Comparison

STBox vs Pure IPTV Player

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

Pure IPTV Player

Features
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Pure IPTV — the player your iPad / iPhone deserves. Pay once, yours forever. Load any M3U playlist — from a local file or a web URL — or sign in with your own Xtream Codes account, and enjoy your channels, movies and series with the quality and smoothness of a top-tier app. No ads. No subscription. No recurring payments. Ever. FEATURES • M3U playlists (local file or URL) and Xtream Codes accounts — keep several lists saved and switch in one tap. • Live TV with EPG: see what's on now and next. • Movies & series catalog with posters, synopsis and episode lists. • Continue Watching: pick up movies and episodes exactly where you left off, with auto-play of the next episode. • Subtitle and audio track selection. • Chromecast support and Picture in Picture. • Favorites and reorderable categories, with unified search across channels, movies and series. Why choose us? One-time payment: Buy the app today and it's yours forever. No recurring fees, no surprises. 100% Ad-free: Zero interruptions. Your viewing experience comes first. Full privacy: We don't collect your data, we don't track what you watch, and we don't require sign-up. IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE: Pure IPTV Player is a neutral media player. The app does NOT include any content, channels, or pre-loaded playlists. It is the user's sole responsibility to provide their own legally obtained content through local files, remote URLs or their own service credentials.

Screenshots

STBox4 screens
Pure IPTV Player3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: STBox at Free against Pure IPTV Player's $0.99. STBox also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 weeks) and iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.2). On ads, in-app purchases 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

STBox is free to download; Pure IPTV Player costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

STBox ships an update every 4 days, Pure IPTV Player every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
STBox versus Pure IPTV Player: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSTBoxPure IPTV Player
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB44 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperVidhi VidhiPABLO FIGUEROA LORENZO

In-app purchases

None

STBox

No in-app purchases

None

Pure IPTV Player

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is STBox free?
STBox is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Pure IPTV Player free?
Pure IPTV Player costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do STBox or Pure IPTV Player have ads?
Neither STBox nor Pure IPTV Player shows ads.
Which is updated more often, STBox or Pure IPTV Player?
STBox ships an update every 4 days, and Pure IPTV Player every 2 weeks. Most recently, STBox was updated on October 24, 2026 and Pure IPTV Player on October 31, 2026.

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