Comparison

IPTV Player vs Boxly

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

Head to head
About

IPTV Player

This media player allows you to watch your own live TV channels, movies, and series from M3U/M3U8 playlists or Xtream Codes logins. Easily manage and browse your content with features like favorites, search, and program guides.

Highlights
  • M3U and M3U8 playlist support
  • Xtream Codes API integration
  • Add playlists via links or files
  • Picture-in-Picture mode
  • EPG program guides
  • Favorites and recently watched lists
Features
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IPTV Player is a convenient and easy-to-use media player that lets you watch your own M3U and M3U8 playlists, as well as content added through Xtream Codes login, with ease. Simply add playlist links, import playlist files from your device, or sign in with your Xtream Codes credentials and enjoy live TV channels, movies, series, and other video content in one simple and organized app. Designed for smooth playback and everyday use, IPTV Player makes it easy to browse channels, search content, save favorites, and quickly return to recently watched streams. With Picture-in-Picture mode, AirPlay support, EPG program guides, and Xtream Codes API support, the app gives you more flexibility and comfort while watching your playlists and streams. Whether you use IPTV for live TV streaming, personal playlist playback, or Xtream Codes access, IPTV Player gives you a fast and reliable viewing experience on your Apple devices. Features • Support for M3U and M3U8 playlists • Xtream Codes API support • Add playlists from online links • Import playlist files from your device • Sign in with Xtream Codes credentials • Watch live TV and video streams • Picture-in-Picture mode • AirPlay support • EPG support for TV program guides • Fast channel search • Favorites for quick access • Recently watched content • Clean and user-friendly interface • Smooth playback experience • Optimized for iPhone and iPad Upgrade to Pro and get more from every viewing session. Disclaimer IPTV Player does not provide or include any media content, playlists, TV channels, or streaming sources. This app functions solely as a media player that allows users to play content they add themselves. Users are fully responsible for the playlists, links, and content they add to the app. IPTV Player has no affiliation with any third-party content providers. We strongly recommend using only legal and verified content sources. Privacy Policy https://mobileappsdevco.github.io/iptv-player/privacy.html Terms of Use https://mobileappsdevco.github.io/iptv-player/terms.html Support parfenovapps@gmail.com

About

Boxly

Features
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BoxlyTV — Live TV, Sports, Football & Cricket Streaming Player BoxlyTV is a premium IPTV media player that lets you stream your own M3U / M3U8 playlists and Xtream Codes–compatible portals with a smooth, modern experience. Watch Live TV, Live Sports, "Live Football TV," Live Cricket TV, Movies, and TV Series — anytime, anywhere — on your iPhone and iPad. Designed with a clean, dark interface built for smooth, buffer-free watching, whether you're streaming a live football match, a live cricket match, or your favorite series. Key Features: M3U / M3U8 Playlist Player Xtream Codes API Support Live TV Streaming Live Sports Streaming Live Football TV Player Live Cricket TV Player Movies & TV Series Streaming IPTV Player for iPhone & iPad Dark Mode, Modern UI Fast Channel Switching, EPG Support BoxlyTV does not contain any preloaded playlists or channels. Users must import their own content. BoxlyTV is not affiliated with any third-party IPTV providers, sports leagues, or broadcasters. We do not support or promote streaming copyrighted material without proper permission from the copyright holders. BoxlyTV only displays and plays the content that users add. You are responsible for using authorized sources and following the laws of your country.

Screenshots

IPTV Player4 screens
Boxly4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Boxly at none against IPTV Player's 3. IPTV Player's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (14.0.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence 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. IPTV Player sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Boxly asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

IPTV Player ships an update every 3 days, Boxly every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
IPTV Player versus Boxly: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIPTV PlayerBoxly
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 4 days
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB58 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDenis ParfenovSonia Sonia

In-app purchases

2 purchases

IPTV Player

Subscriptions1
  • Full IPTV Experience3 Days trial2 variants$4.997 Days
One-time1
  • Lifetime IPTV Access$29.99
None

Boxly

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is IPTV Player free?
IPTV Player is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Boxly free?
Boxly is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do IPTV Player or Boxly have ads?
Boxly shows ads; IPTV Player does not.
Which is updated more often, IPTV Player or Boxly?
IPTV Player ships an update every 3 days, and Boxly every 4 days. Most recently, IPTV Player was updated on October 31, 2026 and Boxly on October 29, 2026.

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