Comparison

RedStreamTV 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

RedStreamTV

Features
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RedStreamTV is your modern, fast, and ad-free media hub for iPhone and iPad. Bring your own playlist — the app plays it, organizes it, and delivers convenience features usually found only in premium players. WHAT REDSTREAMTV CAN DO • Live TV, movies, and series from your Xtream Codes or M3U playlists • Classic grid view or full-featured TV guide (EPG) with XMLTV support • Multi-View 2Ɨ2 — watch up to four live channels at the same time • Global search across live channels, movies, and series • Picture-in-Picture for iPhone and iPad • AirPlay support for Apple TV and compatible devices • Live recordings directly during playback — one connection, parallel recording • Downloads for offline playback including background downloads and Live Activity • Continue Watching across movies, series, and live channels • Multiple playlists at the same time — switch anytime • Auto-refresh with customizable intervals • Filter, sort, and rearrange categories • Parental controls with PIN protection • Four accent themes: Crimson, Cinnabar, Rose, and Burgundy • Subtitle and audio track selection with configurable default languages • Hardware decoding (VideoToolbox) for smooth playback and improved battery life • Backup export and import NO ADS. EVER. RedStreamTV is funded exclusively through the optional Pro subscription — no banners, no tracking, no third-party analytics. PRO FEATURES Unlock with RedStreamTV Pro: • EPG TV guide • Global search • Category filtering and sorting • Multi-View 2Ɨ2 • Live recordings • Downloads & offline playback • Picture-in-Picture and AirPlay video • Automatic playlist refresh • Autoplay next episode • Background audio playback • Parental control PIN • All four accent themes • Multiple playlists in parallel Subscription options: Monthly, yearly, or one-time lifetime purchase — free trial available. Payment is charged to your Apple ID. The yearly subscription renews automatically and can be canceled anytime in your App Store settings. YOUR CONTENT, YOUR CONTROL RedStreamTV does NOT provide any content. The app is purely a player that allows you to watch your own legally obtained playlists. You are 100% responsible for the content you add. PRIVACY All data stays on your device. There is no RedStreamTV account, no cloud, and no sign-in required. Playlists, history, favorites, and settings are stored locally only. Apple handles the standard in-app purchase communication — nothing else. --- Privacy Policy: https://www.dimendia.de/apps/redstreamtv/privacy.html Terms of Use (EULA): 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

RedStreamTV4 screens
Kizo Stream4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: RedStreamTV at none against Kizo Stream's shown. RedStreamTV also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs fortnightly). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. RedStreamTV sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 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

RedStreamTV ships an update every 6 days, Kizo Stream fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
RedStreamTV versus Kizo Stream: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRedStreamTVKizo Stream
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size63 MB55 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperDirk MenznerDavid Ngugi

In-app purchases

3 purchases

RedStreamTV

Subscriptions2
  • RedStreamTV Pro Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • RedStreamTV Pro Annual$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • RedStreamTV Pro Lifetime$39.99
2 purchases

Kizo Stream

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

Questions

Is RedStreamTV free?
RedStreamTV 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 RedStreamTV or Kizo Stream have ads?
Kizo Stream shows ads; RedStreamTV does not.
Which is updated more often, RedStreamTV or Kizo Stream?
RedStreamTV ships an update every 6 days, and Kizo Stream fortnightly. Most recently, RedStreamTV was updated on October 7, 2026 and Kizo Stream on October 25, 2026.

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