Comparison

IPTV Extreme vs Smarters Player

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

Head to head
About

IPTV Extreme

This app is a fast IPTV player and playlist manager for iPhone. It allows you to load your own Live TV streams, movies, and on-demand video using Xtream API or M3U playlists. Browse a clean channel list built for quick playback and enjoy a privacy-first experience with local playlist storage.

Highlights
  • Xtream API login
  • M3U/M3U8 playlist support
  • Smart content organization
  • Channel browser with favorites
  • Full-screen playback
  • Privacy-first local storage
Features
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A fast IPTV player and playlist manager for iPhone. Load your own Live TV streams, movies, and on‑demand video using Xtream API (Xtream Codes) or M3U / M3U8 playlists, then browse a clean channel list built for quick playback. Built for playlists Xtream API login (Xtream Codes): Enter your server URL, username, and password to import your provider’s channel list and on‑demand catalog (when available from your provider). M3U / M3U8 support: Add a playlist by pasting a URL or importing a compatible file, then keep everything organized in one place. Smart organization: Automatically groups content for easier browsing, so finding a channel takes seconds—not minutes. Watch instantly Channel browser: Browse by name (and logo when included in your playlist) and start streaming with one tap. Favorites: Create a personal favorites list for quick access to the channels you watch most. Full‑screen playback: Enjoy a simple, focused video player with straightforward controls. Control and customization Fine‑tune playback and app behavior with practical settings designed for everyday streaming. PRO / Lifetime Upgrade to PRO to unlock premium features and extended personalization, with a lifetime option available (one‑time purchase). Privacy-first No tracking, no analytics SDKs, and no profiling—your playlists stay stored locally on your device, keeping your streaming activity private. Terms of Use (Apple Standard EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Disclaimer: This app does not provide, host, or sell any TV channels or media. It only plays streams that you add, and you are responsible for ensuring you have the legal rights to access that content. Compliance Notice regarding Apple Guideline 5.2: This app is fully compliant with Apple’s Intellectual Property guidelines. It serves purely as a technical player for user-generated playlists. We do not sell, distribute, or promote any copyrighted media. The user is responsible for ensuring they have the specific rights to stream the content they import.

About

Smarters Player

This IPTV player organizes your personal content streams for faster access and a cleaner viewing experience. It offers smart search, favorite management, and a focused player, with privacy as a core feature. An optional PRO upgrade provides enhanced control.

Highlights
  • Organize personal IPTV playlists
  • Smart search for channels and content
  • Save favorite channels and series
  • Focused player with smooth playback
  • Privacy-focused, no data collection
  • Import M3U/M3U8 playlists
  • Xtream login support
Features
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Turn your playlists into a cleaner viewing space. Smarters Player is an IPTV player made for users who want faster access to their own streams, less clutter, and a better way to manage large libraries on iPhone. CONNECT 
Add your content with Xtream login details or import M3U / M3U8 playlists from a link or compatible file. Once added, the app organizes available live and on-demand content into a more practical layout. SEARCH
 Use Smart Search to find channels, movies, or series quickly without digging through long lists. Save favorites to keep your most-used content close. WATCH 
Open streams in a focused player designed for smooth playback and easy navigation. Adjust settings to match the way you prefer to browse and watch. PRIVATE BY DEFAULT
 Your playlists stay on your device. No tracking, no analytics, and no unnecessary data collection in the background. PRO ACCESS
 Upgrade to PRO for additional features and more control over your viewing experience. Lifetime access is available as a one-time purchase. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Disclaimer:
This app is a media player only. It does not include, provide, host, sell, or distribute any channels, subscriptions, or built-in media. All streams must be added by the user, and the user is solely responsible for ensuring they have the legal right to access any content played through the app.

Screenshots

IPTV Extreme4 screens
Smarters Player4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Smarters Player at 5.0 against IPTV Extreme's 3.0. On price, ratings volume, update cadence 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. IPTV Extreme sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Smarters Player sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Smarters Player holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
IPTV Extreme versus Smarters Player: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIPTV ExtremeSmarters Player
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings22
Update frequencyMonthlyMonthly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.6
Further details — not scored
Size75 MB75 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMalika El MahfoudiSaid Saber

Customer experience

IPTV Extreme

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Smarters Player

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

IPTV Extreme

Subscriptions3
  • weekly$4.997 Days
  • monthly$7.991 Month
  • yearly$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • lifetime$17.99
4 purchases

Smarters Player

Subscriptions3
  • weekly_app2$2.997 Days
  • monthly_app2$5.991 Month
  • yearly_app2$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • lifetime_app2$14.99

Questions

Is IPTV Extreme free?
IPTV Extreme is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Smarters Player free?
Smarters Player is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, IPTV Extreme or Smarters Player?
Smarters Player is rated higher. IPTV Extreme averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Smarters Player averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do IPTV Extreme or Smarters Player have ads?
Both IPTV Extreme and Smarters Player show ads.
Which is updated more often, IPTV Extreme or Smarters Player?
IPTV Extreme ships an update monthly, and Smarters Player monthly. Most recently, IPTV Extreme was updated on October 31, 2026 and Smarters Player on October 31, 2026.

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