Comparison

Purple Lite vs Node Player

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

Head to head
About

Purple Lite

This application allows you to stream content from your own IPTV playlists. It supports various playlist formats and offers a simple interface for managing and watching live TV, movies, and series. Enjoy smooth playback on your iOS devices.

Highlights
  • Fast IPTV streaming
  • Supports M3U and other formats
  • Live TV, movies, and series playback
  • Catch-up support
  • Playlist manager
  • Favorites
  • HD streaming support
Features
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Purple IPTV Lite – Fast & Smooth IPTV Player Purple IPTV Lite is a lightweight yet powerful IPTV player that allows you to enjoy your favorite TV channels, movies, series, and videos from your own IPTV playlists. It is designed to give you the smoothest streaming experience with an easy-to-use interface optimized for iPhone and iPad. Your Playlists, Your Way Purple IPTV Lite does not provide any content or playlists. You can add your own M3U or other compatible playlist links from your IPTV provider and start watching instantly. This gives you the freedom to watch the content you love, the way you want. Features You Will Love: Fast IPTV Streaming – Enjoy smooth playback with minimal buffering. Supports M3U & Other Formats – Works with the most popular playlist formats. Live TV, Movies, and Series – Access all the content provided by your IPTV subscription. Catch-up Support – If your provider offers catch-up, you can access past broadcasts easily. Playlist Manager – Add, organize, and manage multiple playlists effortlessly. Simple and Intuitive Interface – No complicated setup. Add your playlist and start streaming. Favorites – Mark channels and shows as favorites for quick access. HD Streaming Support – Enjoy high-definition video streaming, depending on your provider. Works with External IPTV Providers – You need your own IPTV playlist or subscription. Important Note: Purple IPTV Lite is a media player app that allows you to stream content from your own IPTV playlists. It does not provide or include any content or playlists. You must have your own IPTV service or M3U link from your provider. Why Choose Purple IPTV Lite? Clean design with no unnecessary features – fast, lightweight, and easy to use. Optimized for smooth playback on iOS devices. Perfect for users who prefer to bring their own IPTV subscription and need a reliable, stable player. How to Use: Obtain an IPTV playlist (M3U, etc.) from your provider. Open Purple IPTV Lite. Add your playlist URL or file. Enjoy streaming live TV, movies, and shows! Disclaimer: Purple IPTV Lite has no affiliation with any IPTV service or provider. Users must provide their own content. We do not endorse or promote illegal content streaming. Experience the simplicity and speed of Purple IPTV Lite today and transform your iPhone or iPad into a personal streaming center!

About

Node Player

Features
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Node Player is a media player application designed to stream video content from user-provided sources. The app provides a simple, reliable interface for accessing and managing streaming content using supported media formats and network protocols. Node Player does not host, provide, or distribute content. Users are responsible for supplying their own media sources and ensuring they have the rights to access that content. FEATURES • Plays video streams from user-provided sources • Fast and responsive playback • Simple channel and content navigation • Stable streaming performance • Full-screen viewing support • Secure subscription-based access SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION • Subscription required to access playback features • Payment is charged to your Apple ID account upon confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period • Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period • You can manage and cancel subscriptions in your Apple Account Settings Node Player is a playback tool. It does not provide media content or channels. COMPATIBILITY Node Player supports common playlist and streaming formats used by personal media and streaming services, including: • Standard M3U and M3U8 playlists • Xtream-compatible servers • HTTP and HTTPS streaming sources • Live and on-demand video streams Users provide their own streaming sources. Node Player does not host, provide, or distribute media content. Privacy Policy: https://nodeplayer.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://nodeplayer.app/terms Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Purple Lite4 screens
Node Player4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Purple Lite at none against Node Player's 2. Purple Lite also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). Node Player's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price 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. Node Player sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Purple Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Purple Lite ships an update fortnightly, Node Player monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Purple Lite versus Node Player: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPurple LiteNode Player
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size74 MB44 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperPurple Smart TV LLCLouis Hall

In-app purchases

None

Purple Lite

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Node Player

Subscriptions2
  • Node Player Premium3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Node Player Premium$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Purple Lite free?
Purple Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Node Player free?
Node Player is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Purple Lite or Node Player have ads?
Purple Lite shows ads; Node Player does not.
Which is updated more often, Purple Lite or Node Player?
Purple Lite ships an update fortnightly, and Node Player monthly. Most recently, Purple Lite was updated on September 9, 2026 and Node Player on September 15, 2026.

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