LiteTV vs Playstream M3U
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
LiteTV
This app acts as a flexible player for your own TV channels and content. Simply add your M3U or Xtream Codes playlist to stream live TV, movies, and series without any built-in content or subscriptions.
- Add M3U/M3U8 playlists or Xtream Codes
- Supports Live TV, VOD, and series
- Auto-detects and categorizes channels
- Manage favorite channels
- HD/Full HD streaming
- AirPlay support
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Watch your own TV channels and content with a powerful, flexible IPTV player. Add your M3U/M3U8 playlist or Xtream Codes, and stream live TV, movies, and series instantly — no built-in content, no subscriptions, no limits. Your playlist. Your control. • Add single or multiple M3U/M3U8 playlists or Xtream URLs • Supports Live TV, VOD and series categories • Auto-detects channels and groups them by category • Easily manage favorites for quick access Smooth playback on iOS • HD/Full HD streaming (source-dependent) • Adaptive bitrate for stable viewing • AirPlay support for big-screen streaming Designed for flexibility & freedom • Works with any compatible IPTV service • Perfect for expats, travelers, or anyone wanting international channels • Clean, minimal and fast interface Important: This app provides no content. Add your own playlist from a legal IPTV provider. Download now and turn your iPhone/iPad into a personal IPTV hub. LiteTV Premium Subscription Plans: • Weekly Plan - Auto-renewable subscription, 7 days • Monthly Plan - Auto-renewable subscription, 30 days • Annual Plan - Auto-renewable subscription, 365 days Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless it is 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 your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://erdemkalayci.com/apps/litetv/0169d6fd-d110-44b7-9093-023dd8a5b9fb/litetv_privacyPolicy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://erdemkalayci.com/apps/litetv/f5d09915-ca53-44ba-b74e-8643e13b4f26/litetv_termsOfUse.html
Playstream M3U
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PlayStream M3U is a lightweight and modern video player for M3U and M3U8 files. Designed for those who want to organize and play their multimedia playlists in a simple, clean, and fast way. KEY FEATURES • Load playlists from URL or local file • Import accounts compatible with the standard remote playlist management protocol • Channel list with logos, categories, and quick search • Dedicated favorites section • Modern video player with HLS support, AirPlay and Picture-in-Picture on iPhone and iPad, picture-adjustment controls (Fit, Fill, Stretch), and audio/video/subtitle track selection • Automatic full-screen when the device is rotated to landscape • Manual aspect ratio selection PROGRAM GUIDE (EPG) PlayStream M3U supports XMLTV-format program guides, configurable for over 50 countries. You can see the currently airing program directly from the channel list and a preview of the next program in the player. WEB MANAGEMENT Load and manage your playlists also from your browser, from any PC or smartphone: go to playstream-m3u.eu/manage, enter the device code shown in the app Settings, and manage your lists comfortably. With PlayStream PRO you can manage up to 10 playlists at once, automatically synced with the app. CUSTOMIZATION • Light, dark, or automatic theme • App available in Italian and English, with manual language selector or automatic adaptation to device language • Configurable EPG time window • Country selection for default EPG sources NO PRELOADED CONTENT PlayStream M3U is a neutral player: no media content is provided with the app. It is the user's sole responsibility to load playlists of content they have the right to access and view. PRIVACY The app does not collect personal data, does not use analytics services, and does not share information with third parties. All preferences and playlists are saved only on your device. --- Terms of Service (EULA): https://playstream-m3u.eu/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://playstream-m3u.eu/privacy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Playstream M3U at none against LiteTV's shown. LiteTV's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. LiteTV sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Playstream M3U sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
LiteTV ships an update every 5 days, Playstream M3U every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | LiteTV | Playstream M3U |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (9 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 9 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 158 MB | 61 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Erdem Kalayci | LORENZO CONTI |
In-app purchases
LiteTV
- Ad-Free - 1 Week$0.997 Days
- Ad-Free - 1 Week3 Days trial$2.497 Days
- Ad-Free - 1 Month$2.991 Month
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- Ad-Free - 1 Month3 Days trial$5.991 Month
- Ad-Free - 1 Year$29.991 Year
- Ad-Free - 1 Year3 Days trial$49.991 Year
Playstream M3U
- PRO Mensile$1.991 Month
- PRO Annuale$8.991 Year
- PRO a vita$17.99
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