Comparison

XPlayer vs VelaPlay

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

Head to head
About

XPlayer

Features
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XPlayer is a clean, fast player for your own IPTV / M3U playlists. Add your M3U/M3U8 link or a local file and enjoy live channels with grouping, search, an EPG guide, and favorites — on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. XPlayer does NOT provide, host, or include any channels or content. You bring your own playlist; XPlayer simply plays it. FEATURES • Import any M3U / M3U8 — paste a URL or pick a local file • Channel grouping and instant name search • EPG (XMLTV) programme guide, with a clear empty state when a channel has no guide • Favorites — one tap to keep the channels you watch most • Clean, distraction-free playback with simple controls • Universal app: iPhone, iPad, and Mac from one purchase • Open source XPlayer is a tool for playing playlists you already have the right to access. You are responsible for the content of any source you add and for complying with the laws and rights in your region.

About

VelaPlay

This app is a private, ad-free local media player for personal files. It supports a wide range of video, audio, and subtitle formats, offering flexible import and simple file management. A private encrypted vault protects sensitive content.

Highlights
  • Supports common video, audio, and subtitle formats
  • Ad-free, clean interface
  • Convenient playback gestures
  • Flexible file import options
  • Simple file management
  • Private encrypted vault
  • Subtitle and audio track management
Features
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VelaPlay is a clean, elegant, ad-free local media player built for your personal files. It supports common video formats, subtitles, and audio tracks, with flexible import options, simple file management, and a private encrypted vault. Key Features 【Supported Formats】 Video: MP4, M4V, MOV, MKV, AVI, WebM, FLV, TS, M2TS, MTS, MPG, MPEG, VOB, WMV, ASF, 3GP, and 3G2. Audio: MP3, M4A, AAC, FLAC, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, OGG, Opus, and WMA. Subtitles: SRT, ASS, SSA, VTT, SUB, and IDX. Playlists: M3U and M3U8. Actual playback compatibility may vary by codec, profile, file integrity, and device capabilities. 【Clean Interface, No Ads】 A clear, intuitive interface keeps the focus on your videos. There are no banner ads, pre-roll ads, pop-ups, or other advertising interruptions. 【Convenient Playback Gestures】 Use swipes, taps, and double taps to quickly access common playback controls and make seeking or adjusting playback feel natural. 【Flexible File Import】 • Import from the Files app • Copy with Finder, Apple Devices, or iTunes File Sharing • Open files through AirDrop or the system share sheet • Upload from a browser on the same Wi-Fi network 【Simple File Management】 Organize your personal media library with folders, search, and sorting. Rename, move, or delete files, and easily continue watching with recent items and saved playback positions. 【Private Encrypted Vault】 Move sensitive videos into an encrypted vault. Protected content can be viewed only after unlocking it with a password or Face ID. 【Subtitles and Audio Tracks】 Import and manage subtitle files, and switch between available subtitles or audio tracks for foreign-language videos, courses, and multi-track media. VelaPlay focuses on local playback, personal file management, and private viewing. It does not provide an online video catalog or unauthorized media downloads. Only import content that you own or have permission to use. Privacy Statement: https://yongxiaoshao-sudo.github.io/velaplay/privacy/ License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

XPlayer4 screens
VelaPlay3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: XPlayer at 4 against VelaPlay's 2. XPlayer also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

XPlayer ships an update every 5 weeks, VelaPlay monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
XPlayer versus VelaPlay: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterXPlayerVelaPlay
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB67 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer笑笑 孙永晓 邵

In-app purchases

None

XPlayer

No in-app purchases

None

VelaPlay

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is XPlayer free?
XPlayer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is VelaPlay free?
VelaPlay is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do XPlayer or VelaPlay have ads?
Neither XPlayer nor VelaPlay shows ads.
Which is updated more often, XPlayer or VelaPlay?
XPlayer ships an update every 5 weeks, and VelaPlay monthly. Most recently, XPlayer was updated on October 9, 2026 and VelaPlay on October 24, 2026.

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