Cable M3U vs OBS 4K
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Cable M3U
This app transforms your Apple device into a portable cable box, allowing you to stream your own M3U playlists. Enjoy a simple, reliable, and distraction-free viewing experience with easy playlist import and intuitive channel controls.
- M3U playlist import
- Simple channel controls
- Big screen mode via TV connection
- Smart channel name display
- Resume playback functionality
- Ad-free and private experience
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Cable M3U – Simple IPTV Player for Apple Devices Turn your Apple device into a portable cable box. Cable M3U is a fast, lightweight IPTV player that lets you watch your own M3U playlists with no clutter, no ads, and no complicated setup. Whether you’re on the go or watching on your TV, it’s built to be simple, reliable, and distraction-free. Key Features Easy Playlist Import Load your .M3U playlist in seconds. Simple Channel Controls Large, easy-to-use “CH” buttons let you flip through channels like a real TV remote. Big Screen Mode Connect your iPhone to any TV using HDMI or AirPlay. Video plays on the TV while your phone becomes a remote. Smart Channel Display Channel names automatically appear when you switch streams, so you always know what you’re watching. Resume Playback Automatically remembers your last channel and continues where you left off. Clean & Private No ads. No tracking. Just your content. How It Works 1. Import Add your .M3U playlist 2. Watch Start streaming instantly on your iPhone 3. Connect - OPTIONAL Plug into a TV and control playback from your phone
OBS 4K
Transform your iPhone into a professional 4K webcam for your Mac. Stream in high resolution with ultra-low latency and advanced controls. Ideal for video conferencing, live streaming, and content creation.
- 4K, 1080p, 720p streaming
- Ultra-low latency
- H.265 hardware encoding
- Multiple lens support
- Full zoom and exposure control
- Custom stream profiles
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Turn your iPhone into a professional 4K camera for your Mac. OBS 4K streams your iPhone camera in stunning 4K resolution over USB or WiFi, with ultra-low latency H.265 hardware encoding. KEY FEATURES: • 4K, 1080p, and 720p streaming over USB or WiFi • H.265 hardware encoding for crystal-clear quality at minimal bandwidth • Ultra-low latency — see your camera feed in real time • Multiple lens support — switch between Ultra Wide, Wide, and Telephoto • Screen curtain mode to save battery while streaming PRO FEATURES: • 60 fps smooth capture for professional-quality video • Full zoom and exposure control with real-time adjustments • Focus and exposure lock for consistent shots • Custom stream profiles for quick setup • Advanced ISO, white balance, and torch controls PERFECT FOR: • Video conferencing (Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams) • Live streaming (OBS Studio, Streamlabs) • Content creation and YouTube recording • FaceTime calls in stunning quality • Professional video production OBS 4K creates a virtual camera on your Mac, so any app that uses a webcam can use your iPhone’s powerful camera system. Connect via USB for the best quality, or go wireless with WiFi. Download now and transform your iPhone into the ultimate webcam. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://ioscorner.com/privacy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Cable M3U at 100% against OBS 4K's 29%. Cable M3U also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). OBS 4K's advantage is ratings volume (23 vs 2). 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
Both are free to download. OBS 4K sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Cable M3U asks for nothing beyond the download.
Cable M3U holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OBS 4K has 23 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Cable M3U's written reviews are positive against 29% of OBS 4K's.
| Parameter | Cable M3U | OBS 4K |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | 4.8 (23 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 28.6% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 23 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 0 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Elliot Williams | Huseyin Bagana |
Customer experience
Cable M3U
OBS 4K
In-app purchases
Cable M3U
No in-app purchases
OBS 4K
- OBS 4K Pro Monthly$5.991 Month
- OBS 4K Pro Yearly7 Days trial$79.991 Year
- OBS 4K Pro Lifetime$103.99









