Comparison

IPTV vs M3U Player

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

Head to head
About

IPTV

Stream your own IPTV content on iPhone and iPad. Easily add Xtream Codes accounts, M3U playlists, or TV channel lists for a fast and reliable viewing experience. Enjoy customizable playback, EPG, and Chromecast support.

Highlights
  • Xtream Codes login
  • M3U playlist import
  • TV channel streaming
  • Customizable video player
  • Chromecast support
  • Multiple user profiles
  • EPG integration
  • Advanced search
Features
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IPTV - Xtream Player is a powerful and easy-to-use IPTV player that lets you stream your own content on your iPhone and iPad. Simply add your Xtream Codes account, M3U playlist, or TV channel playlist to enjoy a smooth, fast, and reliable viewing experience. Whether you're accessing content from your Internet Service Provider or your own personal playlists, IPTV - Xtream Player delivers a clean interface, fast loading, and optimised playback for everyday streaming. Key Features: Xtream Codes Login Support Quickly sign in using your Xtream Codes credentials and access your personal IPTV library. M3U Playlist Support Import and manage your M3U playlists with a simple and seamless setup process. TV Channel Support Watch your favourite TV channels from your own compatible playlists and streaming sources. Customizable Video Player Enjoy a powerful built-in player with playback controls designed for a smooth viewing experience. Chromecast Support Cast your content to compatible TVs and streaming devices for a bigger-screen experience. Multiple User Profiles Easily manage multiple user accounts and switch between playlists without hassle. EPG (Electronic Program Guide) Browse channel schedules and view upcoming programs with integrated EPG support. Advanced Search Quickly find TV channels, movies, and TV series with fast and intelligent search. Favourites & Watch History Save your favourite content for quick access and continue watching from where you left off. Why Choose IPTV - Xtream Player? IPTV - Xtream Player is designed to deliver a fast, reliable, and enjoyable streaming experience. With a clean and intuitive interface, powerful playback capabilities, Chromecast support, EPG integration, and extensive customisation options, you can enjoy your content exactly the way you prefer. Whether you're watching TV channels, movies, or series from your own playlists, the app provides smooth performance, easy content management, and seamless navigation. IPTV - Xtream Player focuses on speed, simplicity, and giving you complete control over your personal IPTV experience. Important: IPTV - Xtream Player does not provide, host, sell, or distribute any IPTV subscriptions, playlists, channels, or media content. The app functions solely as a media player. Users are responsible for providing their own legally authorised Xtream Codes accounts, M3U playlists, or other compatible streaming sources. Terms & Conditions: https://app.notion.com/p/Privacy-Policy-39009a72d7508094b627fd159db08e65

About

M3U Player

This application allows you to stream your own content using M3U, M3U8 playlists, and Xtream Codes. Organize channels, save favorites, and enjoy playback with a built-in player. Users must provide their own legally obtained content.

Highlights
  • M3U/M3U8 playlist support
  • Xtream Codes API integration
  • Channel organization by groups
  • Favorite channel saving
  • Built-in video player
  • Multi-language support
Features
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Video Tool is a powerful media player that supports M3U, M3U8 playlists and Xtream Codes for streaming your own content. Organize your channels into categories, save your favorites, and enjoy seamless playback with a built-in global player. Key Features: - Import and play M3U/M3U8 playlists from URL or local files - Xtream Codes API support (Live TV, Movies, Series) - Organize channels by groups and categories - Save favorite channels for quick access - Built-in video player with queue and mini player - Play videos from your device gallery - Multi-language support - Clean, intuitive interface 1. IMPORTANT ANNOTATION: We are not offering any kind of streaming services like subscriptions, streams, or channel content. Users must provide their own content and playlists. 2. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Video Tool does not provide, host, or distribute any media content, channels, or playlists. The app is designed exclusively as a player to be used with users' own legally obtained content or self-created playlists containing legal content. 3. IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: The developer is not responsible for any misuse of this application. Users are solely responsible for ensuring that the content they access through this app complies with all applicable copyright laws and regulations in their jurisdiction. Any use of third-party content without proper authorization is strictly the user's responsibility. Privacy Policy https://sites.google.com/view/graham-bequca/privacy-policy Terms of Use https://sites.google.com/view/graham-bequca/terms-of-service

Screenshots

IPTV4 screens
M3U Player4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: IPTV at 81% against M3U Player's 0%. IPTV also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.7) and in-app purchases (none vs 4). On price, update cadence, 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. M3U Player sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.69 per month. IPTV asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

IPTV holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IPTV has 154 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of IPTV's written reviews are positive against 0% of M3U Player's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

IPTV ships an update weekly, M3U Player every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
IPTV versus M3U Player: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIPTVM3U Player
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (154 ratings) — better3.7 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews81.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings154 — better3
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 5 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size109 MB158 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPinki .GRAHAM BEQUCA

Customer experience

IPTV

All ratings154 ratings
Positive89.0%
Neutral5.8%
Negative5.2%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive81.0%
Neutral4.8%
Negative14.3%

M3U Player

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

IPTV

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

M3U Player

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Premium3 Days trial$4.691 Month
  • Sixmonths Premium$16.996 Months
  • Yearly Premium$20.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$34.99

Questions

Is IPTV free?
IPTV is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is M3U Player free?
M3U Player is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, IPTV or M3U Player?
IPTV is rated higher. IPTV averages 4.6 out of 5 from 154 ratings, while M3U Player averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.
Do IPTV or M3U Player have ads?
M3U Player shows ads; IPTV does not.
Which is updated more often, IPTV or M3U Player?
IPTV ships an update weekly, and M3U Player every 5 days. Most recently, IPTV was updated on October 1, 2026 and M3U Player on September 24, 2026.

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