Comparison

iPTV Player + vs IPTV Stream & Cast

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • M3U & Xtream Codes support
  • Cross-device synchronization
  • Picture-in-Picture mode
  • Background playback
  • Smart content organization
  • Offline viewing
Features
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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

About

IPTV Stream & Cast

Stream live TV channels, movies, and series from your own playlists. Easily manage multiple sources, cast to your TV, and discover content with smart search and category organization. Enjoy a global viewing experience with multi-language support.

Highlights
  • Live TV & VOD streaming
  • M3U playlist management
  • Chromecast and AirPlay support
  • Personalized favorites
  • Smart search and category organization
  • Multi-language support
  • Customizable subtitles
Features
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Flayer – Your Ultimate Stream Experience Flayer delivers the ultimate streaming freedom, allowing you to watch your favorite live TV channels, movies, and series directly from your device. Whether you're into sports, news, entertainment, or international content, Flayer gives you seamless access anytime, anywhere. All you need is your playlist – Flayer does the rest. --- **Key Features:** • **Live TV & VOD** – Watch live TV channels and on-demand content from around the world. Stay updated with the latest news, sports events, and entertainment shows. • **M3U Playlist Management** – Easily manage multiple M3U playlists. Add, organize, and switch between your favorite sources with ease. • **Personalized Favorites** – Create your own list of favorite channels for quick and easy access. Your favorites sync across all your devices. • **Chromecast Support** – Seamlessly cast your favorite content to your TV or Chromecast-enabled devices. Enjoy your shows on the big screen with one tap. • **Smart Search** – Find channels and content instantly with our powerful search feature. Filter by name, category, or content type. • **Category Organization** – Browse content by categories for a more organized viewing experience. Discover new channels and content effortlessly. • **Multiple Languages** – Access content in various languages for a truly global viewing experience. The app interface supports 12+ languages. • **Modern Design** – Experience a beautiful, gradient-based interface designed for an immersive viewing experience. Dark and light themes available. • **Premium Features** – Unlock advanced features including ad-free viewing, enVersion 2.0hanced Chromecast capabilities, and priority support with a premium subscription. --- **Why Choose Flayer?** Whether you're at home, on the go, or anywhere in between, Flayer lets you stay connected to the content you love. Designed for an immersive and flexible viewing experience, Flayer brings a world of entertainment to your fingertips – with no content restrictions or unnecessary complexity. **What's New in Version 2.1.5** • Customizable Subtitles: Fine-tune subtitle appearance and behavior to your preferences • Enhanced Family Controls: Password-protect content categories for comprehensive parental controls • Category Sorting: Arrange and organize categories exactly as you prefer • AirPlay Support: Seamlessly stream to Apple TV and other AirPlay-compatible devices • Multiple Playlist Support: Easily manage and switch between multiple playlists Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

iPTV Player +4 screens
IPTV Stream & Cast4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: IPTV Stream & Cast at 5.0 against iPTV Player +'s 4.5. iPTV Player +'s advantage is update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly) and ratings volume (19 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 Player + sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and IPTV Stream & Cast sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

IPTV Stream & Cast holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iPTV Player + has 19 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iPTV Player + ships an update weekly, IPTV Stream & Cast fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
iPTV Player + versus IPTV Stream & Cast: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriPTV Player +IPTV Stream & Cast
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (19 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews90.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings19 — better2
Update frequencyWeekly — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TViPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size110 MB105 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHakan AkinMUHAMMED YUSUF KOCER

Customer experience

iPTV Player +

All ratings19 ratings
Positive89.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative10.5%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive90.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative10.0%

IPTV Stream & Cast

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

iPTV Player +

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Membership$29.99
4 purchases

IPTV Stream & Cast

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium Subscription$7.991 Month
  • premium$9.991 Month
One-time2
  • Life Time FreemiumFree
  • Premium Lifetime Access$29.99

Questions

Is iPTV Player + free?
iPTV Player + is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is IPTV Stream & Cast free?
IPTV Stream & Cast is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, iPTV Player + or IPTV Stream & Cast?
IPTV Stream & Cast is rated higher. iPTV Player + averages 4.5 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while IPTV Stream & Cast averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do iPTV Player + or IPTV Stream & Cast have ads?
Neither iPTV Player + nor IPTV Stream & Cast shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iPTV Player + or IPTV Stream & Cast?
iPTV Player + ships an update weekly, and IPTV Stream & Cast fortnightly. Most recently, iPTV Player + was updated on October 28, 2026 and IPTV Stream & Cast on October 8, 2026.

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