iPlay vs Pocket STB
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iPlay
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Transform your streaming experience with iPlay-List, the ultimate video player designed for iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV. Import your own playlists and enjoy your favorite content with ease. * Key Features: Extensive Format Support: Compatible with M3U, M3U8, Xtream Codes API, and more. Intuitive Interface: Easily navigate between your channels, movies, and TV shows. iCloud Sync: Find your settings and playlists across all your Apple devices. AirPlay Compatibility: Stream your content directly to your TV. Important: iPlay-List is a video player and does not provide any media content. Users must import their own playlists or content. The app does not promote or facilitate access to copyrighted content without permission. The user is solely responsible for the use of the application and the content they choose to add. Please ensure you have the necessary rights to access the content you upload to the application. Premium Subscriptions Available: Premium Weekly: $0.99/week (auto-renewable) Premium Monthly: $2.99/month (auto-renewable) Premium Yearly: $19.99/year (auto-renewable) All plans include unlimited playlist creation and usage. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Prices are shown in the app and may vary by region. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/iplay-lists/privacy-policy
Pocket STB
Stream Live TV, movies, and series from your IPTV service with this modern player. Enjoy offline downloads, account syncing, and a clean, intuitive interface for effortless navigation and playback.
- Live TV, Movies, and Series streaming
- Offline downloads for supported content
- Account sync across devices
- Stalker, Xtream, and M3U playlist support
- Fast, smooth media playback
- Intuitive, redesigned interface
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Pocket STB is a modern IPTV player built for fast, smooth, and effortless streaming. Connect your supported IPTV service and enjoy your Live TV channels, Movies, and Series — all in one clean, well-organized app. WHAT'S NEW We've made Pocket STB more powerful and more convenient: • Offline Downloads — save supported content and watch it later without a connection • Account Sync — keep your accounts and setup synced across the same device • Refreshed UI/UX — a smoother, cleaner interface designed for faster navigation MULTIPLE ACCOUNTS & PLAYLISTS Pocket STB gives you the flexibility to connect the way you want: • Stalker portal support • Xtream account support • M3U / M3U8 playlist support KEY FEATURES • Live TV, Movies, and Series support • Stalker, Xtream, and M3U / M3U8 compatibility • Offline downloads for supported content • Account sync on the same device • Categorized, well-organized content lists • Fast, smooth media playback • Feature-rich built-in media player • Simple setup and easy login • Redesigned, intuitive interface A BETTER WAY TO WATCH Pocket STB is made for people who want a flexible IPTV player with a clean interface, reliable playback, and support for multiple streaming formats. Just add your authorized credentials or playlist and start watching. IMPORTANT Pocket STB is a media player only. It does not provide, include, or sell any channels, content, or subscriptions. Pocket STB plays content from your own IPTV provider. You must add your own valid subscription, portal, or playlist source. Offline download availability depends on your provider and the rights associated with your content. LEGAL Privacy Policy: https://www.pocketstb.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://www.pocketstb.com/terms-of-use
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Pocket STB at none against iPlay's shown. Pocket STB also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 months) and device support (5 vs 3). On price 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
Both are free to download. iPlay sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Pocket STB sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
iPlay ships an update every 3 months, Pocket STB every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.
| Parameter | iPlay | Pocket STB |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 48 MB | 87 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ngo Truc Mai | Aavitech Solutions Private Limited |
In-app purchases
iPlay
- Premium weekly$0.997 Days
- Premium monthly$2.991 Month
- Premium yearly$19.991 Year
Pocket STB
- Unlock Premium Monthly$0.991 Month
- Unlock Premium Yearly$9.991 Year
- Unlock Premium$29.99









