Comparison

EPGPlayer vs IPTVIA

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

IPTVIA

Features
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IPTVIA is the AI-powered media player for your M3U and Xtream Codes playlists. Bring your own subscription — IPTVIA turns it into a premium streaming experience, with AI search, smart recommendations, and sync across all your devices. WARNING: IPTVIA DOES NOT PROVIDE ANY PLAYLISTS IPTVIA is not a content provider. We do not sell, share, host, or provide any TV channel, movie, series, or playlist of any kind. IPTVIA is exclusively a player: it is designed to open the official M3U or Xtream Codes playlist provided by your own legal subscription or your internet/TV box provider. You must already own a legal subscription before using this app. IPTVIA has no relationship with any content or third-party provider. WHY IPTVIA? Most media players feel outdated: slow menus, zero personalization, zero intelligence. IPTVIA is different — the first player designed with real AI at the heart of how it works. KEY FEATURES AI-powered search Can't remember a movie's title? Just describe it — "the one where a guy keeps reliving the same day on a train" — and our AI finds it instantly, in any language. Premium, modern interface An elegant, intuitive design built for TV, mobile, and tablet — smooth animations, hover previews, and a Top 10 list that actually makes sense. True cross-device sync Start a movie on your phone, finish it on your Apple TV. Progress, favorites, watchlist, and profile preferences follow you everywhere, instantly. Family profiles and parental controls Up to 5 profiles per account, each with its own tastes and subtitle preferences. Set an age limit per profile: beyond it, the play button is simply disabled. A daily and weekly time limit can also lock the app until the next day or week. Live channels, full EPG, and picture-in-picture Full program guide, instant channel switching, favorite channels, and picture-in-picture support. Downloadable subtitles with sync adjustment Search and download subtitles in dozens of languages. Out of sync? Adjust the timing per title — IPTVIA remembers it for that movie or episode. Built for everyone Fully available in French, English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Arabic (full RTL support) — streaming shouldn't depend on where you live. Compatible with your existing subscription Full support for Xtream Codes and M3U formats — the two most common subscription types. Smart and fast Optimized thumbnail loading, instant search, a light and fast app even with massive channel lists. Personalized for you The more you watch, the smarter IPTVIA gets. Recommendations and "Because you watched..." suggestions adapt to your taste. WHO IS THIS APP FOR? IPTVIA is designed for anyone who already has a legal M3U or Xtream Codes subscription and is tired of outdated players. On phone, tablet, or Apple TV — IPTVIA gives your subscription the premium interface it deserves. GET STARTED Try IPTVIA free for 7 days. Connect your playlist in seconds and discover what a media player should really offer. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://iptvia.app/privacy

Screenshots

EPGPlayer4 screens
IPTVIA4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: EPGPlayer at none against IPTVIA's 5. IPTVIA's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (15.5 vs 18.0). 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. IPTVIA sells 5 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, IPTVIA every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
EPGPlayer versus IPTVIA: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEPGPlayerIPTVIA
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS18.015.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size60 MB89 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer宜 谢LINKYGEEK LLC

In-app purchases

None

EPGPlayer

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

IPTVIA

Subscriptions4
  • IPTVIA Monthly · 3 Devices1 Month trial$2.991 Month
  • IPTVIA Monthly · 8 Devices1 Month trial$3.991 Month
  • IPTVIA Annual · 3 Devices1 Year trial$24.991 Year
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  • IPTVIA Annual · 8 Devices1 Year trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • IPTVIA Lifetime · 8 Devices$99.99

Questions

Is EPGPlayer free?
EPGPlayer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is IPTVIA free?
IPTVIA is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do EPGPlayer or IPTVIA have ads?
Neither EPGPlayer nor IPTVIA shows ads.
Which is updated more often, EPGPlayer or IPTVIA?
EPGPlayer ships an update every 2 months, and IPTVIA every 4 days. Most recently, EPGPlayer was updated on October 12, 2026 and IPTVIA on October 13, 2026.

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