Comparison

EPGPlayer vs Plivot

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

Head to head
About

EPGPlayer

This unofficial client connects to your EPGStation server to stream live TV and recorded programs. It supports various formats, subtitles, PiP mode, and offline downloads. Manage schedules, set notifications, and authenticate securely.

Highlights
  • Live TV and recorded program playback
  • Supports TS and encoded formats
  • ARIB STD-B24 subtitle support
  • Picture-in-Picture (PiP) mode
  • Offline program downloads
  • Program schedule management and notifications
  • Secure server authentication
Features
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This is an unofficial native app for EPGStation. You must have your own EPGStation server to use this app. Key features: - Playback - Recorded program playback - Livestream TV playback - Supports both encoded and original "TS" (無変換) formats - Supports "ARIB STD-B24" subtitles through "libaribcaption" - Supports PiP (Picture in Picture) mode - Supports playback on external displays (e.g. AirPlay) - Downloads - Download recorded programs for offline playback - Download continues while the app is in background - Program schedules - Show program schedules for all channels - Show currently playing program for a live channel - Set notifications for programs - Add programs to calendar - Schedule and manage program recordings - Server authentication - SSO-based authentication (Cloudflare Zero Trust) - HTTP basic authentication - Custom HTTP Authorization header Licenses for videos used in the screenshots: Wing It!, Sprite Fright, Coffee Run, Glass Half: (CC) Blender Foundation | studio.blender.org Spring: © Blender Foundation | cloud.blender.org/spring Agent 327: Operation Barbershop is released under CC-BY-ND license.

About

Plivot

Features
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Elevate your viewing experience with Plivot, the media player designed for your personal content sources. Seamlessly integrate Xtream Codes, M3U playlists, WebDAV, and FTP servers into one powerful, unified library. Important: Plivot is a media player only and does not provide, sell, or include any content. Access to live TV channels, movies, or series requires your own third-party subscription or media source (Xtream Codes provider, M3U playlist, etc.), purchased separately from your provider. Key Features: - Universal Hub: Easily connect your favorite sources (Xtream, M3U, WebDAV, FTP, and more). - Liquid Glass Dark Design: Navigate through a stunning, fluid interface optimized for a cinematic feel. - 4K HDR Compatible: Experience your content in crystal-clear quality with our high-performance player. - Advanced Tools: Stay organized with a dynamic EPG timeline, custom categories visiblity, and a robust favorites system. - Rich Metadata: Get the latest ratings, trailers, and deep-dive info via full TMDB integration. Your media deserves a world-class stage. Experience the future of streaming with Plivot. (Note: Plivot does not provide any content) Privacy Policy: https://plivot.app/legal Terms of Use: https://plivot.app/legal

Screenshots

EPGPlayer4 screens
Plivot4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: EPGPlayer at none against Plivot's 2. EPGPlayer also leads on iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.0). Plivot's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months). On price, ads 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. Plivot sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. EPGPlayer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

EPGPlayer ships an update every 2 months, Plivot every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
EPGPlayer versus Plivot: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEPGPlayerPlivot
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS18.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size60 MB118 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer宜 谢Cedric Schoenecker

In-app purchases

None

EPGPlayer

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Plivot

Subscriptions2
  • Plivot Plus$2.991 Month
  • Plivot Plus7 Days trial$22.991 Year

Questions

Is EPGPlayer free?
EPGPlayer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Plivot free?
Plivot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do EPGPlayer or Plivot have ads?
Neither EPGPlayer nor Plivot shows ads.
Which is updated more often, EPGPlayer or Plivot?
EPGPlayer ships an update every 2 months, and Plivot every 10 days. Most recently, EPGPlayer was updated on October 12, 2026 and Plivot on October 3, 2026.

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