Comparison

IPTV Xtream vs IPTV MAX

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

Head to head
About

IPTV Xtream

This app allows users to create, manage, and play their own custom IPTV playlists from various sources like Xtream Codes and M3U files. It offers features like Picture-in-Picture, background play, and AirPlay support for a flexible streaming experience.

Highlights
  • Custom playlist creation
  • Supports Xtream Codes, M3U, MP4
  • Picture-in-Picture mode
  • Background playback
  • AirPlay support
  • Multiple playlist management
Features
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IPTV Xtream – Your Ultimate IPTV Playlist Player IPTV Xtream is crafted for users who want complete control over their streaming experience, without any pre-loaded content. Whether you're using it as an IPTV Smarters Player, IPTV Smarters Pro, or an IPTV Smarters Lite alternative, this app empowers you to create, manage, and enjoy your own custom content libraries using legitimate and authorized sources. Whether you're streaming via Xtream Codes, M3U files, or direct MP4 links, IPTV Xtream works like an IPTV Smart Player and delivers a flexible, all-in-one solution for IPTV content consumption—designed for clarity, speed, and convenience. Create. Organize. Watch. Multiple Playlist Support Manage several playlists effortlessly. Whether you're switching between genres or user profiles, this IPTV Smarters Player Lite alternative makes it easy. Supports Xtream Codes, M3U, and MP4 Compatible with the most popular formats, IPTV Xtream gives you a seamless experience across live streams, VOD, and more. It’s your go-to IPTV Player and IPTV Stream Player for all devices. Advanced Video Player Enjoy smooth playback with support for MP4, M3U, MOV, WebVTT, and more. IPTV Xtream rivals any IPTV Smarter app with its optimized streaming performance. Picture in Picture (PiP) Mode Keep watching your content while using other apps—multitasking made simple. Background Play Continue listening to your content even when the app is minimized or your screen is locked. AirPlay Support Enjoy your content on the big screen with seamless AirPlay streaming. Smart & Intuitive UI Navigate with ease thanks to a clean, responsive interface that keeps your content front and center—ideal for users looking for a polished IPTV Smarters Player Pro experience. Free Default Live Channels Access a selection of free live channels, including news, movies, music, and more, to get started instantly. Your Personalized Media Hub Create and manage your own channel lists, VOD libraries, and playlists with zero restrictions—just like you would in IPTV Smarters apps. Watch Anytime, Anywhere Stream your content anytime, anywhere, on the go or at home—an ideal alternative to any IPTV Smarters Pro app. Subscription & Premium Features Unlock additional features with our premium plans: PIP Mode with Lockscreen Play Airplay with ease Ad-Free experience FREE unlimited channels Create your custom playlist Preloaded playlist Add multiple users easily Create multiple M3U playlists Subscription Plans: Weekly – $2.99 (3 days trial) Yearly – $11.99 Lifetime – $19.99 (one-time purchase) Enjoy a 3-day free trial to explore all premium features. After the trial period ends, your chosen subscription will be automatically charged to your Apple ID account. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage your subscription or turn off auto-renewal anytime via your Apple ID settings. For more information on managing subscriptions, visit: Apple Support - Manage Subscriptions Support & Contact: Need help or have feedback? Reach out to us at: support@apptivityglobal.com IPTV Xtream gives you the tools and flexibility to build your own streaming world—securely, legally, and without compromise. Your playlists. Your content. Your way. For more details on managing subscriptions, visit: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202039 Privacy Policy: https://apptivityglobal.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://privacypolicytest12.blogspot.com

About

IPTV MAX

Features
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IPTV MAX is a fast, modern player for your IPTV streams. Bring your M3U playlist or Xtream Codes credentials from any provider, and IPTV MAX gives you a clean Live TV grid, full EPG, catch-up, movies, and series — synced across every device you sign in on. WHAT YOU CAN DO • Add IPTV sources via M3U URL, M3U file, or Xtream Codes (username + password + portal URL) • Browse Live TV with a real electronic program guide (EPG), now / next, and channel logos • Catch-up — rewind anything that aired in the last few days, if your provider supports it • Watch on-demand movies and TV series from your provider's VOD catalog • Create a watchlist to keep track of what's next • Pick up where you left off — resume position syncs across phone, tablet, and other devices • Multiple profiles so each household member keeps their own watch history • Picture-in-picture, AirPlay, and external display support • Subtitle and audio track selection on movies and series IPTV MAX+ A free 7-day trial unlocks IPTV MAX+: unlimited IPTV sources, up to 4 profiles, watchlist, and full cross-device sync of your watch history and favorites. Plans after the trial: • Monthly — €2.99 / month • Yearly — €14.99 / year (save 58%) • Lifetime — €29.99 one-time WE DO NOT PROVIDE IPTV CONTENT IPTV MAX is a player. It does not include, host, or sell any TV channels, movies, or sports broadcasts. To use the app you need an IPTV subscription from a third-party provider that supplies M3U or Xtream credentials. You are responsible for the legality of the content you play. SUBSCRIPTION TERMS Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. The 7-day free trial converts to a paid subscription unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the trial period. Subscriptions renew automatically at the listed price until cancelled. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://iptv-max.xyz/privacy

Screenshots

IPTV Xtream4 screens
IPTV MAX4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: IPTV MAX at 16.4 against IPTV Xtream's 18.0. On price, update cadence, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. IPTV Xtream sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and IPTV MAX sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
IPTV Xtream versus IPTV MAX: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIPTV XtreamIPTV MAX
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (248 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews52.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings248 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS18.016.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size113 MB109 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperKeyur KyadaGhassan El ghoul

Bugs and requests

IPTV Xtream

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Doesn't provide any instructions
  • Developer support form has disappearing submit button
  • No way to contact developer
  • Live channels, series, and movies are empty

Requested features

5 requests
  • Search and sorting options
  • EPG support
  • Option to hide selected groups
  • PiP support
  • Replace Home/Start screen with a preferred channel list/playlist/favorites

IPTV MAX

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

11 purchases

IPTV Xtream

Subscriptions9
  • weekly2 variants$3.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Monthly$5.991 Month
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  • Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Yearly$9.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription$17.991 Year
  • Yearly$19.991 Year
  • yearly1 Month trial$19.991 Year
  • Yearly3 Days trial$22.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime$49.99
  • Lifetime Pro2 variants$49.99
3 purchases

IPTV MAX

Subscriptions2
  • IPTV MAX+ Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • IPTV MAX+ Yearly7 Days trial$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • IPTV MAX+ Lifetime$24.99

Questions

Is IPTV Xtream free?
IPTV Xtream is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is IPTV MAX free?
IPTV MAX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do IPTV Xtream or IPTV MAX have ads?
Neither IPTV Xtream nor IPTV MAX shows ads.
Which is updated more often, IPTV Xtream or IPTV MAX?
IPTV Xtream ships an update fortnightly, and IPTV MAX fortnightly. Most recently, IPTV Xtream was updated on October 9, 2026 and IPTV MAX on October 10, 2026.

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