Comparison

IPTV Xtream vs S&T Stream

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 – Smart IPTV Player for Your Playlists IPTV Xtream is a fast, flexible IPTV smart player for playing and organizing content from your own authorized sources. Connect through Xtream Codes API, import M3U playlists, or open direct MP4 links to create a personalized library of live channels, movies, series, and compatible media. Whether you need an IPTV player, Xtream IPTV solution, IPTV Pro experience, or an alternative to IPTV Smarters Pro, IPTV Smarters Lite, GSE Smart IPTV, DMAC IPTV, 247 IPTV, and other Smarters IPTV players, IPTV Xtream provides convenient playback and playlist-management tools in one intuitive app. CREATE. ORGANIZE. STREAM. MULTIPLE PLAYLIST SUPPORT Manage multiple playlists for different users, profiles, providers, or content categories. Quickly switch between saved libraries and keep your IPTV content organized. XTREAM CODES, M3U AND MP4 Connect using compatible Xtream Codes API details, import M3U playlists, or add direct MP4 links. IPTV Xtream supports authorized live IPTV streams, VOD libraries, and personal media. ADVANCED IPTV PLAYER Enjoy smooth playback with support for popular formats, including M3U, MP4, MOV, and WebVTT subtitles. The integrated player delivers the convenient experience expected from a modern IPTV stream player. PICTURE-IN-PICTURE Continue watching compatible videos in a floating window while using other apps. BACKGROUND PLAYBACK Keep supported audio playing when the app is minimized or your device is locked. AIRPLAY SUPPORT Send compatible content to an AirPlay-enabled television or device and enjoy your playlists on a larger screen. YOUR PERSONALIZED MEDIA HUB Create custom channel lists, organize VOD libraries, add multiple users, and manage your content in one place. IPTV Xtream puts your playlists and viewing preferences in your hands. USE IPTV XTREAM TO: • Play authorized M3U playlists • Connect to compatible Xtream Codes API services • Open supported MP4 media links • Organize live channels and VOD libraries • Manage multiple users and playlists • Watch with Picture-in-Picture • Use background playback and AirPlay PREMIUM FEATURES Upgrade to IPTV Xtream Premium to unlock: • Picture-in-Picture and lock-screen playback • AirPlay support • An ad-free experience • Unlimited channel organization • Custom playlist creation • Multiple user profiles • Multiple M3U playlists SUBSCRIPTION PLANS • Weekly: $4.99 with a 3-day free trial • Yearly: $22.99 • Lifetime: $49.99 one-time purchase Prices may vary by country, currency, taxes, or App Store pricing. The final price is shown before purchase. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION Payment is charged to your Apple ID account upon confirmation. When a free trial applies, the selected subscription begins automatically after the trial unless canceled beforehand. Subscriptions renew automatically unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the current billing period ends. Manage or cancel your subscription through your Apple ID settings. Manage subscriptions: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202039 IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER IPTV Xtream is an independent media player and playlist-management app. It does not provide, sell, host, or retransmit IPTV subscriptions, premium channels, copyrighted broadcasts, or unauthorized streams. Users must provide their own playlists, media links, and login credentials from sources they are legally authorized to access. IPTV Xtream is not affiliated with or endorsed by IPTV Smarters Pro, IPTV Smart Player, IPTV Smarters Lite, IPTV Smarters Player Pro, GSE Smart IPTV, DMAC IPTV, 247 IPTV, or other third-party IPTV products. These names are referenced only for compatibility and comparison. SUPPORT Questions or feedback? support@apptivityglobal.com Privacy Policy: https://apptivityglobal.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://apptivityglobal.com/terms-of-conditions/ Your playlists. Your content. Your way.

About

S&T Stream

Access your live TV subscription, local channels, and an interactive guide on mobile and TV. Enjoy a user-friendly interface for seamless content discovery and customizable viewing options.

Highlights
  • Live TV subscription access
  • Local community channel streaming
  • Interactive programming guide
  • User-friendly interface
  • Powerful search functionality
  • Customizable viewing options
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Bring your favorite entertainment everywhere you go with S&T Stream! Designed specifically for your television and mobile devices, S&T Stream gives you instant access to your live TV subscription, local community channels, and a robust interactive programming guide. Whether you are catching up on local programming, flipping through your favorite networks, or searching for a specific show, S&T Stream offers a fast, user-friendly interface that puts you in complete control of your viewing experience. Key features include an intuitive grid-style TV guide, powerful search functionality to find content across your entire channel lineup. Enjoy the freedom to choose your entertainment, customize your viewing with available optional add-on tiers, and stream your favorite content hassle-free. An S&T television and internet subscription are required to use this app. Your S&T Stream subscription includes watchTVeverywhere, so you can enjoy streaming your favorite networks directly with third-party apps like FOX, CBS, and more. Anywhere you can get WiFi, you can watch your favorite TV shows on your tablet or cell phone! Download the S&T Stream app today and elevate your television experience.

Screenshots

IPTV Xtream4 screens
S&T Stream4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: S&T Stream at none against IPTV Xtream's 10. S&T Stream also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). IPTV Xtream's advantage is ratings volume (251 vs 3) and update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). 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. IPTV Xtream sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. S&T Stream asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

S&T Stream holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IPTV Xtream has 251 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

IPTV Xtream ships an update fortnightly, S&T Stream monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
IPTV Xtream versus S&T Stream: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIPTV XtreamS&T Stream
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (251 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews52.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings251 — better3
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, Apple TV
Requires iOS18.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size177 MB35 MB
Age rating+1212+
DeveloperKeyur KyadaEspial Group Inc.

Customer experience

IPTV Xtream

All ratings250 ratings
Positive91.2%
Neutral2.8%
Negative6.0%
Written reviews38 reviews
Positive52.6%
Neutral5.3%
Negative42.1%

S&T Stream

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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

S&T Stream

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

IPTV Xtream

Subscriptions7
  • weekly2 variants$3.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Monthly$9.991 Month
Show 4 more
  • Yearly Subscription$17.991 Year
  • Yearly$19.991 Year
  • yearly1 Month trial$19.991 Year
  • Yearly3 Days trial$22.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro2 variants$49.99
None

S&T Stream

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is IPTV Xtream free?
IPTV Xtream is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is S&T Stream free?
S&T Stream is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, IPTV Xtream or S&T Stream?
S&T Stream is rated higher. IPTV Xtream averages 4.6 out of 5 from 251 ratings, while S&T Stream averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do IPTV Xtream or S&T Stream have ads?
Neither IPTV Xtream nor S&T Stream shows ads.
Which is updated more often, IPTV Xtream or S&T Stream?
IPTV Xtream ships an update fortnightly, and S&T Stream monthly. Most recently, IPTV Xtream was updated on October 30, 2026 and S&T Stream on October 31, 2026.

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