Comparison

Simple IPTV vs THE IPTV

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

Head to head
About

Simple IPTV

Stream your favorite series, movies, anime, and TV channels using local and remote playlists. This player supports M3U, Xtream, and XC API playlists, offering a user-friendly interface with a TV guide and personalized home screen.

Highlights
  • IPTV & Xtream/XC API playlist support
  • VOD content streaming
  • TV Guide integration
  • Customized home screen
  • Favorites and watch history
  • Subtitle support
  • Dark & Light themes
Features
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Experience seamless streaming with Simple IPTV, your all-in-one IPTV media player. Watch your favorite series, movies, anime and tv channels through local and remote M3U, Xtream / XC API playlists, all within a powerful, sleek and user-friendly interface. Key Features: • IPTV & Xtream / XC API Playlist Support: Effortlessly manage your local and remote playlists for a comprehensive streaming experience. Supports M3U, Xtream, XC API playlists. • VOD Content Support: Stream a wide variety of Video-On-Demand (VOD) content including TV channels, series, movies, and anime anytime. • TV Guide Integration: Stay on top of your favorite programs with a built-in TV guide for easy schedule management. • Customized Home Screen: Stay organized with a home screen featuring Last Watched Live TV, Continue Watching Movies & Series, Most Watched Live TV, and Recently Added Live TV, Movies, & Series. • Favorites: Easily save and access your favorite series, movies, anime and TV channels for quick viewing. • Watch History: Keep track of your viewing progress and pick up right where you left off. • Resume Playback: Never miss a moment with our resume feature, designed to pick up exactly where you stopped watching. • Advanced Search & Filters: Quickly find your favorite content with powerful search, filter, and sorting tools. • Multiple Playlist Support: Add multiple playlists to customize your viewing experience. • Copy Media: Easily copy media content to user-created playlists for personalized organization. • Subtitles Integration: Enhance your viewing with subtitle support for a personalized experience. • Dark & Light Theme Support: Choose between dark and light themes to match your viewing preference and reduce eye strain. • User-Friendly Media Player: Enjoy a clean, intuitive interface that uses the VLC media player library to play streams, ensuring smooth and reliable playback. Disclaimers: Simple IPTV does not provide any media or content. Users must add their own content for streaming. Simple IPTV has no affiliation with any third-party providers or media content. The use of the app is entirely dependent on the user’s compliance with applicable laws and content regulations. Privacy Policy: https://simpleip.tv/v2/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://simpleip.tv/v2/terms

About

THE IPTV

Features
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Experience TV Your Way with THE IPTV Unlock the world of entertainment with THE IPTV – your all-in-one live TV and video streaming app. Enjoy seamless streaming, enjoy downloads, and a truly personalized experience on all your devices. Features: Watch Live TV: Stream hundreds of live TV channels from around the world. Rich On-Demand Content: Access a vast library of movies, series, and exclusive content. Unlimited Downloads: Download your favorite shows and movies with no limits—watch anytime, anywhere, even offline! Supports both Faster downloads & Background downloads! Unlimited Subtitles: Access subtitles for all your content, in multiple languages — never miss a moment. Personalized Experience: Mark favorites, resume watching across devices, and get recommendations tailored to your tastes. Multi-Device Support: Enjoy THE IPTV on iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV with a consistent, intuitive interface. Fast & Smooth Streaming: Adaptive streaming for the best experience, even on slower connections. Custom Playlists: Import and manage your own M3U or Xtream Codes playlists. Advanced Player: Picture-in-picture, subtitles, and multi-audio track support. Parental Controls: Restrict access to certain content with easy-to-use parental controls. Elegant Interface: A clean, modern design optimized for both touch and remote navigation. Getting Started: Add your IPTV playlist or account details. Explore categories or search for your favorite channels. Download or stream content and enjoy unlimited access! Why Choose THE IPTV? User-Friendly: Designed for everyone, from casual viewers to IPTV enthusiasts. Unlimited Access: Premium users has no restrictions on downloads or subtitles—enjoy your content your way! Privacy First: We never collect or share your viewing data. Constant Updates: Regular improvements and new features based on your feedback. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Note: THE IPTV does not provide or include any media or content. Users must supply their own playlist or account credentials. We do not endorse or facilitate access to copyrighted content without permission. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Download THE IPTV now and enjoy unlimited streaming, downloads, favorites and subtitles! https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Simple IPTV4 screens
THE IPTV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: THE IPTV at none against Simple IPTV's shown. THE IPTV also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). Simple IPTV's advantage is iOS requirement (15.3 vs 17.6). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Simple IPTV sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and THE IPTV sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Simple IPTV ships an update monthly, THE IPTV every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Simple IPTV versus THE IPTV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimple IPTVTHE IPTV
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple TV
Requires iOS15.3 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size126 MB83 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBurak KalManiganda Saravanan Ramachandran

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Simple IPTV

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly$1.997 Days
  • Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Yearly$19.991 Year
3 purchases

THE IPTV

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly1 Month trial$1.991 Month
  • Annual1 Month trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$44.99

Questions

Is Simple IPTV free?
Simple IPTV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is THE IPTV free?
THE IPTV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Simple IPTV or THE IPTV have ads?
Simple IPTV shows ads; THE IPTV does not.
Which is updated more often, Simple IPTV or THE IPTV?
Simple IPTV ships an update monthly, and THE IPTV every 2 weeks. Most recently, Simple IPTV was updated on October 28, 2026 and THE IPTV on October 30, 2026.

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