Comparison

SarmaPlayer vs IPTV SMART TV PLAYER

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

Head to head
About

SarmaPlayer

Features
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SarmaPlayer is a media player only. It does not provide, include, host, supply or sell any channels, movies or other content โ€” you bring your own playlist. Connect the Xtream Codes or M3U playlist you already own and watch Live TV, Movies and TV Shows on iPhone and iPad, in a clean, modern interface built for the couch and the commute. FEATURES โ€ข Live TV with a built-in EPG (now & next, full guide) and instant channel zapping โ€ข Movies and TV Shows with posters, seasons, resume and "continue watching" โ€ข Favorites across channels, movies and shows โ€ข Multiple playlists โ€” switch and refresh right on the device โ€ข Dual playback engine (AVPlayer + VLC) for wide format support, plus AirPlay and Picture in Picture โ€ข Parental controls with a PIN and adult-category hiding โ€ข English, German and Croatian BRING YOUR OWN CONTENT SarmaPlayer supplies no channels or media of any kind, and none is bundled. You are solely responsible for the playlists and sources you choose to connect and for holding the rights to the material you access through them. The app is a neutral player, like a web browser for your own streams.

About

IPTV SMART TV PLAYER

Features
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Bring your own IPTV playlists together in one simple player. IPTV Smart TV Player lets you import your own M3U and M3U8 playlists, add playlist URLs, organize multiple playlists, find channels quickly, save favorites, and play your selected streams with an integrated video player. No complicated setup. Add your playlist, choose what you want to play, and keep your IPTV experience organized in one place. Add Your Own Playlists Already have an IPTV playlist? Import it directly into the app. Import M3U playlists Import M3U8 playlists Add playlists using a URL Load supported playlist files Give playlists custom names Manage multiple playlists Find Channels Faster When your playlist grows, finding a channel shouldn't be difficult. Use search to quickly find channels and browse your playlist content without scrolling through everything. Channel search Easy playlist browsing Quick channel access Switch between playlists Save Your Favorites Found channels you use often? Add them to Favorites for quicker access whenever you return to the app. Save favorite channels Quickly access saved channels Keep frequently used channels together Built-in IPTV Player Play your selected streams directly inside the app with an integrated video player. Built-in video playback Full-screen viewing Playback controls Screen lock Picture-in-Picture Cast support Watch Your Way Keep playback going while using supported features on your device. Use Picture-in-Picture for a smaller viewing window, switch to full screen when you want a larger view, or use supported casting features to enjoy your playlist on a compatible display. Keep Playlists Organized Whether you use one playlist or several, keep them together and easy to access. Create custom playlist names, switch between sources, and manage your IPTV playlists from one organized interface. Simple IPTV Experience Designed for people who already have their own IPTV sources and want a straightforward way to manage and play them. IPTV Smart TV Player focuses on the essentials: M3U & M3U8 playlist support Playlist URL support Multiple playlists Channel search Favorites Built-in video player Picture-in-Picture Cast support Full-screen playback Screen lock Simple playlist management Your Content, Your Playlists This app is a player and playlist management tool. It does not provide television channels, IPTV subscriptions, playlists, or media content. You add your own playlist URLs or supported playlist files. You are responsible for ensuring that the content you access through the app is legally obtained and that you have the necessary rights or permissions to use it. IPTV Smart TV Player is not affiliated with or endorsed by any television network, streaming service, content provider, or other third-party service. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1viuCS4GY1GdZ_W7-vDhssKxWsOzpqtKRiKJhDtvmGk8/edit?usp=sharing Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

SarmaPlayer4 screens
IPTV SMART TV PLAYER4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SarmaPlayer at none against IPTV SMART TV PLAYER's 3. SarmaPlayer also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. IPTV SMART TV PLAYER sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. SarmaPlayer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SarmaPlayer ships an update every 3 weeks, IPTV SMART TV PLAYER every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences ยท 3 level
SarmaPlayer versus IPTV SMART TV PLAYER: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSarmaPlayerIPTV SMART TV PLAYER
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks โ€” betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo โ€” betterYes
In-app purchasesNo โ€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size112 MB46 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperTechnabit e.U.Syed Hassan Arslan

In-app purchases

None

SarmaPlayer

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

IPTV SMART TV PLAYER

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Six Months3 Days trial$17.996 Months
  • Yearly3 Days trial$24.991 Year

Questions

Is SarmaPlayer free?
SarmaPlayer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is IPTV SMART TV PLAYER free?
IPTV SMART TV PLAYER is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SarmaPlayer or IPTV SMART TV PLAYER have ads?
IPTV SMART TV PLAYER shows ads; SarmaPlayer does not.
Which is updated more often, SarmaPlayer or IPTV SMART TV PLAYER?
SarmaPlayer ships an update every 3 weeks, and IPTV SMART TV PLAYER every 2 months. Most recently, SarmaPlayer was updated on November 10, 2026 and IPTV SMART TV PLAYER on November 6, 2026.

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