Comparison

STBox vs FoxIPTV

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

Head to head
About

STBox

Stream live TV, movies, and on-demand content with this powerful IPTV player. Easily add your own service links, browse categorized channels with a full TV guide, and enjoy catch-up TV. Offers private and secure streaming with fast, buffer-free playback.

Highlights
  • Add IPTV service links
  • M3U8 playlist support
  • Full EPG integration (TV Guide)
  • VOD streaming
  • Catch-Up TV support
  • Fast & buffer-free playback
  • Private & secure
Features
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STBox – The Ultimate IPTV Streaming Experience Your favourite live TV, movies, and on-demand content—streamed with power, flexibility, and freedom. STBox brings a premium IPTV experience directly to your iPhone with unmatched ease of use and compatibility. Key Features: - Add IPTV Service STBox lets you add IPTV portal and playlist links (e.q. Stalker). Personalise your entertainment experience just the way you like it. - M3U8 Playlist Support Paste any valid M3U or M3U8 playlist URL and instantly browse categorised channels. - Full EPG Integration (TV Guide) STBox includes advanced Electronic Program Guide (EPG) support, so you can browse channel schedules, explore what’s airing next, and never miss your favourite shows. - VOD Streaming – Anytime, Anywhere Watch movies and series on demand with seamless playback. Pause, resume, or restart anytime. VOD browsing is fluid, categorised, and just a tap away. - Catch-Up TV Support Missed a live broadcast? Use STBox’s Catch-Up mode to rewind and watch content that aired hours—or even days—ago, depending on your IPTV provider’s support. - Fast & Buffer-Free Playback Enjoy smooth, high-speed video playback with minimal buffering. STBox is optimised for performance and supports adaptive streaming for various network conditions. - Private & Secure Your login credentials and personal data stay on your device. STBox doesn’t collect, track, or share user data. You’re always in control of your content and privacy. - Easy Setup: Get started in minutes. Add your IPTV portal, configure optional EPG and logos, and dive straight into streaming. No unnecessary setup or technical complexity. Perfect For: • Viewers who want EPG-powered navigation • Movie lovers and binge watchers • Sports fans who don’t want to miss live matches • Users looking for a reliable, lightweight player - Download STBox Now! Join thousands of users enjoying a premium IPTV experience with full control, flexibility, and performance. Whether you’re watching live TV, catching up on missed shows, or enjoying on-demand movies, STBox is your go-to streaming app—anytime, anywhere. - Disclaimer: STBox does not provide any built-in content or playlists. You must add your own IPTV service credentials or playlist links from your provider. We do not promote or support illegal content.

About

FoxIPTV

This app allows you to stream live TV, movies, and series by importing your own IPTV playlists. Enjoy smooth playback with subtitle support, a TV guide, and smart features like picture-in-picture and Chromecast. Offline downloads and cross-device syncing are available with a premium upgrade.

Highlights
  • Import M3U, Xtream Codes, Stalker Portal playlists
  • VLC engine for smooth playback
  • Offline downloads for movies and episodes
  • Integrated TV Guide (EPG)
  • Picture-in-Picture mode
  • Chromecast and AirPlay support
  • iCloud sync across devices
Features
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FoxIPTV plays your own IPTV subscription on iPhone, iPad and Apple TV. Add your provider's M3U playlist, Xtream Codes login or Stalker Portal, and watch live TV, movies and series in one app. FoxIPTV is a player only. It does not include or sell any channels, movies, series or IPTV subscriptions. WATCH YOUR WAY - Live TV, movies and series, with a TV guide (EPG) when your provider supplies guide data - Live channels start fast on Apple's native player, with an automatic fallback for streams it cannot play - Subtitles and multiple audio tracks - Picture-in-Picture, AirPlay and Chromecast - Resume where you left off FIND WHAT YOU WANT - Search across all your playlists at once - Save your favorite channels, movies and series - Stalker portals: generate a valid MAC address in the app and copy it for your provider SYNC WITH ICLOUD Your playlists, favorites and watch history stay in sync with iCloud. The free version syncs one playlist between iPhone and iPad; Premium syncs them all, Apple TV included. PREMIUM One Premium purchase - monthly, yearly or lifetime - works on iPhone, iPad and Apple TV: - The Apple TV app - Unlimited playlists (the free version includes one) - Sync all your playlists on every device - No ads - Offline downloads on iPhone and iPad - pause and resume, even after reopening the app 15 LANGUAGES English, Dutch, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Brazilian Portuguese, European Portuguese, Polish, Turkish, Russian, Ukrainian, Arabic, Hindi and Urdu. Only stream or download content you are authorized to access. Terms of Use: https://foxiptv.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://foxiptv.app/privacy

Screenshots

STBox4 screens
FoxIPTV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: FoxIPTV at 100% against STBox's 50%. FoxIPTV also leads on rating (5.0 vs 1.0). STBox's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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. FoxIPTV sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. STBox asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

FoxIPTV holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of STBox's written reviews are positive against 100% of FoxIPTV's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

STBox ships an update every 4 days, FoxIPTV every 5 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
STBox versus FoxIPTV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSTBoxFoxIPTV
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings12 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 5 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS17.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB81 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVidhi VidhiJustFox Labs B.V.

Customer experience

STBox

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

FoxIPTV

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

STBox

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

FoxIPTV

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium7 Days trial$8.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$22.99

Questions

Is STBox free?
STBox is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FoxIPTV free?
FoxIPTV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, STBox or FoxIPTV?
FoxIPTV is rated higher. STBox averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while FoxIPTV averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do STBox or FoxIPTV have ads?
Neither STBox nor FoxIPTV shows ads.
Which is updated more often, STBox or FoxIPTV?
STBox ships an update every 4 days, and FoxIPTV every 5 days. Most recently, STBox was updated on October 24, 2026 and FoxIPTV on October 24, 2026.

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