Comparison

AltaPlays vs STBox Playlist Player

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

Head to head
About

AltaPlays

Features
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**AltaPlays** is a powerful and easy-to-use web video casting app that lets you stream videos and media directly from your iPhone or iPad to your TV. ### Key Features **Built-in Web Browser with Video Detection** Browse websites inside AltaPlays, and the app automatically detects playable video content. **Cast to Supported Devices** Stream videos from your iOS device to supported receivers such as: * Chromecast-enabled TVs * Apple TV * DLNA / UPnP-enabled Smart TVs (Sony, LG, Samsung, etc.) * Amazon Fire TV devices **Wide Media Support** Works with common video formats (MP4), live streams (HLS / m3u8), and compatible web media. **Subtitle Support** Automatically detects available subtitles from supported web pages. **Battery Efficient Casting** AltaPlays sends the video stream URL directly to your TV instead of mirroring your screen, helping reduce battery usage on your iOS device. --- ### How It Works 1. Open AltaPlays on your iPhone or iPad. 2. Use the built-in browser to navigate to a webpage with a video. 3. When a video is detected, tap the Cast button. 4. Select a compatible TV or receiver to start playback. --- ### Why AltaPlays? * **Simple & Intuitive** – No complicated setup. * **Universal Casting** – Works with many supported TV platforms. * **Smooth Playback** – Video plays directly on the TV, not on your device. --- **Note:** AltaPlays does not host or provide any video content. It only detects and streams publicly available video content from websites to compatible devices.

About

STBox Playlist Player

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STBox is a clean, fast media player for your own IPTV playlists. Add your Xtream Codes or M3U source and watch live TV, movies, and series on your iPhone and iPad — with a beautiful, modern interface. STBox does not provide any channels or content. You bring your own playlist; STBox simply plays it. WHY STBOX • Simple setup — add your Xtream Codes login or M3U URL and you're ready • Fast, modern interface built for big libraries • Smart player that handles HLS, MP4, MKV and more • Continue watching right where you left off PRO FEATURES • Ad-free experience • Unlimited playlists and sources — switch with one tap • Manual quality selection up to 4K • Picture-in-Picture — keep watching while you use other apps • Chromecast — cast to your TV in one tap • Catch-up TV — watch programs from the archive • Full EPG program guide with reminders • Parental controls with PIN-protected profiles EVERYDAY EXTRAS • Sleep timer • Subtitle and audio track selection • AirPlay support • Available in English, Turkish, German, French, and Arabic Subscriptions STBox Pro is available as a monthly or yearly subscription. Payment is charged to your Apple ID. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the period. Manage or cancel anytime in your account settings. Privacy Policy: https://thracode.com/stbox/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

AltaPlays4 screens
STBox Playlist Player4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: AltaPlays at none against STBox Playlist Player's 2. AltaPlays also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. STBox Playlist Player sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. AltaPlays asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AltaPlays ships an update every 10 days, STBox Playlist Player every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
AltaPlays versus STBox Playlist Player: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAltaPlaysSTBox Playlist Player
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB71 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMuzammil ModanAnil Celik

In-app purchases

None

AltaPlays

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

STBox Playlist Player

Subscriptions2
  • Aylık Pro$1.991 Month
  • Pro Yıllık$11.991 Year

Questions

Is AltaPlays free?
AltaPlays is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is STBox Playlist Player free?
STBox Playlist Player is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do AltaPlays or STBox Playlist Player have ads?
Neither AltaPlays nor STBox Playlist Player shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AltaPlays or STBox Playlist Player?
AltaPlays ships an update every 10 days, and STBox Playlist Player every 3 months. Most recently, AltaPlays was updated on November 5, 2026 and STBox Playlist Player on October 28, 2026.

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