Elastic Player vs Aurora BOX

Elastic Player is a media player for the playlists and streams you already have access to. Add your own source, and the app gets out of your way. No content is included. No account is required. Nothing is tracked. Getting started Connect using an M3U or M3U8 playlist URL, or sign in with your provider's server address, username, and password. Your playlist loads in seconds and stays organized from the first launch. Built for speed Channels open fast and switch without waiting. Playback is smooth on cellular and Wi-Fi alike, with automatic quality adjustment when your connection changes. ◆ Find things instantly Search across your entire playlist as you type. Browse by group, mark favorites for one-tap access, and pick up where you left off. ◆ Made to feel at home on iOS A clean, native interface with full support for gestures, background audio, Picture in Picture, and AirPlay. Dark mode included. ◆ Your data stays yours Elastic Player has no accounts and no analytics. Your playlist details are stored only on your device and are never sent anywhere. ◆ Features M3U and M3U8 playlist support Provider login with server address, username, and password Multiple playlists, switch anytime Electronic program guide (XMLTV) Favorites and recently watched Full-text search with group filtering Picture in Picture External subtitle and multi-audio track support Parental controls with PIN-protected groups ◆ Buffer and playback settings for slower connections ◆ Please note Elastic Player does not include, host, or provide any channels, streams, or media of any kind. It is a player only — you supply your own source. The app is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to any content provider, broadcaster, or network. You are responsible for ensuring you have the legal right to access any media you play through the app.

Automatically matches XMLTV EPG data to entries in the user's own playlists. Fast switching between multiple audio tracks, with no overload or stuttering. Fast switching across subtitle formats (WebVTT, TTML/STPP, DVB, CEA-608/708), where other players require a long wait when changing subtitle tracks. First player on the Apple TV platform to support importing playlists with #KODIPROP directives. We plan to develop Aurora BOX into a cross-platform player. Supports high-bitrate media playback up to 8K/4K/HDR/HDR10.