Comparison

Spectrum IPTV vs PlavioTV

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

Head to head
About

Spectrum IPTV

Features
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Is your current IPTV app a slow and cumbersome mess? Does it feel like you need a map and a flashlight just to find your favorites list? Meet Spectrum IPTV. We’ve stripped away the "extra" (read: useless) menus that do nothing but slow you down and kept all of the functionality you expect. No cluttered interfaces and zero patience for "clunky." Just your content, delivered instantly. Developed exclusively for the Apple ecosystem, it delivers a clean and responsive interface. An intuitive sidebar lives just one swipe away and it provides immediate access to every section and content keeping the experience focused, efficient, and truly native. Core Features β€’ Full support for Xtream and M3U playlists β€’ Dedicated categories for Live TV, Movies, and TV Shows on your Xtream accounts β€’ Favorites section for instant access to your preferred content β€’ Integrated download manager for reliable offline viewing of on-demand content β€’ Universal search spanning live channels, movies, and series β€’ Advanced playlist editing to curate just the content you want to see β€’ Integrated EPG support β€’ Subtitles fully supported, assuming your provider isn’t ghosting the metadata again. β€’ Intelligent and automatic re-connection for uninterrupted streaming - we know how frustrating it is when your streams hang and you have to manually switch channels β€’ Zero-configuration iCloud synchronization of playlists and favorites across all your Apple devices β€’ Real-time Xtream subscription details β€’ Beautifully crafted liquid glass interface We welcome your feature suggestions and bug reports, your feedback drives every improvement. Disclaimer: The developer does not provide, include, supply, or host any live TV channels, movies, or TV shows whatsoever. You are solely responsible for acquiring all playlists through legitimate sources and ensuring full compliance with applicable copyright and licensing laws. Privacy Policy: Spectrum does not collect any data. More info at https://jpsts.github.io/ Terms of Service: App Store Standard EULA available at https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

PlavioTV

Features
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PlavioTV is a premium IPTV content hub designed for users who want a more refined way to organize, search, and enjoy their own streaming sources. Built for iPhone and iPad, PlavioTV brings your playlists together in a polished, modern experience focused on clarity, speed, and control. Whether you are managing a personal library or browsing live channels, everything feels streamlined and easy to access. With support for M3U playlists and Xtream Codes sources, PlavioTV helps you keep your content organized and ready to watch. Why users choose PlavioTV: β€’ Premium interface built for a modern viewing experience β€’ Universal search to quickly find channels and content across your library β€’ Smart organization for playlists, categories, and browsing β€’ Smooth playback experience designed for everyday use β€’ Optimized for iPhone and iPad with native iOS gestures β€’ EPG support for live TV programming guide β€’ Cross-device cloud sync (Premium) β€’ Parental controls Optional Premium subscription unlocks: β€’ Ad-free experience β€’ Unlimited playlists β€’ Full EPG (Electronic Program Guide) β€’ Cross-device cloud sync β€’ Priority support Plavio Premium is offered as auto-renewable monthly or yearly subscription. Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime via your Apple ID Account Settings. PlavioTV is ideal for users who want more than a basic player. It is built to feel like a premium content management experience, combining elegant design with practical tools for discovering and accessing your own media sources faster. Important notice: PlavioTV does not provide channels, movies, or media content. PlavioTV is a media player and content management app for user-added sources only. Users must provide their own legal playlists, accounts, or streaming access. Privacy Policy: https://plaviotv.netlify.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://plaviotv.netlify.app/terms

Screenshots

Spectrum IPTV4 screens
PlavioTV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Spectrum IPTV at none against PlavioTV's 2. Spectrum IPTV also leads on ads (none vs shown). PlavioTV's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. PlavioTV sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Spectrum IPTV asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Spectrum IPTV ships an update every 3 weeks, PlavioTV every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences Β· 2 level
Spectrum IPTV versus PlavioTV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpectrum IPTVPlavioTV
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 days β€” better
AdsNo β€” betterYes
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac β€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.016.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size45 MB66 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperJoao SantosHalil Ibrahim OZDEMIR

In-app purchases

None

Spectrum IPTV

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

PlavioTV

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Spectrum IPTV free?
Spectrum IPTV is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PlavioTV free?
PlavioTV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Spectrum IPTV or PlavioTV have ads?
PlavioTV shows ads; Spectrum IPTV does not.
Which is updated more often, Spectrum IPTV or PlavioTV?
Spectrum IPTV ships an update every 3 weeks, and PlavioTV every 2 days. Most recently, Spectrum IPTV was updated on October 7, 2026 and PlavioTV on October 2, 2026.

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