DaddyTV vs LinkStream IPTV Player
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
DaddyTV
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DaddyTV is an IPTV player for people who already have their own IPTV source. Add your source with: - M3U playlist links - Xtream Codes accounts - Stalker portals - Separate XMLTV EPG Watch in one app: - Live TV channels - Movies and shows - TV guide with current and upcoming programs - Favorites, search, and continue watching - PiP and playback controls where supported DaddyTV does not provide channels or playlists. Use only your own legal IPTV provider credentials. Terms of Use (Apple Standard EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
LinkStream IPTV Player
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LinkStream is a private video stream player designed for users who want to organize and play their own legally authorized M3U and M3U8 stream URLs. The app does not provide, host, sell, distribute, or recommend any TV channels, movies, playlists, or streaming content. Users must add their own stream URLs and are responsible for using only content they have the legal right to access. Key Features: ⢠Add your own M3U/M3U8 stream URLs ⢠Import M3U playlists from a URL or local file ⢠Play HLS streams with native video playback ⢠Organize streams by category ⢠Mark favorite streams for quick access ⢠Sync your personal stream library with iCloud ⢠Manage your private stream list on your own device LinkStream is built as a personal stream management and playback tool. No built-in channels, public playlists, or third-party content are included.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: DaddyTV at every 2 days against LinkStream IPTV Player's every 2 months. LinkStream IPTV Player's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. DaddyTV sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month and LinkStream IPTV Player sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
DaddyTV ships an update every 2 days, LinkStream IPTV Player every 2 months. Both last shipped on September 30, 2026.
| Parameter | DaddyTV | LinkStream IPTV Player |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days ā better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod ā better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.0 ā better |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 49 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | SmartDev Sp. z o.o. | Luan Cu Xuan |
In-app purchases
DaddyTV
- Pro Access7 Days trial$2.991 Month
LinkStream IPTV Player
- LinkStream Pro$1.99
Questions
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