Comparison

LiveStream Player Pro vs LinkStream IPTV Player

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

Head to head
About

LiveStream Player Pro

This app provides a professional IPTV streaming solution for iOS devices. It supports various playlist formats like M3U and XSPF, offering high-quality playback with features like Picture-in-Picture and background audio. Organize and manage your channels with intelligent filtering and search.

Highlights
  • M3U, M3U8, XSPF playlist support
  • HLS streaming protocol
  • Picture-in-Picture mode
  • Background audio playback
  • Smart category filtering
  • Parental controls
  • Multiple user profiles
Features
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Transform your viewing experience with LiveStream Player Pro, the ultimate professional IPTV streaming solution for iOS and iPadOS. Designed for seamless playback of M3U, M3U8, and XSPF playlists, our app brings you a premium, ad-supported streaming experience with powerful features. KEY FEATURES UNIVERSAL FORMAT SUPPORT • M3U and M3U8 playlist compatibility • XSPF (XML Shareable Playlist Format) support • HLS (HTTP Live Streaming) protocol • Multiple playlist management • Import via URL or file PREMIUM PLAYBACK EXPERIENCE • High-quality HLS streaming • Adaptive bitrate streaming • Smooth channel switching • Minimal buffering technology • Picture-in-Picture mode • Background audio playback INTELLIGENT ORGANIZATION • Smart category filtering • Advanced search functionality • Grid and list view modes • Custom channel grouping • Recently watched history • Favorites system with quick access FAMILY-FRIENDLY CONTROLS • Multiple user profiles • Comprehensive parental controls • Content rating filters • PIN protection with biometric unlock • Adult content restrictions • Age-appropriate viewing BEAUTIFUL MODERN DESIGN • Dark mode optimized interface • Smooth animations and transitions • iPad-optimized layouts • Intuitive navigation • Channel logos and thumbnails • Clean, professional UI SMART FEATURES • Continue watching from where you left off • Swipe gestures for favorites • Quick channel preview • Playlist statistics • Search across all channels • Auto-playlist updates PRIVACY & SECURITY • Secure PIN storage with Keychain • Face ID and Touch ID support • No data collection beyond app functionality • Local storage for playlists • Your privacy is our priority DEVICE COMPATIBILITY • Optimized for iPhone and iPad • Full-screen viewing on all devices • Supports all screen sizes • Portrait and landscape modes • iOS 15.0 and later PERFECT FOR • IPTV enthusiasts • Cord-cutters • International content viewers • Sports streaming fans • Live TV watchers • Multi-device households GETTING STARTED 1. Add your M3U/M3U8 playlist URL or file 2. Browse channels by category 3. Mark favorites for quick access 4. Set up profiles for family members 5. Enable parental controls if needed 6. Start streaming in seconds DISCLAIMER This app is a playlist player only. Users must provide their own content through legal M3U/M3U8 playlist sources. We do not provide, host, or distribute any streaming content. Users are responsible for ensuring they have the right to access any content they choose to stream. Download LiveStream Player Pro today and enjoy professional IPTV streaming with powerful features designed for the modern viewer.

About

LinkStream IPTV Player

Features
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LinkStream - Your streams, your library Bring the streams you’re authorized to watch into one organized, easy-to-use player. LinkStream lets you build and manage your personal stream library on iPhone, iPad, and Mac and Apple TV Add an M3U or M3U8 stream URL, or import an M3U playlist from a link or local file. Find what you want quickly with search, categories, and favorites, then enjoy native video playback with full-screen viewing, AirPlay, and Picture in Picture where supported. With LinkStream Pro, keep your personal library in sync across supported devices using iCloud and choose a stream to play automatically when the app launches. Key features - Add and edit your own stream URLs - Import M3U playlists from a URL or file - Search and organize streams by category - Save favorites for quick access - Watch with native HLS playback - Use iCloud Sync and Auto-play on Launch with LinkStream Pro LinkStream is a personal stream management and playback tool. It does not provide, host, sell, distribute, or recommend channels, movies, playlists, or other streaming content. No streams are included. You are responsible for adding only content you are legally authorized to access.

Screenshots

LiveStream Player Pro4 screens
LinkStream IPTV Player4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: LiveStream Player Pro at none against LinkStream IPTV Player's 1. LinkStream IPTV Player's advantage is device support (5 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On price 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. LinkStream IPTV Player sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. LiveStream Player Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
LiveStream Player Pro versus LinkStream IPTV Player: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLiveStream Player ProLinkStream IPTV Player
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequency—Every 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS26.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB7 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperAshen Ishanka CosthaLuan Cu Xuan

In-app purchases

None

LiveStream Player Pro

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

LinkStream IPTV Player

One-time1
  • LinkStream Pro$6.99

Questions

Is LiveStream Player Pro free?
LiveStream Player Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LinkStream IPTV Player free?
LinkStream IPTV Player is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do LiveStream Player Pro or LinkStream IPTV Player have ads?
Neither LiveStream Player Pro nor LinkStream IPTV Player shows ads.

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