Comparison

IPTV ++ vs Playstream M3U

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

Head to head
About

IPTV ++

Stream live TV, movies, and series from your IPTV subscription. Supports M3U playlists and Xtream Codes API for a seamless viewing experience on iOS devices.

Highlights
  • Stream live TV, movies, and series
  • Supports M3U playlists
  • Supports Xtream Codes API
  • User-friendly interface
  • Reliable streaming
Features
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IPTV Pro is a powerful, reliable, and user-friendly IPTV player that lets you stream live TV, movies, series, and more — all from your existing IPTV subscription. Whether you're using M3U playlists or Xtream Codes API, IPTV Pro delivers a seamless streaming experience with a sleek, modern interface.

About

Playstream M3U

Features
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PlayStream M3U is a lightweight and modern video player for M3U and M3U8 files. Designed for those who want to organize and play their multimedia playlists in a simple, clean, and fast way. KEY FEATURES • Load playlists from URL or local file • Import accounts compatible with the standard remote playlist management protocol • Channel list with logos, categories, and quick search • Dedicated favorites section • Modern video player with HLS support, AirPlay and Picture-in-Picture on iPhone and iPad, picture-adjustment controls (Fit, Fill, Stretch), and audio/video/subtitle track selection • Automatic full-screen when the device is rotated to landscape • Manual aspect ratio selection PROGRAM GUIDE (EPG) PlayStream M3U supports XMLTV-format program guides, configurable for over 50 countries. You can see the currently airing program directly from the channel list and a preview of the next program in the player. WEB MANAGEMENT Load and manage your playlists also from your browser, from any PC or smartphone: go to playstream-m3u.eu/manage, enter the device code shown in the app Settings, and manage your lists comfortably. With PlayStream PRO you can manage up to 10 playlists at once, automatically synced with the app. CUSTOMIZATION • Light, dark, or automatic theme • App available in Italian and English, with manual language selector or automatic adaptation to device language • Configurable EPG time window • Country selection for default EPG sources NO PRELOADED CONTENT PlayStream M3U is a neutral player: no media content is provided with the app. It is the user's sole responsibility to load playlists of content they have the right to access and view. PRIVACY The app does not collect personal data, does not use analytics services, and does not share information with third parties. All preferences and playlists are saved only on your device. --- Terms of Service (EULA): https://playstream-m3u.eu/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://playstream-m3u.eu/privacy.html

Screenshots

IPTV ++4 screens
Playstream M3U4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: IPTV ++ at none against Playstream M3U's 3. Playstream M3U's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 8 days). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Playstream M3U sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. IPTV ++ asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

IPTV ++ ships an update every 8 days, Playstream M3U every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
IPTV ++ versus Playstream M3U: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIPTV ++Playstream M3U
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 daysEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB61 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSoroush ChehresaLORENZO CONTI

In-app purchases

None

IPTV ++

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Playstream M3U

Subscriptions2
  • PRO Mensile$1.991 Month
  • PRO Annuale$8.991 Year
One-time1
  • PRO a vita$17.99

Questions

Is IPTV ++ free?
IPTV ++ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Playstream M3U free?
Playstream M3U is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do IPTV ++ or Playstream M3U have ads?
Neither IPTV ++ nor Playstream M3U shows ads.
Which is updated more often, IPTV ++ or Playstream M3U?
IPTV ++ ships an update every 8 days, and Playstream M3U every 3 days. Most recently, IPTV ++ was updated on October 8, 2026 and Playstream M3U on October 9, 2026.

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