Comparison

STBox Playlist Player vs VS IPTV

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

Head to head
About

STBox Playlist Player

Features
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STBox is a clean, fast media player for your own IPTV playlists. Add your Xtream Codes or M3U source and watch live TV, movies, and series on your iPhone and iPad — with a beautiful, modern interface. STBox does not provide any channels or content. You bring your own playlist; STBox simply plays it. WHY STBOX • Simple setup — add your Xtream Codes login or M3U URL and you're ready • Fast, modern interface built for big libraries • Smart player that handles HLS, MP4, MKV and more • Continue watching right where you left off PRO FEATURES • Ad-free experience • Unlimited playlists and sources — switch with one tap • Manual quality selection up to 4K • Picture-in-Picture — keep watching while you use other apps • Chromecast — cast to your TV in one tap • Catch-up TV — watch programs from the archive • Full EPG program guide with reminders • Parental controls with PIN-protected profiles EVERYDAY EXTRAS • Sleep timer • Subtitle and audio track selection • AirPlay support • Available in English, Turkish, German, French, and Arabic Subscriptions STBox Pro is available as a monthly or yearly subscription. Payment is charged to your Apple ID. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the period. Manage or cancel anytime in your account settings. Privacy Policy: https://thracode.com/stbox/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

VS IPTV

Features
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VibeStream brings live TV, movies, and series together in a modern interface. Favorites, search, and smooth playback: your full TV universe in one app. Important: VibeStream does not provide any audio/video content. The app is a player that lets you import and organize your own IPTV playlists/sources. You are solely responsible for the content you add and must have the necessary rights. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://wchz87mg9c-cpu.github.io/vibestream/privacy.html

Screenshots

STBox Playlist Player4 screens
VS IPTV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: VS IPTV at none against STBox Playlist Player's 2. VS IPTV also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 3 months). STBox Playlist Player's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support 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. STBox Playlist Player sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. VS IPTV asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

STBox Playlist Player ships an update every 3 months, VS IPTV every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
STBox Playlist Player versus VS IPTV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSTBox Playlist PlayerVS IPTV
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, Mac
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size71 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAnil CelikMathieu Toubache

In-app purchases

2 purchases

STBox Playlist Player

Subscriptions2
  • Aylık Pro$1.991 Month
  • Pro Yıllık$11.991 Year
None

VS IPTV

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is STBox Playlist Player free?
STBox Playlist Player is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is VS IPTV free?
VS IPTV is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do STBox Playlist Player or VS IPTV have ads?
Neither STBox Playlist Player nor VS IPTV shows ads.
Which is updated more often, STBox Playlist Player or VS IPTV?
STBox Playlist Player ships an update every 3 months, and VS IPTV every 6 weeks. Most recently, STBox Playlist Player was updated on November 9, 2026 and VS IPTV on October 31, 2026.

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