Comparison

Xtiva vs IPTV Smart Player plus

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

Head to head
About

Xtiva

Features
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Xtiva is a fast, secure IPTV player and M3U player that lets you watch Live TV, Movies, TV Series, and VOD using your own IPTV subscription. It supports Xtream Codes API, M3U / M3U8 playlists, and a built-in EPG TV guide, with smooth HD and 4K playback on iPhone, iPad. - DUAL-ENGINE PLAYER (VLC + AV) Switch between the AVPlayer and VLC engines with one tap. If a stream stutters or a format won't load, flip engines for maximum compatibility across HLS, M3U8, TS, MP4, and more. Fewer buffering issues, more channels that just work. - SWITCH CHANNELS WITHOUT LEAVING THE PLAYER Flip channels instantly while watching — no need to exit playback and go back to the list. Fast, seamless channel switching, just like a real remote. - XTREAM CODES LOGIN Connect instantly — enter your server URL, username, and password. No complicated setup. - M3U PLAYLIST SUPPORT Works as a flexible M3U Player: M3U URL, remote playlist, or local file. Channels are auto-organized in one place. - EPG TV GUIDE See what's playing now and what's coming up next with a built-in EPG guide — plan your viewing at a glance. - CATCH-UP TV Missed a show? Watch past programs with catch-up support — never lose your favorite content to a missed schedule. - PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PiP) Keep watching in a floating window while you browse other apps. Multitask without missing a moment of your show. - CONTINUE WATCHING & FAVORITES Pick up movies and series right where you left off. Save your favorite channels and VOD for one-tap access. - MULTIPLE THEMES Personalize your experience with multiple app themes — switch the look and feel to match your style. - PARENTAL CONTROL Lock adult categories and specific channels behind a PIN to keep viewing safe for the whole family. - LIVE TV, MOVIES, SERIES & VOD Stream Live TV, Movies, TV Series, VOD, Sports, News, and Entertainment — auto-categorized for easy browsing. - QUICK PLAY — NO ACCOUNT NEEDED Paste any direct stream link and start watching instantly — no account, no setup, nothing to configure. MORE FEATURES - Dual playback engines for maximum format support - Fast channel loading and stable HD / 4K playback - Modern, responsive UI with multiple themes - Full playlist management HOW TO USE 1. Install Xtiva. 2. Enter your Xtream Codes credentials or M3U playlist URL. 3. Load your playlist. 4. Start watching Live TV, Movies, Series, and VOD instantly. Important: This app does not host, provide, sell, or distribute any media or television content. It requires your own IPTV subscription from an authorized provider. We do not endorse streaming copyrighted content without permission from the copyright owner.

About

IPTV Smart Player plus

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Transform your iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV into the ultimate entertainment center with IPTV Smart Player plus. Experience seamless, ultra-fast streaming for your personal M3U, M3U8, and Xtream Codes playlists with cinematic glassmorphic elegance. Built from the ground up for speed, reliability, and visual perfection, IPTV Smart Player plus delivers buttery-smooth 4K Ultra HD 60FPS playback with zero lag, instant channel zapping, and comprehensive EPG TV Guide integration. KEY FEATURES: ▸ MULTI-PLAYLIST & XTREAM CODES API SUPPORT • Add unlimited M3U, M3U8, and XSPF playlists via URL or local file upload • Full native Xtream Codes API integration (Live TV, VOD Movies, and TV Series) • Fast auto-sync and background refresh for active playlists ▸ CINEMATIC 4K ULTRA HD & HDR PLAYBACK • Hardware-accelerated video rendering engine supporting 4K, 60FPS, HEVC, and H.264 • Dynamic buffer management for smooth, stutter-free playback even on slower connections • Picture-in-Picture (PiP) multitasking: watch your streams while using other apps ▸ COMPREHENSIVE EPG (ELECTRONIC PROGRAM GUIDE) • Interactive timeline and schedule viewer for live channels • Real-time channel program indicators and what's on next • Automatic XMLTV and JTV guide loading ▸ ADVANCED AUDIO & SUBTITLE CONTROLS • Multiple audio track selection (Dolby Digital, Stereo, commentary) • Embedded and external subtitle support (SRT, VTT) with customizable sizing and synchronization • Aspect ratio options: 16:9, 4:3, Fill Screen, and Original ▸ SMART ORGANIZATION & FAVORITES • Add channels, movies, and series to your personal Favorites with one tap • Continue Watching and Recently Played history • Powerful global search across channels, categories, and VOD titles • Category filtering and custom channel sorting ▸ CROSS-PLATFORM & APPLE TV COMPATIBLE • Designed for iOS, iPadOS, and 10-foot Apple TV (tvOS) remote navigation • AirPlay & Chromecast support to beam streams directly to your big screen • Full D-Pad remote control focus traversal on Apple TV ▸ PRIVACY & SECURITY • Parental control with custom PIN lock for sensitive categories • Secure local storage of your playlist links and credentials ---------------------------------------- HOW IT WORKS: 1. Open the app and tap "Add Playlist". 2. Enter your M3U URL or your Xtream Codes credentials provided by your service provider. 3. Enjoy your live channels, movies, and series immediately! ---------------------------------------- DISCLAIMER & LEGAL NOTICES (IMPORTANT): - IPTV Smart Player plus is strictly a media player application. - IPTV Smart Player plus DOES NOT provide, host, bundle, or include any playlists, channels, streams, or copyrighted content. - Users must provide their own content or authorized playlists from their licensed IPTV provider. - IPTV Smart Player plus has no affiliation whatsoever with any third-party playlist or content providers. - We do not endorse, support, or promote the streaming of copyrighted material without explicit permission from the copyright holders. - All trademarks and brand logos belong to their respective owners. Terms of Service & Privacy Policy: https://iptvplus.elmaallem.com/terms.html https://iptvplus.elmaallem.com/privacy.html

Screenshots

Xtiva4 screens
IPTV Smart Player plus3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Xtiva at none against IPTV Smart Player plus's 2. IPTV Smart Player plus's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support 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. IPTV Smart Player plus sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Xtiva asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
Xtiva versus IPTV Smart Player plus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterXtivaIPTV Smart Player plus
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB57 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShafi Abdur RajSalah Eddine Elmaallem

In-app purchases

None

Xtiva

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

IPTV Smart Player plus

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Plus$1.991 Month
  • Yearly Plus$7.991 Year

Questions

Is Xtiva free?
Xtiva is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is IPTV Smart Player plus free?
IPTV Smart Player plus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Xtiva or IPTV Smart Player plus have ads?
Neither Xtiva nor IPTV Smart Player plus shows ads.

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