Comparison

Ripo TV vs PlavioTV

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

Head to head
About

Ripo TV

Features
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Ripo TV is a player built to enjoy your own IPTV playlist through a clean, elegant interface. The app does not provide any channels or streams; you add your own M3U/M3U8 list or Xtream Codes account, and Ripo TV presents it in a tidy, readable and pleasant way. A simple design, made for real use: A high-contrast, burgundy-toned interface with large touch targets and clear type, easy for users of every age. The same consistent experience across iPhone, iPad and Apple TV. Highlights: • Watch live TV, movies (VOD) and series in separate, organized views • Add an M3U/M3U8 playlist or an Xtream Codes account • See what's on and what's next with EPG (program guide) • Jump back to what you love with favorites and recently watched • Resume movies and series right where you left off (Pro) • Watch two streams at once with dual-view (Pro) • Keep content safe with parental controls (Pro) • Manage multiple devices from one account (Pro) • New: a full-screen, remote-friendly Apple TV app A capable player: An advanced playback engine opens most stream and file formats smoothly; if a stream stalls, it automatically switches to an alternate engine to keep your viewing uninterrupted. Plans: Watch basic live TV with Free; unlock favorites, EPG, resume, dual-view, parental controls and multi-device with Premium and Pro. Details are inside the app. Important: Ripo TV is not an IPTV content or subscription service. It does not host or provide any channels, streams or media. It is the user's responsibility to hold the legal rights to any content they watch. Subscriptions (Premium/Pro) are auto-renewable. Terms of Use (EULA): https://ripotv.app/terms.html — Privacy Policy: https://ripotv.app/privacy.html

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: • Premium interface built for a modern viewing experience • Universal search to quickly find channels and content across your library • Smart organization for playlists, categories, and browsing • Smooth playback experience designed for everyday use • Optimized for iPhone and iPad with native iOS gestures • EPG support for live TV programming guide • Cross-device cloud sync (Premium) • Parental controls Optional Premium subscription unlocks: • Ad-free experience • Unlimited playlists • Full EPG (Electronic Program Guide) • Cross-device cloud sync • 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

Ripo TV4 screens
PlavioTV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Ripo TV at none against PlavioTV's shown. Ripo TV also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). PlavioTV's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs fortnightly). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

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

Both are free to download. Ripo TV sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and PlavioTV sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ripo TV ships an update fortnightly, PlavioTV every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Ā· 3 level
Ripo TV versus PlavioTV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRipo TVPlavioTV
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 3 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size56 MB80 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperBerkant MUTLUHalil Ibrahim OZDEMIR

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Ripo TV

Subscriptions4
  • Premium – Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Pro – Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Premium – Yearly$8.991 Year
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  • Pro – Yearly$24.991 Year
2 purchases

PlavioTV

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

Questions

Is Ripo TV free?
Ripo TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PlavioTV free?
PlavioTV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Ripo TV or PlavioTV have ads?
PlavioTV shows ads; Ripo TV does not.
Which is updated more often, Ripo TV or PlavioTV?
Ripo TV ships an update fortnightly, and PlavioTV every 3 days. Most recently, Ripo TV was updated on October 25, 2026 and PlavioTV on October 19, 2026.

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