Comparison

STBox Playlist Player vs Kizo Stream

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

Kizo Stream

Features
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Kizo Stream is a modern IPTV player for playlists you are authorized to use. Bring your own source and enjoy a clean, fast way to watch live channels on iPhone and iPad. FEATURES • Import M3U URLs, paste M3U content, or connect with Xtream credentials • Browse channels by category and search instantly • See current and upcoming programs in the live EPG guide • Save favorite channels for quick access • Keep watching with Picture in Picture • Cast supported streams to Chromecast • Add and manage multiple playlists • Sync playlists and EPG data through your account • Check playlists for unavailable links • Protect selected channels with a parental PIN • Remove ads with Premium or a Lifetime unlock IMPORTANT Kizo Stream is a media player only. It does not provide, sell, host, or endorse any television channels, playlists, or media. Users must supply their own content from a provider they are authorized to use. Availability and compatibility depend on the user-supplied source. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

STBox Playlist Player4 screens
Kizo Stream4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: STBox Playlist Player at none against Kizo Stream's shown. Kizo Stream's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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 and Kizo Stream 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

STBox Playlist Player ships an update every 3 months, Kizo Stream fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
STBox Playlist Player versus Kizo Stream: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSTBox Playlist PlayerKizo Stream
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size71 MB55 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperAnil CelikDavid Ngugi

In-app purchases

2 purchases

STBox Playlist Player

Subscriptions2
  • Aylık Pro$1.991 Month
  • Pro Yıllık$11.991 Year
2 purchases

Kizo Stream

Subscriptions1
  • Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$49.99

Questions

Is STBox Playlist Player free?
STBox Playlist Player is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Kizo Stream free?
Kizo Stream is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do STBox Playlist Player or Kizo Stream have ads?
Kizo Stream shows ads; STBox Playlist Player does not.
Which is updated more often, STBox Playlist Player or Kizo Stream?
STBox Playlist Player ships an update every 3 months, and Kizo Stream fortnightly. Most recently, STBox Playlist Player was updated on October 28, 2026 and Kizo Stream on October 25, 2026.

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