Comparison

OpenIPTV vs IPTV Player

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

Head to head
About

OpenIPTV

This open-source player allows you to watch live TV by adding your own M3U playlists, local files, or Xtream Codes sources. It features a program guide, channel browsing with search, and playback options like Picture-in-Picture and casting.

Highlights
  • Add M3U, Xtream Codes, and EPG sources
  • Live TV timeline with 12-hour window
  • Real-time channel and program search
  • Picture-in-Picture and background audio
  • AirPlay and Chromecast casting
  • Favorite channels and history
  • Dark and light themes
Features
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OpenIPTV is the best free and open source IPTV player. There are no ads, watermarks, or paid upgrades. Add your M3U playlist, local file, or Xtream Codes source and EPG sources to start watching live TV. Program Guide (EPG) * Live TV timeline with a 12-hour window of current and upcoming programs * Pinch-to-zoom to adjust timeline density * Channels grouped by category with collapsible sections Channel Browsing * Browse all channels across your sources, organized by group * Real-time search across channel names, groups, and program titles * EPG info displayed alongside search results * Hide channels and groups you don't watch * Share channels via link Player * Supports HLS, MPEG-TS, MP4, and more streaming formats * On-device MPEG-TS repackaging for maximum format compatibility * Auto-reconnect on stream errors * Background audio playback * Picture-in-Picture * AirPlay to Apple TV and other AirPlay devices * Chromecast casting * Previous/Next channel navigation * Fullscreen mode with landscape orientation Library * Star your favorite channels for quick access * Recently watched channels history * Search and sort within your favorites Customization * Dark and light themes * Add, edit, refresh, and delete unlimited M3U, Xtream Codes, and EPG sources * Import local M3U files from your device * Auto-refresh keeps your program guide up to date OpenIPTV does not include any content or subscriptions. You must provide your own M3U playlist and EPG sources from your IPTV service provider.

About

IPTV Player

This app organizes and plays your M3U playlists and Xtream Codes streams on your iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV. It offers features like EPG, parental controls, and AirPlay support, while prioritizing user privacy by keeping data on your device.

Highlights
  • M3U & M3U8 Playlist Support
  • Xtream Codes Login
  • EPG (Electronic Program Guide)
  • AirPlay & Chromecast Support
  • Parental Controls
  • Background Audio
  • 4K & HDR Ready
Features
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PlayerX — The Smart M3U & Xtream Player Turn your iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV into a powerful stream player. PlayerX is a clean, fast, and feature-rich player built for users who want to organize and play their own M3U playlists and Xtream Codes streams in one beautiful app. KEY FEATURES • M3U & M3U8 Playlist Support — Import via URL or local file • Stream Codes Login — Connect with username, password, and server URL • Live TV, Movies & Series — Auto-organized into clean categories • EPG (Electronic Program Guide) — See what's on now and next • Multi-Account Support — Manage multiple playlists and switch instantly • AirPlay & Chromecast — Cast to any compatible TV or device • Picture-in-Picture — Keep watching while you multitask • Favorites & Recently Watched — Quick access to your top channels • Parental Controls — PIN-protect restricted categories • Search & Filter — Find channels, movies, or episodes in seconds • Subtitle & Audio Track Controls — Multiple language and track support • Background Audio — Listen to news, sports, or radio while using other apps • Custom Categories — Organize streams the way you like • 4K & HDR Ready — Smooth playback on supported devices • Dark & Light Mode — Comfortable viewing day or night • Aspect Ratio & Zoom Controls — Fit any screen perfectly PRIVACY FIRST Your playlists, login credentials, and watch history stay on your device. PlayerX does not collect, share, or sell your viewing data. BRING YOUR OWN PLAYLIST PlayerX is a media player only. It does not provide, host, stream, sell, or include any TV channels, movies, series, sports, or any other content. Users must supply their own legally obtained M3U/M3U8 playlist file, playlist URL, or Xtream Codes credentials from a service they have legally subscribed to. PlayerX is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to any IPTV service provider, broadcaster, or content owner. You are solely responsible for ensuring you have the legal right to access any content you load into the app. PlayerX does not encourage or facilitate access to copyrighted material without proper authorization. SUPPORT Questions, feedback, or need help getting started? Email: widgets.era2024@gmail.com We respond within 24 hours. Terms of Use: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1W0t1X67MT4e7ZWnLKsNvC75W4mAoB-F0/preview Privacy Policy: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Co9j67VVLiKHhxCo_TKutE7KDvWCv1eq/preview Download PlayerX today and bring all your streams together in one beautiful, fast, and reliable player.

Screenshots

OpenIPTV3 screens
IPTV Player4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: OpenIPTV at 5.0 against IPTV Player's 4.7. IPTV Player's advantage is ratings volume (6 vs 1). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

OpenIPTV holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IPTV Player has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

OpenIPTV ships an update every 2 weeks, IPTV Player weekly. Both last shipped on November 9, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
OpenIPTV versus IPTV Player: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOpenIPTVIPTV Player
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.7 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings16 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS16.415.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size56 MB51 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperParry HuangRanjana Rani

Customer experience

OpenIPTV

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

IPTV Player

All ratings6 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral16.7%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

OpenIPTV

No in-app purchases

None

IPTV Player

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is OpenIPTV free?
OpenIPTV is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is IPTV Player free?
IPTV Player is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, OpenIPTV or IPTV Player?
OpenIPTV is rated higher. OpenIPTV averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while IPTV Player averages 4.7 from 6 ratings.
Do OpenIPTV or IPTV Player have ads?
Neither OpenIPTV nor IPTV Player shows ads.
Which is updated more often, OpenIPTV or IPTV Player?
OpenIPTV ships an update every 2 weeks, and IPTV Player weekly. Most recently, OpenIPTV was updated on November 9, 2026 and IPTV Player on November 9, 2026.

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