Comparison

Kizo Stream vs iXPlay

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

Head to head
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/

About

iXPlay

Features
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iXPlay is an IPTV player designed for iPhone. Load a playlist from your IPTV provider and enjoy a streamlined viewing experience built for the TV screen and remote control. Features include: M3U and M3U8 playlist support Live TV playback Electronic Program Guide (EPG) Favorites and channel categories Catch-up and archive playback when supported by your provider Multiple audio tracks when available Parental PIN protection Playlist pairing and direct URL setup iXPlay does not provide, sell, or bundle television channels, playlists, or other media. Users must supply their own playlist and have permission to access its content. Feature availability depends on the playlist and IPTV provider. Subscription options: iXPlay is free to download and includes a 30-day trial. After the trial you can continue with an auto-renewable subscription (1 month or 12 months) or a one-time Lifetime purchase. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. A subscription renews automatically unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://ixplay.app/#privacy

Screenshots

Kizo Stream4 screens
iXPlay4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: iXPlay at none against Kizo Stream's shown. iXPlay also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs fortnightly). On price, in-app purchases, 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. Kizo Stream sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and iXPlay sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Kizo Stream ships an update fortnightly, iXPlay every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Kizo Stream versus iXPlay: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKizo StreamiXPlay
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 2 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS16.416.4
Further details — not scored
Size55 MB70 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperDavid NgugiALX LTD

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Kizo Stream

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

iXPlay

Subscriptions2
  • 1 Month$0.991 Month
  • 12 Months$5.991 Year
One-time1
  • iXPlay Lifetime$12.99

Questions

Is Kizo Stream free?
Kizo Stream is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is iXPlay free?
iXPlay is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Kizo Stream or iXPlay have ads?
Kizo Stream shows ads; iXPlay does not.
Which is updated more often, Kizo Stream or iXPlay?
Kizo Stream ships an update fortnightly, and iXPlay every 2 days. Most recently, Kizo Stream was updated on October 31, 2026 and iXPlay on October 24, 2026.

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