Flix Player vs YouPlay
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Flix Player
This advanced video player handles local files and streaming playlists with ease. Enjoy smooth playback, broad format support, and Chromecast integration for a versatile media experience.
- Full format support (MP4, MKV, AVI, MOV, etc.)
- m3u & m3u8 playlist compatibility
- Chromecast integration
- Multiple subtitle format support
- Adaptive streaming technologies (DASH, HLS)
- Lightweight and fast performance
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FlixPlayer – Advanced Video & Playlist Player for iOS FlixPlayer is one of the most efficient and versatile video players available, designed to let you manage and play your local video files and streaming playlists effortlessly. Whether you're watching personal videos, streaming content via m3u/m3u8 links, or casting to your TV, FlixPlayer is built to deliver an exceptional experience with smooth playback, high-quality rendering, and maximum compatibility. Powerful Features That Make a Difference: Full Format Support: Play virtually any video or audio format without the need for additional codecs. FlixPlayer supports MP4, MKV, AVI, MOV, M4V, MP3, AAC, OGG, FLAC, and many more. m3u & m3u8 Playlist Compatibility: Easily load and play IPTV or custom streaming playlists. Organize your streams and access them quickly from your library. Chromecast Integration: Enjoy seamless streaming to your Smart TV using built-in Chromecast support. Just connect and play — no complicated setup required. Subtitle Support: FlixPlayer supports multiple subtitle formats including TTML, WebVTT, and CEA-608. Customize font size, color, background, and sync settings for the best viewing experience. Adaptive Streaming Technologies: Advanced support for DASH, SmoothStreaming, and HLS means you can stream high-quality content even with variable internet speeds. Compatible with both segmented and live stream formats. Smart Performance Lightweight and fast: Optimized for smooth playback and low battery usage on iOS devices. Intuitive design: Clean interface with easy navigation and smart playlist management. Offline capabilities: Watch your downloaded videos anytime, anywhere. Supported Formats (Sample & Container Levels) Sample Formats (Codecs): Video: H.264, H.265 (HEVC), VP8, VP9, AV1 Audio: AAC, MP3, AC3, EAC3, OGG, FLAC, WAV Container Formats: MP4 (fMP4), MKV (Matroska), WebM, MOV, AVI, TS Subtitles: TTML (raw or embedded), WebVTT, CEA-608 (via SEI in fMP4) Streaming Technologies: MPEG-DASH: Multi-track support via AdaptationSet SmoothStreaming: Supported for segmented content HLS (HTTP Live Streaming): Fully compatible Why Choose FlixPlayer? FlixPlayer isn’t just a basic video player — it’s a professional-grade tool that combines power, simplicity, and flexibility. Whether you're an everyday viewer or a tech-savvy streamer, this app adapts to your needs and lets you get the most out of your media experience.
YouPlay
Stream videos from your favorite creators without interruptions. Enjoy background playback, picture-in-picture mode, and AirPlay support for a seamless viewing experience. Customize your app with premium features.
- Built-in ad-blocking
- Background video playback
- Picture-in-Picture mode
- AirPlay streaming
- Customizable premium features
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YouPlay is a simple browser for video websites with built-in ad-blocking so you can watch without interruptions. • Watch videos by your favorite creators without annoying ads. • Keep playing videos in the background while using other apps. • Play videos in Picture in Picture mode. • Stream content to any device supporting AirPlay. • Enjoy a smooth, native-feeling experience. Get YouPlay today and start watching your favorite video creators right away! Premium Features: no banner ads, custom image background, custom app icons. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Flix Player at none against YouPlay's 5. Flix Player also leads on update cadence (daily vs weekly) and iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.0). YouPlay's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1.9K vs 8). On price, rating 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
Both are free to download. YouPlay sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Flix Player asks for nothing beyond the download.
YouPlay holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: YouPlay has 1.9K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Flix Player ships an update daily, YouPlay weekly. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.
| Parameter | Flix Player | YouPlay |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (8 ratings) | 4.7 (1.9K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 78.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 8 | 1.9K — better |
| Update frequency | Daily — better | Weekly |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 18 MB | 101 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Andres Ramirez | Simon Zvara |
Customer experience
Flix Player
YouPlay
Bugs and requests
Flix Player
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
YouPlay
Reported bugs
1 issue- Ads not blocked on Spotify
Requested features
4 requests- Ad-free Tubi TV
- Apple TV app
- Playlist transfer for YouTube Music
- Video downloading
In-app purchases
Flix Player
No in-app purchases
YouPlay
- YouPlay Premium Monthly7 Days trial$0.991 Month
- YouPlay Premium Monthly7 Days trial$1.991 Month
- YouPlay Premium Yearly7 Days trial$5.991 Year
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- YouPlay Premium Yearly7 Days trial$9.991 Year
- YouPlay Premium Lifetime$5.99









