one device, continue on another • Advanced Watch Stats: Detailed viewing insights with beautiful charts and complete watch history • Pro Player Settings: Fine-tune brightness, contrast, audio sync, subtitle timing, and video quality settings Stream Master is the only IPTV player you'll need. Whether you're watching live sports, international channels, or your favorite movie series, we deliver the ultimate streaming experience with rock-solid reliability. Built on industry-leading VLC technology for maximum format compatibility and performance. Supports M3U, M3U8, Xtream Codes API, Stalker Portal, MAG protocols, and all standard IPTV formats. Download now and transform how you watch IPTV on iOS and tvOS. Note: This app is a player only and does not provide any content. You must provide your own M3U playlist URL or Xtream Codes login credentials. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: iPTV Player + at none against Stream Master's shown. iPTV Player + also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 5 weeks) and rating (4.4 vs 4.2). Stream Master's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 90%). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. iPTV Player + sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Stream Master sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
iPTV Player + holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 18 and 5 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 90% of iPTV Player +'s written reviews are positive against 100% of Stream Master's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
iPTV Player + ships an update weekly, Stream Master every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iPTV Player + | Stream Master |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (18 ratings) — better | 4.2 (5 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 90.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 18 — better | 5 |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 107 MB | 86 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hakan Akin | CmoonTech |
Customer experience
iPTV Player +
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In-app purchases
iPTV Player +
- Premium Monthly$0.991 Month
- Premium Yearly$9.991 Year
- Premium Membership$29.99
Stream Master
- Premium Weekly Plan3 Days trial$1.997 Days
- Premium Montly Plan3 Days trial$5.991 Month
- Premium Annual Plan3 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Lifetime Premium Access$69.99
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