Comparison

XPlayer vs StreamBox M3U Player

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β€” 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 β€” 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 β€’ Import any M3U / M3U8 β€” paste a URL or pick a local file β€’ Channel grouping and instant name search β€’ EPG (XMLTV) programme guide, with a clear empty state when a channel has no guide β€’ Favorites β€” one tap to keep the channels you watch most β€’ Clean, distraction-free playback with simple controls β€’ Universal app: iPhone, iPad, and Mac from one purchase β€’ 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

StreamBox M3U Player

Features
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StreamBox is a fast, modern playlist player for M3U and XTREAM sources you already have. Import a playlist URL or XTREAM credentials, browse categories, search channels, and play with a native streaming experience built for everyday use. YOUR PLAYLISTS. YOUR PLAYER. StreamBox does not host, sell, or provide any media channels or content. You add sources you are authorized to use. Copyright and access rights remain with you and your provider. WHY STREAMBOX β€’ Add M3U URL playlists in under a minute β€’ Connect XTREAM Codes for live channel lists β€’ Browse by category and find channels with search β€’ Save favorites across your playlists β€’ Smooth playback with clear buffering and error states β€’ Picture-in-Picture so you can keep watching while multitasking β€’ Unlimited playlists on your device β€’ English & Turkish interface BUILT FOR REAL USE Whether you manage one subscription or several playlists, StreamBox keeps sources organized on Home, then gets you from list β†’ channel β†’ playback with minimal friction. No account required to start. Your playlist data stays on your device. IMPORTANT StreamBox is a generic media playlist player. It does not include built-in channel packs, partner streams, or β€œfree TV” catalogs. Only add playlists and credentials you have the legal right to use. Download StreamBox and turn your own M3U or XTREAM playlist into a clean mobile watching experience. Support: alicious.apps@gmail.com

Screenshots

XPlayer4 screens
StreamBox M3U Player4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: XPlayer at 13.0 against StreamBox M3U Player's 15.3. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
XPlayer versus StreamBox M3U Player: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterXPlayerStreamBox M3U Player
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac β€” betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 β€” better15.3
Further details β€” not scored
Size29 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer笑笑 ε­™Ali Goktas

In-app purchases

None

XPlayer

No in-app purchases

None

StreamBox M3U Player

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is XPlayer free?
XPlayer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is StreamBox M3U Player free?
StreamBox M3U Player is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do XPlayer or StreamBox M3U Player have ads?
Neither XPlayer nor StreamBox M3U Player shows ads.

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